Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT)
12 months
Master advanced beauty therapy techniques including facials, massage, hair removal, and nail care in this nationally recognised diploma. Designed for aspiring beauty and spa therapists, you'll gain hands-on experience in commercial salons and develop the skills to work autonomously and deliver exceptional client care.
You must have an ACT Year 10 Certificate or equivalent literacy and numeracy skills. International students must meet International IELTS requirements. Australian Core Skills Framework literacy levels of at least 4 across reading, writing, learning, and oral communication are recommended. You must obtain a Unique Student Identifier (USI) before enrolment. Note: Unit SHBBHRS011 (Provide female intimate waxing services) requires learners to be 18 years of age due to the sensitive nature of the treatment and industry standards.
The diploma comprises 29 subjects: 20 core units and 8 electives, plus 1 mandatory infection control unit. Core subjects include body massage, facial treatments, lash and brow services, waxing, nail care, makeup application, salon financial transactions, client service, workplace compliance, health and safety, and industry research. Specialised treatments cover microdermabrasion, aromatherapy massage, stone therapy, reflexology, and Indian head massage. Elective options include cosmetic tanning, social media management, and retail sales. All units are delivered with practical application in CIT's commercial Hair and Beauty Bar Salon.
CIT (Canberra Institute of Technology) is a leading vocational education provider with industry-experienced educators and state-of-the-art facilities. Students gain practical real-life experience in the CIT Commercial Hair and Beauty Bar Salon, working under expert supervision. The course is nationally accredited (SHB50121) and regularly updated to meet current industry needs, ensuring graduates are job-ready and equipped with contemporary skills valued by employers in the beauty and wellness sector.
Graduates are prepared for diverse career opportunities including qualified beauty and wellness therapist, salon beauty therapist, salon or spa owner/manager, department store or pharmacy cosmetic consultant, 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 qualification opens pathways to entrepreneurship and specialised roles across the beauty, wellness, and hospitality industries.
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