SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy

National ID: SHB50115 State ID: AWO6

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Make the world a more beautiful place with a Diploma of Beauty Therapy.

You will learn to apply a full range of face and body treatments. You will learn skills in a broad range of beauty therapy treatments and services that include facials, specialised facials, body massage, waxing, lash and brow treatments, make-up, aromatherapy, spray tan, lash extensions and skills in retail and sales operations. You will also learn about reflexology, Indian head massage, hot stone massage and micro-dermabrasion.

Our Diploma of Beauty Therapy course will give you the skills to start up your own business and to work in the industry. You will also learn the tips of small business promotion to be successful in a very competitive market.

This course is eligible for a VET student loan. To see if you're eligible and to find more visit our Student Loans page.

Entrance requirements

School Leaver	Non-School Leaver	AQF
Completion of WACE General or ATAR (Minimum C Grades) or equivalent	Completion of WACE General or ATAR or equivalent (minimum C Grades)	Certificate III

There are literacy and numeracy entry requirements for this course. You will be asked to complete and LLN test prior to enrolment in this course. Students who do not meet the literacy and numeracy requirements of the course will be offered alternative options.

You must be able to stand for long periods of time during the day and be able to massage and perform beauty treatments for at least four clients per day (to prepare for the expected minimum when working in industry).

All students must have well developed communication skills to enable them to work with clients.

Important information

Please note: This qualification is in transition, and the course code is subject to change.

Certification

Upon successful completion you will receive a Diploma of Beauty Therapy.

VET Student Loans

This qualification is eligible for the Commonwealth Government's VET Student Loan scheme. Eligible students can opt to defer the payment of all or part of their tuition fees by applying for a VET Student Loan. VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. Approved loans become a personal debt with the Commonwealth (HELP debt) until it is repaid.

For more information on VET Student Loans click here.

Job opportunities

Job opportunities include:

Retail Cosmetic Assistant
Beautician
Make-Up Artist
Nail Technician
Beauty Therapist

For more information about job and career pathways, visit JobOutlook(opens in a new tab) or Jobs and Skills WA

Please note: This list is a guide only as job titles and qualification requirements may vary between organisations.

Further Study

Diploma of Remedial Massage

We offer a range of further study opportunities, view our course list here. (opens in a new tab)

Study options and how to apply

Click on your preferred study option below to get started with your application or enrolment.

Semester 1, 2022

Details

Duration	12 Months
When	Semester 1, 2022
Where	Kalgoorlie
How	Classroom

Units and fees

Fee estimate instructions: Tick the boxes below for the number of units required for this course. A total fee estimate will appear in a table on the right hand side. 

Units required: To achieve this qualification you must successfully complete twenty five (25) units of competence from those listed below. 

Core

National ID	Unit title	Tuition fee	Resource fee
SHBBBOS002	Provide body massages	$636.90	$112.65
SHBBBOS003	Provide body treatments	$636.90	$112.65
SHBBFAS001	Provide lash and brow services	$86.85	$0.00
SHBBFAS002	Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations	$868.50	$154.20
SHBBFAS003	Provide specialised facial treatments	$781.65	$136.13
SHBBHRS001	Provide waxing services	$752.70	$0.00
SHBBMUP002	Design and apply make-up	$231.60	$0.00
SHBBNLS001	Provide manicure and pedicare services	$347.40	$0.00
SHBBRES001	Research and apply beauty industry information	$104.22	$0.00
SHBXCCS001	Conduct salon financial transactions	$144.75	$0.00
SHBXCCS002	Provide salon services to clients	$86.85	$0.00
SHBXIND001	Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment	$289.50	$0.00
SHBXWHS001	Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices	$202.65	$0.00

Elective

Credit Transfer Units

The following units must be completed to achieve the qualification however students may have successfully completed the unit below as part of previous study in Certificate III in Beauty Services. As a Credit Transfer no fees or charges are applicable.

National ID	Unit title	Tuition fee	Resource fee
SHBBBOS001	Apply cosmetic tanning products	$69.48	$0.00
SHBBCCS001	Advise on beauty products and services	$144.75	$0.00
SHBBHRS002	Provide female intimate waxing services	$347.40	$0.00
SHBBMUP003	Design and apply make-up for photography	$173.70	$0.00
SHBBMUP004	Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up	$86.85	$0.00

Unit Selection

All elective units must be selected from the list below. A total of twelve (12) elective units must be selected to achieve the qualification.

National ID	Unit title	Tuition fee	Resource fee
SHBBBOS004	Provide aromatherapy massages	$231.60	$47.04
SHBBCCS002	Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments	$318.45	$62.54
SHBBINF001	Maintain infection control standards	$521.10	$105.98
SHBBSPA001	Work in a spa therapies framework	$86.85	$16.46
SHBBSPA002	Provide spa therapies	$434.25	$81.51
SHBBSPA003	Provide stone therapy massages	$138.96	$27.55
SHBBSPA004	Provide Indian head massages for relaxation	$144.75	$28.86

Please note: Where displayed, fees are only an estimate. Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.

Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
For Lower Fees, local skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
Proof of concession must be presented to access concession rates if eligible.
Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
Secondary school aged persons (in 2021, students born on or after 1 July 2003 who are at least 15 years old in 2021) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.

More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700

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