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There are 13 courses available in Gold Coast for people who want to study hair and beauty.
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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.
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.
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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..
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Yes, there are course providers who offer qualifications in hair and beauty in Gold Coast. Find a course provider near you. Once you make an enquiry, a course advisor will get in touch to discuss your study options and course fees.
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There are several campuses within the Gold Coast area that provide training in hair and beauty. The closest campus is 17km away from the center of Gold Coast. You can also study a hair and beauty course through online, distance or traineeship learning. Find a course provider that best suits your needs.
Potential career pathways within the hair and beauty industry include beauty therapy or hairdressing (to name a few). Browse through the job pathways table to find a career that suits your needs.
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.
Beauty Therapy
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
$850 weekly pay
Nail Technician
Beautician
$1,050 weekly pay
Beauty Therapist
$1,150 weekly pay
Dermal Therapist
Hair and Makeup Artist
Laser Therapist
Makeup Artist
Spa Therapist
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Waxing Therapist
Cosmetic Nurse
$1,250 weekly pay
Dermal Clinician
$1,530 weekly pay
IPL and Laser Technician
Hairdressing
Barber
$1,025 weekly pay
Salon Assistant
Hairdresser
Salon Manager
$1,340 weekly pay
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