Part Time
On campus
9 months
Next intake
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14 hours
12 hours
$12,060
This course may be fee free, or available at a reduced cost.
This course is currently scheduled on Monday and Tuesday with day classes. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
Theory knowledge assessments
Practical skills assessments
Portfolio of work that contributes toward assessments
Work placement provides you with opportunities to respond to situations and circumstances that cannot be replicated in a learning or simulated environment. Work placement strengthens your training and supports continued learning and assessment in the workplace.
Access to relevant workplace experience and simulated work activities is a requirement to successfully complete this course. Where learners do not have access to a workplace, they will be required to participate in scheduled workplace sessions at TAFE.
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
You are required to provide your own trade equipment and a hair resource kit which you will keep when you complete your study. Approximate cost of $450 - $550.
Equipment Lists will be provided at the orientation session or first day of class, along with suggested industry suppliers.
As part of this course, you will be required to provide barbering services on paying clients and may also need to provide clients for some of your practical classes and assessments.
You must comply with Work Health & Safety requirements for classes, including wearing closed in protective footwear and clothing that is clean and professional for the industry. It is strongly recommended students bring their own laptop, iPad or other mobile device to access their course content on
To make sure this delivery option is the right fit for you, we will need you to demonstrate that you can meet the additional requirements below.
This course may also be offered as a non-apprenticeship. Enquire today to discuss your eligibility.
To be enrolled in this course, you need to be able to provide evidence that you:
Access to relevant workplace experience and simulated work activities is a requirement to successfully complete this course. Where learners do not have access to a workplace, they will be required to participate in scheduled workplace sessions at TAFE.
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Hairdressing qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 28 units of competency, including 21 core and 7 speciality units.
Core units are central to the job outcomes of a particular industry or occupation. These are the units industry has agreed are essential to be capable and qualified at a particular study level.
Study in purpose built facilities that supports and accelerates your learning - from art studios and mechanical workshops to laboratories and bakeries. Structure your weekly schedule, immerse yourself in your craft, build friendships and networks, and enjoy an impactful learning experience.
TAFE NSW Gosford, located in the heart of Gosford on the NSW Central Coast, is only a few blocks from the shopping centre and Central Coast Stadium, and is only a 10 minute walk from the Gosford train station. With dedicated staff focused on how industry, community and learning expertise can help students change their lives and the lives of those within the Gosford region, TAFE NSW Gosford is committed to educating, enriching and empowering students to become skilled for the jobs of the future.
Cnr of Henry Parry Drive & Margin Street Gosford 2250
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Gosford Station is 850 metres from campus.
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Aged Care practical training facility
Conference room
Gym and fitness training facility
Hair and beauty training academy
Metal fabrication and welding workshops
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