Program Overview

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SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Course Outline

The SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy is a nationally accredited course that provides students with the skills and knowledge required to work in the beauty industry. The course covers a range of topics, including facial treatment and skin care, massage and body treatments, waxing and hair removal, nail services, spa treatments, beauty makeup, and eyelash and brow services.

Entry Requirements

• Completed Year 9 or equivalent
• Be aged 15+ (students under 18 must have parental consent)
• Basic computer skills
• A passion for beauty

International students must:

• Be aged 18+
• Have a minimum English proficiency of IELTS 5.0 or equivalent
• Basic computer skills
• A passion for beauty

Upcoming Intakes

The course is available in Sydney, with upcoming intakes on:

• July 14th, 2026
• October 6th, 2026

Duration

The course is full-time, lasting 12 months, with 2 days a week attendance on Mondays and Tuesdays from 10am 5pm.

Location

The course is located in Sydney at 20 Oxford Square, Darlinghurst 2010.

Tuition

The full tuition fee for domestic students is $19,050, with options for VSL funding, upfront payment discounts, and discounts for enrolling in multiple courses. The full tuition fee for international students is $23,800, with an admin and material fee of $3,500 and a deposit of $1,500.

Career Paths

Graduates of the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy can pursue a range of career paths, including:

• Esthetician
• Nail Technician
• Salon/Spa Owner
• Beauty Therapist
• Massage Therapist
• Makeup Artist

Units

The course consists of 29 units of competency, including core units and elective units. Core units include:

• SHBBBOS008 Provide body massages
• SHBBCCS005 Advise on beauty products and services
• SHBBFAS004 Provide lash and brow services
• SHBBFAS005 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations
• SHBBFAS006 Provide specialised facial treatments
• SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
• SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
• SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms
• SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer
• SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services
• SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up
• SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services
• SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services
• SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information
• SHBBSSC001 Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy
• SHBBSSC002 Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy
• SHBXCCS005 Maintain health and wellbeing in a personal services setting
• SHBXCCS006 Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context
• SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions
• SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients

Elective units include:

• SHBBINF002 Maintain infection control standards
• SHBBMUP010 Design and apply make-up for photography
• SHBBMUP004 Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up
• SHBBMUP015 Apply Volume Eyelash Extensions
• SHBBSPA005 Work in a spa therapies framework
• SHBBSPA006 Provide spa therapies
• SHBBSPA007 Provide stone therapy massages
• SHBBBOS009 Provide aromatherapy massages
• SHBBCCS007 Interpret the Chemical Composition & Physical Effects of Cosmetic Products

Why Study with TMT?

TMT Education offers a range of benefits, including:

• Exclusive partnerships with industry leaders
• Flexible learning options
• Dual qualification opportunities
• Graduate networking
• Small class sizes

FAQ

• Do I need any prior experience in Beauty Therapy? No prior experience is necessary.
• What are the study requirements? The course requires 30-35 hours of study per week, including attending live/recoded classroom sessions, supervised practicals, and structured learning activities.
• How will I be assessed? Assessments include practical projects, quizzes, and assignments that demonstrate makeup skills and knowledge.
• What are your fees and payment options? The course fee is inclusive of supplies, materials, and equipment required within the classroom, with options for VSL funding, upfront payment discounts, and discounts for enrolling in multiple courses.