Nationally recognised training
VET qualifications are nationally recognised and regulated, ensuring all courses meet rigorous standards for quality, relevance, and compliance with industry requirements.
Get job-ready
Graduate with the skills you need to start working right away. Build the practical skills and industry knowledge needed to enter the workforce with confidence.
Work placement
Students will need to complete work placement supervised by qualified staff in order to gain hands-on experience in a real-world setting.
Financial support
Government funding may be available for eligible students. Funding is available for vocational education courses that meet skills shortages on a state level.
Entry requirements
Entry requirements for VET courses include both national standards and additional criteria set by individual Registered Training Organisations (RTOs).
It’s important to review these requirements for each course provider to ensure you meet all necessary prerequisites before applying.
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
- Additional entry requirements are set by individual course providers
Course fees
Course fees vary depending on the course provider.
Government funding may be available to Australian citizens or permanent residents. Eligibility depends on your location, employment status, and whether the course and provider are approved for funding.
- QLD Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the QLD Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- SA Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the SA Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Beauty Therapy will prepare you for the following roles.
Massage Therapist
Massage Therapists help their clients relax, destress, and recover from injury using a range of different massage and relaxation techniques. As a m...
Beautician
Beauticians (also known as beauty therapists) apply beauty treatments, cosmetics, and therapies to enhance the personal appearance of their clients...
Waxing Therapist
Waxing Therapists remove body hair using hot wax and strip wax — as well as provide aftercare therapies to soothe the skin and prevent abrasions. A...
Spa Therapist
Spa Therapists perform a range of body and relaxation treatments at day spas, wellness centres, hotels, resorts and retreats. A day in the life of...
Salon Manager
Salon Managers oversee the operations of modern hairdressing and beauty salons, barber shops, spas and wellness centres. They are responsible for t...
Laser Therapist
Laser Therapists apply non-ionising radiation treatments for skin rejuvenation, tattoo removal, pigmentation reduction, and hair removal. They have...
Dermal Therapist
Dermal Therapists perform laser and light based procedures as well as chemical resurfacing, clinical microdermabrasion, skin needling and other fac...
Beauty Therapist
A Beauty Therapist provides a range of beauty services and treatments to clients at a beauty salon. You might specialise in a type of service such...
Cosmetic Nurse
A Cosmetic Nurse performs a range of cosmetic beauty treatments for clients. You might be trained in various services or specialise in a particular...
Salon Assistant
A Salon Assistant provides services to clients in a hair salon. You might greet customers as they arrive and discuss available treatments with them...
Dermal Clinician
A Dermal Clinician performs cosmetic skin treatments to address a range of patient concerns. You’ll conduct non-surgical work using treatments such...
IPL and Laser Technician
An IPL and Laser Technician uses light and laser therapies to conduct cosmetic skin treatments. You’ll address a range of patient concerns such as...
Reflexology Therapist
A Reflexology Therapist applies pressure to specific points on the feet, hands, or ears to promote health and well-being. Duties include assessing...
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