Course Overview
If you enjoy making others feel relaxed and rejuvenated, or you are keen to work in spas locally or overseas, our Diploma of Beauty Therapy course will get you closer to fulfilling your ambition.
As the highest and most sought after qualification in the industry, our practical, nationally recognised course will provide you with the knowledge, experience and advanced skills to start your career as a qualified beauty therapist.
We pride ourselves on teaching the top techniques that all beauty salon owners look for such as how to dress a treatment bed and how to wax to perfection.
Study areas covered include:
- Facials
- Body treatments
- Aromatherapy
- Massage (including hot stone and Indian head massage)
- Skin science
- Lash and brow services
- Make-up application
- Manicure and pedicure
- Waxing
- Eyelash extensions
- Cosmetic Tanning.
University pathway
When you graduate from the Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SHB50115), you'll be eligible for guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Dermal Sciences at Victoria University and 84 credits (which is equivalent to approximately 10 months study).
Read more about our university pathways here.
Click here for course modules
Core
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| SHBBBOS002 | Provide body massages | 120 |
| SHBBBOS003 | Provide body treatments | 120 |
| SHBBFAS001 | Provide lash and brow services | 15 |
| SHBBFAS002 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | 120 |
| SHBBFAS003 | Provide specialised facial treatments | 115 |
| SHBBHRS001 | Provide waxing services | 85 |
| SHBBMUP002 | Design and apply make-up | 45 |
| SHBBNLS001 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | 50 |
| SHBBRES001 | Research and apply beauty industry information | 20 |
| SHBXCCS001 | Conduct salon financial transactions | 25 |
| SHBXCCS002 | Provide salon services to clients | 40 |
| SHBXIND001 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | 45 |
| SHBXWHS001 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | 40 |
Elective
| Module Code | Module Title | Nominal Hours |
| SHBBBOS001 | Apply cosmetic tanning products | 16 |
| SHBBBOS004 | Provide aromatherapy massages | 40 |
| SHBBBOS005 | Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments | 30 |
| SHBBCCS001 | Advise on beauty products and services | 30 |
| SHBBCCS002 | Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments | 35 |
| SHBBCCS004 | Provide aromatherapy massages | 40 |
| SHBBHRS002 | Provide female intimate waxing services | 20 |
| SHBBMUP001 | Apply eyelash extensions | 30 |
| SHBBMUP003 | Design and apply make-up for photography | 30 |
| SHBBMUP004 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up | 30 |
| SHBBSPA003 | Provide stone therapy massages | 25 |
| SHBBSPA004 | Provide Indian head massages for relaxation | 23 |
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed to show that you have achieved the skills and knowledge required by the course. Assessment may include written, oral or practical assessment methods. You will know in advance about the type of assessment and how it will operate. There is the opportunity for reassessment and appeal and you will be given this information.
What will I study?
You will be studying the Diploma of Beauty Therapy and gaining specialist skills in a range of beauty services and treatments.
This training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth Government funding. Are you eligible for Government Subsidised fees? Find out now!
You may be eligible for concession. Find out now!
The fees listed below relate to 2019 courses and are indicative pricing only as total costs vary depending on the units you elect to study.
Concessions for Diploma and Advanced Diploma course categories are only available to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islanders.
Payment plans are available. Click here to find out more.
Course availability is subject to enrolment numbers.
Your total course fee will typically include your tuition fee (table 1), any applicable consumables and/or material fees (table 2) and non-tuition fees such as student support fees (table 3).
Table 1
Enrolment type
Government Subsidised
Indicative total tuition fee#
Full Fee
Indicative total tuition fee#
Non-Apprentice
$9235.10
$1847.02
$14729.4
Table 2
Average course
material fees*
$1753.5
Average course
consumable fees*
$1169
# The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment.
* Materials/Consumables fees may vary for each individual based on the units they are studying.
Average tuition fees are based on the typical number of student contact hours undertaken by a student to complete this course. Average fees displayed are purely indicative and may not be your actual fee. Fees vary based on the number/hours of electives chosen by the student.
Click here to view maximum tuition fees. We strongly urge you to contact us for a more exact calculation of your fees. Additional fees may apply such as the Student Support Fee.
2019 Student Services Fee (Table 3)
|
Type of cohort: |
|
Eligible full fee paying student (more than 125 SC hours) |
Non eligible/FFS full fee paying student (more than 125 SC hours) |
Special cohort classes:
- Concession card holders
- Apprentices
- Trainees
- Work based students (100% off campus delivery)
- Full online delivery (100% off campus delivery)
|
Any students studying less than 125 hours in the full year |
| Domestic student services fees for 2019: |
$0.40 per student contact hour. $60 min total to $200 max total |
$0.40 per student contact hour. $60 min total to $200 max total |
$60 fixed fee |
None |
Exemptions
The following fee categories are exempt from the SSF -
ASH: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Concession
ASZ: Asylum Seeker Or Victim Of Human Trafficking Non-concession
X: Community-based Orders/Judy Lazarus Transition Centre
OZ: International Student
M: Prisoner
YTC: Young People Transitioning From Care – Concession
YTN: Young People Transitioning From Care - No Concession
Short courses
student contact hours
|
Total hours^
|
Indicative hours*
|
Government Subsidised $/SCH
|
Indigenous Concession $/SCH
|
Full fee $/SCH
|
|
1169
|
1169
|
$7.90
|
$1.58
|
$12.60
|
^This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the total duration of the course. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student.
*This is based on the maximum number of student contact hours for the calendar year of 2019. Hours may vary depending on electives chosen by the student. If you have to undertake training as part of Skills Recognition, your tuition fees are charged according to the applicable rate per Student Contact Hour depending on your eligibility for government subsidised, concession or full fees.
For more information about our fees structure, click here.
What costs and other fees should I expect?
Contact the Contact Centre on 13 TAFE (13 8233) or enquiries@kangan.edu.au for a fee schedule. There may be extra costs for reference books, protective clothing or specialised materials.
Can I apply?
There are no set prerequisites for this course.
What employment opportunities will I have?
The Diploma of Beauty Therapy may lead to employment as a:
- Salon beauty therapist
- Salon manager/owner
- Beauty therapist on a cruise ship
- Freelance therapist
- Cosmetic or beauty equipment sales representative.
What skills will I have when I complete this course?
With expert guidance from our experienced and talented trainers, within this 12 month full-time course, you will develop advanced skills in areas such as:
- Advanced facial treatments
- Massage and body treatments (including aromatherapy, hot stone therapy and Indian head massage)
- Waxing
- Manicure and pedicure treatments
- Advice on and selling of retail skin care and cosmetic products
What qualifications will I receive?
On successful completion of the course you will be awarded the Diploma of Beauty Therapy. As part of the Australian Qualifications Framework this program is nationally recognised.
What opportunities for further studies will I have?
When you graduate from the Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SHB50115), you'll be eligible for guaranteed entry into the Bachelor of Dermal Sciences at Victoria University and 84 credits (which is equivalent to approximately six months study).
How do I apply?
To apply for this course, complete an online application form by clicking the yellow 'Apply Here' button above. For further information call 13 TAFE (13 8233) or contact us via our online enquiry form.
How will I be selected for this course?
All applicants for this course complete an assessment to evaluate their Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) skills. This helps to ensure that you enrol in a course that is the right level of study for you.