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Course Overview
Intakes
- 2025
2025 Intake
| Intake Date | Campus | Attendance Days |
|---|---|---|
| 04/08/2025 | Bairnsdale | Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9:00am-4:00pm |
| Intake Date | Campus | Attendance Days |
|---|---|---|
| 21/07/2025 | Traralgon | Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9:30am-2:00pm |
About this course
Boost your confidence and your employment opportunities with a Certificate III in Beauty Services at TAFE Gippsland.
Taught over a 10-month period just three days a week at our Bairnsdale campus, you'll put new skills into practice in a simulated salon environment that will help prepare you to make your mark in the beauty biz.
At TAFE Gippsland we are passionate about delivering high quality and effective training programs that focus on practical skills, hands on learning and industry experiences.
Our expert trainers will guide every step of the way, making sure you feel comfortable and confident in your studies – while also letting your creativity shine. You’ll learn a range of different beauty techniques such as manicures and pedicures (gel and dip powder nail enhancements), waxing services, lash and brow treatments, cosmetic tanning and make-up application, as well as key salon skills like effective communication, reception duties and product and service advice.
A move into further study might see you take up a Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy or a Diploma of Beauty Therapy to add to your skillset and increase your opportunities.
Enrol now!
Career Opportunities
Beautician working within a Beauty Salon
Self Employed
VDSS Skillset-
Once you have successfully completed the Hair & Beauty Skill Set you will have a greater understanding of both the Hair and Beauty Industries and be able to pathway into one of our Hair & Beauty Qualifications with multiple unit credits! On completion of this skillset course learners will be able to continue on their studies within the Beauty Industry or Hairdressing Industry by enrolling in SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services, SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy (Traineeship), SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy or SHB30416 Certificate in III Hairdressing.
Opportunities for Further Study
SHB30121- Certificate III in Beauty Services (Full Qualification for VDSS students completing Hair and Beauty Skillset)
SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy
Skills or Knowledge gained
Students obtain skills in all aspects of beauty services for clients including:
Spray Tanning, Manicures and Pedicures, Gel and Dip Powder Nail Enhancements, Lash and Brow Treatments, Waxing and Make-Up.
Students will also gain knowledge of the Beauty Industry and products along with customer service, infection control standards and reception skills.
VDSS Hair & Beauty Skillset- Students obtain skills in the below services;
Shampoo and Massage techniques
Hair styling & Blow waving
Braiding Hair
How to apply Hair colour
Manicure and Pedicures
Eyebrow Waxing
Eyelash and Eyebrow Tinting
Makeup for all occasions
How to provide exceptional customer service
Personal Presentation tips
Resume Writing and Interview Skills
Communication & Employability Skills
Customer service and reception duties
Entry Requirements
Are there specified requirements for entry into the course/qualification?: Yes
Mandatory entry requirements:
-16 years of age.
-Applicants are required to have an appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy skills, which will be evaluated prior to course intake. Pre Training Review and interview will be required prior to enrolment.
-All assessments are mandatory to be completed on live models. It is the responsibility of the student to organise models for all practical assessments.
Recommended entry Requirements:
Learners with excellent people skills and a genuine interest in the Beauty Industry
Minimum Industry Requirement
Not applicable.
Licensing/Regulatory Requirements
Will this course/qualification or a constituent unit provide a pathway to an industry licence or regulated outcome: No
Qualifications and Recognition - 2025
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Beauty Services.
Work Placement - 2025
Does this course require placement?: Yes
Students are required to complete at least 38 hours in a Commercial Salon Environment for unit SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services completing a minimum of 12 waxing services.
Placement to be arranged by: Institute
Further Information - 2025
Fees
| Fees and charges | Government subsidised concession | Government subsidised | Full-fee paying student |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt) | $916.50 | $4,582.50 | $9,165.00 |
| Materials fee* (GST exempt) | $2,201.00 | $2,201.00 | $2,201.00 |
| Total | $3,117.50 | $6,783.50 | $11,366.00 |
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this course
Important information
Sample course units
Assessment
The assessment for each course varies. It may include knowledge questions, practical skills tasks, projects, research work, on the job assessment, etc. Your assessor or educator will provide specific information on the requirements for your course.
You can expect that:
- assessment methods are clear
- assessment tasks are relevant and meet the requirements of your course
- assessor or educator demonstrate fairness and lack of bias when assessing your work
- educators will provide open and honest feedback about assessment tasks.