This qualification is for someone who is highly motivated, can work independently, and deliver a range of high quality treatments in diverse settings. The role of a beauty therapists is to provide a broad range of beauty therapy treatments and services including facial treatments, body massage and treatments, hair removal, lash and brow treatments, nail and make-up services. This includes consultation with clients to provide beauty advice, recommend beauty treatments and services, and sell retail skin-care and cosmetic products.
Their work involves the self-directed application of knowledge and skills with substantial depth in some areas where judgement and initiative is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques. A beauty therapist must be able to create and build a client base, encourage repeat custom through consistent re-booking of clients and provide knowledgeable advice in regards to products and services.
Work is typically conducted in beauty salons and spas.
Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment prior to enrolment, unless the student has completed an equal or high level course.
There are no other entry requirements for this course as listed by the training package.
A previous qualification in either Certificate III in Beauty Services or Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy will reduce the workload to upgrade to the Diploma of Beauty Therapy qualification.
Prior to finalising your application we highly recommend that you view this video. It provides extra information regarding the course.
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Please be aware; there are some additional resources that you will need purchase to complete this course.
You will also need regular and reliable access to the internet.
VET Student Loans may be available for eligible students in approved Diploma level qualifications. The loan can be used towards Tuition Fees only and does not cover additional expenses such as textbooks, uniforms, equipment, travel, tools, and accommodation or general living expenses. Loan limits or caps may apply for some eligible courses and where a loan limit is reached for a course, students may be required to pay upfront for any remaining units.
For more information or to check your eligibility for a VET Student Loan, please visit our VET Student Loans webpage or contact us .
Course Type | Qualification |
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Student Availability |
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Fees | For detailed information on Course Fees, visit www.cqu.edu.au/fees |
Application Mode |
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How to Apply | Please Enquire |
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Skill Area |
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AQF Level | Level 5: Diploma |
Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
Not Applicable |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
After completion of this course individuals can be employed as Beauty Therapists to provide treatments such as facial treatments, body massage, hair removal, lash and brow treatments, nail and make-up services. This includes consultation with clients to provide beauty advice, recommend beauty treatments and services, and sell retail skin-care and cosmetic products.
A beauty therapist must be able to create and build a client base, encourage repeat custom through consistent re-booking of clients and provide knowledgeable advice in regards to products and services.
Study Mode Definitions
*All study modes may include Vocational placement and/or work integrated learning.
Select a course structure below to view the delivery details, including the different study modes offered for each structure.
This program is typically delivered over an 18 month period. As it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete some units sooner if they have reached the required skill level.
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SHBBBOS002 | Provide body massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS003 | Provide body treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXCCS002 | Provide salon services to clients | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS002 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXWHS001 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXIND001 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXCCS001 | Conduct salon financial transactions | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBRES001 | Research and apply beauty industry information | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS001 | Provide lash and brow services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBHRS001 | Provide waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS003 | Provide specialised facial treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBNLS001 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP002 | Design and apply make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Elective |
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SHBBBOS005 | Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSPA004 | Provide Indian head massages for relaxation | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS004 | Provide aromatherapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBCCS002 | Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS001 | Apply cosmetic tanning products | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP001 | Apply eyelash extensions | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBCCS001 | Advise on beauty products and services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBINF001 | Maintain infection control standards | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSPA003 | Provide stone therapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSKS005 | Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBHRS002 | Provide female intimate waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP003 | Design and apply make-up for photography | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP004 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details |
This program is typically delivered over an 18 month period. As it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete some units sooner if they have reached the required skill level.
Core | ||||
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SHBXCCS002 | Provide salon services to clients | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS003 | Provide body treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS002 | Provide body massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXIND001 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXCCS001 | Conduct salon financial transactions | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBRES001 | Research and apply beauty industry information | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXWHS001 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS002 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS003 | Provide specialised facial treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS001 | Provide lash and brow services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBHRS001 | Provide waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP002 | Design and apply make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBNLS001 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Elective | ||||
SHBBCCS002 | Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSPA004 | Provide Indian head massages for relaxation | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS004 | Provide aromatherapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS001 | Apply cosmetic tanning products | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS005 | Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBINF001 | Maintain infection control standards | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBCCS001 | Advise on beauty products and services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSPA003 | Provide stone therapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBHRS002 | Provide female intimate waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSKS005 | Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP004 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP003 | Design and apply make-up for photography | More Information | Training.gov Details |
This program is typically delivered over an 18 month period. As it is competency based, it may be possible for learners to complete some units sooner if they have reached the required skill level.
Core | ||||
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SHBBBOS002 | Provide body massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS003 | Provide body treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXCCS002 | Provide salon services to clients | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBRES001 | Research and apply beauty industry information | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXIND001 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXWHS001 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBXCCS001 | Conduct salon financial transactions | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS002 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS001 | Provide lash and brow services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBFAS003 | Provide specialised facial treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBHRS001 | Provide waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBNLS001 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP002 | Design and apply make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Elective | ||||
SHBBCCS002 | Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS004 | Provide aromatherapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSPA004 | Provide Indian head massages for relaxation | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS005 | Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBBOS001 | Apply cosmetic tanning products | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBCCS001 | Advise on beauty products and services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBINF001 | Maintain infection control standards | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSPA003 | Provide stone therapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBSKS005 | Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBHRS002 | Provide female intimate waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP003 | Design and apply make-up for photography | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
SHBBMUP004 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details |
Assessment Types |
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Written/Electronic Assessment |
Practical Task |
Third Party Verification |
RPL |
Attendance Requirements - For all students
Mackay
Attend on campus 9am - 4pm Thursday and Friday. This course requires weekly attendance on both days.
Rockhampton
Attend on campus 9am - 4pm. On the first week attendance is Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. On the second week attendance is Monday and Tuesday. This course runs two weeks each month.
Gladstone
Attend on campus 9am - 4pm. On the first week attendance is Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. On the second week attendance is Monday and Tuesday. This course runs two weeks each month.
Additional Resources Required
Make-up Kit Required
A professional make-up kit from
Kryolan Australia is required to be purchased by each student to be used in make up classes and to enable extra practice at home. This kit is approximately $384 + shipping. Students may prefer to source a similar kit
from another supplier if they wish, however a student kit from Kryolan
Australia will ensure each student is using makeup with the highest degree of product safety, reliability and hypo-allergenic properties.
It is highly recommended that you purchase this kit prior to your first make up class. Contact your teacher regarding when this will be.
For sales enquiries, please email
sales@kryolan.com.au or call 03 9580 8122
For Internet Order enquiries, please email
internetorders@kryolan.com.au or call 03 9580 8122
Students may purchase online by following this
link: https://www.kryolan.com.au/cquniversity
Students can have their kit sent to their home
address if they select and pay for shipping.
Textbook Requirements
The following textbooks are recommended for this
course:
Available on CQUni library website as an eBook, or you can purchase a hard copy via the CQUni bookshop or Cengage Learning - www.cengage.com.au
Uniform Requirements
To meet all Workplace Health and Safety requirements for the simulated training salon on campus, you are required to wear a black beauty tunic, with black pants and closed in shoes. A beauty tunic can be found at various uniform shops, beauty wholesalers and even online.
VET Student Loan Information
VET Student Loans may be available for eligible
students in approved Diploma level qualifications. The loan can be used towards
Tuition Fees only and does not cover additional expenses such as textbooks,
uniforms, equipment, travel, tools, and accommodation or general living
expenses. Loan limits or caps may apply
for some eligible courses and where a loan limit is reached for a course,
students may be required to pay upfront for any remaining units.
For more information or to check your eligibility
for a VET Student Loan, please visit our VET Student Loans webpage
or contact us.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS:
What is the BKSB?
The Basic Knowledge and Skills Builder is an online
pre-enrolment assessment to match the qualification level in which you will
achieve the best chance of success. Diploma students must receive a level
four in both literacy and numeracy to be eligible to access Vet Student
Loan.
Can I resit the BKSB?
You can resit the BKSB two weeks after your first
sitting. Meanwhile there is an online workbook to work through before you are
able to resit.
Will I get help with literacy and numeracy skills?
Contact our Student Success Team on 13 27 86 who
will refer you to the literacy and numeracy support team.
When can I have a look at my unit on Moodle?
You can access the units on Moodle approximately two weeks prior to the commencement date of each unit.
How do I log into Moodle?
User name: 1023456 (your student number)
Password: Default password is found in your welcome
email.
What do I wear to class?
Whilst on-campus, students are required to adhere
to the following uniform requirements:
Black tunic available at the beauty wholesalers, uniform shops or online.
Black full-length or 3/4 length work pants (not leggings
or jeans).
Black enclosed shoes. Choose black joggers or black
support shoes. Do not wear ballet flats or heels.
Tidy hair with long hair secured in a plait, braid or bun.
Clean, tidy nails and appropriate makeup.
Minimal jewellery, no
midriffs.
A CQUni apron will be available to wear in the simulated salon during each
practical activity.
Due to Workplace Health and Safety guidelines, you will not be able to
participate in practical activities if your uniform is not satisfactory.
What are the times I have to be in class?
8.45am to 3.30/4pm.
If you are unable to attend, have to leave early or
arrive late, please phone or email your teacher ahead of time, as quite often a
student clinic will be operating and you will have clients booked for the
day.
Do I have to attend for each timetabled day on
campus?
Yes. Your teacher’s role is to prepare you for
working in a beauty salon, hairdressing salon, spa or to run your own beauty
business. Therefore you will need to attend for the full day on each
campus so that you can observe, practice and be assessed in the many practical
skills of your beauty course.
Can I catch up on missed days?
Each day on campus is valuable time to learn new
techniques, practice and participate in the simulated salon environment.
Therefore it is very important to attend each day on your timetable.
Teachers will endeavour to schedule catch up classes but this is done on a case
by case basis and not guaranteed to be available.
Do I have to find my own clients?
Your training salon has a client base however
students may need to source their own clients from time to time. It is a good
idea to network with your family and friends who can become your clients in our
busy training salons.
It is each student’s responsibility to ensure that
a model is obtained and booked into the appointment book for all Practical
Assessments. Students must be prepared to provide treatments to clients.
What kind of assessments will I have to do?
Each unit will has several practical assessments
and a written assessment. A timetable is provided that identifies when each
assessment is due.
Anything else I need to know?
Student Counsellors are available to assist you
with both study and personal counselling services. To Self-refer and arrange a
free face-to-face or phone appointment, contact counselling@cqu.edu.au, or
phone 07 49 30 9456.
Student Counsellors can help with Time Management,
Study skills, Relationship and Family issues, Stress, Anxiety and depression,
Home, sickness, Grief and loss and more that may impact students whilst
studying. Please do not hesitate to call the Student Counsellors for a
confidential session