Beauty Courses
Looking for a new career in the beauty industry? An accredited beauty course is your best place to get started. Choose from a range of qualifications offered by nationally recognised providers that will prepare you with practical skills and knowledge to land that next dream job.
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Job Pathways
Here are some potential career pathways within hair and beauty. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Popular Hair and Beauty Courses
There are 22 courses available for people who want a career in Hair and Beauty.
SHB50121
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Salon Manager
Beautician
Waxing Therapist
Spa Therapist
Dermal Therapist
Laser Therapist
Massage Therapist
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.
SHB30221
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
Retail Assistant
Makeup Artist
Do you love make-up and cosmetics? With the nationally recognised SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up you could become a specialist make-up artist and work in beauty salons, day spas, or even film and TV. The course delivers specialist skills in creative make-up design for events, special occasions and photography, but you can also choose electives that will broaden your service offerings. Options include: spray tanning, waxing, recommending and selling beauty products, lash and brow treatments, creating a business plan, setting up a beauty business, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, availability of specialist electives, and upcoming course enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
SHB30121
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Nail Technician
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
Waxing Therapist
Beautician
Retail Assistant
Makeup Artist
A SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services provides students with broad skills and knowledge for success in a range of beauty industry roles. You will gain practical beauty skills including nails, waxing, lash and brows and basic make-up, while also learning about customer service, client consulting and product selection. This course is a pathway to jobs as a nail technician, cosmetic assistant, beautician or make-up artist in a busy salon..
Average duration: 12 months.
CUA51020
Online, On Campus
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Special Effects Makeup Artist
Makeup Artist
Hair and Makeup Artist
The Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-up Services) is designed to equip students with the skills and techniques essential for all facets of professional makeup artistry including screen and media, theatre, fashion and bridal. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical training, this diploma prepares aspiring make-up artists to excel in creating captivating looks which includes the use of wigs, hairstyling and prosthetics. Enquire now to find a course provider near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
SHB40121
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Beauty Therapist
Dermal Therapist
Nail Technician
Spa Therapist
Waxing Therapist
Beautician
Become a senior beauty therapist with the SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty. This hands-on training course will teach you how to provide body massages, spray tans, lash and brow services, makeup design, manicures and pedicures, facials, and skin care treatments. The course also covers infection controls, retail sales in the salon, customer service, and beauty product knowledge. Enquire now for the full list of study units, beauty industry career outcomes, and training providers near you that offer this qualification..
Average duration: 12 months.
SHBBSKT010
Online, On Campus
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Skin Therapist
The SHBBSKT010 - Provide Skin Needling Treatments course delivers comprehensive training on the performance outcomes, skills, and knowledge necessary to administer effective skin needling treatments aimed at enhancing the appearance of skin. This includes evaluating client suitability for the procedure, safely employing skin needling technology up to 1.0mm, and diligently monitoring and modifying treatments to achieve optimal results. The course also emphasizes the importance of maintaining stringent infection control standards to ensure the safety and well-being of clients throughout the treatment process.
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Average duration: 3 months.
CUA60620
On Campus
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Hair and Makeup Artist
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Makeup Artist
Explore the artistry and technical skills required for the entertainment industry with the Advanced Diploma in Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services). This comprehensive program equips students with advanced makeup techniques and industry knowledge, preparing them to excel in film, television, and theatrical productions..
Average duration: 12 months.
SHB50321
Online, On Campus
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Beauty Therapist
The SHB50321 Diploma of Cosmetic Tattooing prepares individuals to work as autonomous cosmetic tattooists, designing and providing cosmetic tattooing services. This qualification equips practitioners with specialised knowledge and experience to consult, design, and manage treatment programmes. It also enhances communication and technical skills. Practitioners operate within a defined scope of practice, using initiative and judgement to refuse or refer treatments as needed, ensuring high standards of professional accountability.
Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 9 months.
SHB60221
Online, On Campus
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Skin Therapist
Clinical Aesthetician
Dermal Therapist
Beauty Therapist
The SHB60221 Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy equips students with advanced skills to design and safely apply non-ionising radiation treatments using intense pulsed light and laser technologies for hair reduction. Practitioners synthesize specialised knowledge to consult, design, and manage treatment programs, possessing advanced communication and technical skills. Operating within a defined scope, they use initiative and judgement to refuse or refer treatments. This qualification leads to roles such as beauty therapist and skin therapist in skin or beauty therapy clinics.
Enquire now for the full list of elective choices, entry requirements, and available enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
CUA31020
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Assistant Editor
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
Camera Assistant
Lighting Technician
Production Assistant
Junior Animator
Junior Graphic Designer
Junior Video Editor
The CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media is a great way to get started in the film, television, and media industry in Australia. This nationally recognised qualification delivers the hands-on skills and knowledge you need to create digital content and work on a production team. The course covers: working effectively in the creative arts, critical thinking and teamwork, on-the-job safety protocols, preparing video and photo assets, creating visual design components, operating production equipment, installing and operating lighting and sound broadcasting gear. This course also has scope to obtain WHS licences enabling you to work at heights and install stage/event lighting, sets, and marquees. Enquire now for the list of study units, elective choices (and their availability), plus enrolment centres near you..
Average duration: 12 months.
SHB20216
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Salon Assistant
If you’d like to work in at a modern salon or get prepared for a hairdressing apprenticeship try the Certificate II in Salon Assistant (SHB20216). It’s a hands-on qualification (completed over 6-12 months) that will teach you how to greet and prepare clients for their visit to the salon, provide shampoo and basin services, braid hair, and work as part of the salon team. Graduate ready for work as a salon assistant or confidently apply for an apprenticeship.
Enquire now for a list of course dates, training centres, and your eligibility for concessions and subsidies..
Average duration: 6 months.
10871NAT
On Campus
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Stylist
Get the skills you need to make your mark in the world of fashion with the 10871NAT Diploma of Fashion Styling. This nationally recognised diploma will give you the skills and confidence you need to style models and clients for business, social media, fashion editorial, TV and media. The course is hands-on and during your studies you’ll be planning and styling photo shoots, researching design trends, exploring the use of colour, and learning how to network like a boss. You’ll graduate ready for a fashion styling career position or consultancy. Enquire now for the full list of study units, fashion career outcomes, and the latest enrolment opportunities in your area..
Average duration: 12 months.
Online, On Campus
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Dermal Clinician
Dermatology Assistant
Dermal Therapist
A Higher Education course to identify you as an expert in the dynamic and evolving field of Dermal Therapy. This qualification will help you accelerate your career by giving you a solid foundation in Dermal Therapy and is also your first step towards a Bachelor of Applied Health Science (Clinical Aesthetics). Enquire now for entry requirements and upcoming intake dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
CUA41220
On Campus
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Hair and Makeup Artist
Makeup Artist
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Want to learn makeup artistry for the screen and media industries? Try the CUA41220 Certificate IV in Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services). This nationally recognised qualification introduces you to the creative arts industry in Australia and deliver a mix of specialist technical skills in both hair and make-up. Competencies include: styling hair for productions, creating classic long hair up-styles, designing remedial camouflage make-up, applying make-up for photographs, applying airbrush make-up, designing creative makeup, removing makeup. Enquire now for entry requirements, makeup artistry career outcomes, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
CUA41220
Online, On Campus
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Special Effects Makeup Artist
Looking for an exciting career in film, TV, or screen media? How about the nationally recognised CUA41220 Certificate IV in Screen and Media. This awesome qualification prepares you for supervisory roles in the creatives arts industry and allows you to gain specialist skills in any of seven different industry sectors. Specialisation areas include: animation and visual effects, specialist make-up services, radio and podcasting, journalism, content creation and production, film and video production, broadcasting. The course has a broad spectrum covers: understanding copyright, drawing to communicate ideas, producing digital images, developing personal work priorities, and much more. Enquire now for entry requirements, the availability of course specialisations in your region, and upcoming enrolment dates..
Average duration: 24 months.
SHB60118
Online, On Campus
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Laser Therapist
The Advanced Diploma of Intense Pulsed Light and Laser for Hair Reduction (SHB60118) is for skincare specialists and dermal therapists who want to learn how to use the latest technologies for reducing hair on the face and body. During 7 months of training you will learn how to safely apply non-ionising radiation treatments while maintaining infection control standards.
Enquire now for the list of course outcomes, career applications, and enrolment requirements..
Average duration: 6 months.
10781NAT
On Campus
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Laser Therapist
Learn to use laser technologies for tattoo removal and skin rejuvenation with the 10781NAT Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Laser and Light Therapies. This nationally recognised diploma is completed over 18 months and will teach you how to analyse a client’s skin and tattoos, design a suitable treatment program, and safely use Intense Pulsed Light and laser technologies.
Enquire now for the list of study units, career applications, and instructions for enrolment..
Average duration: 18 months.
52850WA
Online, On Campus
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Dermal Therapist
The Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science (52850WA) will qualify you for work as a dermal therapist at cosmetic medical practices and dermal clinics. This nationally recognised qualification is completed over 1-3 years (depending on your availability) and is a blend of online theory and practical learning (in an advanced dermal studio). The course covers: epidermal resurfacing techniques, light-based therapies, clinical microdermabrasion procedures, skin needling, and chemical resurfacing. The course includes a Laser Safety Certificate recognised in Western Australia and Queensland.
Enquire now for the full list of study units and the next opportunities for enrolment..
Average duration: 12 months.
52854WA
Online, On Campus
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Dermal Therapist
The Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science (52854WA) is for qualified beauticians or health practitioners who want to bring their knowledge of dermal science to a professional level. The course is completed part-time over 12-36 months (depending on your availability) and is a mix of both theory and practical hands-on learning. The course covers: laser and light-based procedures, chemical resurfacing, needling, clinical microdermabrasion — and is recognised by laser licensing bodies in Western Australia and Queensland.
Enquire now for the list of training dates and delivery options..
Average duration: 12 months.
52852WA
Online, On Campus
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Cosmetic Nurse
If you’re a qualified nurse wanting to specialise in cosmetic medicine, you need the Graduate Diploma of Cosmetic Nursing and Injectables (52852WA). This nationally recognised qualification is suitable for the ‘Cosmetic use of Lasers Licence’ in both Western Australia and Queensland. The course consists of theory and practical units that cover the critical aspects of cosmetic surgical procedures, injectables, and light-based treatments.
Enquire now for the list of study units and enrolment dates..
Average duration: 12 months.
SHB30321
Online, On Campus
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Retail Assistant
Beautician
Nail Technician
Become a qualified nail technician with the SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to deliver a full range of nail services including manicures, pedicures, acrylic nail enhancements, and nail art. You’ll graduate job-ready with the skills you need to sell beauty products, process transactions, communicate with customers, and keep the nail salon hygienic and clean. Enquire now for the full list of study units, nail service competencies, and enrolment centres near you that offer this course..
Average duration: 12 months.
SHB50216
Online, On Campus
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Salon Manager
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..
Average duration: 12 months.
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