Salon Manager

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.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $78,000
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a salon manager?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
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SHB50216

Diploma of Salon Management
Blended, On Campus, Online
12 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Salon Manager Beauty Therapist Salon Assistant
Stylist
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Salon Manager Beauty Therapist Salon Assistant Stylist + 1 more
SHB50121

Diploma of Beauty Therapy
On Campus
12 months
$0 - $21,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Massage Therapist Beautician Waxing Therapist
Spa Therapist Salon Manager Laser Therapist Dermal Therapist Beauty Therapist Cosmetic Nurse Salon Assistant Dermal Clinician IPL and Laser Technician Reflexology Therapist Dermatology Assistant Clinical Aesthetician Electrologist Skin Therapist
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Common questions

How much do Salon Managers earn?

In Australia, a full time Salon Manager generally earns $1,500 per week ($78,000 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.

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What are the job opportunities for Salon Managers?

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

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How do I become a Salon Manager?

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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Further reading

How to get into hairdressing

30th June 2020)

What can you do with a Certificate III in Beauty Services?

29th September 2020)

How do I become a sales manager?

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