Completion of an Australian Year 12 or equivalent.
IELTS (Academic module): Overall score of 5.5 (no band less than 5.0)
TOEFL Internet: Overall score of 55. Section scores no less than:Listening: 9, Speaking: 16, Reading: 10, Writing: 18
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Overall score of 42-49 (no section score less than 40)
University of Cambridge - Advanced (CAE): Overall score of 162. No individual band less than 154.
VU English - English for Academic Purposes (EAP) (Level 4): achieved.
Gain high-level skills and become a trusted beauty expert with a Diploma of Beauty Therapy at Victoria University Polytechnic.
This course will further advance your beauty therapy skills and prepare you for management positions in salons and spas. You will be ready to work in-house or as an independent freelance professional.
We’ll ensure you know the theory and science behind treatments and equip you with knowledge of the most up-to-date beauty techniques. The course includes a practical placement in a salon of your choice where you can gain confidence and face-to-face experience.
This course provides training in basic and advanced beauty therapy techniques and services including:
facial treatments
lash and brow treatments
manicures and pedicures
make-up
waxing
body massage and treatments
spa treatments
electrolysis treatments
advice on and selling of retail skin care and cosmetic products.
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Pathways to further study
Bachelor of Dermal Sciences
Bachelor of Health Science
Potential career options include:
salon beauty therapist
salon manager / owner
department store / pharmacy cosmetic consultant
spa therapist
health spa / resort manager
spa therapist on a cruise ship
beauty consultant for international cosmetic companies
freelance therapist / beauty consultant
cosmetic or beauty equipment sales representative
beauty editor/ journalist
beauty educator.
OSHC: 623AUD per year
