South West TAFE
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This comprehensive beauty course will give you the skills and confidence to work in a variety of beauty areas including day spas, resorts and retreats. Students will learn a wide variety of beauty services including specialised facial treatments, body treatments, body massage, hot stone therapy, aromatherapy massage, waxing, lash and brow treatments, nail services, and make-up.
In consultation with our Industry Partners, students will undertake work placement as part of their course, gaining invaluable experience in a professional environment. Students will also get essential hands on practice in a real salon environment in our dynamic and vibrant Pure Academy Salon. Students in this course will experience an excursion to a leading Day Spa along with free access to up-to-date workshops with our industry partners.
Delivery mode
South West TAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- 193/197-205 Timor Street Warrnambool
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
You must also be at least 17 years of age and have completed year 12 (or equivalent), Certificate IV or higher level qualification or demonstrate an ACSF level three.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
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...
About South West TAFE
South West TAFE is a world-class educator in an idyllic regional setting at the heart of Victoria’s Great Ocean Road region.
As the number 1 education and training provider in south-west Victoria, SWTAFE offers practical and inspiring teaching that prepares students for in-demand jobs now and into the future. Our focus is on delivering courses that give our graduates the skills they need to thrive in their chosen careers.
We offer over 150 nationally-recognised qualifications and short courses, and all are delivered by people with practical experience and backed by strong industry connections.
