SHB30516
Certificate III in Barbering
Be Popular. Be in demand. Be a barber.
Barbering courses are the start to great job opportunities in a growing field with flexibility, flair, and high job satisfaction.
- All Campuses
- 5 x 10 Week Terms (1 Day a Week on Campus)
- Self Supported Independent Study - 7 Hours per Week over 5 x 10 Week Terms
- Intakes: January, April, July, October
This entry-level qualification in Barbering will teach you the knowledge and skills you need to become a qualified Barber.
During your studies, you will work with a range of clients with different needs as you develop your own unique niche through learning the many different techniques and skills of a qualified barber. You’ll also get the chance to unleash your creativity and passion for the barbering trade in our specially built training salons.
Begin Your Career with our Barbering Course
The barbering industry is continuing to grow, with more and more barbershops popping up and it is an exciting trade to be involved in!
If you love your job, you’ll never have to work another day in your life. We know that many barbers would agree with this statement and be able to list many reasons why they love their job and how it does not feel like work. Choosing a barber course presents many opportunities to build a career with perks and rewards that you may not have even considered.
Few trades offer as many opportunities to open your own successful business. There is a range of options in how you can be your own boss with a barber career. Some people opt to rent a chair in a salon and build up their client base, choose to work as a mobile barber or open up their own barbershop, where they can really bring in their passions and personality into their barbershop. Plus, you play a big part in making people look their best. You have the power and skills to give confidence to men by giving them a haircut that suits them and makes them feel great.
There is no lifespan of a barber, once you work hard and continue to master your craft, you can work as long you want. Regardless of the economic situation, men will always need to get their hair cut, so there will always be a need for barbers. With the rise of social media and focus in the media on male grooming, more and more men are willing to invest money in how they look. It’s time to study barbering!
Interested in undertaking this qualification as an apprenticeship?
Demi International offers a variety of payment options for this barber course, depending on your eligibility.
For more information about course costs, speak to a Course Advisor.
All students will be required to pay a non-refundable, non-transferable enrolment fee of $250 at enrolment, and are required to purchase a Demi International Barber Kit to the value of $950* prior to commencement. These can be paid by Zip Pay, Afterpay, Credit Card, or Eftpos. This secures a place in the course.
For detailed course information, Download the Course Brochure.
*Fee information is correct at time of publication. Fees are subject to change at any time. Various factors can affect a fee change. Please request the latest fee information from our Course Advisor team.
Barbering
Your Certificate III in Barbering (SHB30516) barber course covers five core module areas:
- Barber Shop Core Skills
- Client Salon Services
- Barbering Foundations
- Cut and Clipper Skills
- Beard Moustache and Grooming
For full breakdown of entry requirements, course units and career pathways, Download the Course Brochure
Career Outcomes
On successful completion of this Certificate III in Barbering (SHB30516), our students are skilled and job-ready; you will be recognised in the industry as a fully qualified barber.
After achieving this qualification, individuals may wish to undertake:
- Certificate III in Hairdressing
- Diploma of Salon Management
You will also be able to attend barbering workshops and events to continue to keep up with the current trends in the industry.
What pathway is right for you? A Barbering Apprenticeship or enrolling in our Certificate III in Barbering?
At Demi, we offer barbering pathways through both training organisations and apprenticeships. We can help you choose the best option for you to pursue and launch your career in hair.
A registered training organisation offers a faster entry to complete your certification – only 15 months for barbering! At Demi you’ll learn in a focused and structured way with strong foundational skills from industry professionals and qualified teachers. You’ll still work hands-on in a barbershop-based environment with real world clients to apply your theory-based skills.
An apprenticeship gives you the opportunity to start earning and learning at the same time and often there are no upfront fees for the apprentice. You’ll be in the barbershop everyday learning the ins and outs of the workplace while also learning and practicing the skills you need to succeed. Barber apprenticeships generally take 3-4 years to complete, and you’ll rely on your team to be your teachers.
Fully functioning Barber Shop for hands on barber training
We have a dedicated barber shop open to the public, so you will be able to practice your skills on real paying clients.
Being a barber offers flexible hours and rewarding work in a creative industry. Few trades offer as many opportunities to open your own successful business. There is a range of options in how you can be your own boss with a barber career. Start with a Certificate III in Barbering SHB30516
If you have a passion for flair and creativity and would love to be a part of a rewarding career, take the step with Demi International today!
Frequently Asked Questions
Certificate III in Barbering is completed in 15 months full time across 5, 10 week terms.
As a full time student, you’ll spend 1 day per week at your chosen campus completing hands-on learning with your trainers. You’ll combine this with approximately 7 hours week of online study through the learning portal.
Students must be 15 years and over. We also require basic English language skills and a genuine interest in the beauty industry. If you’re unsure about meeting requirements, our admissions team can discuss your individual circumstances.
Yes! The Certificate III in Barbering is open to students from year 10-12 (15 years old and over).
The Certificate III in Barbering isn’t available for government funding. But at Demi International we want to make training accessible for everyone.
We offer flexible payment options to help make your education more affordable. Our student services team can help you explore all available options.
You’ll learn the theory behind and practical skills for…
- Hairdressing foundations such as shampoo and basin services
- Identify and treat scalp conditions
- Design haircut structures
- Create graduated and layered haircut structures
- Combined traditional and classic men’s haircut structure
- Freehand clipper techniques
- Create haircuts using tracks and carving
- Design and maintain beards and moustaches
- Shave heads and faces
- Dry hair to shape
- How to work as part of a barber shop team
- How to develop a client base
Yes! You’ll be in the campus 1 day a week learning hands-on with real clients.
You’ll gain real-world experience and learn exactly how to interact with clients all throughout your course giving you the skills and confidence to hit the ground running after you graduate.
Graduate as a qualified barber with opportunities in salons, cruise ships, wellness centres or even start your own business! This nationally recognised qualification is respected across Australia.
Both lead to the same Certificate III in Barbering qualification, but the pathway looks different. A barber course through an RTO like Demi is the faster route, taking around 15 months, with 1 day a week on campus building strong foundational skills before you apply them with real clients. An apprenticeship generally takes 3 to 4 years, lets you earn while you learn, and relies on your workplace team to teach you on the job. Read more about weighing up your options.
Not fully, Barbering is a hands-on trade, so the Certificate III in Barbering combines around 7 hours of online study per week with 1 day a week of in-person, hands-on training at your chosen Demi campus (Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast or Cairns), working with real clients in our training salons.
You need to be at least 15 years old to enrol, and the course is open to students still finishing school (Year 10 to 12). There’s no upper age limit; many students retrain into barbering as a second career.
Earning potential varies with experience, location, and whether you’re employed or running your own barbershop. For a fuller breakdown of what to expect, see how to become a barber in Australia.
Barbering offers flexible hours, hands-on creative work, and strong job security, and people will always need haircuts. Qualified barbers go on to work in salons, cruise ships and wellness centres, or open their own barbershop. Read more about what a career in barbering really looks like.
Graduate Testimonials
Jono Noy
Absolutely gorgeous team to work with, highly recommended to anyone in the industry. Staff are experienced and easy to talk to.
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