As a parent, you want your child to succeed. Not just in a career—but in life.
So when your teenager says, “I want to go to beauty school,” you might find yourself pausing, wondering…
Is beauty a real career path?
Will they earn a stable income?
Is this a short-term interest—or a smart long-term decision?
More and more parents across the Gold Coast are discovering that the answer to those questions is a resounding yes.
Beauty is no longer a “plan B.” In fact, at The French Beauty Academy in Robina, it’s the start of a powerful, professional, and passion-filled career.
From High School to High-End in 12 Months
Unlike university degrees that can take three to four years (with no guaranteed outcome), students at The French graduate in just 12 months with a nationally accredited dual diploma:
- SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy
- SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management
That means your child could:
- Be working in a spa or clinic before their friends finish their first year of uni
- Launch their own home business straight out of school
- Build a loyal client base and start earning confidently
- Even land a job on a luxury cruise ship or resort, and travel the world
This is not a short course. It’s a comprehensive, industry-backed qualification that blends the science of skin, the art of beauty, and the strategy of business.
Travel, Entrepreneurship & Real-World Experience
Your child’s passion for beauty can take them anywhere—literally.
French graduates have gone on to:
- Open skincare clinics in Burleigh and beyond
- Work in luxury spas from Main Beach to the Maldives
- Build bridal makeup brands, lash studios, and brow bars
- Start their own online beauty businesses before the age of 21
- Travel internationally as spa therapists on cruise liners
“I started my own business just months after graduating. Now I have a full book of clients and I’m earning more than my friends who went to uni.”
— Krystal, French Graduate & Founder of Skin Envy Aesthetics
Why Gold Coast Parents Choose The French
Located in Robina, The French Beauty Academy offers the kind of education you wish existed when you were younger—personalised, practical, and packed with purpose.
What sets The French apart?
- Luxury salon-style learning spaces
- Small class sizes and one-on-one mentorship
- Queensland school holiday alignment—ideal for local families
- Advanced skin therapy training + access to global beauty brands
- Professional grooming and personal development support
- Job interviews on campus before graduation (yes, really!)
More than a beauty school, it’s a finishing school for the soul, helping your child build not just skills—but confidence, resilience, and direction.
Government-Funded Study Options
We understand that cost can be a concern. That’s why The French is a registered VET Student Loans provider, meaning eligible students can:
- Study now, with no upfront tuition fees
- Repay their course fees later, only once they earn over the income threshold
- Get a nationally recognised qualification without financial pressure
Our Gold Coast-based Student Advisors are here to help you and your child check eligibility and understand every step of the process.
Help Your Child Choose Their Path—Not Just Follow One
Your child’s passion for skincare, wellness, or helping others feel confident isn’t “just a phase.” It could be their calling.
By supporting their interest in beauty, you’re:
- Helping them build career-ready skills
- Encouraging creativity, independence, and growth
- Opening the door to travel, leadership, and financial freedom
And when they study at The French, you’re also giving them access to the best educators, the best opportunities, and the best start to their future.
Take the First Step Toward a Beautiful Career
If your teen is thinking about beauty, or you’d simply like to explore the possibilities, we invite you to:
🏛️ Book a Robina Campus Tour
Come along and experience the campus together.
📚 Download the Future of Beauty Course Guide
Understand the curriculum, career pathways, and funding options.
☎️ Speak to a Student Advisor
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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.
