SHB30416 - Certificate III in Hairdressing

DurationThere are multiple durations. Please refer to Course Structure below.
Location
Gladstone and
Next intakeFebruary, 2024
Study modeEmployer Based (VET Providers Only), On Campus, Online, RPL/RCC/Credit
Total units28

Overview

Always dreamed of being a stylist and owning your own salon? The CQUniversity hairdressing team are a cut above the rest and will help you pursue a career in this exciting industry.

This qualification reflects the role of hairdressers who use a range of well-developed sales, consultation and technical skills and knowledge to provide a broad range of hairdressing services to clients. They use discretion and judgement to provide client services and take responsibility for the outcomes of their own work. This qualification provides a pathway to work as a hairdresser in any industry environment, usually a salon.

This is a nationally recognised accredited course.

QUALITY EDUCATION, WHEREVER YOU ARE
Between our reputation for learning, teaching and research, our renowned online education offering, and our status as Australia’s largest regional university, rest assured you will get a world-class education when you choose CQUniversity.

A UNI THAT KNOWS CREDIBILITY IS KEY
In just 25 years, CQUniversity has achieved some amazing feats and emerged as one of Australia’s truly great universities. We have been ranked among the best in the world for our teaching and learning, and are internationally recognised for our focus on Social Innovation. Our graduates are some of the most sought-after in Australia, due to our reputation for work integrated learning and industry-aligned courses, and experience some of the nation’s best graduate outcomes in terms of full-time employment and starting salary. CQUni is also regarded as the nation’s most inclusive and engaged university, with our award-winning academic and research staff making a real impact on the communities and industries we serve.

A UNI THAT LEADS IN ONLINE EDUCATION
A pioneer in online study, CQUniversity has more than two decades of experience providing high quality online learning experiences across the country and even internationally. We work hard to deliver the latest techniques in online study, and have even planned our physical sites to provide more services to our widespread online study cohort.

A UNI THAT KNOWS CONVENIENCE COUNTS
CQUniversity is truly focused on our students’ needs, and that means responding to what, how and where they want to study. It is why we are now Australia’s largest regional university, with more than 20 metropolitan and regional locations across five states, delivering TAFE and university qualifications in on-campus, online and supported online modes to more than 30 000 students.

A UNI THAT KNOWS YOUR EXPERIENCE MATTERS
CQUniversity’s strong focus on student experience ensures that you are prepared and supported on your student journey. Support services include on-campus or online orientation to assist your transition into university life, course and career advice, financial support options, study support, ongoing assistance through the Student Mentor program, counselling services, support for students with disability or medical conditions, Indigenous student support and more.

Career Opportunities

This qualification provides a pathway to work as a hairdresser in any industry environment, usually a salon.

Structure & Availability

On-Campus

Duration:

Approx. 2 years. Up to 28 months.


Core

Unit CodeUnit Name
SHBHIND001Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas
SHBHTRI001Identify and treat hair and scalp conditions
SHBXIND002Communicate as part of a salon team
SHBXWHS001Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
SHBHBAS001Provide shampoo and basin services
SHBHDES003Create finished hair designs
SHBHCUT003Create graduated haircut structures
SHBHCUT004Create layered haircut structures
SHBHCUT005Cut hair using over-comb techniques
SHBHCUT001Design haircut structures
SHBHCUT002Create one length or solid haircut structures
SHBHREF002Straighten and relax hair with chemical treatments
SHBHCLS005Provide on scalp full head and retouch bleach treatments
SHBHIND003Develop and expand a client base
SHBHCLS004Neutralise unwanted colours and tones
SHBHCLS003Provide full and partial head highlighting treatments
SHBHCLS002Colour and lighten hair
SHBXCCS002Provide salon services to clients
SHBXCCS001Conduct salon financial transactions
SHBXIND001Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
BSBSUS201Participate in Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices

Elective Units - Group A (General Hairdressing)

Unit CodeUnit Name
SHBHDES004Create classic long hair up-styles
SHBHCUT006Create combined haircut structures
SHBHCUT007Create combined traditional and classic men's haircut structures

Elective Units - Group C (General Electives)

Unit CodeUnit Name
SHBHBAS002Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation
SHBHDES002Braid hair
SHBHREF001Curl and volumise hair with chemical treatments
SIRRINV001Receive and handle retail stock
SHBHREF003Straighten and relax hair with protein treatments

Apprentices (User Choice)

Duration:
Apprentice's Only: 3 years full-time or 6 years part-time (dependent on training contract)

CORE

Unit CodeUnit Name
SHBXIND002Communicate as part of a salon team
SHBXIND001Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
SHBXCCS002Provide salon services to clients
SHBXCCS001Conduct salon financial transactions
SHBHTRI001Identify and treat hair and scalp conditions
SHBHREF002Straighten and relax hair with chemical treatments
SHBHIND003Develop and expand a client base
SHBHIND001Maintain and organise tools, equipment and work areas
SHBHDES003Create finished hair designs
SHBHCUT005Cut hair using over-comb techniques
SHBHCUT004Create layered haircut structures
SHBHCUT003Create graduated haircut structures
SHBHCUT002Create one length or solid haircut structures
SHBHCUT001Design haircut structures
SHBHCLS005Provide on scalp full head and retouch bleach treatments
SHBHCLS004Neutralise unwanted colours and tones
SHBHCLS003Provide full and partial head highlighting treatments
SHBHCLS002Colour and lighten hair
SHBHBAS001Provide shampoo and basin services
BSBSUS201Participate in Environmentally Sustainable Work Practices
SHBXWHS001Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

Elective - Group A (General Hairdressing)

Unit CodeUnit Name
SHBHCUT007Create combined traditional and classic men's haircut structures
SHBHCUT006Create combined haircut structures
SHBHDES004Create classic long hair up-styles

Elective - Group C (General Electives)

Unit CodeUnit Name
SIRRINV001Receive and handle retail stock
SHBHREF003Straighten and relax hair with protein treatments
SHBHREF001Curl and volumise hair with chemical treatments
SHBHDES002Braid hair
SHBHBAS002Provide head, neck and shoulder massages for relaxation
SHBHCUT011Design and maintain beards and moustaches
SHBXCCS004Recommend products and services

On-Campus

YearLocations
2023On-campus, Gladstone, Mackay City, Rockhampton City
2024On-campus, Gladstone, Mackay City, Rockhampton City

This course has no residential schools.

Requirements

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.


Completion of the BKSB (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or higher level course.

There are no entry requirements for this course. If you are wishing to enrol in the Employer-Based Mode (Apprentices) you must be employed as an apprentice with a current training contract or be an unemployed apprentice actively looking for employment under a government funded program that allows them to continue their training.

Fees & Scholarships

2023 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Fee for service$15,148
Fee for service per unit$541

2024 Indicative Fees

Fee TypeFees
Fee for service$15,932
Fee for service per unit$569
RPL Fee for service per Unit$285

Queensland Government subsidies are available for eligible applicants to greatly reduce the cost of apprentice and trainee training.

User Choice funding provides a contribution that reduces the cost of training. Eligible apprentices and trainees will be charged $1.60 per nominal hour. Concession rates apply for students who hold a current Health Care Card or who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Free apprenticeships for under 25s will cover the cost of training for employers who commence an eligible new apprentice or trainee, or already have an existing apprentice or trainee aged under 25. Find out more.

For further information please refer to the VET student fees price lists, eligibility criteria applies for subsidised funding. If you are unsure, please call us on 13 27 86.

At CQUniversity, we believe higher education should be for everyone. No matter your situation, we know that everyone needs a helping hand from time to time, and we are proud to offer a wide range of scholarships, bursaries and stipends.
Our scholarships could help you pay for things like relocation, living on campus, laptops and technology, childcare, study and living expenses, travel and more. 

How to apply

Step 1: Get a Unique Student Identifier (USI)

Visit usi.gov.au to create a USI or find an existing one.

Step 2: Prepare your eligibility documentation

So that we can assess your application and eligibility for Government funding options, you’ll need to upload documentation as part of your application. You will need to provide confirmation of identity with the following documentation: 

  • Queensland Residency and Date of Birth. (e.g. Queensland Driver’s License photo must be of the back and front of the license)
  • Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency (e.g. Medicare Card or Birth Certificate)

For further information on eligible documentation, visit Apply for TAFE Certificates and Diplomas.

To fast-track your application, make sure you provide a clear photo showing all the information and upload it with your application.

Step 3: Apply Online

Our easy-to-use online application system will guide you through the process of applying for a TAFE course. If you need help along the way, call us on 13 27 86.

Click on the Apply button below to start your application.