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Salon Managers oversee the operations of modern hairdressing and beauty salons, barber shops, spas and wellness centres. They are responsible for the day-to-day running of the salon and ensuring there are enough qualified therapists to handle the daily bookings.
Marketing and advertising, opening and closing the salon, applying hygiene controls — plus ensuring treatments and beauty therapies are at a consistent high standard are all core responsibilities of a salon manager. Experienced salon managers could also open their own practice.
There are 4 courses available for people who want to become a Salon Manager.
Possible job outcomes:
Become a qualified beauty therapist and open your own salon with the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to deliver a wide range of beauty treatments as well as setup and operate a beauty business. Treatment competencies include: body massage, lash and brow services, facials and skin care treatments, waxing, makeip application and design, manicures and pedicures, piercings, and more. You can also gain specialist skills in electrolysis, relaxation massage, or spa treatments. Enquire now for entry requirements, graduation competencies, and upcoming enrolment opportunities near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
The Diploma of Salon Management (SHB50216) is perfect for hair and beauty salon owners wanting to compliment their creative skills with sound business knowledge and practices. Students begin their studies with 7 core units. They learn how to manage HR and recruitment, build team leadership and safety while managing treatment services. Students then select 3 elective units from course a range of specialities; franchising, management, training, learning and development. The Diploma of Salon Management (SHB50216) is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Hairdressing and Beauty Services Training Package..
The dual qualification provides students with practical skills and knowledge in hairdressing and salon management. The Certificate III in Hairdressing component covers techniques such as hair cutting, styling, and colouring, as well as customer service and hygiene practices. The Diploma of Salon Management component focuses on management principles, marketing, financial planning, human resources, and business operations in the hair and beauty industry. Graduates will have the ability to work independently, manage a team of staff, and run a successful salon business..
Average duration: 18 months.
This dual qualification will equip students with the practical skills and knowledge required to work as a professional barber and salon manager. The Certificate III in Barbering component covers barbering techniques, communication, customer service, and hygiene and safety procedures. The Diploma of Salon Management component covers management principles, financial planning, marketing, human resources, and business operations. Upon completion, graduates will have the ability to work independently, manage a team of staff, and run a successful salon business..
In Australia, a full time Salon Manager generally earns $1,440 per week ($74,880 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
Opportunities for Salon Managers in Australia are expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years as several thousand new jobs open up around the country. Salon Managers manage hair and beauty salons, barber shops, day spas, retreats, and wellness centres.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
To become a salon manager you don’t necessarily need to be a qualified therapist, but it would certainly help. The nationally recognised Diploma of Salon Management in conjunction with a Certificate III from the Hairdressing and Beauty Services Training Package would be ideal. You could realistically complete both of these in under 2 years.
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Here are some potential career pathways within hairdressing and barbering. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Hairdressing and Barbering
Barber
$1,025 weekly pay
Salon Assistant
$850 weekly pay
Hairdresser
Salon Manager
$1,340 weekly pay
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