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Diploma of Beauty Therapy SHB50121

Unlock your potential and embark on a journey of beauty and skin expertise with Ella Baché College's Diploma of Beauty Therapy.

Course Length:
16 month
Course Fees:
$23,990
Start Dates:
Monthly
Study Online Options:
Yes
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Diploma of Salon Management SHB50126

Master salon management and embark on a journey of leadership in the dynamic beauty industry with the Diploma of Salon Management at Ella Baché College.

Course Length:
16 month
Course Fees:
$12,063
Start Dates:
Monthly
Study Online Options:
Yes
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Dual Diploma SHB50121 + SHB50126

Our Dual Diploma in Beauty Therapy and Salon Management is meticulously crafted to provide you with a comprehensive skill set that bridges the gap between creativity and management.

Course Length:
16 month
Course Fees:
$30,160
Start Dates:
Monthly
Study Online Options:
Yes
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Ways to study

Course Length

Edflex™ On Campus

Edflex™ Blended

Course Length
16 months (4 x 16 week terms plus breaks)
16 months (4 x 16 week terms plus breaks)
Flexible Monthly Start Dates
Feb, Jun, Sept
Yes
Dedicated Trainer Support
Yes
Yes
Study Theory Online
Yes
Yes
Attend On-Campus
2.5 days (+ half day online workshop)
16 Practical Sessions Per Term.
Practical Training & Assessment
On-campus
On campus (practical & assessment sessions)
Campus Training Location(s)
Sydney (more coming soon)
Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane
External Work Experience
Yes
Yes
Government Accredited
Yes
Yes

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Ella Baché College's Salon Management Diploma will guide you toward a rewarding and successful future in salon management.

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Introduction to Australian Vocational Education and Training (VET)

What is VET?

Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) system is based on nationally endorsed industry training packages which identify specific skills and knowledge applied in the workplace. Students’ undertaking a VET qualification must demonstrate the skills and knowledge identified in a training package and be assessed as ‘competent’ in the selected units of competency to be eligible for the award of the qualification.

What is The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)?

The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national policy for regulated qualifications in Australian education and training.

It incorporates the qualifications from each education and training sector into a single comprehensive national qualifications framework.

What is recognition of prior learning?

Recognition of Prior Learning is a process where you may clearly show that you have already gained the equivalent skills, or knowledge against certain units.  You may be granted recognition of prior learning for unit(s) of competency. An RPL Kit is available from the college.

What is a Unique Student Identifier (USI)?

If you are studying nationally recognised training in Australia, you will be required to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Your USI links to an online account that contains all your training records andresults (transcript) that you have completed from 1 January 2015 onwards.

When applying for a job or enrolling in further study, you will often need to provide your training records and results (transcript). One of the main benefits of the USI is the ability to provide students with easy access to their training records and results (transcript) throughout their life. You can access your USI account online from your computer, tablet, or smart phone anytime. It is free and easy to create your own USI and will only take a few minutes of your time.

There are several unique circumstances where a person may be exempt from requiring a USI. These donot apply to the vast majority of learners in Australia. The USI Exemption Table is available from the USI website which explains these circumstances. Individuals who have a genuine personal objection to being assigned a USI can apply for an exemption to the Student Identifiers Registrar. Individuals who have been exempted must show the original of this notice to their training organisation.

What is the course duration?

On-campus, learning duration is 15 months. Which is comprised of 4 by 16 week terms plus breaks.

Blended learning, is 15 months in duration. This is comprised of 4 by 16-week terms plus breaks.

How often do i need to attend on campus classes?

For the Blended study - 16 days per term minimum. 64 days total for the course.

For the On Campus study - 2 days per week / per term is the minimum requirement.

What is the difference between Blended and On-Campus learning?

Blended combines online (self guided) study with on-campus supervised learning.

On-campus only learning, requires more attendance and study in person.

How often do I need to attend practical classes?

On-campus study requires 2 days per week / per term.

Blended study requires:

- Supervised on-campus practical training and assessment sessions (64 days minimum in course);

What are your campus locations?

Though we have locations in Sydney and Melbourne, currently Sydney is the only campus that is offering strictly 'On-Campus' learning. The others are opening soon again.

Sydney and Melbourne are offering Blended sessions though.

Do you offer VET Student Loans?

For eligible students - our college is an approved provider for VET student loans. As of 2025, SHB50121 & SHB50216 Business of Beauty Double Diploma, SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy and SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management courses are fully covered by VET Student Loan if eligible.

Can I choose only the units I want to do?

To gain the full Diploma, you will need to complete all the units of study.

What time does class start & finish?

Classes go between 9am-4.30pm

Do you offer Tuition Fee Support?

Good news! We are VET Student Loan Approved for the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy and SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management. The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees.

How long does it take to receive your Diploma of Beauty Therapy?

Assuming satisfactory progression, you can complete your Diploma of Beauty Therapy in 15 months. It is compulsory to attend practical training and assessment in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane to complete the practical components of your course.

How long does it take to receive your Diploma of Salon Management?

Assuming satisfactory progression, you can complete your Diploma of Salon Management in 16 months.

How often do I need to attend practical classes?

There are no practical classes to attend for the SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management, however you will be required to attend a 4 hour online zoom webinar weekly throughout the duration of the course which will be facilitated by your trainer and complete an additional 4 hours of self directed learning. Total weekly commitment for the diploma of Salon management is 8 hours per week.

How often do I need to attend practical classes?

On-campus study requires 2 days per week / per term.

Blended study requires:

- Supervised on-campus practical training and assessment sessions (64 days minimum in course);

How often do i need to attend on campus classes?

For the Blended study - 16 days per term minimum. 64 days total for the course.

For the On Campus study - 2 days per week / per term is the minimum requirement.

How often do i need to attend on campus classes?

There are no on campus classes to attend for the SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management, however you will be required to attend a 4 hour online zoom webinar weekly throughout the duration of the course which will be facilitated by your trainer.

What is the course duration?

On-campus, learning duration is 15 months. Which is comprised on 4 by 16 week terms plus breaks.

Blended learning, is 15 months in duration. This is comprised of 4 by 16 week terms plus breaks.

What is the course duration?

On-campus and Blended learning duration is 16 months for all courses. This consists of four (4) by 16 week terms, plus breaks.

What is VET?

Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) system is based on nationally endorsed industry training packages which identify specific skills and knowledge applied in the workplace. Students’ undertaking a VET qualification must demonstrate the skills and knowledge identified in a training package and be assessed as ‘competent’ in the selected units of competency to be eligible for the award of the qualification.

What is VET?

Australia’s Vocational Education and Training (VET) system is based on nationally endorsed industry training packages which identify specific skills and knowledge applied in the workplace. Students’ undertaking a VET qualification must demonstrate the skills and knowledge identified in a training package and be assessed as ‘competent’ in the selected units of competency to be eligible for the award of the qualification.

What is The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)?

The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national policy for regulated qualifications in Australian education and training.

It incorporates the qualifications from each education and training sector into a single comprehensive national qualifications framework.

What is The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF)?

The Australian Qualifications Framework (AQF) is the national policy for regulated qualifications in Australian education and training.

It incorporates the qualifications from each education and training sector into a single comprehensive national qualifications framework.

What is recognition of prior learning?

Recognition of Prior Learning is a process where you may clearly show that you have already gained the equivalent skills, or knowledge against certain units.  You may be granted recognition of prior learning for unit(s) of competency. An RPL Kit is available from the college.

What is recognition of prior learning?

Recognition of Prior Learning is a process where you may clearly show that you have already gained the equivalent skills, or knowledge against certain units.  You may be granted recognition of prior learning for unit(s) of competency. An RPL Kit is available from the college.

What is a Unique Student Identifier (USI)?

If you are studying nationally recognised training in Australia, you will be required to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Your USI links to an online account that contains all your training records andresults (transcript) that you have completed from 1 January 2015 onwards.

When applying for a job or enrolling in further study, you will often need to provide your training records and results (transcript). One of the main benefits of the USI is the ability to provide students with easy access to their training records and results (transcript) throughout their life. You can access your USI account online from your computer, tablet, or smart phone anytime. It is free and easy to create your own USI and will only take a few minutes of your time.

There are several unique circumstances where a person may be exempt from requiring a USI. These donot apply to the vast majority of learners in Australia. The USI Exemption Table is available from the USI website which explains these circumstances. Individuals who have a genuine personal objection to being assigned a USI can apply for an exemption to the Student Identifiers Registrar. Individuals who have been exempted must show the original of this notice to their training organisation.

What is a Unique Student Identifier (USI)?

If you are studying nationally recognised training in Australia, you will be required to have a Unique Student Identifier (USI).

Your USI links to an online account that contains all your training records andresults (transcript) that you have completed from 1 January 2015 onwards.

When applying for a job or enrolling in further study, you will often need to provide your training records and results (transcript). One of the main benefits of the USI is the ability to provide students with easy access to their training records and results (transcript) throughout their life. You can access your USI account online from your computer, tablet, or smart phone anytime. It is free and easy to create your own USI and will only take a few minutes of your time.

There are several unique circumstances where a person may be exempt from requiring a USI. These donot apply to the vast majority of learners in Australia. The USI Exemption Table is available from the USI website which explains these circumstances. Individuals who have a genuine personal objection to being assigned a USI can apply for an exemption to the Student Identifiers Registrar. Individuals who have been exempted must show the original of this notice to their training organisation.

What is the difference between Blended and On-Campus learning?

Blended combines online (self guided) study with on-campus supervised learning.

On-campus only learning, requires more attendance and study in person.

What is the difference between Blended and On-Campus learning?

Blended combines online (self guided) study with on-campus supervised learning.

On-campus only learning, requires more attendance and study in person.

What are your campus locations?

Though we have locations in Sydney and Melbourne, currently Sydney is the only campus that is offering strictly 'On-Campus' learning. The others are opening soon again.

Sydney and Melbourne are offering Blended sessions though.

What are your campus locations?

Though we have locations in Sydney and Melbourne, currently Sydney is the only campus that is offering strictly 'On-Campus' learning. The others are opening soon again.

Sydney and Melbourne are offering Blended sessions though.

Do you offer VET Student Loans?

For eligible students - our college is an approved provider for VET student loans. As of 2025, SHB50121 & SHB50216 Business of Beauty Double Diploma, SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy and SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management courses are fully covered by VET Student Loan if eligible.

Do you offer VET Students Loans?

For eligible students - our college is an approved provider for VET student loans. As of 2025, SHB50121 & SHB50216 Business of Beauty Double Diploma, SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy and SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management courses are fully covered by VET Student Loan if eligible.

Can I choose only the units I want to do?

To gain the full Diploma, you will need to complete all the units of study.

Can I choose only the units I want to do?

To gain the full Diploma, you will need to complete all the units of study.

What time does class start & finish?

Classes go between 9am-4.30pm

What time does class start & finish?

Classes go between 9am-4.30pm

Do you offer Tuition Fee Support?

Good news! We are VET Student Loan Approved for the SHB50115 Diploma of Beauty Therapy. The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees.

Do you offer Tuition Fee Support?

Good news! We are VET Student Loan Approved for the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy and SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management. The VET Student Loans program assists eligible students enrolled in approved courses to pay their tuition fees.

How long does it take to receive your Diploma of Beauty Therapy?

Assuming satisfactory progression, you can complete your Diploma of Beauty Therapy in 13 months for On-Campus and in 15 months for Online EdFlex™. It is compulsory to attend practical workshops based in either Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane to complete the practical components of your course.

How long does it take to receive your Diploma of Beauty Therapy?

Assuming satisfactory progression, you can complete your Diploma of Beauty Therapy in 15 months. It is compulsory to attend practical training and assessment in Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane to complete the practical components of your course.

Sydney Beauty College Campus
2-4 Lambs Road,
Artarmon, NSW 2064
Study in Sydney
Melbourne Beauty College Campus
560 Church Street
Richmond, VIC 3121
Brisbane Beauty College Campus
Level 4, 269 Wickham Street, K Towers Fortitude Valley,
Brisbane, QLD 4006
Study in Brisbane

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