Victoria University
1 year full time or longer for part time
Become a qualified beauty therapist with advanced skills in facial treatments, body massage, nail services, and spa treatments. This diploma prepares you for management roles in salons and spas, combining practical hands-on training with business management knowledge.
Applicants must complete a Pre-training Review (PTR) and literacy and numeracy assessment to determine suitability. While there are no formal minimum entry requirements, applicants are assessed on their education, work experience, current skills and personal attributes. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) is available for relevant work, study, or informal learning experience. Special entry programs are available for students from disadvantaged or underrepresented backgrounds, and VU Early Entry is available for Year 11 and 12 students.
The diploma comprises 29 units: 20 core units and 9 elective units. Core units cover body massage, beauty product advice, lash and brow services, facial treatments and skin care, specialised facial treatments, waxing services, make-up design and application, manicure and pedicure services, electric file equipment for nails, beauty industry research, skin structure and functions, and body structures and functions. Elective units include infection control, spa treatments (stone therapy, aromatherapy massage), relaxation massage, micro-dermabrasion, Indian head massage, aromatic plant oil blends, and cosmetic product chemistry. Additional units cover salon financial transactions, client services, health and wellbeing, nutritional options, hygiene and work practices, professional standards, and retail customer sales.
Victoria University is ranked in the top 3% of universities worldwide and #1 for skills development according to QILT. The course is delivered at the brand-new VU City Tower, a sustainably-built 32-level landmark in Melbourne's heart. Students gain real-world experience at Aura at VU, a student-run hair, beauty and massage salon on the 19th floor, providing hands-on training while serving the public. Expert trainers provide guidance, and the university offers comprehensive support services, scholarships, and pathways to further study.
As a qualified beauty therapist, you can pursue diverse career opportunities in the growing beauty, massage and make-up industry. Potential roles include salon beauty therapist, salon manager or owner, department store or pharmacy cosmetic consultant, spa therapist, health spa or resort manager, spa therapist on cruise ships, beauty consultant for international cosmetic companies, freelance therapist or beauty consultant, cosmetic or beauty equipment sales representative, beauty editor or journalist, and beauty educator. The diploma also provides a pathway to the Bachelor of Dermal Sciences with 96 credit points recognition, allowing you to further expand your career options in dermatology and advanced skincare.
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