Become a job-ready barber in 9 months*
Start cutting real clients from day one!
Gold Coast
Brisbane
Sydney
Melbourne
Academy Based Learning
Practical Barbershop Academy
+ Online Learning
Small class sizes of just 6 students allow for more personalised attention, tailored instruction, and stronger peer connections. helping every student thrive.
This course typically takes around 36 weeks to complete based on the average competency rate. Students can progress at their own pace, moving faster or slower as needed.
An impressive 98.7% of our graduates enter the barbering industry upon course completion. This high success rate reflects the quality of our training and industry connections.
Flexible payment options are available, with weekly payments as low as $295 for 9 months after your $1500 Deposit
The course is competency-based certification which can be completed as soon as you are able to meet the requirements. The average completion time is 36 weeks with most student barbers working in the industry before they finish their course. Our goal is to make you industry ready!
6-8 hours per week online learning
2 days per week face to face training & barbershop practical
Course Investment: $295 per week
Finance options available depending on your requirements. Our standard course fee includes $1500 Course Deposit + 39 weekly payments of $295.
Contact the team to discuss options to suit you –
[email protected] or 1800 431 327.
There is also potential funding available for eligible candidates – learn more
Certificate 3 in Barbering Academy Course
Full Barbering Tool Kit
2 x Mannequin training heads
Barbering Skillset Academy Online Course
Hair & Barber Community Online
Masterclasses & Workshops
"Flexible and accessible barbering education"
"The Barber Academy was an awesome experience. The academy and trainers were very flexible, allowing me to work full time while completing my certificate. So much more than just a school, this is easily the best place to learn Barbering."
- Duncan M

"Professional, friendly & encouraging"
The Barber Academy have been incredible. The training team at the academy are professional, friendly and provide the encouragement you need. If you are looking at learning new skills and becoming a barber, I would highly suggest doing your training here!
- Jess G

"Hands down the best barber school"
"I haven’t enjoyed something so much until I attended The Barber Academy! Honestly the teachers here were top tier educators! I built an incredible chemistry with the students, had so many great memories and the trainers were amazing."
- Paikea K

Barbering Kit & Learning Tools
Barbering Kit, Education Tools and Mannequin heads for your course.
Barbering Skillset Academy
Online learning for all Barbering skills, styling and technique.
Hair & Barber Community Online
Online Community for students, apprentices & industry professionals.
Workshops & Masterclasses
Live skills workshops, demonstrations and masterclasses.
Melbourne - Richmond
9th February 2026
5 spots remaining
Melbourne - Bentleigh
9th February 2026
4 spots remaining
Maroubra - SYD
9th February 2026
FULL - Next Intake July 26
Robina - GC
9th February 2026
3 spots remaining
Milton - BNE
February 2026
4 spots remaining
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