Diploma of Beauty Therapy (WRB50105)

The Diploma of Beauty Therapy (WRB50105) is an in-depth course suitable for those who wish to manage or start their own beauty salon, specialise in advanced beauty therapy techniques or simply enhance their knowledge of nutrition, business management and day spa techniques.

International Students - Due to different requirements, International students please proceed to the international student information pages here.

Career Guide

  • Manage a salon/day spa.
  • Operate your own salon/day spa
  • Travel overseas with your internationally recognised qualification.
  • Work in an aesthetic medical practice.
  • Teach at a beauty college.

CIDESCO Qualifications

Students who are doing the Diploma of Beauty Therapy are eligible to sit for the CIDESCO International Diploma. This exam is not compulsory and will be an additional cost to those students who want to take the exam. This Diploma is recognised in over 33 countries around the world and will open up doors for you if you wish to travel upon completion of the Diploma.

Time Table Full Time

Duration
Full Time: 12 Months

Tuition Days
Full Time: Three days per week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Wednesday, Thursday, Friday) + 1 Sat per month
9.00 am to 5.00 pm

Intake
Full Time: January and July each year

Course Requirements Full Time

  • Senior First Aid Certificate.
  • 36 hours of work experience in a beauty salon of your choice.
  • 36 hours of product knowledge training in various cosmetic companies.
  • 2 assignments.
  • Final examinations - written, practical or oral tests (if applicable).
  • Attendance requirements: students are expected to attend at least 80% of total class hours in order to successfully qualify for final assessments.

Course Units

Core Units

No. UNIT CODE UNIT TITLE
1 WRBBS201B Provide manicure and pedicare services
2 WRBBS407B

Provide body treatments

3 WRBCS201B Conduct financial transactions
4 WRBCS203B Provide service to clients
5 WRBCS204B Apply knowledge of nail science to nail services
6 WRBCS306B Advise on beauty services
7 WRBCS305A Apply knowledge of skin biology to beauty treatments
8 WRBCS408A Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to beauty therapy treatments
9 WRBCS409A Apply knowledge of skin science to beauty therapy treatments
10 WRBCS410A Apply knowledge of electricity to beauty therapy treatments
11 WRBCS411A Apply knowledge of nutrition to beauty therapy treatments
12 WRBCS412A Apply knowledge of cosmetic chemistry to beauty therapy treatments
13 WRBCS407A Develop a treatment plan for beauty therapy treatments
14 WRBCS513B Investigate new products and services 
15 WRBFS202B Design and apply make-up
16 WRNFS305B Provide lash and brow treatments
17 WRBFS406B Provide facial treatments
18 WRBFS407B Provide advanced facial treatments
19 WRBSS302B Provide temporary epilation and bleaching treatments
20 WRRCS1B Communicate in the workplace
21 WRRER1B Work effectively in a retail environment
22 WRRLP1B Apply safe working practices
23 WRRS1B Sell products and services

Elective Units

No. UNIT CODE UNIT TITLE
01 WRBBS408B Provide aesthetic aromatic massage
02 WRBBS509A Plan the spa program
03 WRBBS510A Provide the spa program 
04 WRBBS511A Apply aromatic plant oil chemistry to beauty treatments
05 WRBBS512A Blend a range of aromatic oils for beauty treatments
06 HLTREM7A Plan the massage treatment 
07 BSBSBM401A Establish business and legal requirements 
08 BSBSBM404A Undertake business planning 

Additional Training

The Sydney College of Skin Care has added the following additional units to our course structure to equip our students with the latest industry techniques. These have been provided to enhance each students knowledge and skills base at no additional cost.

  • Chemical Peels
  • Hot and Cold Stone Therapy
  • High Performance Facial Treatments
  • Pressure Point Facial Massage
  • Spray Tanning
  • Introduction to Cosmetic Surgery
  • Brazilian Waxing
  • Bust and Breast Care
  • Face and Neck Lymphatic Drainage

Course Fees

For more information on payment options and a breakdown of course fees please phone the College.