Job Guide

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 Year 12. As subjects can vary between institutions, you should contact your chosen institution for full details.

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

You can also become a beauty therapist through an apprenticeship in Beauty Therapy. Entry requirements may vary, but employers generally require Year 10. Ask your career adviser about the possibility of starting some of this training in school.

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.