GOTAFE
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)This qualification is a comprehensive training program to prepare you with the skills to become a beauty therapist. Our course covers all aspects of beauty therapy, including facial treatments, body massage and treatments, hair removal, lash and brow treatments, nail and make-up services, and more.
As a beauty therapist, you'll have the opportunity to provide expert beauty advice, recommend treatments and services, and sell retail skincare and cosmetic products. You'll work autonomously, using your judgment to plan and select appropriate equipment, services, and techniques to ensure the best results for your clients.
Our course emphasises the self-directed application of knowledge and skills, with a focus on developing your expertise in specific areas. With this qualification, you'll be accountable for your personal outputs and ready to work in a variety of settings, including beauty salons and spas.
Delivery mode
GOTAFE offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- 152-200 Fryers Street, Shepparton, VIC
- 27 Docker Street, Wangaratta, VIC
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
- VIC Subsidised Training This training may be subsidised by the VIC Government for eligible individuals. Places are limited.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Beauty Therapy will prepare you for the following roles.
Spa Therapist
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Salon Manager
Salon Managers oversee the operations of modern hairdressing and beauty salons, barber shops, spas and wellness centres. They are responsible for t...
Beauty Therapist
A Beauty Therapist provides a range of beauty services and treatments to clients at a beauty salon. You might specialise in a type of service such...
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,...
Dermal Therapist
Dermal Therapists perform laser and light based procedures as well as chemical resurfacing, clinical microdermabrasion, skin needling and other fac...
IPL and Laser Technician
An IPL and Laser Technician uses light and laser therapies to conduct cosmetic skin treatments. You’ll address a range of patient concerns such as...
Clinical Aesthetician
A Clinical Aesthetician provides specialised skin treatments to enhance clients' appearance and address dermatological concerns. You might work in...
About GOTAFE
GOTAFE is the largest vocational education provider in regional Victoria. Offering over 130 courses across eight campuses, GOTAFE services 11 local government areas with an estimated resident population of over 240,000 people. We service more than 9,000 students per year on average, employ over 500 staff, and we are an intrinsic part of the communities that we serve.
