About Australasian Beauty Therapy Academy
RTO code: 88178
ABTA is a nationally registered training organisation that has delivered the highest standard of education in beauty therapy for upwards of 25 years.
ABTA is the Australian Capital Territory’s first and only beauty institute that offers international qualifications (CIDESCO, Zurich and ITEC, London).
ABTA courses are led by nationally and internationally recognised lecturers. We guarantee the highest level of experience and industry expertise to ensure you’re receiving a learning experience unrivalled in quality and support.
Our Student clinic simulates a beauty salon and provides a real-life learning environment for students to practice as professionals. Our hands-on approach of realistic practises gives students realistic expectations and ensures they feel well equipped to work in the beauty industry.
ABTA has a wealth of industry associations and connections worldwide and a vast pool of resources. With international qualifications and strong connections, we offer a world of opportunities to assist with your development as a premium quality therapist.
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SHB50121
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Massage Therapist
Waxing Therapist
Spa Therapist
Laser Therapist
Dermal Therapist
Beautician
Salon Manager
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.
SHB30121
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Retail Assistant
Nail Technician
Beautician
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
Waxing Therapist
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.
SHB40121
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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Possible job outcomes:
Beauty Therapist
Beautician
Nail Technician
Dermal Therapist
Spa Therapist
Waxing Therapist
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.
CUA51020
Online, On Campus
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3D Modeller
Audio Visual Technician
Camera Assistant
Animator
Digital Animator
The CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media is an exciting qualification for the next generation of film makers and screen producers, as well as anyone wanting to advance their career in television, radio, film, or visual effects. Your studies begin with a sound introduction to the creative arts industry in Australia (and worldwide) — you’ll be developing ideas for later production work and building a solid creative practice. Choose specialisation electives to support your career aspirations: animation and visual effects, film and TV production, general media skills.
Enquire now for the list of elective choices, career outcomes, and the availability of enrolment slots..
Average duration: 12 months.
SHB20121
Online, On Campus
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Retail Assistant
Would you would love a job at a pharmacy, department store, or salon selling cosmetics? How about the SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics? This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to recommend and sell beauty products, skincare products, and cosmetics. During your course you will learn how to design and apply makeup, create merchandising displays, communicate with customers, and carry out financial transactions. There is even scope to use Facebook and Instagram as sales tools. Enquire now to learn more about how to enrol in this exciting course and begin your career in the beauty industry..
Average duration: 12 months.
SHBBFAS005
On Campus
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The SHBBFAS005 Provide Facial Treatments and Skin Care Recommendations imparts the skills and knowledge required to provide facial treatments and recommend appropriate skin care products. It involves establishing client priorities during consultation and treatment, utilising knowledge of cosmetic chemistry and nutrition, and designing facial routines. Participants will learn to advise clients on suitable products and skin protection measures. Facials can be offered as single treatments or as part of a series of treatments, tailored to meet individual client needs.
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Average duration: 12 weeks.
SHBBMUP009
Online, On Campus
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The SHBBMUP009 Design and Apply Make-Up is ideal for those looking to master the basics of makeup application. This hands-on course is taught face-to-face by expert makeup artists in small, engaging class sizes. Participants will learn a variety of techniques, including performing makeup consultations, analysing face shapes and features, identifying skin types and contra-indications, and understanding the principles of colour. The course also covers evening makeup looks like smokey eyes, winged eyeliner, and red lips, as well as natural day makeup looks.
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Average duration: 5 days.
SHBBMUP008
Online, On Campus, Traineeship
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The SHBBMUP008 Apply Eyelash Extensions short course, taught by expert lash artists, focuses on applying, infilling, and removing eyelash extensions to add length and thickness to natural lashes. You will learn client consultation, product selection, and equipment use. This unit applies to beauty therapists, retail assistants, and make-up freelancers in beauty salons, cosmetic outlets, and make-up service settings, requiring routine service decisions within a defined range.
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Average duration: 3 days.
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