SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing - Palmerston - Version 1-FFT

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SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing (Palmerston) describes a vocational qualification for hairdressers delivering a broad range of hairdressing services through developed sales, consultation and technical skills. It outlines discretion and judgement for client service outcomes, and provides a pathway to work in a salon or industry environment. The guide covers entry requirements for apprentices, training salon conditions, face-to-face simulated workplace delivery, study durations, and key assessment approaches including RPL and credit transfer.

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ELIGIBILITY/ENTRY REQUIREMENTS

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RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LEARNING (RPL)

CREDIT TRANSFER (CT)

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SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing Palmerston DESCRIPTION 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. No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification atthe time of publication. ELIGIBILITY/ENTRY REQUIREMENTS A Language, Literacy, Numeracy and Digital Literacy (LLND) 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 Hairdressing as an Apprentice, candidates require: • To be an Apprentice who has entered a Training Contract with their employer and the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT. Students can undertake this course as a non-apprentice at the Palmerston campus; the full-time course program is designed for applicants over the age of 21. The Training Salon is a simulated work environment and requires students to wear work clothing suited to the industry. DELIVERY DETAILS | Location(s) | Palmerston | | | --- | --- | --- | | Duration * | Mainstream: 12 months | Apprentice: 3 years | | Study mode ^^ | Face to Face, Simulated workplace, Workplace | | | Dates ^ | 02/02/2026 to 30/11/2026
Students must enrol in the course prior to the commencement date | | | Attendance | Mainstream:
Classess: Every Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Self–paced learning: Every Thursday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. | Apprentice:
Stage 1 Apprentice: Every Wednesday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm
Stage 2 Apprentice: Every Tuesday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm
Stage 3 Apprentice: Every Monday from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm | Page 1 of 5 SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing (Palmerston) 2026 – Version 1-FFT CRICOS Provider No. 00300K (NT/VIC) | 03286A (NSW) | RTO Provider No. 0373 | ABN 54 093 513 649 | | This training is supplemented by work placement in a commercial salon every Friday | Apprentice will receive an individual call-up notification letter | | --- | --- | --- | * Duration may vary depending on how long a student takes to reach the required competency level. ^ Course timetable will be provided on application for the course. ^^Information relating to study modes can be found in the 2026 TAFE Student Guide FEES | Fee Type | 2026 Course Fees | | --- | --- | | Fee Free TAFE * | Free | | Full Fee | $15,059.10- $15,655.50 | *This course is part of the Fee Free TAFE initiative. Fee Free TAFE and vocational education and training is a joint initiative of the Northern Territory Government and Australian Governments providing tuitionfree training places to students wanting to train, retain or upskill. Fees shown are indicative and subject to change annually. Actual course fees may vary depending on the units chosen. For International non-student visa-holders; study eligibility needs to be verified before enrolment. Fees may vary depending on the visa type. The course fee rates will vary for commercial contract arrangements. For further clarification and information on fees, fee exemptions, payment options, instalment plans, and refunds, contact CDU on 1800 061 963 or refer to TAFE Fees and Payments ASSESSMENT Skills and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways including written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, direct observation, practical assessments and third-party feedback. Throughout your course you will receive information about assessments including how, when and where assessments will be conducted. RECOGNITION OF PRIOR LE

FAQs

What skills and responsibilities does SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing cover?

The qualification reflects hairdressers using sales, consultation and technical skills to provide hairdressing services. It emphasizes discretion and judgement, responsibility for client service outcomes, and accountability for work results.

What are the entry requirements for apprentices enrolling in SHB30416?

Apprentices must be employed under a Training Contract with their employer and the Australian Apprenticeship Support Network NT. Students may also undertake the course as a non-apprentice at the Palmerston campus.

How long is the course and how is it delivered in 2026?

Mainstream delivery runs for 12 months, while apprenticeships run for 3 years. Study mode includes face-to-face instruction with simulated workplace training, and students attend scheduled sessions across the week as listed for each apprentice stage.

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