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Barbers style and cut men’s hair and traditionally worked from a barber shop displaying the famous red, white, and blue swirled poles outside. As a barber you won’t just be cutting hair though, your work day could also include shaving beards, shampooing hair, massaging, grooming, and applying colouring treatments.
When not cutting and styling hair, a savvy barber will also be found arranging appointments, ordering supplies, selling hair and skin products, processing financial transactions, and keeping equipment clean and sanitised. As a qualified barber you could open your own barbershop or mobile barbering service.
There are 5 courses available for people who want to become a Barber.
Possible job outcomes:
Get the skills you need to work at a barber’s shop with the Certificate III in Barbering (SHB30516). It’s a nationally recognised qualification and completed over 12 months at a training centre that enables you to practice your skills. The course is hands-on and covers: shampoo and basin services, haircut design and technique, shaving heads and faces as well as merchandising and cash transactions. Enquire now for a list of study units and enrolment opportunities..
Average duration: 12 months.
The Certificate III in Hairdressing (SHB30416) is the minimum qualification for professional hairdressers in Australia. Through practical training, you will learn how to wash, cut, style, and treat both men’s and women’s hair — as well as work in a contemporary salon. This extensive course covers: hair colours, lightening, braiding, bleaching and other chemical treatments. Enquire now for the list of study units and the next intake dates..
Average duration: 18 months.
Are you a qualified hairdresser and ready to level-up your cutting and colouring technique? Try the Certificate SHB40216 IV in Hairdressing. This nationally recognised training course is completed over 6 months and introduces the latest hairdressing trends (and techniques) in freehand clipping, chemical reformation, creative colouring and lightening. The course also covers makeup services, product sales, and salon leadership. Enquire now for the full list of study units and upcoming enrolment dates. .
Average duration: 6 months.
The dual qualification provides students with practical skills and knowledge in hairdressing and salon management. The Certificate III in Hairdressing component covers techniques such as hair cutting, styling, and colouring, as well as customer service and hygiene practices. The Diploma of Salon Management component focuses on management principles, marketing, financial planning, human resources, and business operations in the hair and beauty industry. Graduates will have the ability to work independently, manage a team of staff, and run a successful salon business..
This dual qualification will equip students with the practical skills and knowledge required to work as a professional barber and salon manager. The Certificate III in Barbering component covers barbering techniques, communication, customer service, and hygiene and safety procedures. The Diploma of Salon Management component covers management principles, financial planning, marketing, human resources, and business operations. Upon completion, graduates will have the ability to work independently, manage a team of staff, and run a successful salon business..
In Australia, a full time Barber generally earns $1,025 per week ($53,300 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
Opportunities for Barbers in Australia are expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years as more than 31,000 new jobs for hairdressers and barbers open up around the country. Barbers traditionally work in men’s barber shops, but can also find employment with hair and beauty salons, day spas, cruise ships, upmarket hotels and resorts.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
Barbers usually get started by completing an apprenticeship working under a qualified Barber. To prepare yourself for an apprenticeship try completing a VET qualification such as the Certificate II in Salon Assistant or Certificate III in Barbering. An apprenticeship can take 3-4 years to complete.
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Here are some potential career pathways within hairdressing and barbering. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Hairdressing and Barbering
Barber
$1,025 weekly pay
Salon Assistant
$850 weekly pay
Hairdresser
Salon Manager
$1,340 weekly pay
Stylist
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