SHB50121
Diploma Of Beauty Therapy
Adelaide Campus, Brisbane Campus, Gold Coast Campus, Online, Rural & Remote
THE FUTURE OF BEAUTY
the brand new cutting-edge SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy & SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management
Why Study The Future of Beauty
CUTTING-EDGECURRICULUM
Our new next-gen skin focused curriculum ensures you remain ahead of new developments and trends in the beauty industry.
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CHOOSE YOURSPECIALITY
Take your career to new heights. Choose from our range of industry sponsored specialisations in skin, laser, salon classics and more.
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GRADUATE AHEADOF THE REST
Arm yourself with the vital management skills to run your own business, manage a beauty salon, luxury spa or clinic.
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LEARN WITHTHE BEST
We've partnered with industry leading brands and device technology relevant to the beauty jobs of today and tomorrow.
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Classes are FILLING FAST!
Limited replaces remain for our new Future of Beauty course: next generation training for the skin therapy and beauty business management jobs of tomorrow. Don’t miss out!
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DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY (SHB50121)
Take your first steps into the world of beauty therapy...
At The French Beauty Academy, we are dedicated to providing you with the best educational experience to kickstart your dream career in the beauty industry. Our SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy teaches you the fundamentals of traditional beauty therapy, providing you with an introductory qualification to work as a beauty therapist. Upon graduation, our students are specialists in core beauty treatments including body treatments, waxing services, tinting, facials, manicure/pedicure, spa therapies and more.
Learn in our luxurious salon-inspired facilities with some of the industry’s most well-regarded and experienced educators supporting your journey. Our state-of-the-art campuses are equipped with the very latest industry technologies, tools and world-leading brands including MAC Cosmetics, Dermalogica and Aspect. The Diploma Of Beauty Therapy is your first step into a meaningful career and a world of possibilities.
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WHY STUDY AT THE FRENCH
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Our students have access to nothing but the best, including salon-inspired facilities, leading cosmeceutical products and brands (like MAC Cosmetics and Dermalogica), and the industry’s newest technologies.
Extensive Student Support
Our Educators bring a wealth of global industry experience to the classroom – but, more than that, they bring their care and compassion. You’ll have access to pass classes, academic support and career preparation to ensure you are supported every step of the way.
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Producing Beauty Entrepreneurs For Over 30 Years
We are Australia’s most experienced education provider and continue to be at the forefront of developing new training curricula for the industry. A French qualification is the industry’s most prestigious stamp of approval.
Our Brand Partners
We partner with the leading brands so you learn with the best in the industry
What You Will Learn
BEAUTY THERAPY SERVICES
- Provide Body Massages
- Provide Aromatherapy Massages
- Lash and Brow Services
- Waxing Services
- Reflexology Techniques
- Specialised Facial Treatments
- Manicure and Pedicures Services
- Real World In-Salon and Industry Experience
MAKEUP FUNDAMENTALS
- Design & Apply Makeup
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND INDUSTRY
- Setting your freelance business up for success
- Business and strategic planning
- Knowledge of marketing materials and social media promotion
- Understanding organisational requirements within a personal services environment
Career Outcomes
- Beauty Therapist
- Spa Therapist
- Massage Therapist
- Health Retreat Therapist
- Lash & brow Technician
- Retail counter work with leading beauty brands
- Spray Tanning Business
- Freelance specialist in massage, makeup artistry, waxing and much more
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Study Mode And Delivery
On Campus
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Course Fees & Overview
Your Investment In Your Future Starts Here
| Course Fee | VET STUDENT LOAN APPROVED | NATIONALLY ACCREDITED | KIT & UNIFORM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | Yes | Included |
The course fees includes the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy. For students eligible for VET Student Loans, there is still a co-payment (out of pocket expense) required to study. Please Note: VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. A VET student loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt to the Commonwealth until it is repaid.
THE MOST CUTTING EDGE BEAUTY PROGRAM IN AUSTRALIA
OUR NEW DUAL BEAUTY THERAPY DIPLOMA | THE FUTURE OF BEAUTY
Admissions Criteria
The French Beauty Academy is committed to providing and promoting non-discriminatory and inclusive enrolment practices. All students enrolling in to the Certificate III – regardless of funding or payment option – are required to:
- Provide a Driver’s License or other form of government issued identification; and
- Pay a deposit to secure a place in the course;
If the applicant is under the age of 18 they must complete the Parental Terms and Conditions Agreement here
How to become a FRENCHIE!
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Gold Coast Campus, Adelaide Campus, Brisbane Campus, Online
"The best beauty academy in Australia, if not the world."
The Future of Beauty
The French has partnered with the leaders of the beauty therapy and dermal industries to develop a highly practical course, focused on leading skin technologies and treatments relevant to the beauty jobs of today and tomorrow. The course ensures students have the highest standard of currency and industry readiness and flexibility to tailor their studies to meet their specific career goals.
This dual qualification combines the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to be an exceptional beauty therapist with the all important business of beauty understandings, essential to secure management positions with leading spas or establish your own thriving beauty business!
With additional curriculum focus on specific areas students are able to specialise in skin therapy, laser hair reduction, bridal beauty or salon classics, allowing them to fast track their beauty career and increase their suitability to the current beauty job landscape, preparing them for a wide array of beauty jobs.
What sets this beauty therapy course apart?
At The French we’re committed to always looking forward, not just to what’s now, but what’s next within the beauty industry and making the career dreams of our graduates a reality. Whether you are passionate about opening your own business, managing a salon or spa or wish to advance in the rapidly evolving skin and laser therapies landscape, this course in beauty and salon management will take your career to new heights and help you access to your dream job.
skin, laser, bridal beauty or salon classics
Choose your beauty therapy speciality
Tailor your studies to meet your specific career goals with our specialiastions supported by the industry
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why you will love this course
Designed for the future of beauty, to meet the employment landscape and ensure the highest level of graduate currency, our dual beauty therapy diploma is unparalleled.
Skin-Focused Curriculum
The Future of Beauty – next generation training!
We’ve developed this world-first curriculum with Industry to include the most cutting-edge training in the latest skin therapies and treatments. Not satisfied with the basics of beauty therapy, we want to ensure you are trained for the beauty jobs of today and tomorrow.
Learn Business Skills to Run Your Own Salon
The SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management is the ideal way to build the business knowledge needed to be a successful beauty business owner or manager. You will be immersed in the fundamentals of business, people management, leadership and marketing and promotion. Graduates become highly qualified for senior positions within industry.
You Choose Your Beauty Therapy Speciality
To ensure you have the highest standard of currency and industry readiness for your chosen career in beauty therapy, we have innovated our dual diploma curriculum to tailor to your specific career goals!
Students of our Future of Beauty program have the option to elect to specialise in one of FOUR areas, each supported by industry. Upon completion of the dual diploma units, students will be eligible to select and undertake their speciality area in Skin Therapies, Laser Hair Removal, Bridal Beauty or Contemporary Salon Classics.
We Connect You With Your Dream Job
Our goal is to land you your dream job in the $500 billion dollar global beauty industry. We’re not satisfied arming you with just a qualification, we want to make sure you leave with your dream job, set up for success, and ahead of your competition. Our dedicated team has over 1000+ connections to employers in the industry and is accessible to all French students You’ll get opportunities to meet, impress and interview with industry’s most sought after employers who want you!
World-leading Campuses
Our students have access to nothing but the best, including salon-inspired facilities, leading cosmeceutical products and brands (like Vida Glow, Aspect, Dermalogica and MAC Cosmetics), and the industry’s newest technologies.
Extensive Student Support
Our Educators bring a wealth of global industry experience to the classroom – but, more than that, they bring their care and compassion. You’ll have access to pass classes, academic support and career preparation to ensure you are supported every step of the way.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Exciting new advanced dermal study areas
Our course training Partners
We partner with the leading brands so you learn with the best in the industry
EPIDERMAL RESURFACING
BI-DIRECTIONAL BEAUTY WITH VIDA GLOW
SKIN IMAGING
Clean & Sustainable Beauty
led light therapy
advanced cosmeceutical product knowledge
What you will learn
You will learn all the practical skills to become a leading beauty therapist with all important business and marketing units to advance you into an educated entrepreneur and become confident in:
BEAUTY THERAPY SERVICES
- Manicures and pedicure services
- Lash and brow services
- Massage, Reflexology and Relaxation
- Waxing
- Makeup fundamentals
- Real world in-salon experience
SKIN THERAPIES
- Skin analysis and skin science
- Nutrition
- Facials and advanced specialised facials
- Microdermabrasion
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT AND UNDERSTANDINGS
- Training and development
- People and culture
- Marketing and promotion
- Dedication to people and the planet
- Leadership and empowerment – including a management internship
CHOOSE A SPECIALITY AREA TO ADVANCE YOUR TRAINING
- Skin Therapies
- Laser or IPL Hair Technician
- Bridal Beauty
- Salon Classics
Ways To Study Our Beauty Diploma
We have designed our programs to be flexible and customisable to work in with your lifestyle and commitments. Our student advisors can help you work on an ideal study plan for you.
Face-to-Face
Gold Coast, Brisbane, Adelaide
12 months (40 weeks)
Face-to-Face Classes
Work-Integrated Learning
Integrated into your schedule timetable
Flexible Learning (Blended Online)
- Gold Coast, Brisbane, Adelaide
- 12 - 18 months
- A blend of on-campus training and a flexible day of at-home study
- Work-Integrated Learning
- Integrated into your timetable
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Fill out your details in the form below and one of our friendly Student Advisors will be in touch to get you one step closer toward your dreams.
Career Outcomes in beauty, business, skin & & laser therapies
Our Futures for Frenchies dedicated industry placement team work with the best employers in Australia and internationally to help you secure your dream job.
Starting salaries begin at $60,000*
and include careers like:
- Beauty or Spa Therapist
- Medi-spa or Salon Manager
- Laser clinic manager & or laser hair technician
- Franchisee Owner
- Beauty therapist in spas or salons locally, Australia wide and overseas
- Establish your own beauty business or brand
- Run your own at-home beauty salon
- Beauty sales Representative
- Specialist in one or all areas of beauty including skin, laser, massage, make-up artistry, waxing
“The education was incredible, the teachers would take the time to help you understand all the technical aspects of the treatments so I felt confident to perform treatments out In the industry.”
Christie Cameron
Senior Skin Specialist, Sskin
THIS COULD BE YOU IN 12 MONTHS!
Course Fees & Overview
Your Investment In Your Future Starts Here
| Course Fee | VET STUDENT LOAN APPROVED | NATIONALLY ACCREDITED | CO PAYMENT REQUIRED | KIT & UNIFORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YES | YES | No, for students eligible for VET Student Loans | INCLUDED |
The course fees include both the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy & SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management. For students eligible for VET Student Loans, full funding for the total course fees is available. This means there are no co-payment or upfront fees required to study. Please Note: VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. A VET student loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt to the Commonwealth until it is repaid. Enquire to learn more about financing your studies.
To learn more about government funding options click here.
Admissions Criteria
The French Beauty Academy is committed to providing and promoting non-discriminatory and inclusive enrolment practices, and to ensuring that students applying for enrolment into the Dual Diploma have the required aptitude and attributes necessary to reasonably achieve the qualification.
Application
is Reviewed
Enrolment is confirmed
Laser Therapies For Superficial Capillary Reduction
Gold Coast Campus, Online
Laser Therapies For Superficial Capillary Reduction Course Overview
Designed specifically for Beauty Therapists, Nurses or Doctors wishing to up-skill and become a highly specialised Laser Technician, our Laser Therapies for Superficial Capillary Reduction course will get you confident and licensed to safely deliver this specialised laser treatment.
Under the guidance of our expert IPL & Laser Educators you’ll be hands on in our purpose built student clinic perfecting the skills required for safely and effectively deliver light based treatments. Our programs are recognised and endorsed by the regulatory bodies within Australia, meaning you will gain the required licence outcomes to perform IPL and Laser treatments.
With this course you’ll further develop your laser skills and become highly employable with the skills and qualifications sought after by industry employers.
Have questions?
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Client preparation, pre and post treatment and care
- Client consultation and treatment planning
- Laser Safety and machine maintenance
- Training in a real-life clinic environment
- Superficial Capillary Reduction laser treatments for different skin types
- Skinstitut product knowledge training
- Learning on global leading device technologies
COURSE STRUCTURE AND DELIVERY
FLEXIBLE ONLINE LEARNING
- French Virtual Online Campus, Gold Coast Campus
- 1 - 6 Months
- Face-to-Face Classes, Self Paced Online Learning
11 Days On Campus
A self paced blended program that includes:
- 11 days (minimum) face to face learning at The French Medi-Clinic
- Theory online and self-paced
- 11 days practical minimum practical and competency based training in clinic
DURATION: 11 days (minimum) face-to-face learning
* Please note delivery time is subject to student capabilities and clinic availability
CAREER OUTCOMES
FAST TRACK AT THE FRENCH
The French Beauty Academy laser programs are endorsed and recognised by all regulated states within Australia, meaning your application will be fast tracked and you will be able to enter industry and deliver treatments to clients as soon as possible
Job Opportunity:
- Laser Superficial Capillary Reduction Technician
PROGRAM FEES
Course Fees & Overview
| Course Fee | PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE | NATIONALLY ACCREDITED | UNIFORM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enquire | Yes | Yes | Uniform Included |
Students are able to borrow partial or full funding for this course from a number of private providers – or our recommended partnered provider Zeefi (formerly Study Loans) – with extended loan periods of up to 48 months. The French also offer an interest free payment plan, PaySmart, via direct debit from your nominated bank account.
Admissions Criteria
The French Beauty Academy is committed to providing and promoting non-discriminatory and inclusive enrolment practices. All students enrolling into this course are required to:
- Demonstrate completion of a SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy, or Diploma of Endorsed Enrolled Nursing, or Bachelor of Nursing or Dermal Therapy, or Medical Practitioner;
- Provide a Driver’s Licence or other form of government issued identification; and
- Pay a deposit to secure a place in the course;
If the applicant is under the age of 18 they must complete the Parental Terms and Conditions Agreement here.
How to become a FRENCHIE!
and Campus Tour
Application
is Reviewed
Enrolment is confirmed
Book an Interview and Campus Tour
Submit Your Application
Your Application is Reviewed
Once Approved, Your Enrolment is confirmed
Laser Therapies For Skin Rejuvenation
Gold Coast Campus, Online
Laser Therapies For Skin Rejuvenation Course Overview
Skin Rejuvenation has become one of the industry’s most in demand treatments to produce younger and healthier looking skin and help combat unwanted skin conditions. Throughout this course you will gain the necessary education, highly specialised laser skills and licence to treat your client’s skin concerns like pigmentation, premature ageing, enlarged pores, freckles, sunspots, age spots, rosacea and general flushing/redness.
Under the guidance of our expert IPL & Laser Educators you’ll be hands on in our purpose built student clinic perfecting the skills required for safely and effectively deliver light based treatments. Our programs are recognised and endorsed by the regulatory bodies within Australia, meaning you will gain the required licence outcomes to perform IPL and Laser treatments.
Have questions?
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Client preparation, pre and post treatment care
- Professional cosmeceutical product recommendations
- Client consultation and treatment planning
- Laser Safety and machine maintenance
- Training in a in real-life clinic environment
- Skinstitut product knowledge training
- Learning on global leading device technologies
COURSE STRUCTURE AND DELIVERY
FLEXIBLE ONLINE STUDY
- French Virtual Online Campus, Gold Coast Campus
- 1 - 6 Months
- Face-to-Face Classes, Self Paced Theory Online
- 11 Days On Campus
A self paced blended program that includes:
- 11 days (minimum) face to face learning
- Theory online and self-paced
- 10 days (minimum) practical training in clinic
DURATION: 11 days (minimum) face-to-face learning
CAREER OUTCOMES
FAST TRACK AT THE FRENCH
The French Beauty Academy laser programs are endorsed and recognised by all regulated states within Australia, meaning your application will be fast tracked and you will be able to enter industry and deliver treatments to clients as soon as possible
Job Opportunities:
- Laser Skin Rejuvenation Technician
PROGRAM FEES
Course Fees & Overview
| Course Fee | PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE | NATIONALLY ACCREDITED | UNIFORM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enquire | Yes | Yes | Uniform Included |
Students are able to borrow partial or full funding for this course from a number of private providers – or our recommended partnered provider Zeefi (formerly Study Loans) – with extended loan periods of up to 48 months. The French also offer an interest free payment plan, PaySmart, via direct debit from your nominated bank account.
Admissions Criteria
The French Beauty Academy is committed to providing and promoting non-discriminatory and inclusive enrolment practices. All students enrolling into this course are required to:
- Demonstrate completion of a SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy, or Diploma of Endorsed Enrolled Nursing, or Bachelor of Nursing or Dermal Therapy, or Medical Practitioner;
- Provide a Driver’s Licence or other form of government issued identification; and
- Pay a deposit to secure a place in the course;
If the applicant is under the age of 18 they must complete the Parental Terms and Conditions Agreement here.
If the applicant is under the age of 18 they must complete the Parental Terms and Conditions Agreement here.
How to become a FRENCHIE!
and Campus Tour
Application
is Reviewed
Enrolment is confirmed
Book an Interview and Campus Tour
Submit Your Application
Your Application is Reviewed
Once Approved, Your Enrolment is confirmed
Laser Hair Reduction Technician
Gold Coast Campus
Laser Hair Reduction Technician Course Overview
Designed specifically for Beauty Therapists, Nurses or Doctors wishing to up-skill and position themselves for employment with leading medi and laser clinics, our Laser Hair Reduction Course will get you confident and licensed to safely deliver Laser Hair reduction treatments – the beauty industry’s most in demand treatment!
Under the guidance of our expert IPL & Laser Educators you’ll be hands on in our purpose built student clinic perfecting the skills required for safely and effectively deliver light based treatments. Our programs are recognised and endorsed by the regulatory bodies within Australia, meaning you will gain the required licence outcomes to perform IPL and Laser treatments.
With this course, you will quicken your on the job training time, improve your earning capacity as a therapist and better position yourself for hair technician roles with medi-clinics and spas.
Have questions?
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Client preparation and care
- Treatment planning and consultation
- Professional cosmeceutical product recommendations
- Laser safety and machine maintenance
- Training in a real-life clinic environment
- Laser hair reduction treatments for different skin types
- Skinstitut product knowledge training
- Learning on Learning on global leading device technologies
COURSE STRUCTURE AND DELIVERY
On Campus
- French Virtual Online Campus, Gold Coast Campus
- 1 - 6 months
- Face-to-Face Classes, Self Paced Theory Online
- 9 Days On Campus
A self paced blended program designed that includes:
- 9 days (minimum) face to face learning
- Theory online and self-paced
- 8 days minimum practical and competency based training in clinic
* Please note delivery time is subject to student capabilities and clinic availability
DURATION 9 days face-to-face learning 8.30am – 5pm
CAREER OUTCOMES
FAST TRACK AT THE FRENCH
The French Beauty Academy laser programs are endorsed and recognised by all regulated states within Australia, meaning your application will be fast tracked and you will be able to enter industry and deliver treatments to clients as soon as possible
Job Opportunities:
- Laser Hair Reduction Technician
PROGRAM FEES
Course Fees & Overview
| Course Fee | PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE | NATIONALLY ACCREDITED | UNIFORM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enquire | Yes | Yes | Uniform Included |
Students are able to borrow partial or full funding for this course from a number of private providers – or our recommended partnered provider Zeefi (formerly Study Loans) – with extended loan periods of up to 48 months. The French also offer an interest free payment plan, PaySmart, via direct debit from your nominated bank account.
Students who privately pay for their course must pay a deposit to secure their placement.
Admissions Criteria
The French Beauty Academy is committed to providing and promoting non-discriminatory and inclusive enrolment practices. All students enrolling into this course are required to:
- Demonstrate completion of a SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy, or Diploma of Endorsed Enrolled Nursing, or Bachelor of Nursing or Dermal Therapy, or Medical Practitioner;
- Provide a Driver’s Licence or other form of government issued identification; and
- Pay a deposit to secure a place in the course;
If the applicant is under the age of 18 they must complete the Parental Terms and Conditions Agreement here.
How to become a FRENCHIE!
and Campus Tour
Application
is Reviewed
Enrolment is confirmed
Book an Interview and Campus Tour
Submit Your Application
Your Application is Reviewed
Once Approved, Your Enrolment is confirmed
Specialised Laser Technician
Gold Coast Campus, Online
Specialised Laser Technician Course Overview
Non-invasive cosmetic treatments, particularly Laser Therapies have fast become the rising star of the beauty industry! Resulting in a rapidly increasing demand for highly trained, qualified and licensed Laser Technicians across all treatment modalities.
Under the guidance of our expert IPL & Laser Educators you’ll be hands on in our purpose built student clinic perfecting the skills required for safely and effectively deliver light based treatments. Our programs are recognised and endorsed by the regulatory bodies within Australia, meaning you will gain the required licence outcomes to perform IPL and Laser treatments
You’ll be working with cutting-edge technologies, learning with leading global device technologies gaining highly specialised skills across laser hair removal, skin rejuvenation and superficial capillary reduction treatments.
Have questions?
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
- Client preparation and care
- Treatment planning and consultation
- Laser Safety and machine maintenance
- Real life clinical learning treating real clients and a range of skin types
- Hair Reduction treatments using Laser Therapies
- Skin-rejuvenation treatments using Laser Therapies (pigmentation reduction, flushing and skin tightening)
- Superficial Capillary Reduction treatments using Laser Therapies (face and body capillaries)
- Learning on leading global laser devices
- Skinstitut product training
COURSE STRUCTURE AND DELIVERY
FLEXIBLE ONLINE LEARNING
- French Virtual Online Campus, Gold Coast Campus
- 3 - 12 Months
- Face-to-Face Classes, Self Paced Theory Online
- 29 Days On Campus
A self paced blended program that includes:
- 29 days (minimum) face to face learning
- Online and self-paced theory
- 8 days Laser Hair Reduction
- 10 days Skin Rejuvenation
- 10 days Superficial Capillary Reduction
* Please note delivery time is subject to student capabilities & clinic availability
DURATION 29 days (minimum) face-to-face learning
Online, self-paced theory
CAREER OUTCOMES
FAST TRACK AT THE FRENCH
The French Beauty Academy laser programs are endorsed and recognised by all regulated states within Australia, meaning your application will be fast tracked and you will be able to enter industry and deliver treatments to clients as soon as possible.
Job Opportunities:
- Laser Hair Reduction Technician
- Laser Skin Rejuvenation Technician
- Laser Superficial Capillary Reduction Technician
PROGRAM FEES
Course Fees & Overview
| Course Fee | PAYMENT PLANS AVAILABLE | NATIONALLY ACCREDITED | UNIFORM |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enquire | Yes | Yes | Uniform Included |
Admissions Criteria
The French Beauty Academy is committed to providing and promoting non-discriminatory and inclusive enrolment practices. All students enrolling into this course are required to:
- Demonstrate completion of a SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy, or Diploma of Endorsed Enrolled Nursing, or Bachelor of Nursing or Dermal Therapy, or Medical Practitioner;
- Provide a Driver’s Licence or other form of government issued identification; and
- Pay a deposit to secure a place in the course;
If the applicant is under the age of 18 they must complete the Parental Terms and Conditions Agreement here.
How to become a FRENCHIE!
and Campus Tour
Application
is Reviewed
Enrolment is confirmed
Book an Interview and Campus Tour
Submit Your Application
Your Application is Reviewed
Once Approved, Your Enrolment is confirmed
SHB50121 | CUA51020
Diploma Of Beauty Therapy & Diploma Of Screen And Media (Specialist Make-Up Services) Online
Adelaide Campus, Brisbane Campus, Gold Coast Campus, Online
LIMITED PLACES REMAINING
OUR FINAL CLASS OF 2022
Classes commence October 4
Study Our Flagship Dual Qualification Via Our Flexible Blended Online And On-campus Program
At The French we offer course options that are unparalleled.
Always dreamed of a career in beauty, but can’t find the time? Make your dream a reality with our course options, complete with a flexible study mode that allows you to study online from home while managing work and family commitments. Learn from world-renowned beauty educators using the latest equipment and leading brands such as MAC Cosmetics, Algologie and Caron.
Graduating with two accreditations delivered as a dual qualification, our unparalleled SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy & CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services) programs combine the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to be an exceptional beauty therapist with all important business understandings in areas like small business planning, OHS, HR and marketing and social media. These skills are essential to successfully establish and market your own business or secure management positions with leading salons and spas.
SHB50121 DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY & CUA51020 DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA (SPECIALIST MAKE-UP SERVICES) ONLINE OVERVIEW
Our unique flexible learning program allows you to obtain your certification online, while still acquiring the valuable hands-on experience required to be successful in the industry. Specific theory units will need to be completed online prior to each practical block.
SHB50121 DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY & CUA51020 DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA (SPECIALIST MAKE-UP SERVICES) ONLINE PRACTICAL EXPERIENCE & INDUSTRY NETWORKING
Both our Beauty Therapy Diploma and Screen and Media Diploma in Adelaide* incorporate practical experience, in-salon training in our Student Salon, and a work placement with one of our industry partners. Students have the opportunity to meet industry experts through product knowledge days, guest speaker events and our twice-yearly Education Symposium.
SHB50121 Diploma Of Beauty Therapy Online Overview
The SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy & CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services) is the required qualification if you’re aspiring to a career in the beauty industry. From waxing, massage, tinting, facials, manicure/pedicures, body treatments, aromatherapy, spa therapy and microdermabrasion to the science of skin biology, nutrition, physiology, anatomy and the chemical composition of cosmetic products you’ll be hands on learning the practicals of beauty therapy.
CUA51020 Diploma Of Screen And Media (Specialist Make-up Services) Online Overview
Delivered as a dual qualification with the CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services) with a strong focus on beauty business units, you’ll become and even better therapist. Further advancing your makeup skills and gaining knowledge across fundamental business areas like small business planning, social media marketing, retail sales, recruitment and HR! We’ll apply these learnings to a beauty context so upon graduation you’ll understand exactly how to plan, staff and market your very own beauty business!
Have questions?
Why Students Love The French
Flexible Online Learning
Our online delivery allows you to increase or decrease your load to suit your commitments – friends, family, work and more! Study from home, at your own pace through our Ivy League learning portal – STELLA. Interact live with our beauty and makeup educators from the comfort of your own home and also connect with your French classmates in a series of online networking workshops, collaborative sessions, and live Q&A Luminary interviews.
Campus & Equipment
Our stunning campuses are one of a kind, offering students an educational experience that is unparalleled. Our smaller class sizes mean that you get individual attention and hands-on practical experience with industry leading technology on a daily basis. The educational experience is amplified by ensuring that all students have access to the latest and leading cosmeceutical products, skin and therapy devices and technology.An added benefit for French students is our very own laptop library that enables students to use our borrowing system for access to a laptop to complete their study both on campus and at home for the duration of the course.
Service Excellence Program
Only at The French Beauty Academy will you experience our platinum-standard Service Excellence Program, designed to prepare students with a holistic personal and professional development curriculum encompassing grooming and presentation, etiquette and manners, language and communication skills, service standards and work ethic. More importantly, it guides each student’s inner journey to self-knowledge, spiritual awareness and genuine concern for the welfare of others; ensuring that our graduates are the preferred choice for beauty, health and wellness practitioners in the salon, retail and medi-spa sectors.
We Partner With The Best In The Industry
The French partners with world leading partners across the beauty industry to ensure our students work with only the best.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Combining the practical skills and theoretical knowledge required to be an exceptional beauty therapist with all important business understandings, through our course you’ll gain extensive experience and become confident in:
- Skin Analysis and Skin Science
- Facials and Advanced
- Facials
- Lash and Brow Services
- Massage and Body treatments
- Waxing
- Manicures and Pedicures
- Face Charting
- Day and Evening Makeup
- Runway and Specialised Makeup
- Fantasy and character makeup including SFX
- Business Planning, Finances and Marketing
- Customer service, product knowledge & sales
- Real world in-salon and industry experience
Career Outcomes
Salaries Start
At $60,000*
Starting salaries begin at $60,000
and include careers like:
- Dermal therapist
- Beauty Therapist in spas or salons locally, Australia wide and overseas
- Makeup artist
- Retail makeup artist
- Beauty salon or beauty business owner
- Spa therapist on cruise ships
- Spa or salon manager
- Spa therapist for international hotel & spa chains and cruise ships
- Health retreat therapist
- Freelance specialist in massage, makeup artistry, waxing and much more
- Sales manager, assistant or brand representative in retail and wholesale
- Operating your own salon, spa, home or mobile business.
Ways To Study
Flexible Online Learning
- Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast, French Virtual Online Campus
- 12-24 Months
- Theory Completed Online
- Choose 1 or 2 Days On Campus
- 5 Days Industry Experience
- 15 Days Student Salon Training
Completing theory components of your course at home virtually while being supported every step of the way by our online Educators, we’ll ensure you are progressing successfully through your course.
The practical requirements will be completed in blocks so you can graduate confident and ready for industry from the hands-on experience you’ll gain training in our Student Salon on-campus.
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Whether you’re almost ready to apply or simply have a question about our courses, tuition fees, or anything else, fill out your details in the form below and one of our friendly Student Advisors will be in touch.
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Course Fees & Overview
Your Investment In Your Future Starts Here
| Course Fee | VET STUDENT LOAN APPROVED | CO PAYMENT REQUIRED | NATIONALLY ACCREDITED | KIT & UNIFORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | No, for students eligible for VET Student Loans | Yes | Included |
There are two main ways you can pay for this course: state and national government subsidies and loans, or private finance options such as loans and payment plans.
Government funding loan programs help eligible students cover tuition fees over the duration of the course and the loan is then repaid through the tax system based on income, while some states offer subsidies, meaning the government pays for all or some of your course.
If you are not eligible for government funding, students are able to borrow partial or full funding for this course from a number of private providers – or our recommended partnered provider Zeefi (formerly Study Loans) – with extended loan periods of up to 48 months. Students who privately pay for their Beauty Diploma course must pay a deposit to secure their placement.
Admissions Criteria
The French Beauty Academy is committed to providing and promoting non-discriminatory and inclusive enrolment practices, and to ensuring that students applying for enrolment into the Dual Diploma have the required aptitude and attributes necessary to reasonably achieve the qualification.
As such, all students enrolling in to the Dual Diploma – regardless of funding option – are required to meet the academic requirements:
- provide an Australian Year 12 Certificate; or
- provide evidence of successful completion of an AQF Certificate IV or higher qualification (where the language of instruction is English); OR
- display competence at Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy through an approved Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test
If the applicant is under the age of 18 (at first census date) they must complete two VSL Parental Consent forms, (unless the student is certified as independent, in which case evidence must be provided of independence).
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SHB50121 | CUA51020
Diploma Of Beauty Therapy & Diploma Of Screen And Media (Specialist Make-Up Services)
Adelaide Campus, Brisbane Campus, Gold Coast Campus, Online
LIMITED PLACES REMAINING
OUR FINAL CLASS OF 2022!
Classes commence October 4
If you want a career as a beauty therapist
Our Beauty Therapy
Diploma Is Unparalleled
At The French Beauty Academy we’re passionate about arming you with the knowledge and practical skills to not only ensure you are a world-leading therapist, but make your career dreams a reality. We’ve worked with industry and listened to your career goals to innovate a cutting-edge curriculum and a world-first, all encompassing beauty program that will give you the practical expertise, business knowledge and industry experience to equip you for the very best jobs in industry.
You will learn from the best beauty educators in industry using leading technology and products such as MAC Cosmetics, Dermalogica and ASPECT. Our Beauty Therapy Diploma is your passport to a career in a billion dollar industry across fashion, media, the creative arts, travel, and retail.
“Better Known As The Harvard Meets Chanel Of The Beauty Industry”
Have questions?
Why Study At The French?
Australia’s Number 1 Beauty Course
You’ll leave confident, and job-ready and with the world’s best beauty education. Our cutting-edge dual qualification is a world-first program, combining both beauty and entrepreneurship.
Launching Careers In A $500 Billion Dollar Global Industry
Job forecasts have identified a skills shortage of beauty therapists, with approximately only 2 beauty therapists graduating for every 5 beauty jobs available in Australia!
Exclusive Access To Dream Jobs
With the help of our dedicated Industry Support Team and our global network of employers, we help you land your dream job across multiple beauty pathways. You’ll get opportunities to meet, impress and interview with industry’s most sought after employers who want you! 10 / 10 employers rank Frenchies as their preferred employees.
World Leading Campuses
Our students have access to nothing but the best, including salon-inspired facilities, leading cosmeceutical products and brands (like MAC Cosmetics and Dermalogica), and the industry’s newest technologies.
Extensive Student Support
Producing Beauty Entrepreneurs For Over 30 Years
We are Australia’s most experienced education provider and continue to be at the forefront of developing new training curricula for the industry. A French qualification is the industry’s most prestigious stamp of approval.
Our Industry Connections
We partner with the leading brands so you learn with the best in the industry
Step Inside The French
Our Flagship Dual Qualification
SHB50121 DIPLOMA OF BEAUTY THERAPY AND CUA51020 DIPLOMA OF SCREEN AND MEDIA (SPECIALIST MAKE-UP SERVICES)
Nationally Accredited Beauty Diploma
Our cutting-edge dual qualification is a world-first program, combining beauty and entrepreneurship. This means you will be equipped with not just practical beauty therapy skills, but business knowledge and industry experience to be ready for the very best jobs across multiple areas like spa therapy, makeup artistry and beauty business.
WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
Beauty Therapy Services
- Lash and brow services
- Massage and body treatments
- Waxing
- Skin analysis and skin science
- Facials and advanced specialised facials
- Manicures and pedicure services
- Real world in-salon and industry experience
Makeup Fundamentals, Advanced Makeup Artistry and Special Effects Makeup
- Makeup fundamentals
- Makeup application and removal including fashion and runway makeup
- Hair design and styling for theatre production and performances
- Special effects makeup – *see unit guide for more information
Business Management and Understandings
- Setting your freelance business up for success
- Business and strategic planning
- Developing marketing materials and social media promotion
Ways To Study
We have designed our programs to be flexible and customisable to work in with your lifestyle and commitments. Our student advisors can help you work on an ideal study plan for you.
On Campus
- Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast
- 12 Months
- Face-To-Face Classes
- Work-Integrated-Learning
- 15 Days Student Salon Training
Flexible Online Learning
- Adelaide, Brisbane, Gold Coast
- 12 – 24 Months
- Theory work completed online
- Choose 1 or 2 Days on Campus
- 5 days of industry experience
- 15 days student salon training
Want to study the business of beauty and makeup?
Fill out your details in the form below and one of our friendly Student Advisors will be in touch to get you one step closer toward your dreams.
Career Outcomes
Salaries Start
At $60,000*
Our Recruitment program gives you access to a dedicated industry placement team working with the best employers in Australia and internationally to help you secure your preferred employment.
Starting Careers Like:
- Makeup artist
- Retail makeup artist
- Beauty salon or beauty business owner
- Spa therapist on cruise ships
- Beauty Therapist in spas or salons locally,
- Australia wide and overseas
- Spa or salon manager
- Spa therapist for international hotel chains, cruise ships and spa companies
- Health retreat therapist
- Freelance specialist in massage, makeup artistry, waxing and much more
- Sales manager, assistant or brand representative in retail and wholesale
- Operating your own salon, spa, home or mobile business.
“From my first day at orientation I recall the feeling of nurture and care. My year at the French was unlike any other and had such a positive impact on my life. The French truly gave me the greatest gift of all, the gift of a bright future.”
Course Fees & Overview
Your Investment In Your Future Starts Here
| Course Fee | VET STUDENT LOAN APPROVED | CO PAYMENT REQUIRED | NATIONALLY ACCREDITED | KIT & UNIFORM |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Yes | No, for students eligible for VET Student Loans | Yes | Included |
The course fees include both the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy & CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media (Specialist Make-Up Services). For students eligible for VET Student Loans, full funding for the total course fees is available. This means there are no co-payment or upfront fees required to study. Please Note: VET Student Loans will not be approved for students who do not meet eligibility requirements. A VET student loan gives rise to a HELP debt that continues to be a debt to the Commonwealth until it is repaid. For course fees visit. Enquire to learn more about financing your studies.
To learn more about government funding options click here
Admissions Criteria
- Provide an Australian Year 12 Certificate; or
- Provide evidence of successful completion of an AQF Certificate IV or higher qualification (where the language of instruction is English); OR
- Display competence at Exit Level 3 in the Australian Core Skills Framework in both reading and numeracy through an approved Language, Literacy and Numeracy (LLN) test
Campus Locations
How to become a FRENCHIE!
and Campus Tour
Application
is Reviewed
Enrolment is confirmed
Book an Interview and Campus Tour
Submit Your Application
Your Application is Reviewed
Once Approved, Your Enrolment is confirmed
AUSTRALIA’S NUMBER 1 BEAUTY COURSE
Our cutting-edge dual qualification is a world-first, nationally recognised and accredited all encompassing beauty program. You’ll leave confident and ready for the best jobs in the industry.
PRODUCING BEAUTY ENTREPRENEURS FOR OVER 30 YEARS
As Australia’s most experienced education provider in the field, we continue to remain at the forefront of developing new training curricula for the industry. A French qualification is the industry’s most prestigious stamp of approval.
LAUNCHING CAREERS IN A $500 BILLION DOLLAR
GLOBAL INDUSTRY
Australia currently has a skills shortage of beauty therapists, with only 1 beauty therapist graduating for every 6 beauty jobs available! Enroll today to be one of the 9/10 French students who secure employment before graduation.
Find the perfect course for you from our range of nationally accredited diploma, certificate and short courses.
Our friendly team of Student Advisors (many of whom are former Frenchies) are just an email, live chat, or phone call away.
Our luxurious, salon-inspired facilities are described as Harvard-meets-Chanel. Find an Australian campus near you!
In the spirit of reconciliation, The French Beauty Academy acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country on which our Campuses stand today. We pay our respects to the Traditional Owners of the land, their Elders past, present and emerging, and to their connections to land, sea and community. Always was, always will be Aboriginal land.
Read The Uluru Statement here.
