Certificate III in Beauty Services: Hair & Makeup Pathway
Begin a career in beauty therapy, specialising in beauty, hair & makeup
Course code: SHB30121
There’s a new generation of make-up, beauty and fashion style hair wearers that don’t care about the one trend fits all way of doing things.
With inspiring trends that use colours, textures and products in different ways our SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services Hair and Makeup pathway, tops Hollywood’s biggest night calls for major beauty trends: focusing on skills that contain approaches to makeup, beauty and hair that are progressive and provocative: working with unconventional shapes, faultless technical abilities and attention to tiny details.
You will gain a variety of fashion forward skills and techniques, that are leading forever evolving beauty industry in lash and brow services including shaping and colouring, cosmetic tanning for bronzed, flawless and glowing skin, manicure and pedicure daily rituals, and how to get professional-looking results with popular hair removal waxing methods that are best for your clients, working on the face and body. Together with all areas of beauty, we combine makeup mastery and techniques focusing on everyday makeup, special events makeup, makeup for men, makeup for teens, makeup for ageing skin, bridal makeup, the exciting world of high fashion and high definition, airbrushed and advanced creative fashion forward makeup.
Learning all about product knowledge & kit building, the artists skin guide, foundations, colour theory, with selections of the best makeup products, that achieve glowy & fresh skin, natural contouring & highlighting techniques, alluring eyes & luscious lips.
How to prepare for the makeup service with professional consultations & applications of individual & full bar lashes.
We will start from a variety of classic makeup looks, & slowly transform into a full face Red Carpet Makeups.
Also developing techniques as a hairstylist, focusing on blow-drying, using a variety of tools & thermal styling techniques.
Discovering a complete collection of different types, style trends, from creating curls, waves & volume, to the straight & smooth.
You will discover how to straighten hair using brush techniques & thermal tools alongside curling & texturising hair, setting hair & using rollers. Most importantly, we will touch base on healthy hair care with a low impact on the environment.
You will also learn the elements of hair design, volumising, straightening, smoothing & texturising products. Towards the end we will show you the secrets to scheduling & providing professional & successful client consultation & how to create a master hair service plan.
Available to:
Government Schools
Catholic and Private Schools
Course details
Course fee
$19,100.00
Payment plans*
Payment plans are available.
Nominal hours
960 Hours
Duration
1.5 years
Australian accredited
Yes
Kit and uniform
Not included
*Incurs a 3% administration fee.
Course fee
€19,100.00
Payment plans*
Payment plans are available.
Nominal hours
960 Hours
Duration
1.5 years
Australian accredited
Yes
Kit and uniform
Not included
*Incurs a 3% administration fee.
Apprenticeships and Traineeships*
Course fee
1 day per week on campus:$ 13,400.00
Colour Cosmetica Academy and workplace-based delivery: $6,700.00
Payment plans*
Partially Funded
Nominal hours
960 Hours
Duration
1.5 years
Australian accredited
Yes
Kit and uniform
Not included
* SKILLS SA – South Australia needs skilled people in the growth areas of our economy. Check your eligibility on the skills.sa.gov.au for subsidised training. You may be eligible for government subsidised training based on your employment and training level.
Australian Students
Online: 445 Hours
Hands on: 3-4 5 Day Block Sessions
Homework assignments: 240 hours
Assessments: 120 hours
Vocational professional placement: 155 hours
European and UK students
Online: 445 Hours
Hands on: 3-4 5 Day Block Sessions
Homework assignments: 240 hours
Assessments: 120 hours
Vocational professional placement: 155 hours
We encourage you to register early, as spaces are limited.
Practical training:
OR
Undertake their practical training over 1 on-campus days or through 3-4 block training sessions with guidance from one of our expert mentors.
To achieve a SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services (Hair and Makeup Pathway) 24 units must be completed:
Core Units
| SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products |
| SHBBCCS005 | Advise on beauty products and services |
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services |
| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services |
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply makeup |
| SHBBNLS007* | Provide manicure and pedicare services |
| SHBBNLS011 | Use electric file equipment for nail services |
| SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information |
| SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions |
| SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients |
| SHBXIND003 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
| SHBXWHS003 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
| SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer |
Elective Units
Infection Control
| SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards |
Makeup
| SHBBMUP010 | Design and apply makeup for photography |
| SHBBMUP011 | Design and apply remedial camouflage makeup |
| SHBBMUP013 | Design and apply creative makeup |
| SHBBMUP012 | Apply airbrushed makeup |
Hairstyling
| SHBHDES003 | Create finished hair designs |
| SHBHDES002 | Braid hair |
| SHBHDES004 | Create classic long hair up-styles |
| SHBHCCS001 | Plan hair services for special events |
| SHBHIND004 | Participate in session styling teams |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), formally recognises a person’s existing skills and knowledge towards the achievement of a nationally recognised qualification or statement of attainment.
Skills may have been gained through:
Pathway options
Makeup Retail Assistant
Most common qualification:
Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics
(SHB20121)
Salon Assistant
Most common qualification:
Certificate II in Salon Assistant
(SHB20216)
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Lash and Brow Technician
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Nail Technician
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Nail Technology
(SHB30321)
Beautician
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Hairdresser/ Hair Stylist
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Hairdressing
(SHB30416)
Barber
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Barbering
(SHB30516)
Beauty Therapist
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
(SHB40121)
Senior Colourist/Senior Stylist
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Hairdressing
(SHB40216)
Spa Beauty Therapist
Most common qualification:
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
(SHB50121)
Makeup artist
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Certificate III in Makeup
(SHB30221)
Certificate IV in Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA41220)
Diploma of Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA51020)
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA41215)
Diploma of Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA51020)
Hair and Makeup Artist
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Certificate III in Makeup (SHB30221)
Certificate IV in Screen and Media
(specialist makeup services)
(CUA41220)
Diploma of Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA51020)
Laser Therapist
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
(SHB40121)
Advanced Diploma of Intense Pulsed Light and Laser for Hair Reduction
(SHB60118)
Dermal Therapist
Most common qualification:
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
(SHB50121)
Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy (SHB60221)
Salon Manager
Most common qualification:
Diploma of Salon Management
(SHB50216)
Staff Trainer or Educator
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Hairdressing (SHB40216)
Diploma of Salon Management
(SHB50216)
Dermal Clinician
Most common qualification:
Bachelor of Health Science
(Dermal Therapies)
Cosmetic Nurse
Most common qualification:
Bachelor of Nursing
Why study at Colour Cosmetica Academy?
Over the last 25+ years, we’ve worked with some of the most respected experts in the fashion industry and over thousands of creative professionals from over 10 different countries.
We lead in beauty, hairdressing, barbering, makeup, and style education, celebrating diversity and innovation. Our programs equip students with essential skills for lifelong learning and success in dynamic careers.
You may be eligible for subsidised training if you live or work in South Australia.
We have a simple step-by-step enrolment process that we will guide you through.
All of the courses we offer are available in Australia, Europe, the UK & online.
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