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Cert III Hairdressing Courses in Sydney and the Gold Coast
Job Role: Hairdresser
This Cert III hairdressing course can be studied at either AH&B College ( Bondi Junction) or The Hair Academy Australia (Robina), Students need an IELTS of 6.0 or above to study this course. The Certificate III in Hairdressing is an exciting and very hands-on course. This is a nationally-recognised hair dressing course throughout Australia. This is the course you want to study if you wish to be a qualified hairdresser and gain employment in the hairdressing industry working as a competent hairdressing professional.
Graduates will have good practical skills and knowledge of the fundamentals of hairdressing, treating hair and scalp conditions, basics of hair design, applying chemical services to hair and cutting hair. Graduates will also have good client communication and management skills; have the ability to ensure a safe working environment; and be able to work effectively in a salon. To achieve a Certificate III in Hairdressing, all units must be completed. There are 28 units in total, including 21 Core units and 7 Elective units.
Description of the Hairdressing Course Qualification:
This Cert III in hairdressing course qualification reflects the role of individuals employed as hairdressers working as part of a team in a hairdressing environment. These individuals are competent in communicating in the workplace, consulting with clients, selling products and services, and designing and applying a broad range of technical hairdressing services on clients.
Vocational Outcomes:
Certificate III is the Standard Trade Qualification for the Hairdressing Industry. Graduates should possess a range of well-developed skills where discretion and judgement is required and are responsible for their own outputs. They should be able to work as a hairdresser in a salon team. Successful graduates will have obtained a sound foundation based in employability and sustainability skills which are integral to the modern hairdresser.
Do you have hairdressing experience but don’t have the qualification?
AH&B College specialises in providing RPL for hairdressers (also known as Recognition of Prior Learning and/or Recognition of Current Competence and Skills) for hairdressing students. Ask us for more information today.
Cert iii in Hairdressing Course Duration: 52 Weeks
(40 weeks plus 12 weeks break)
Course Fee: $3,975 per term
($15,900 for 12 months)
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Cert III Hairdressing Course Units of Study
Fundamentals
- BSBSUS201
- Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices
- SHBXCCS001
- Conduct salon financial transactions
- SHBXCCS002
- Provide salon services to clients
- SHBHBAS001
- Provide shampoo and basin services
- SHBHIND001
- Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas
- SHBHRTI001
- Identify and treat hair and scalp conditions
- SHBHIND003
- Develop a expand a client base
- SHBXWHS001
- Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
- SHBXIND002
- Communicate as part of a salon team
- SHBXIND001
- Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
- SHBHBAS002
- Provide head, neck and shoulder massage for relaxation
- SHBHIND002
- Research and use hairdressing industry information
- SHBXCCS004
- Recommend products and services
Hair Design
- SHBHDES002
- Braid Hair
- SHBHDES003
- Create finished hair designs
- SHBHDES004
- Create classic long hair up-styles
Colour
- SHBHCLS002
- Colour and lighten hair
- SHBHCLS003
- Provide full and partial head highlighting treatments
- SHBHCLS004
- Neutralise unwanted colours and tones
- SHBHCLS005
- Provide on scalp full head and retouch bleach treatments
Straightening
- SHBHREF002
- Straighten and relax hair and chemical treatments
Cutting
- SHBHCUT001
- Design haircut structures
- SHBHCUT002
- Create one length or solid haircut structures
- SHBHCUT003
- Create graduated haircut structures
- SHBHCUT004
- Create layered haircut structures
- SHBHCUT005
- Cut hair using over-comb techniques
- SHBHCUT006
- Create combined haircut structures
- SHBHCUT007
- Create combined traditional and classic men's haircut structures
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Hairdressing Course Entry Requirements
- Students must be 18 years of age or older.
- International students must have an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent. Please contact the College for more details.
If you have previous industry experience or studies you may be eligible to apply for course credits. Please advise us if you wish to apply for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) on your application form. Contact the College for more details.
CertIFICATE III in Hairdressing FAQ'S
What is the certificate III in hairdressing course?
The Certificate III in Hairdressing is a nationally-recognised qualification that prepares you to become a professional hairdresser. It’s a comprehensive, hands-on course covering essential salon skills.
Where can I study this hairdressing course?
You can study this course at AH&B College in Bondi Junction, Sydney, or The Hair Academy Australia in Robina, Gold Coast.
What are the entry requirements for the cert III hairdressing course?
Students must be 18 years or older, and international students need an IELTS score of 6.0 or equivalent.
How long is the course?
The Cert III Hairdressing Course runs for 52 weeks, including 40 weeks of study and 12 weeks of break.
What will I learn in this course?
You’ll gain skills in hair and scalp treatments, design techniques, colouring, cutting, client communication, salon management, and workplace safety.
How many units are in the hairdressing course?
The course includes 28 total units, comprising 21 core units and 7 elective units.
What are the hairdressing course fees?
Course fees are $3,975 per term, or $15,900 for the full 12-month program.
Can I get course credits for previous experience?
If you have prior industry experience or studies, you may be eligible for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Contact the college for details about applying for course credits.
What job opportunities will I have after completing the course?
Graduates can work as hairdressers in salon teams, with skills in client consultation, product sales, technical services, workplace communication, and salon management.
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