Beauty Therapist (SA)

Education and Training:

To become a beauty therapist you usually have to complete a certificate or diploma in beauty therapy.

Entry to the certificate and diploma courses usually requires at least Year 10 with satisfactory completion of a written questionnaire and performance in an interview. As subjects can vary between institutions, you should contact your chosen institution for full details.

Many institutions in SA, including TAFE, offer certificates or diplomas in beauty therapy. Contact your preferred institution for further details.

Costs, duration and entry requirements may vary between courses.

Additional Information:

Before selecting a course, check with a number of potential employers to make sure that the course is what they require. Employers are less likely to consider people who have completed a short course or who have qualifications not recognised by the industry. Beauty therapists with nationally accredited qualifications may work throughout Australia.

Working as a sales assistant in a pharmacy or retail store can provide relevant experience and familiarity with products for those wishing to train as beauticians or beauty therapists.

Related Courses:

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Employment Opportunities:

Beauty therapists work mainly in private salons and hairdressing establishments and many are self-employed. Some beauty therapists are employed by cosmetic companies to work in large department stores, which have sections specialising in skin care and cosmetics.

Growth in the beauty industry has led to steady demand for well-trained beauty therapists.