Certificate III in Beauty Services: Makeup Pathway
The latest beauty & Makeup news, trends, products, features & applications
Course code: SHB30121
Power up your Beauty Vibe with these must-have skills in face and body hair removal, brow design and shaping, lash and brow colouring, cosmetic tanning for bronzed, flawless and glowing skin, nutrition and wellness, skin health, nail care, with designs, spotlight trends and shapes.

From front-row catwalk seats to the latest beauty news, tips, and how-to guides on the latest beauty and makeup rituals, to providing the very best service for your clients.
Together with Makeup from the gritty, rock-and-roll inspired glam to the dominating illuminating glow powering our feeds.
Focusing on everyday makeup, special events makeup, makeup for men, makeup for teens, makeup for ageing skin, makeup, the exciting world of high fashion and high definition and advanced creative fashion forward makeup. Make positive changes to your career advancement with these exciting and professional leading beauty skills that are just powerful must-haves.
Available to:
Government Schools
Catholic and Private Schools
Course details
Course fee
$13,400.00
Payment plans*
Payment plans are available.
Nominal hours
805 Hours
Duration
1.5 years
Australian accredited
Yes
Kit and uniform
Not included
*Incurs a 3% administration fee.
Course fee
€13,400.00
Payment plans*
Payment plans are available.
Nominal hours
805 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: $9,350.00
Colour Cosmetica Academy and workplace-based delivery: $4,600.00
Payment plans*
Partially Funded
Nominal hours
805 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: 350 Hours
Hands on: 2-3 Â 5 Day Block Sessions
Homework assignments: 200 hours
Assessments: 100 hours
Vocational professional placement: 155 hours
European and UK students
Online: 350 Hours
Hands on: 2-3 Â 5 Day Block Sessions
Homework assignments: 200 hours
Assessments: 100 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 2-3 block training sessions with guidance from one of our expert mentors.
To achieve a SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services (Makeup Pathway) 20 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 |
SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer |
Elective Units
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 |
SHBBMUP014 | Work collaboratively on makeup productions |
Infection Control
SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards |
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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