Melbourne Polytechnic

SHB30516

Certificate III in Barbering

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Our Certificate III in Barbering SHB30516 will teach you the skills you’ll need for barbershop success, including shaving techniques, hair cutting and designing and maintaining beards. Our facilities include a fully-equipped hair salon with barbering capabilities, so that students have the opportunity to practice their skills on real customers with real barbering requirements. This course will prepare you for the job market, supporting your technical and operational skills by developing your sales and consulting skills. Melbourne Polytechnic works closely with industry and students will have the opportunity to engage in high profile training workshops and enter hair show competitions for added industry credibility.

Delivery mode

Melbourne Polytechnic offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Locations
  • 77 St Georges Rd, Preston

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • Applicants must be over the age of 16.
  • 6 months part time is for qualified hairdressers only.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $12,290 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
VIC
  • VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with Melbourne Polytechnic to check your eligibility.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.

For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.

For more information about this course and payment options, please enquire with Melbourne Polytechnic.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 12 Months
Estimated fee* $12,290 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Barbering will prepare you for the following roles.

Hairdresser

Hairdressers style and cut hair as well as carry out a range of hair treatments like perming, tints and colouring, straightening, and adding extens...

Avg yearly income $69,992
Entry barriers Low

Barber

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...

Avg yearly income $65,000
Entry barriers Low

About Melbourne Polytechnic

Melbourne Polytechnic offers a different way to learn. We have been delivering vocational training since 1912 and we're one of the largest providers in Victoria.

Operating since 1995
Legal name Melbourne Polytechnic
RTO code 3075