Victoria University
0.5 years full time
Certificate III in Beauty Services prepares you for a career as a beautician with practical training in makeup, waxing, nails, lash services, and client consultation. Perfect for those seeking hands-on experience in a growing beauty industry with job-ready skills and real salon experience.
Applicants must complete a Pre-training Review (PTR) and literacy and numeracy assessment to determine suitability. There are no formal educational prerequisites, though your application will be assessed based on education, work experience, current skills, and personal attributes. If you don't meet entry criteria, pathway courses are available. Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) may allow you to complete the course more quickly if you have relevant work or study experience.
The course covers 18 units of competency including 14 core units and 4 elective units. Core subjects include: Apply cosmetic tanning products, Advise on beauty products and services, Provide lash and brow services, Provide waxing services, Design and apply makeup, Provide manicure and pedicure services, Use electric file equipment for nail services, Research and apply beauty industry information, Conduct salon financial transactions, Provide salon services to clients, Comply with organisational requirements, Apply safe hygiene and work practices, Maintain ethical and professional standards on social media, and Sell to retail customers. Elective units include infection control, eyelash extensions, makeup for photography, and client preparation services.
Victoria University offers award-winning beauty education with strong industry connections and superb facilities. Students train at Aura at VU, a student-run hairdressing and beauty salon providing real-world experience. VU is ranked in the top 3% of universities worldwide and #1 for skills development (QILT). The university provides comprehensive study support, disability services, and counselling to help students succeed.
Upon completion, you'll be qualified to work as a beautician in beauty, waxing, brow, and nail salons. Career opportunities include roles as makeup artists, cosmetic consultants in department stores or pharmacies, nail technicians, waxing technicians, spray tanning specialists, manicure and pedicure specialists, freelance beauty consultants, and cosmetic or beauty equipment sales representatives. You can progress to the Diploma of Beauty Therapy or Bachelor of Dermal Sciences for advanced qualifications.
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