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.
School Application Steps
Follow the process below, prepare materials in order, and track the progress of each stage.
1
Prepare Materials (School Application)
Organize academic and language materials based on the list of target courses and schools.
If the requirements are not yet met, you can apply for a language pathway program/packaged course (ELICOS/internal test) first.
Name the electronic versions of documents uniformly (in English) for easy reuse in subsequent visa applications.
Briefing on School-Arranged Interview (if applicable)
Submit application materials, including transcripts, passport, and English proficiency proof, to the State Department of Education.
School review: The Department of Education recommends schools based on the student's situation, and the school arranges an interview after its review.
Interview notification: An email will specify the interview time, method (usually Zoom or Teams), and preparation details.
Interview content: A conversation in English including self-introduction, interests, academic situation, future plans, and a comprehensive assessment of learning habits, adaptability, reasons for coming to Australia, etc. The duration is approximately 15-30 minutes.
3
Submit School Application
Submit the application through the school's official website or an agent's portal and pay the application fee (if any).
Submit supplementary documents as required and track the admission progress (Conditional/Unconditional Offer).
After meeting the conditions, pay the tuition deposit and complete the acceptance procedure (Accept Offer).
4
Obtain CoE and Arrange OSHC
The school issues the CoE (Confirmation of Enrolment).
Purchase/confirm OSHC to cover the entire visa period (including dependents, if any).
5
Visa Document Preparation (Subclass 500)
Organize documents for finances, GTE, English proficiency, and medical examination, ensuring consistency with the chosen course.
Check the letterheads, dates, translation formats, and certification requirements of visa documents.
Language Requirements
IELTS Score
PTE Score
2026 year(s)
Listening
5.5
Speaking
5.5
Reading
5.5
Writing
5.5
Overall
5.5
School Level
The school's visa assessment level determines the risk level for students applying for a visa and is a significant reference.
For example, if a school's visa assessment level is 2, the applicant will face more restrictions and be required to provide more written evidence, such as proof of language proficiency and financial capacity.
ASCED Qualification/Course Field of Education Identifier
Reference Id
1103
Certificate Classification
Personal Services
Scheme
Qualification/Course Level of Education Identifier
Reference Id
514
Certificate Classification
Certificate III in
Scheme
Nationally Recognised Training Type
Reference Id
11
Certificate Classification
Qualification
Certificate Qualification
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 at the time of publication.
Course Campuses
QLD
Campus:Queen Adelaide Building 90-112 Queen Street Campus
