Course Overview

About This Course

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.

Where You Can Study

Available Locations

Brisbane CBD

288 Edward St, Level 3, Brisbane, QLD 4000

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Eligibility

Entry Requirements

General Requirements

Student must have completed at least an Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
Depending upon the student's previous experiences and the nationality of studies, Year 11 (Australian Equivalent) may be sufficient.
The student must provide evidence of attaining an overall IELTS score of 6 bands; OR equivalent scores on a similar test (such as PTE, etc); OR the student must have attained at least Upper Intermediate level of English and must provide evidence of the same; OR the student must pass Vibe's relevant Internal English Placement Test.
English Language Requirements Exemptions apply if:
- They are enrolled in full-time school studies as a principal course including in a secondary exchange programme, a postgraduate research course, a standalone ELICOS, and Foreign Affairs or Defence sponsored students.
- They have completed at least five years' study in English in one or more of the following countries: Australia, UK, Canada, New Zealand, South Africa, or the Republic of Ireland.
- They have, in the two years before applying for the student visa, completed in Australia and in the English language, either the Senior Secondary Certificate of Education or a substantial component of a course leading to a qualification from the Australian Qualifications Framework at the Certificate IV or higher level, while holding a student visa.

Career & Study Pathways

Where this takes you

Career Opportunities

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

Quality & Recognition

Accreditation & Migration

Academic Regulator

ASQA

Accreditation Status

Accredited

Course Content

Units of Competency

All Units28 units

BSBSUS201

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

SHBHBAS001

Provide shampoo and basin services

SHBHCLS002

Colour and lighten hair

SHBHCLS003

Provide full and partial head highlighting treatments

SHBHCLS004

Neutralise unwanted colours and tones

SHBHCLS005

Provide on scalp full head and retouch bleach treatments

SHBHCUT001

Design haircut structures

SHBHCUT002

Create one length or solid haircut structure

SHBHCUT003

Create graduated haircut structure

SHBHCUT004

Create layered haircut structure

SHBHCUT005

Cut hair using over-comb techniques

SHBHDES003

Create finished hair designs

SHBHIND001

Maintain and organise tools, equipment, and work areas

SHBHIND003

Develop and expand a client base

SHBHREF002

Straighten and relax hair with chemical treatments

SHBHTRI001

Identify and treat hair and scalp conditions

SHBXCCS001

Conduct salon financial transactions

SHBXCCS002

Provide salon services to clients

SHBXIND001

Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

SHBXIND002

Communicate as part of a salon team

SHBXWHS001

Apply safe hygiene, health, and work practices

SHBHCUT006

Create combined haircut structures

Elective

SHBHDES004

Create classic long hair up styles

Elective

SHBXCCS004

Recommend products and services

Elective

SHBHCUT007

Create combined traditional and classic men's haircut structure

Elective

SIRRRINV001

Receive and handle retail stock

Elective

SHBHBAS002

Provide head, neck, and shoulder massage for relaxation

Elective

SIRRMER001

Produce visual merchandise displays

Elective

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does the Certificate III in Hairdressing take to complete at Adore Education?

The Certificate III in Hairdressing at Adore Education takes 75 weeks to complete and is delivered on-campus at the Brisbane CBD campus.

What units are included in the Certificate III in Hairdressing?

The qualification consists of 28 units of competency, including 21 core units and 7 elective units. Core units cover areas such as colouring and lightening hair, designing and creating haircut structures, chemical treatments, identifying and treating hair and scalp conditions, salon financial transactions, and workplace health and safety. Elective units include combined haircut structures, long hair up styles, and retail stock handling.

When are the intake dates for the Certificate III in Hairdressing in 2026?

In 2026, intakes for the Certificate III in Hairdressing are available in March, April, June, July, August, October, and November.

What career pathways does the Certificate III in Hairdressing lead to?

This qualification provides a pathway to work as a hairdresser in any industry environment, usually a salon. Graduates may also choose to further their studies by pursuing the Diploma of Salon Management (CRICOS: 096243J) offered by Adore Education.

What is the CRICOS code for the Certificate III in Hairdressing at Adore Education?

The CRICOS code for the Certificate III in Hairdressing (SHB30416) at Adore Education Pty Ltd is 093269A.

Application

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Course Snapshot

Salary, careers & skills

Typical Salary

Entry-level / Apprentice (0-2 years)AUD $38,000 to $52,000 per year

Early Career (2-5 years)AUD $52,000 to $65,000 per year

Mid-Level / Senior Stylist (5-10 years)AUD $65,000 to $80,000 per year

Career Paths

Salon HairdresserHair StylistSenior StylistColourist / Hair ColouristSalon Assistant

Key Skills

Hair cutting techniques including precision, razor, and scissor-over-comb cuttingHair colouring and bleaching using a range of application methodsChemical treatments including perming, relaxing, and keratin treatmentsBlow-drying, setting, and heat styling techniquesBraiding, up-styling, and creative hair design

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Certificate III in Hairdressing

About This Course

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Accreditation & Migration

Units of Competency

Frequently Asked Questions

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