Certificate III in Hairdressing
ASSESS YOUR SKILLS NOW - FREE!!At Pentagon Consultancy, we help you to achieve this approved qualification in the country, giving you the technical skills, creativity, and confidence needed to succeed in salons, freelance work, fashion styling, or even salon ownership.
What Makes Certificate III in Hairdressing Different?
Many short courses in haircutting or styling provide limited skills, but they don’t prepare you for the demands of professional salon work. With our support, the Certificate III in Hairdressing offers a full program that blends technical training, creative development, industry safety, and client-facing skills.
Here’s why our students trust this qualification:
- Multiple Learning Pathways:We offer campus study, online theory with practical training, or salon apprenticeship .
- Comprehensive Units: Our program covers haircutting, colouring, chemical services, client consultations, salon management, hygiene, and WHS practices.
- National Recognition: We collaborate with RTOs and TAFE partners to deliver nationally recognised training.
- Flexible Duration: We make sure that you can complete your Certificate 3 in Hairdressing within 12 to 24 months, depending on your chosen pathway.
- Fast-Track with RPL: With our guidance, Recognition of Prior Learning may reduce your study time and costs.
With Pentagon Consultancy, you don’t just graduate; you step into the workplace as a confident, recognised professional.
Our Certificate III in Hairdressing Servicesy
We provide a complete, practical, and up-to-date course structure to prepare you for real-world success.
1. Haircutting & Styling Techniques
We focus on the essential and advanced techniques that employers value:
- Precision haircutting: Including layering, texturising, and shaping for both men’s and women’s hair.
- Creative styling skills: Such as blow-drying, curling, and braiding
- Special occasion looks: From bridal styles to high-fashion trends.
We make sure that when you finish the programme, you can do both classic and trendy hairstyles.
2. Colouring & Chemical Services
Colour services are one of the strongest income streams in salons. We prepare you to:
- Apply advanced techniques like foil, balayage, ombre, highlights, and colour correction.
- Provide safe and trusted chemical services, like relaxing and straightening.
- Maintain safety while using semi-permanent and permanent colouring products.
We make sure you understand hair colouring theory and can offer professional results.
3. Client Consultation & Salon Operations
At Pentagon Consultancy, we believe that building relationships is just as important as technical skill. That’s why we train you to:
- Conduct professional consultations to understand client needs.
- Follow correct salon hygiene and safety standards at all times.
- Manage appointment scheduling, time management, and workflow efficiency.
- Upsell treatments and products through strong communication and retail knowledge.
We get you ready to do well in busy salons while always putting your clients' needs first.
4. Business & Career Development
We go beyond the basics of hairdressing by preparing you for long-term success. This course will teach you:
- Learn how to build your personal brand as a stylist.
- Master strategies for building loyal client bases.
- Develop insights into salon management and future entrepreneurship.
Our goal is to help you grow not just as a stylist but as a future business leader.
Roadmap, Duration & Cost
Study Roadmap
We provide flexible study options to suit your lifestyle:
- Apprenticeship: Learn in a real salon while earning and gaining hands-on experience.
- Cert 3 in Hairdressing Online: Complete theory modules digitally, with practical training arranged locally.
- TAFE Certificate 3 in Hairdressing: Get face-to-face, hands-on training at campus facilities.
Duration
Most of our students complete their Certificate III in 12 to 24 months, depending on whether they study full-time, part-time, or via an internship.
Cost
The hairdressing cert 3 cost varies depending on the provider, state, and delivery method. Some students may qualify for government scholarships, especially in apprenticeship.We provide clear cost breakdowns so you know exactly what to expect before enrolling.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Already have salon experience? Our Certificate III in the Hairdressing RPL pathway can help you fast-track your qualification.
We support you by:
- Assessing your current skills and mapping them to the course requirements.
- Helping you get ready with portfolios, references, and samples of work.
- Helping you save time and money by reducing unnecessary repetition.
With Pentagon Consultancy, we make sure that your experience is acknowledged so you can get focused on your future.
Why Choose Pentagon Consultancy?
Choosing the right partner for your training makes all the difference. Here’s why students choose us:
- Trusted Partnerships: We work closely with RTOs and TAFE providers to make sure that the qualifications we offer are acknowledged.
- Personalised Support:We provide proper guidance and career counseling.
- Flexible Learning Options: With our learning programmes, you can manage work, school, and personal commitments.
- Practical Skills: We emphasise salon-ready training, not just theory.
- Transparent Pricing: We make sure you know all the details about the hairdressing Certificate 3 cost upfront.
We are committed to helping you succeed, not only in completing your qualification but also in building a sustainable career.
Career Pathways After Certificate III in Hairdressing
When you complete this qualification with us, a wide range of career opportunities open up:
- Qualified Hairdresser: Work in salons across Australia.
- Freelance Stylist: Build your own client base, specialising in events and bridal styling.
- Fashion Stylist: Work in editorial shoots and runway shows.
- Salon Manager or Owner:Take leadership positions or run your own salon.
- Educator/Trainer:With experience, you can train the next generation of stylists.
We prepare you not only to work but also to grow in whichever direction your career takes you..
FAQ
Our Certificate III covers haircutting, styling, colouring, chemical services, client consultations, salon hygiene, and business operations. It’s the full skill set needed for a professional hairdresser.
We welcome anyone passionate about hairdressing beginners, salon assistants, apprentices, or career changers. No prior certificate is needed, though RPL may apply for experienced individuals.
With our programmes, most students complete in 12 to 24 months. apprenticeship may require more time to complete, whereas Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) can reduce the overall duration of the course.
Yes, we provide combined pathways that allow students to complete theory online and acquire practical skills in salons or training centres.
Costs depend on the provider and pathway. We at Pentagon Consultancy provide clear and transparent pricing before you enrol.
Yes, this qualification is the national standard and required by most salons for employment.
Absolutely. We provide internship pathways that allow you to learn in a salon environment while earning.
Certificate II introduces basic styling, while Certificate III includes advanced techniques and prepares you for full professional work.
Yes, graduates are work ready and often begin employment in salons straight away.
Yes, we help students with prior experience apply for RPL, fast-tracking their qualification.
Start Your Hairdressing Journey with Us
You don’t need to wait to turn your love for hair into a profession. With the Certificate III in Hairdressing, you gain the creativity, technical skills, and confidence to do well in Australia's beauty industry.
At Pentagon Consultancy, we’re committed to guiding you from your very first enquiry through to course completion and beyond. Our role doesn’t end when you graduate. We support you in building a rewarding, long-term career.
Contact us today to enrol in Certificate III in Hairdressing and take your first step towards an exciting future in the beauty industry.