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SHB50121 - Diploma of Beauty Therapy
Course Details
Course Summary
This qualification reflects the role of individuals employed as beauty therapists 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 skincare and cosmetic products.
These individuals work relatively autonomously and are accountable for personal outputs. Their work involves the self-directed application of knowledge and skills with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services and techniques.
Work is typically conducted in beauty salons and spas.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.
Entry Requirements
Completion of the bksb (Basic Key Skills Builder) online literacy and numeracy assessment must be completed prior to admission, unless the student has completed an equal or high level course.
The SHB Training Package: there are no training pre-requisites for admission into SHB50121, however, the SHB Training Package states two conditions are applicable for students considering the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy:
1. The SHB50121 qualification is not suitable for secondary students;
2. Persons seeking to enrol into SHBBHRS011 Provide Female Intimate Waxing Services must be 18 years of age or over.
Please note: SHBBHRS011 is an optional elective for apprentices only due to the high number of practical activities required. SHBBHRS011 is only available to persons who have successfully completed the pre-requisite unit SHBBHRS010 Provide Waxing Services.
Course Requirements:
Students and apprentices must bring their own laptop or internet enabled device to every class as all required resources for learning and assessment are only accessible online via the student's Moodle login. A mobile phone is not suitable for this purpose.
Students and apprentices will have access to the textbook, "Professional Beauty Therapy", 4th Edition, via their Moodle login. Students and apprentices may choose to purchase their own hard copy textbook direct from Cengage Publishing.
Additional information:
Under the SHB50121 qualification training package there are pre-requisites related to unit enrolments:
| Core / Elective | Unit | Pre-requisite |
| Core | SHBBNLS007 | SHBBNLS011 |
| Core | SHBBFAS005 | SHBBSSC002, SHBBSSC001 |
| Core | SHBBFAS006 | SHBBSSC001 |
| Elective | SHBBSKS009 | SHBBSSC002, SHBBSSC001, SHBBINF002 |
| Core | SHBBBOS008 | SHBXCCS006, SHBBSSC002, SHBBSSC001 |
| Elective | SHBBBOS009 | SHBXCCS006, SHBBSSC002, SHBBSSC001 |
| Elective | SHBBBOS010 | SHBXCCS006, SHBBSSC002, SHBBSSC001 |
| Elective | SHBBSPA007 | SHBBBOS008 |
| Elective | SHBBHRS011 | SHBBHRS010 |
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 .
Course Details
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| AQF Level | Level 5: Diploma |
Admission Codes
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Domestic Students Tertiary Admission Centre Codes (TAC) Codes |
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International Students CRICOS Codes |
Not Applicable |
Student Outcomes, Career Opportunities and Occupations
In the Diploma of Beauty Therapy SHB50121, as a diploma qualified beauty therapist, you could work in beauty salons, day spas, beauty salons, resorts, and clinical environments.
Course Structures
In order to complete this course, you must:
- Complete 20 core units
- Complete 9 elective units
Study Mode Definitions
- Online: Online courses provide the flexibility to study without normally requiring a student to visit a campus. Course content is studied through a number of means including the use of online discussion forums, electronic library resources, by contacting lecturers and teachers, and receiving study materials online/electronically. Work integrated learning, including placements, may be included in some courses.
- On-campus: Students studying in on-campus mode typically are expected to attend and participate in regular, structured on-campus teaching and learning activities throughout the University’s academic term. These activities may include lectures, tutorials, workshops and practice, online or other activities and normally will be timetabled at a CQUniversity campus or approved delivery site.
- Mixed Mode: Students studying in mixed mode will participate in a combination of online learning activities in addition to site-specific learning activities, which may include residential schools, co-op placements and/or work-integrated learning as a compulsory requirement of a unit. The additional site-specific learning activities are what differentiates a mixed-mode unit from an online unit.
*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.
Please select a course structure from the options below:
Standard Course (Mixed Mode)
Three (3) years.
- Mixed Mode
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Core Students are advised to refer to the Course Planner for the relevant year. The planner will provide an outline of the sequence of units and list the units under their relative cluster grouping. Link to Course Planners |
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| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBCCS005 | Advise on beauty products and services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSSC002 | Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXCCS005 | Maintain health and wellbeing in a personal services setting | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXCCS006 | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSSC001 | Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBFAS006 | Provide specialised facial treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXIND003 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXWHS003 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBNLS011 | Use electric file equipment for nail services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
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Elective Students are advised to refer to the Course Planner for the relevant year. The planner will provide an outline of the sequence of units and list the units under their relative cluster grouping. Link to Course Planners |
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| SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBMUP011 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBMUP010 | Design and apply make-up for photography | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSPA008 | Provide Indian head massages for relaxation | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSKS009 | Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBBOS010 | Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSPA007 | Provide stone therapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBBOS009 | Provide aromatherapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
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| 1 | SHBXIND003 - Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
| 1 | SHBXWHS003 - Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
| 1 | SHBBNLS011 - Use electric file equipment for nail services |
| 1 | SHBBINF002 - Maintain infection control standards |
The following units have no specific enrolment order and you should discuss the order of enrolment for these with your teacher.
| Unit Code | Unit Name |
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| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services |
| SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients |
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services |
| SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions |
| SHBBCCS005 | Advise on beauty products and services |
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer |
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up |
| SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information |
| SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services |
| SHBBSSC002 | Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy |
| SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
| SHBXCCS005 | Maintain health and wellbeing in a personal services setting |
| SHBXCCS006 | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context |
| SHBBSSC001 | Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy |
| SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages |
| SHBBFAS006 | Provide specialised facial treatments |
| SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations |
| SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products |
| SHBBMUP011 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up |
| SHBBMUP010 | Design and apply make-up for photography |
| SHBBSPA008 | Provide Indian head massages for relaxation |
| SHBBSKS009 | Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments |
| SHBBBOS010 | Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments |
| SHBBSPA007 | Provide stone therapy massages |
| SHBBBOS009 | Provide aromatherapy massages |
Apprenticeship Course (Apprentices Only)
The duration of the apprenticeship is three (3) years full-time
- Mixed Mode
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| SHBXWHS003 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBNLS011 | Use electric file equipment for nail services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXIND003 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBCCS005 | Advise on beauty products and services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXCCS006 | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBXCCS005 | Maintain health and wellbeing in a personal services setting | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSSC002 | Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBFAS006 | Provide specialised facial treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSSC001 | Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Elective | ||||
| SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSKS009 | Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBMUP010 | Design and apply make-up for photography | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBMUP011 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBBOS009 | Provide aromatherapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBBOS010 | Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSPA007 | Provide stone therapy massages | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| SHBBSPA008 | Provide Indian head massages for relaxation | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
| Elective - Optional | ||||
| SHBBHRS011 | Provide female intimate waxing services | More Information | Training.gov Details | |
Unit Sequence
Below is the recommended study sequence for this course. Please enrol in your units as per the following order.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
Units with the same sequence number should be enrolled into at the same time.
| Sequence | Unit |
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| 1 | SHBXWHS003 - Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
| 1 | SHBBNLS011 - Use electric file equipment for nail services |
| 1 | SHBBHRS010 - Provide waxing services |
| 1 | SHBXIND003 - Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
| 1 | SHBBINF002 - Maintain infection control standards |
| 2 | SHBBCCS005 - Advise on beauty products and services |
| 2 | SHBBFAS004 - Provide lash and brow services |
| 2 | SHBBNLS007 - Provide manicure and pedicare services |
| 2 | SHBBMUP009 - Design and apply make-up |
| 2 | SHBXCCS008 - Provide salon services to clients |
| 2 | SIRXSLS001 - Sell to the retail customer |
| 2 | SHBXCCS007 - Conduct salon financial transactions |
| 2 | SHBBBOS007 - Apply cosmetic tanning products |
| 2 | SHBBSKS009 - Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments |
| 2 | SHBBMUP010 - Design and apply make-up for photography |
| 2 | SHBBMUP011 - Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up |
| 2 | SHBBHRS011 - Provide female intimate waxing services |
| 3 | SHBBRES003 - Research and apply beauty industry information |
| 3 | SHBBFAS005 - Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations |
| 3 | SHBXCCS006 - Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context |
| 3 | SHBXCCS005 - Maintain health and wellbeing in a personal services setting |
| 3 | SHBBBOS008 - Provide body massages |
| 3 | SIRXOSM002 - Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
| 3 | SHBBSSC002 - Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy |
| 3 | SHBBFAS006 - Provide specialised facial treatments |
| 3 | SHBBSSC001 - Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy |
| 3 | SHBBBOS009 - Provide aromatherapy massages |
| 4 | SHBBBOS010 - Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments |
| 4 | SHBBSPA007 - Provide stone therapy massages |
| 4 | SHBBSPA008 - Provide Indian head massages for relaxation |
Course Assessment Information
RPL - Students who have previous informal and formal learning need to advise their trainer/assessor prior to enrolment. If the student wishes to apply for an RPL they need to apply to the RPL Centre.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
Credit transfer - If credit for relevant formal qualifications is sought, then the process will be actioned after the student has enrolled in at least one unit of competency as directed by the relevant trainer/assessor. The Trainer/Assessor will work with the student on their credit transfer application, and provide advice and support as necessary.
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| Third Party Verification |
| Written/Electronic Assessment |
| Practical Task |
| RPL |
Course Learning Outcomes
Where and when can I start?
Please view the more details information for any additional information related to this course.
Domestic 2023 Availabilities
Standard Course (Mixed Mode)
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Apprenticeship Course (Apprentices Only)
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
Domestic 2024 Availabilities
Standard Course (Mixed Mode)
Mixed Mode
Mixed Mode includes a combination of online learning activities and compulsory site-specific attendance at residential schools and/or workshops.
July: Full Time/Part Time
Apprenticeship Course (Apprentices Only)
There are currently no intakes scheduled for this course structure.
For individual class days and times for each intake please check the TAFE Timetable located here
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On Campus Learning and Simulations
To excel in the Diploma of Beauty Therapy, students will engage in hands-on learning in modern fully equipped simulated beauty salons at each of these campuses:
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Mackay City Campus: MKC004, Level 1 Beauty Salon
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Rockhampton City Campus: Building B, Level 2, Room 2.02 Beauty Salon
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Gladstone Marina Campus: Building 02, Ground Floor, Hairdressing and Beauty Salon.
Attendance is required every Monday and Tuesday, from 9am to 4pm. This pattern of attendance ensures active participation in the CQUniversity Training Salon, where students will have clients scheduled for beauty services. Should circumstances prevent attendance, timely communication with the teacher is essential.
Please be aware that campus activities do not occur during school holidays or public holidays.
Mandatory Attendance
Attendance at the twice weekly on-campus classes is mandatory.
Students are expected to attend class for the full two days, a minimum of 12 hours per week.
Without regular attendance students will not successfully progress through this course.
As you will be working in the CQUniversity Training Salon, which may have clients booked for services, attendance is of high importance to both the client and for your own course progression. If you are unable to attend, must leave early or arrive late, it is essential that you contact your teacher ahead of time so alternative arrangements can be made.
Make-up Kit and Uniform Requirements
Make-up kits are available for purchase, by students, through Kryolan Australia and are a mandatory requirement for the Makeup and Nails Cluster. Please consult your timetable to ensure you have your kits prior to commencing the Makeup and Nails Cluster.
| CQU University Student Kit |
| (Budget Kit) |
| SKU:CQ-Budget Kit |
Contact Details for Kryolan Australia:
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For sales enquiries, please email sales@kryolan.com.au
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For Internet Order enquiries, please email internetorders@kryolan.com.au
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Students may purchase online by following this link: https://www.kryolan.com.au/cquniversity
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Or call 03 9580 8122
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Deliveries should be to your home address and not to the campus address
Beauty Industry Presentation
Whilst on-campus, students are required to wear the prescribed uniform as listed below to dress professionally, according to Beauty Industry expectations.
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Tidy hair with long hair secured in a plait, braid or bun.
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Clean, tidy nails and appropriate makeup.
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Minimal jewellery, no midriffs.
Uniform Requirements
Due to Workplace Health and Safety guidelines, you will not be able to participate in practical activities if your uniform is not according to the following uniform requirements:
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Black full length or 3/4 length work pants (not leggings or jeans).
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Black enclosed shoes. Choose black joggers or black support shoes. Do not wear ballet flats or heels.
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One of the following: Black tunic available at the beauty wholesalers, uniform shops or online. Or the black 'Beauty Services' polo shirt that can be ordered from the CQU Bookshop.
A CQUni apron will be provided to wear in the simulated salon during each practical activity.
Textbooks
The e-Textbook is provided to students at no extra cost.
The textbook is available to students on the Moodle Platform as an eBook, as part of the course materials. There is no requirement for student to purchase a hard copy.
Professional Beauty Therapy: 2022, Australia and New Zealand 4th Edition, Cengage Learning Australia, Nordmann, L, and Day, A.
Accessing Moodle
Students can access the on the online Moodle platform approximately two weeks prior to the commencement date of each unit.
How do I log into Moodle?
Student log into Moodle through MyCQU.
Username: 1023456 (Your student number)
Password: Default password is found in your welcome email.
Providing Services to Clients
As part of the course learning and assessment requirements, students must attend class, be willing and prepared to provide treatments to clients under the supervision of the teacher,
Your training salon has a client base however students may need to source their own clients form time to time. It is a good idea to network with your family and friends who can become clients in our busy training salons.