Skin Therapist

A Skin Therapist provides professional skincare treatments to improve the health and appearance of clients' skin. You might work in a spa, clinic, or beauty salon, where you will assess skin conditions and recommend appropriate treatments. Skin Therapists perform services such as facials, microdermabrasion, and chemical peels, and offer advice on skincare routines and product use.

As a Skin Therapist, you play a key role in helping clients achieve their skincare goals. You’ll need to be attentive and detail-oriented, with a strong understanding of skin types and conditions. Building rapport with clients and providing personalised advice are crucial for delivering effective skincare solutions.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $64,480
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a skin therapist?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
SHB50121

Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Blended, On Campus
12 - 18 months
$8,500 - $21,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHB40121

Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

Apprenticeship, Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
6 - 24 months
$0 - $18,850
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52920WA

Graduate Diploma of Dermal Science

Blended, On Campus
10 weeks
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
52923WA

Advanced Diploma of Cosmetic Dermal Science

Blended, On Campus, Online
14 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHBBSKT010

Provide Skin Needling Treatments

Blended, On Campus
1 - 4 days
$0 - $989
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHBBFAS005

Provide Facial Treatments and Skin Care Recommendations

On Campus
2 - 11 weeks
$0 - $2,800
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHBBSKS009

Provide Micro-dermabrasion Treatments

Blended, On Campus
3 days
$1,609 - $3,300
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHBBFAS006

Provide Specialised Facial Treatments

On Campus
2 - 10 weeks
$900 - $2,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
SHB60221

Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy

Blended, On Campus
2 - 12 months
$0 - $17,720
  • Completed Diploma of Beauty Therapy or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
  • Completed Diploma of Beauty Therapy or equivalent qualifications OR
  • Evidence of relevant skills, knowledge and employment experience
Additional requirements may apply.
CDNLBT02

Analyse Light-based Therapies Used in Cosmetic Medicine

Online
15 weeks
$880
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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10th January 2022

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