TAFE Queensland

SHB30416

Certificate III in Hairdressing

Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)

Kick start your career as a hairdresser with this entry-level qualification. This course is an essential minimum requirement for every hairdresser.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, hairdressing skills are in demand with employers finding it hard to fill vacancies. The industry is currently experiencing strong growth with more than 31,000 job openings expected over the next five years.

Learn modern salon operations including how to colour and lighten hair, provide shampoo and basin services, and how to design and cut hair. All of this will take place in the classroom and real functioning professional salon environments.

Successful completion of this course will provide you all you need to confidently seek employment opportunities in hairdressing

Delivery mode

TAFE Queensland offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

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


Locations
  • 47-95 Urraween Road, Hervey Bay
  • 34 Lady Musgrave Drive, Mooloolaba
  • Corner Mary and Byrne Streets, Bundamba
  • 100 Bridge Street, Toowoomba
  • Windemere Road, Alexandra Hills
  • 50-68 Armstrong Road, Meadowbrook
  • Tallon Street, Caboolture
  • 94 Laver Drive, Robina
  • 118 Walker Street, Bundaberg
  • 71 Cartwright Road, Gympie
  • Gatton, Newton, Eureka and Wilkinson Streets, Cairns
  • 165-179 Abel Smith Parade, Mount Isa
  • Seventeenth Street, Home Hill
  • Corner of Hugh Street and Fulham Road, Pimlico

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $14,340 $0 Fees are based on full-time study.
QLD, SA
  • QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
  • SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Enquire with TAFE Queensland 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.

Enquire with TAFE Queensland to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 18 Months
Estimated fee* $14,340 $0 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Certificate III in Hairdressing 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 TAFE Queensland

TAFE Queensland is Queensland's largest, most experienced training provider. TAFE Queensland deliver practical, industry-relevant training across a range of industries from entry-level certificates to bachelor degrees, at more than 50 locations in Queensland.