Duration
2 Years½ Day/Week
Location
Geelong CityWerribee
Placement
RecommendedScored
No
Entry requirements
- Attending a secondary school.
- Applicants are required to be aged 15 years and over.
- Literacy and numeracy level equivalent to the successful completion of Year 10.
- Review the personal learning requirements essential to this course and discuss with your school VET Coordinator before you apply.
You will learn
- Provide lash and brow services to industry standards.
- Design and apply make-up for a range of beauty and photography applications.
- Apply cosmetic tanning products using professional salon techniques.
- Greet, prepare and communicate effectively with salon clients in a professional environment.
- Recommend, advise on and sell beauty products and services while working with real clients in a training salon.
Course outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, you will receive:
- Recognition of up to two VCE VET units at Units 1 and 2 level, and a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence.
- ATAR contribution: If you receive a VCE VET Units 3 and 4 sequence you may be eligible for an increment towards your ATAR.
- A Statement of Attainment for the partial completion of Certificate III in Beauty Services
Dress code and course materials
- VETDSS Uniform
- - Hair Makeup and Beauty T-shirt from Hip Pocket
- - Flat closed toe shoes*
- - Black pants suitable for program activities
- Beauty Make-Up kit - Year 1 (Approx. $240) – Purchased at The Gordon - Customer Service
- 2nd Year Lash Extension kit (Approx $270) – Purchased at The Gordon - Customer Service
- Basic Stationary
Assessment is based on
- Questioning
- Observations and practical demonstrations
- Product (reports, projects, role plays etc)
Further study options
**offered as an Apprenticeship only
- = Guaranteed Gordon pathway course
Applications and attendance
How to apply
You must first speak to your school about VETDSS before proceeding with the below application.
- Watch our how to apply video.
- Apply online by selecting an intake from the Applications & attendance table below.
If you need help, visit VDSS - How to apply.
Submission of an application does not guarantee a place in the course.
| Intake | Applications | Attendance | Classes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 VET Full Year Geelong City Campus |
Open: 6 Aug 2026 Close: 15 Mar 2027 |
Class Day | Part Time | Delivered Geelong City Campus | Apply |
| 2027 VET Full Year Geelong City Campus |
Open: 6 Aug 2026 Close: 15 Mar 2027 |
Class Day | Part Time | Intake Only for Gordon VCE Student | Apply |
| 2027 VET Full Year Werribee |
Open: 6 Aug 2026 Close: 15 Mar 2027 |
Class Day | Part Time | Delivered The Grange P-12 College | Apply |
Unfortunately we cannot always guarantee you will secure a place in your selected course. We recommend you apply early.
Units
| Year 1 Core Units | Code | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | SHBXWHS003 | 40 |
| Design and apply make-up | SHBBMUP009 | 45 |
| Provide lash and brow services | SHBBFAS004 | 30 |
| Research and apply beauty industry information | SHBBRES003 | 20 |
| Sell to the retail customer | SIRXSLS001 | 20 |
| Year 1 Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Greet and prepare clients for salon services | SHBXCCS009 | 10 |
| Year 2 Core Units | Code | Hours |
| Advise on beauty products and services | SHBBCCS005 | 30 |
| Apply cosmetic tanning products | SHBBBOS007 | 20 |
| Year 2 Elective Units | Code | Hours |
| Apply eyelash extensions | SHBBMUP008 | 40 |
| Communicate as part of a salon team | SHBXIND005 | 30 |
| Maintain infection control standards | SHBBINF002 | 75 |
Please note that the electives listed are those delivered by the Gordon but you may not be required to complete all of these to successfully complete this qualification. In order to clarify what is required to complete this qualification, please check https://training.gov.au/Home/Tga