Melton

Beautician

Beauticians (also known as beauty therapists) apply beauty treatments, cosmetics, and therapies to enhance the personal appearance of their clients. As a beautician you’ll be performing waxing, facials and other skin-care services, body treatments like massage and spray tans, as well hair styling, nail art, and make up services.

Beauticians have a wide-range of career options — you could open your own beauty salon, create a mobile beauty service, work for a day spa at a fancy resort, or even work on a cruise ship. As you gain experience you can pursue career specialisations in electrolysis, body massage, dermal therapies, and laser treatments.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Beginner

How do I become a beautician?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SHB50121

Diploma of Beauty Therapy

On Campus
12 months
$18,097 - $19,509
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHB30121

Certificate III in Beauty Services

On Campus
6 months
$3,668 - $7,938
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHB30321

Certificate III in Nail Technology

Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 14 months
$0 - $10,255
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHB40121

Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

On Campus
12 months
$5,721 - $12,893
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHB60221

Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy

Blended, On Campus
2 - 12 months
$0 - $17,720
  • Completed Diploma of Beauty Therapy or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Diploma of Beauty Therapy or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHB50321

Diploma of Cosmetic Tattooing

On Campus
9 - 12 months
$0 - $11,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Beauty Therapist Beautician
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