The Certificate II in Salon Assistant is designed to provide fundamental skills and knowledge required to perform basic client services in a hairdressing salon. The qualification serves as a preparatory step for individuals who aspire to work in the hairdressing industry. As a salon assistant, the individual will work under the close supervision and guidance of experienced hairdressers. It is important to note that this certification does not lead to the outcome of becoming a hairdresser but rather sets the foundation for further training in this field.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include:

The Certificate III in Beauty Services demonstrates competency in providing various beauty-related services, such as basic make-up application, lash and brow design, waxing, and nail care. Those who complete this qualification possess strong customer service skills and a comprehensive understanding of their chosen beauty products and services. They typically work in salon settings. This certification serves as a stepping stone towards a career as a beauty professional in various industries, such as salons and spas.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include

Once you are qualified, possible roles include

The Certificate III in Make-Up qualification is designed for makeup artists who create and apply makeup for various occasions in the beauty, fashion, entertainment, and media industries. As a makeup artist, you will require excellent technical and consultation skills along with good judgement and discretion. You will be responsible for your own outputs and must be able to work collaboratively with other professionals such as fashion stylists, photographers, and media production staff. You may work as a freelancer or as part of a team in make-up studios, retail cosmetic counters, photography studios, or on media or fashion sets.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include:

Individuals working as nail technicians who provide pedicure and manicure services are required to hold a Certificate III in Nail Technology. This qualification equips the nail technician with a diverse set of skills, including the application of gel and acrylic nail enhancements. In addition, a nail technician must be capable of exercising judgement and discretion when consulting with clients and applying nail care services and products. As a nail technician, you may be employed by or own a nail care company, or work as a self-employed technician in a nail salon and manage your own stations.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include:

Completing a Certificate III in Hairdressing enables you to enter the hairdressing industry as a qualified and competent team member. This course provides you with essential skills and knowledge in customer communication, client consultation, and marketing of products and services. The training focuses on developing a wide range of technical hairdressing services, requiring good judgment and discretion. Hairdressers are responsible for their productivity, and this qualification is suitable for Australian Apprenticeships but not for VETiS delivery.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include

The Certificate III in Barbering is designed for individuals who aspire to become barbers and provide a wide range of barbering services to clients. These professionals use their technical, consultation, and sales skills to deliver excellent services and take ownership of their work outcomes. The qualification offers opportunities to work in various industry settings, particularly barber shops and salons.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include

The Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy is designed for individuals who aspire to become beauty therapists and provide a wide range of beauty treatments and services. This certification equips you with the skills and knowledge required to perform treatments such as makeup, nails, waxing, brow and lash treatments, and massage. As a beauty therapist, you must have excellent communication skills to understand your clients’ preferences and recommend appropriate services and products. You must also have a good understanding of technical skills to adapt your services according to your clients’ needs. The qualification requires you to be self-motivated, and you must be able to guide and supervise other personnel working in beauty spas and salons. Retailing cosmetics and skin care products is also an integral part of the role.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include

Once you are qualified, possible roles include

The Certificate IV in Hairdressing acknowledges the advanced knowledge and technical skills of a senior hairdresser who works in a coordinating role as part of a team. Individuals who pursue this qualification may work as technical advisers in hairdressing product companies or as independent freelance session stylists. They are responsible for providing training, support, and technical leadership to a team of hairdressers, while also performing hairdressing services such as cutting, design, colouring, correction, chemical treatments, extensions, and trichology. Additionally, they may have expertise in makeup application.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include

Once you are qualified, possible roles include

This diploma course certifies the advanced skills and experience of a beauty therapist, who provides an extensive range of beauty services and therapies, including facials, hair removal, lash and brow treatments, makeup, nail care, and body massage. As a beauty therapist, you possess excellent communication skills, and you are skilled at assessing clients’ needs, recommending suitable treatments and products, and retailing cosmetics and skincare products. You are responsible for your own work output and must be self-directed in the application of your skills and knowledge. In the workplace, which is typically a spa or salon, you use your judgment to select the appropriate techniques, equipment, and services to ensure client satisfaction.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include

Once you are qualified, possible roles include

The Diploma of Salon Management qualification indicates that an individual has the expertise and capabilities to manage the day-to-day business operations and service delivery within a personal services setting, such as a beauty salon, hairdressing salon or beauty spa. The focus of this role is to establish and maintain a positive business culture, build the customer base, lead and develop a team, implement marketing strategies, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations. This qualification is suited to owner-managers who work independently and oversee the operations of their business, provide guidance and supervision to their team, and continually develop their human resource management skills.

You will need to provide a range of evidence to assist your assessor to make a decision about your competence. The types of evidence you may be asked to provide can include: