Class details
Schedule Pace and number of hours.
Full Time
Delivery Method of course delivery.
Combination
Duration
Course duration Time required to complete this course.
6 months
Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.
13th Jul 2021
End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.
21st Jun 2022
Time Commitment
Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
24 hours
Additional study time The minimum recommended hours you will need to commit to your studies outside of class hours. This may include private study, work placements and research.
2 hours
Fee details
Course fees are released each semester.
We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
Proposed timetableWhat time classes run
This course is currently scheduled on Mondays and Tuesdays from 8:30am to 4:00pm, then Thursdays from 9:00am to 2:00pm. This timetable may change and will be confirmed by your teacher.
Additional informationOther things to know
Assessments
Assessments give you the opportunity to demonstrate what you have learnt and to identify the knowledge or skills that may need further development.
Knowledge assessments
Practical skills assessments: demonstrations under observation
Portfolio of work
Work placement
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.
There is no work placement for this qualification.
Materials needed
To complete this course, the following materials are required:
You will need to provide for yourself the following resources which you will keep when you complete your study:
- Equipment/tools of trade and personal protective equipment (PPE) are required for this qualification. Information will be available at orientation session and will cost approximately $450 - $500. You can purchase from a supplier of your choice.
- T-shirts are optional and can be purchased from the Hair and Beauty Store at Bankstown at an approximate cost of $30.
- Lockers are available and with a fee of $50 (refundable when key is returned)
Additional entry requirements
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 are:
- currently working in a Barber Shop or Hair Salon. You will need to supply a letter from your employer for proof of this.
- over the age of 21
- If you do not meet the above criteria, we currently offer a Certificate III in Barbering as a commercial course, paying full price (instalment plans are available).
To successfully complete this course, you will need:
- to complete a level 3 for Language, Literacy & Numeracy by undergoing RUReady screening prior or on the first day of class.
Work Placement is a requirement of this course. You will need to complete:
- Work experience in a workplace of your choice - If you are unable to organise work experience, you will need to attend TAFE NSW Bankstown on Thursdays to complete work experience in a simulated salon environment. More information will be provided to you on the first day of class.
WH&S requirements for classes:
Dress code is all BLACK, NO SHORTS or SINGLETS, and footwear must be closed-in shoes.
UnitsUnits taught in this course
Courses are made up of a combination of both core and specialty units. In the Certificate III in Barbering qualification, you’ll need to successfully complete 26 units of competency, including 21 core and 5 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.
Participate in environmentally sustainable work practicesBSBSUS201
Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areasSHBHIND001
Develop and expand a client baseSHBHIND003
Create combined traditional and classic men's haircut structuresSHBHCUT007
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Course deliveryCombination study
Learn through a combination of classroom based, on campus classroom, virtual classroom, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled face-to-face or virtual classroom activities, have an element of self-directed learning with online content, and/or receive supervised training while on the job, doing work experience, or on placement.
Classroom activity will be scheduled, but online learning can provide more flexibility. Teacher support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Bankstown
TAFE NSW Bankstown has been providing vocational education and training to Sydney’s south west for over 50 years. Located within walking distance to the Bankstown station and town centre, TAFE NSW Bankstown has built a strong reputation for delivering community service courses and pre-vocational education and training to the area's ethnically and socially diverse population.
Campus address
500 Chapel Road Bankstown 2200
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
Bankstown Station is 750 metres from campus.
Facilities
TAFE NSW campuses work closely with the community and industry to ensure you have access to the industry standard technologies, equipment and facilities.
Child studies facility
Five state-of-the-art hairdressing and beauty salons
Simulated business offices
Student support
We're here for you. Get help and assistance with nearly every aspect of your study life - from study support and student resources, to counselling, guidance, and help finding jobs or accommodation.
- Mon9 am - 5 pm
- Tue9 am - 5 pm
- Wed9 am - 5 pm
- Thu9 am - 5 pm
- Fri9 am - 5 pm
- SatClosed
- SunClosed
- Student Services Phone: 131 601
- Counselling and careers Phone: 131 601 Email: CounsellingandCareerDevelopmentSupport@tafensw.edu.au
- Disability services Phone: 131 601 Email: DisabilityandAccessStudentSupport@tafensw.edu.au