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This qualification reflects the role of barbers who use a range of well-developed sales, consultation and technical skills and knowledge to provide a broad range of barbering services to clients. They use discretion and judgement to provide client services and take responsibility for the outcomes of their own work.
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SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering
Duration 1 year(s)
Tuition Fee
AUD 16,050 / year
Next Intake 3-Mar-2026
SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering
About
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Entry requirements
Admission criteria
To ensure you have the right skills and support to succeed in your course, a Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LL&N) evaluation helps identify any areas where you may need additional support to help you achieve your goals.
To gain entry into SHB30416 Certificate III in Barbering as an Apprentice, candidates require:
- To be an Apprentice who has entered a Training Contract with their employer and Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT.
Students can undertake this course as non-apprentices at the Palmerston or Alice Springs campus; the full-time course program is designed for applicants over the age of 21.
The Training Salon is a simulated work environment, students must wear work clothing suited to the industry (see flyer for requirements).
Admission criteria
As part of the application process, it is important that you meet the minimum academic entry requirements. If you have any questions, please email the International team: international@cdu.edu.au. We look forward to helping you through the process of applying to study with us at CDU.
| Programs | Entry requirements |
| Certificate level programs | A qualification equivalent to Australian Year 10 |
| Diploma and advanced diploma programs | A qualification equivalent to Australian Year 12 |
Essential requirements
English language requirements
DOMESTIC STUDENTS
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
| IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake) | A minimum overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0. |
| Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) | A minimum overall score of 165. |
| Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency | |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module | A minimum overall score of 42 with no less than 36 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. |
| TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) | A minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum writing score of 21. |
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
English Program Requirements
Essential requirements
English language requirements
DOMESTIC STUDENTS
The minimum English language requirement for this course is met by either undertaking previous education from an English-speaking country or undertaking one of the following English language tests and obtaining the minimum requirements listed below.
| IELTS Academic Module (including One Skill Retake) | A minimum overall score of 5.5 with no band less than 5.0. |
| Cambridge Advanced English (CAE) | A minimum overall score of 165. |
| Common European Framework Certificate of English Proficiency | |
| Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic module | A minimum overall score of 42 with no less than 36 in Reading, Writing, Listening and Speaking. |
| TOEFL Internet-based Test (iBT) | A minimum overall score of 46 with a minimum writing score of 21. |
* All tests are valid for two years from the date of the test to the date of commencement at CDU, unless otherwise specified.
* Where applicable, international applicants must also satisfy the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) English language requirements for student visa applications.
Do you have a question regarding English requirements at CDU? Please email: international@cdu.edu.au.
Career
Career opportunities
Possible occupations relevant to this qualification include:
- Barber
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 16,050Application Fee
AUDSHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering
Charles Darwin University
Australia,
Darwin
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