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Certificate III in Barbering
Program Code: SHB30516 | CRICOS Code 096336D
Study Mode: Classroom Based | Salon Training
The art of Male grooming has seen a resurgency in modern times and is not restricted to back alley barber shops anymore!
This qualification is designed for Stylists who are passionate about pomade and buzz cuts, who believe that man-scaping is life and can’t wait to wax a moustache!
For anyone wanting an entrance into this industry specialty or for those wanting to expand their skill base to include this ever growing industry sector, this is the course for you.
Course Overview
The Certificate III in Barbering is designed for those who wish to become a professional Barber. Students at this level will demonstrate competence in communicating in the workplace, consulting with clients and applying a broad range of technical skills and knowledge to provide barbering services to clients. Individuals will develop a range of well-developed skills where discretion and judgement is required and are responsible for their own outputs. The course is very hands on with lots of theory and practical sessions, designed to meet the growing demand for specialist barbering skills in the industry.
Skills Covered
On completion, candidates will have the confidence and ability to provide a variety of hairdressing services including the following;
- Provide general grooming techniques for men
- Perform clipper over comb techniques
- Treat scalp conditions
- Provide colour treatments
- Provide head neck and shoulder massage
- Perform beard and moustache trims
- Hair design and styling
- Traditional and classic men’s cutting techniques
- Provide client services
Course Structure
Assessments
Assessment methods may include:
- Written and oral assessment
- Project/Assignment
- Demonstration/ Observation
- Scenarios/ Roleplay
- Portfolio of evidence
- Workplace case studies
Units of competency
| Unit | Unit Description |
|---|---|
| SHBXCCS001 | Conduct salon financial transactions |
| SHBXIND001 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
| SHBXIND002 | Communicate as part of a salon team |
| SHBHBAS001 | Provide shampoo and basin services |
| SHBHDES001 | Dry hair to shape |
| SHBHIND001 | Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas |
| SHBHBAS002 | Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation |
| SHBXCCS002 | Provide salon services to clients |
| BSBSUS201 | Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices |
| SHBHCLS002 | Colour and lighten hair |
| SHBHCLS003 | Provide full and partial head highlighting treatments |
| 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 |
| SHBHIND003 | Develop and expand a client base |
| SHBHTRI001 | Identify and treat hair and scalp conditions |
| SHBXWHS001 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
| SHBHCUT006 | Create combined haircut structures |
| SHBHCUT007 | Create combined traditional and classic men’s haircut structures |
| SHBHCUT009 | Cut hair using freehand clipper techniques |
| SHBHCUT011 | Design and maintain beards and moustaches |
| SHBHCUT012 | Shave heads and faces |
| SHBHCUT013 | Provide men’s general grooming services |
| SHBHCUT010 | Create haircuts using tracks and carving |
Credit Transfer and RPL offered
Recognition of prior learning and skills assessment
Requirements and Pathways
Entry Requirements
Students must satisfy the following
- Successful completion of a Pre-training review (PTR) with NAHB,
- Must be 16 years or over,
- English proficiency level of IELTS 5.5 or equivalent or completion of a Literacy, Language & Numeracy (LLN) Test
Pathways
- SHB40216 Certificate IV in Hairdressing
- SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management
Outcomes
Graduates from the Certificate III will have the following opportunities;
- Qualified Barber
- Salon Owner
- Manager
- Hair Stylist
Fees
Total Course Fee $9,900.00
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