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About the course
This entry-level Certificate III builds the essential skills and knowledge to start a career in barbering. Training covers practical techniques such as head and face shaving, carving, and clipper-over-comb, alongside modern salon operations like stock control, building and retaining clients, and handling financial transactions. Learning is delivered in class and in a simulated professional salon with industry-experienced teachers for this Certificate III barbering qualification. The programme emphasises applied skills, workplace readiness, and technical competency for industry entry.
Career outcome
Graduates are prepared for employment in the barbering sector, with skills suited to working in a barbershop or salon environment. The course develops capabilities in core barbering services and day-to-day salon operations, supporting readiness to service clients, manage basic retail and stock tasks, and process payments. Typical work includes roles such as barber in the hairdressing and grooming industry after completing this Certificate III in barbering. Preparing graduates for skilled employment, traineeships, and pathways to higher qualifications.
Living Costs in Sunshine Coast**
Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 1,148 - 1,518 |
Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 977 - 1,292 |
Transportation (Daily) A$ 3 - 10 |
Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 271 - 359 |
Average Salary***
