SHB50115 - Diploma of Beauty Therapy

This qualification is for someone who is highly motivated, can work independently, and deliver a range of high quality treatments in diverse settings. The role of a beauty therapists is to provide a broad range of beauty therapy treatments and services including facial treatments, body massage and treatments, hair removal, lash and brow treatments, nail and make-up services. This includes consultation with clients to provide beauty advice, recommend beauty treatments and services, and sell retail skin-care and cosmetic products.

Their work involves the self-directed application of knowledge and skills with substantial depth in some areas where judgement and initiative is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques. A beauty therapist must be able to create and build a client base, encourage repeat custom through consistent re-booking of clients and provide knowledgeable advice in regards to products and services.

Work is typically conducted in beauty salons and spas.

This is a nationally recognised accredited course.

Rockhampton Mixed Mode Course - Continuing Students Only

This program is typically delivered over an 18 month period. As it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete some units sooner if they have reached the required skill level.

Core

Elective

Gladstone Mixed Mode Course - Continuing Students Only

This program is typically delivered over an 18 month period. As it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete some units sooner if they have reached the required skill level.

Core

Elective

Mackay Mixed Mode Course - Continuing Students Only

This program is typically delivered over an 18 month period. As it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete some units sooner if they have reached the required skill level.

Core

Elective

Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or high level course.

There are no other entry requirements for this course as listed by the training package.

A previous qualification in either Certificate III in Beauty Services or Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy will reduce the workload to upgrade to the Diploma of Beauty Therapy qualification.

Prior to finalising your application we highly recommend that you view this video. It provides extra information regarding the course.

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Please be aware; there are some additional resources that you will need purchase to complete this course.

• Textbook
• Beauty tunic
• Make up kit

You will also need regular and reliable access to the internet.

After completion of this course individuals can be employed as Beauty Therapists to provide treatments such as facial treatments, body massage, hair removal, lash and brow treatments, nail and make-up services. This includes consultation with clients to provide beauty advice, recommend beauty treatments and services, and sell retail skin-care and cosmetic products.

A beauty therapist must be able to create and build a client base, encourage repeat custom through consistent re-booking of clients and provide knowledgeable advice in regards to products and services.

Please refer to the VET student fees price lists, eligibility criteria applies for subsidised funding. If you are unsure please call us on 13 27 86. The 2023 VET Student Loan Cap for this course is $16,788.

VET Student Loans can be used to pay for all or part of an eligible student’s Tuition Fees. VET Student Loans is an Australian Government loan scheme to assist eligible students studying diploma level and above qualifications to pay their tuition fees. A VET Student Loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt due to the Commonwealth until it is paid. Please refer to VET Student Loan for details and eligibility.

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Thank you for considering the Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SHB50115). CQUni TAFE is developing a new offering for this diploma. There is currently no confirmed date for availability, however if you register your interest we will let you know when applications open.

If you are not yet working as a beautician, you may want to consider Certificate III in Beauty Services (SHB30115).