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A creative career that's a cut above the rest
When you successfully complete the Certificate III in Hairdressing you will have the practical skills and knowledge to work in a salon as a qualified hairdresser. You will also learn skills to operate a cash register and computer, perform reception duties such as answering telephone calls, making appointments, and write up client record cards.
The Certificate III in Hairdressing is an apprenticeship, please see the Apprenticeships section for more information.
- Shampoo, condition, rinse and colour hair
- Use clippers or scissors to cut hair
- Dry and style hair using brushes, combs, rollers and other equipment
I have the following attributes:
- Excellent attitude, enthusiastic, motivated and patient
- Good health with no skin allergies
- Good hand-eye coordination and attention to detail
- Able to consult with clients and listen to their needs
| School Leaver | Non-School Leaver | AQF |
|---|---|---|
| OLNA or NAPLAN 9 Band 8 | C Grades in Year 10 English and Maths or equivalent | Certificate I or Certificate II |
You must be employed in a training contract by an appropriate organisation to study.
Please note this list should be used as a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.Â
The Certificate IV in Hairdressing is a post trade qualification so you must be able to produce current a Certificate III in Hairdressing or equivalent, and have at least one year post-qualification full time employment experience as a hairdresser in a salon environment to study this course.
Estimated Course Fee |
Estimated Concession Fee |
Eligible for VSL |
| 3690.00 | 1820.40 | No |
These fees are estimates only and are for the entire course for students enrolling on a full-time basis.
- Fees might differ between courses delivered at different campuses due to the elective units included in the course study plan or adapting courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for each individual student depending on the units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning.
- Fees are payable at enrolment each semester for the units enrolled for that period. Some year-long courses might have a bigger fee load in the first semester.
- Proof of concession must be presented to access concession rates if eligible.Â
- For secondary school aged persons (in 2021, students born on or after 1 July 2003 who are at least 15 years old) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course fee chargeable in 2021 is $420 plus the resource fees and discretionary fees.
- Concessions and Secondary School Age cap do not apply to commercial courses (such as short courses), or Foundation Programs (ESL, General Education, etc.).
- Prices quoted include resource fees, but do not include material fees such as the cost of books, uniforms and students personal equipment.
- The course fee cap applicable to Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas only applies during the current calendar year, so fees might differ for students enrolling in semester 2.
- VET Student Loans Eligible Courses and Caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
- Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
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