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- Certificate III in Barbering
- Wollongong West Campus (Apprenticeship)
Class details
Schedule Pace and number of hours.
Part Time
Delivery Method of course delivery.
Combination
Duration
Course duration Time required to complete this course.
1 year
Start date First day of attendance online or on campus.
Any time
End date Final day of attendance online or on campus.
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Time Commitment
Class time Dedicated hours required each week in either online or on campus classes.
8 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.
8 hours
Fee details
Course fees are released each semester.
We'll confirm your fee before enrolment.
Proposed timetableWhat time classes run
Australian Apprenticeships training can be on-the-job, off-the-job or a combination of both. TAFE NSW will negotiate your attendance and study pattern with you and your employer.
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:
The student is required to provide their own professional tools of trade to perform each task for this qualification. This includes:
- Various scissors for the purpose of cutting hair, including thinners and long blade overcomb scissors
- Feather haircutting razor and disposable replacement razors
- Trimmer, clipper and attachments, balding clippers if completing barber units
- Blow dryer and thermal equipment
- Sectioning clips, various combs and brush sizes
- Professional personal equipment (PPE)
- Enclosed footwear
- Professional Industry standard dress code applies
Further costs in addition to your student fees may be applicable for this qualification. These costs are to provide you with additional resources and/or incidentals to support your learning:
- Uniform $115.00
- Scissor Kit $200.00
- Hairdressing brush kit: approx $85.00
- Personal Protection Equipment: approx $40.00
- Mannequin Head: approx $80.00
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:
- an apprentice (you will work in industry and study at the same time)
- employed full time
- signed up with an Apprentice Network Provider and have a Training Plan Proposal
- seeking to gain skills and knowledge to become a qualified Barber after successful completion
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, online and/or workplace activity. For example, you may participate in scheduled classroom activity, 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.
Wollongong
Meaning ‘Sound of the Sea’ in the D'harawal Aboriginal Language, Wollongong is the gateway to the South Coast of New South Wales. TAFE NSW Wollongong is just minutes away from the city centre and adjacent to the University of Wollongong’s main campus. You can enjoy the area's beaches, eateries, shopping and entertainment. We have established arrangements permitting TAFE NSW graduates to easily transfer to University programs.
Campus address
Foleys Lane North Wollongong 2500
Parking on campus grounds is available.
Refer to your local bus timetables, visit transportnsw.info
North Wollongong Station is 900 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.
Fully equipped library offering eResources, books, magazines, DVDs, subject specific library course guides, computers, reference services and more.
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.
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- 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