Course Summary

This integrated program combines hands-on barbering training with essential workplace and personal development skills. It’s tailored for students aiming to enter the BARBERING (not hair and beauty) industry, providing both practical experience AND INDUSTRY knowledge to support successful transitions into the workforce.

The integrated program will be offered for Unit 1 & 2.

• VET Certificate II in Salon Assistant (Barbering) Unit 1 & 2
• VCE VM Work Related Skills Unit 1 & 2
• VCE VM Personal Development Skills Unit 1 & 2

This course equips students with the key knowledge and hands-on skills needed to succeed in the growing men’s barbering industry. Students will learn modern barbering techniques including haircuts, beard design, client styling, communication, and product knowledge, enabling them to work safely under routine supervision.

The program also includes Vocational Major Work Related Skills (WRS) and Personal Development Skills (PDS). WRS prepares students for the modern workplace by exploring industry trends, workplace environments, and decision-making through classroom and structured workplace learning. PDS supports personal growth by developing self-awareness, leadership, teamwork, and community involvement. Together, these elements help students build a strong foundation for both career and life.

VET Certificate II in Salon Assistant (Barbering)

This course is delivered over 2 year program. The second year will be standalone, not integrated.

VCE: Unit 1 & Unit 2 sequence available

ATAR Contribution: Unit 3 & 4 students do not receive a Study Score contribution for this subject

VET: SHB20216 Certificate II in Salon Assistant

Structured workplace learning advice: 40 hours is recommended but not compulsory.

VCE VM Work Related Skills (VCE VM WRS)

Students must complete 2 Units of Work Related Skills to be eligible for their VCE Vocational Major certificate.

Unit 3 & 4 will be delivered standalone, not integrated.

VCE: Unit 1, 2, 3 & 4 sequence available

VCE VM Personal Development Skills (VCE VM PDS)

Students must complete 2 units of Personal Development Skills to be eligible for their VCE Vocational Major certificate

Unit 3 & 4 will be delivered standalone, not integrated.

VCE: Unit 1, 2, 3 & 4 sequence available

Learning Activities & Assessment

• Safety
• Create haircuts using tracks and carving
• Design and maintain beards and moustaches
• Cut using freehand clipper techniques
• Dry hair to shape
• Greet & prepare clients for salon services
• Skin Fade / Bald Fade
• Mid Fade
• Low Fade
• Drop Fade
• Burst Fade
• Temple Fade (Brooklyn Fade)
• High Top Fade
• Shadow Fade
• Disconnected Undercut
• Textured Crop (French Crop)