Diploma of Beauty Therapy – SHB50121

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Earn your nationally recognised Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SHB50121) through Skills Certified Australia’s partnered Registered Training Organisations.

If you’ve built your career through hands-on salon, spa, clinic, or beauty industry experience, you may be able to achieve this qualification through beauty therapy RPL without repeating training you’ve already completed.

Whether you’re a senior therapist, salon owner, beauty professional, or overseas-qualified practitioner, this Diploma of Beauty Therapy can help formalise your experience and support your next career move.

Qualification Overview

The Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SHB50121) is a nationally recognised qualification designed for experienced beauty professionals who provide advanced beauty services and client treatments.

It reflects the skills required to deliver specialised services, consult with clients, recommend treatment programs, supervise staff, and contribute to salon or clinic operations.

Qualification Name

Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Code and Units of Competency

SHB50121

Duration

Within four to six weeks of receiving sufficient and compliant evidence of competency in all applied for units of competency.

Offered By

Colour Cosmetica (RTO: 40055)

Find out if you’re eligible for a Diploma of Beauty Therapy

You may be eligible for beauty therapy RPL if you have substantial experience working in beauty, salon, spa, or cosmetic environments.

Typical experience may include:

Advanced facials and skin treatments
Client consultations and treatment planning
Hair removal services
Lash and brow treatments
Makeup services
Nail services
Spa and wellness treatments
Beauty retail sales
Team leadership or salon supervision
Apprenticeship experience (completed or partially completed)

This qualification may suit:

Salon owners
Senior beauty therapists
Freelance beauty therapists
Mobile beauty therapists
Spa workers
Clinic coordinators
Overseas beauty professionals seeking Australian recognition

If you’ve developed your skills through workplace experience rather than formal study, Recognition of Prior Learning may provide a pathway to achieving your qualification.

What jobs can you expect with a Diploma of Beauty Therapy?

Completing a Diploma in Beauty Therapy can support progression into more senior positions within the beauty and wellness industry.

Potential roles include:

Senior Beauty Therapist
Hair or Beauty Salon Manager
Spa Therapist
Clinic Coordinator
Beauty Business Owner
Beauty Services Supervisor

A recognised qualification can help strengthen your professional credibility, improve employment opportunities, and support advancement into leadership positions.

Prior learning evidence needed for the Diploma of Beauty Therapy

You will need to provide a range of evidence to help your assessor determine competency. Depending on your experience, evidence may include:

Résumé
Payslips, employment contracts, or ABN records
Letter of Employment
Current employment contracts
Videos or photos of treatments performed
Client consultation records
References from salon owners, managers, or supervisors
Evidence of overseas qualifications
Transcripts or assessments from previous qualifications
Apprenticeship papers
Quotes, invoices, and stock orders
Receipts
Make-up plans and treatment records
Style guides
Marketing and advertising documents
Safety Data Sheets
Calendar and booking records
Social media business pages or online portfolios

Your dedicated consultant will help identify the most appropriate evidence and guide you through the collection process.

RTOs that deliver this qualification

This qualification is delivered by Skills Certified Australia’s nationally recognised training partner:

Colour Cosmetica (RTO: 40055)

It is all completed in 4 simple steps

If you’ve already developed your beauty therapy skills through practical experience, the RPL process allows you to have those skills assessed against qualification requirements.

Step 1

Free Skills Assesment

Speak with Skills Certified about your beauty industry experience, career goals, and current responsibilities. We’ll help determine whether the Diploma of Beauty Therapy is suitable for your background.

Step 1

Step 2

Portfolio of Experience

Your consultant will assist you in compiling evidence that demonstrates your competency. This may include treatment records, client consultations, salon documentation, photos of your work, qualifications, references, and employment history.

Step 2

Step 3

Evidence review

One of our partner RTOs will review your evidence against the requirements of SHB50121. If further information is required, you’ll receive guidance on what additional evidence may strengthen your application.

Step 3

Step 4

You're Qualified!!

Once competency has been confirmed, you’ll receive a nationally recognised qualification issued by the partner RTO. The qualification is equivalent to one achieved through traditional study pathways.

Step 4

Outcomes of Diploma of Beauty Therapy

A Diploma of Beauty Therapy delivers formal recognition of your industry knowledge and experience.

Benefits may include:

Nationally recognised beauty industry qualification
Career progression opportunities
Improved employability
Increased salon and client credibility
Enhanced leadership opportunities
Greater earning potential
Pathways into advanced beauty, business, or management qualifications

For many experienced therapists, obtaining a formal qualification can open doors to supervisory, management, and business ownership opportunities.

Why choose Skills Certified for your beauty therapy certification?

Skills Certified supports beauty professionals throughout every stage of the RPL process.

When you work with us, you’ll benefit from:

Dedicated consultant support
Assistance with evidence collection and organisation
Experience working with beauty industry professionals
National partnerships with recognised RTOs
A streamlined assessment process
Guidance for both Australian-trained and overseas-qualified beauty professionals
Flexible Australia-wide support

Our role is to help you navigate the process clearly and confidently while ensuring your experience is accurately represented.

Outcomes

Satisfied With Training

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Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates of this course who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay.

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Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates of this course starting their first ever full-time job after graduating.

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Satisfied With Training

Percentage of graduates of this course who were satisfied with the training.

Improved Work Status

Percentage of graduates of this course who started/expanded a business or who have a new job, more highly skilled work, a promotion or higher pay.

Salary

The middle of the range of salaries earned by graduates of this course starting their first ever full-time job after graduating.

9.3%

Sales Workers

7.3%

Clerical and Administrative Workers

69.6%

Community and Personal Service workers

9.8%

Health Care and Social Assistance

15.4%

Retail Trade

62.5%

Other Services

FAQ

Can I get this Diploma completely online?

The RPL process can generally be completed remotely. Evidence is submitted electronically and assessed by the relevant RTO, allowing many applicants across Australia to complete the process without attending classroom-based training.

Do I need a Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy before applying for a Diploma?

Not necessarily. Eligibility is based on your skills, experience, and ability to demonstrate competency. Experienced beauty professionals may be eligible for direct assessment through RPL.

What jobs can I get with a Diploma of Beauty Therapy?

Potential roles include Senior Beauty Therapist, Hair or Beauty Salon Manager, Spa Therapist, Clinic Coordinator, and Beauty Business Owner. The qualification can also support progression into leadership and management positions.

How long does it take to get a Diploma through RPL?

Timeframes vary depending on the quality and completeness of the evidence provided. Once sufficient and compliant evidence has been submitted, assessment can often be completed within four to six weeks.

Is RPL a legitimate way to get my Diploma of Beauty Therapy?

Yes. Recognition of Prior Learning is a nationally recognised assessment pathway within the Australian Qualifications Framework. Qualifications issued through RPL are the same nationally recognised qualifications issued through traditional training pathways.

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