Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Training package entry requirements
There are no pre-requisites for this qualification

GOTAFE preferred entry requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants must:

• Undertake a pre-training review by interview to ensure the course suits students needs and aspirations, and that they are likely to complete the course successfully.
• Complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to ensure the required literacy & numeracy levels for the course are met.

Applicants must also have:

• The ability to work autonomously
• Strong communication skills essential
• Physical skills appropriate to the job role
• Basic to intermediate computer skills
• Good understanding and use of the English language

Inherent requirements

• Most Salons operate during the week and also involve weekend work and late nights.
• This is a physically demanding industry that requires long hours on your feet.
• Ability to conduct yourself professionally and meet a diverse range of clients' needs.
• This industry requires strenuous and physical work including massage, body treatments and waxing.

Assessment methods may include:

• Treatment portfolio
• Practical demonstration
• Written knowledge assessments
• Practical observation assessments

There are no exams, we have some knowledge tests to ensure you have a good understanding of important information but this will not count towards your successful completion of the course.

All written knowledge theory work will be due two weeks after the final day of delivery. Practical portfolios/research tasks will have a due date of 4-6 week past the final day of delivery. Assessment tasks must be handed in on time to reduce the stress to both student and trainer.

If your first attempt at an assessment is deemed unsatisfactory you will be given feedback and a second attempt to rectify your responses.

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This course is run 4 days per week (9am – 4pm) over a 12-month period.

Students are required to completed home study up to 10 hours per week, which includes:

• Pre-reading for class
• Research assessments
• Portfolio assessments

Participation at GOTAFE's Beauty Salon and Spa is compulsory for all students, as this is when observation assessments are conducted. Each practical unit will have a different amount of practical observation requirements.

It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions.

External placement is always a great idea and experience but not a mandatory requirement for this course as GOTAFE has fully operation Beauty Salons and Spa available to members of the public to come and enjoy a discounted treatments whilst our students practice, gain experience and complete practical observation assessments.

Commonly asked questions:

Can I do this online?
Some theory units will be delivered online whilst all practical task will be done on campus. Research and assessment work will need to be completed at home to ensure you are complying with due date expectations.

What experience needed to do this course?
Whilst this course requires no pre requisites it is our recommendation that you will need to have some life experience. Have a professional manner, the ability to be mature and considerate due to the nature of some of the treatments we perform.

What do I bring to class?

• You will need to bring stationary and a book to write in, having a laptop and internet access will be a must for online units and work that will need to be completed at home.
• You will need to wear a TAFE Beauty Tunic, which you will be supplied with, this will need to be worn everyday that you are on campus.
• Underneath the tunic you can wear black pants, black knee length skirt or 3/4 pants.
• You must wear closed in shoes and we also suggest minimal jewellery and hair to be up in a bun.
• If uniforms or correct clothing are not worn in relation to OH&S and professionalism you will not be able to attend class.

Do I have to touch feet?
Yes you will, body massage, body treatments, pedicures and reflexology are all treatments that will require you to touch feet

Will I need to bring people in for clients?
If we are having trouble getting clients for specific treatments you need for assessment observations or you need further practice before performing treatments on clients you may be asked to supply your own models.

Is it okay that I am under 18?
Due to some of the treatments we perform that require the client to be in a state of undress, we will need to meet with your parents or caregiver to explain the treatments and gain their informed consent. We are a TAFE that holds child safe standards in high regard and proper practice will be followed in relation to consent and treatments. This is applicable to anyone under the age of 18 performing or receiving certain treatments.

I don’t want to do an elective that’s in the course package
All electives have been chosen in consultation with industry to ensure our training package meets industry needs and enables our students to be the most employable that they can be. All units must be completed to gain the full qualification.

Do I have to come every day?
Yes, you have a compulsory attendance percentage that needs to be met for you to be deemed competent.

When will I start?
We have an intensive orientation/information session for students prior to commencing first day of delivery. This will include session with our ICT department, library services and student support services so you are fully aware of everything we have to offer and have all questions answered prior to starting. This will also be where timetables and expectations are discussed.

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