Diploma of Salon Management

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Course code: SHB50216

Embark on a transformative journey and shape the future of the salon and spa industry with our Diploma of Salon Management qualification.

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Elevate Your Career with our Diploma of Salon Management Qualification

Unlock your potential and take the next step in your career as a Salon Manager or successful franchise owner with our comprehensive qualification. This program serves as your gateway to leadership roles within the personal services industry.

Innovative Learning Approach

We emphasise productive thinking through dynamic industry collaborations, tackling complex challenges with empathy, insight, collaboration, responsiveness, ethics, and contextual communication. Our belief is that effective salon and spa management plays a pivotal role in shaping a better future for the industry.

Comprehensive Skill Development

Our Salon Management program is designed to prepare you for the
complexities of modern business environments. You will develop
essential skills including:

Critical Thinking and Decision-Making: Equip yourself to make informed, strategic choices. Emotional Intelligence: Enhance your ability to manage interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.
Emotional Intelligence: Enhance your ability to manage interpersonal relationships judiciously and empathetically.
Negotiation: Master the art of negotiating to drive business
success.
Creative Cognitive Flexibility: Cultivate innovative thinking to adapt to ever-changing market demands.
Strategic Autonomy: As a Salon Manager, you will be empowered with significant autonomy to make strategic business decisions, ensuring the successful operation and growth of your salon or spa.

Course details

Course fee

$10,700.00

Payment plans*

Payment plans are available.

Nominal hours

Based on electives.
Approximately 520 – 1,450 hours

Duration

1 year

Australian accredited

Yes

Kit and uniform

Not included

*Incurs 3% Administration fee

Course fee

€10,700.00

Payment plans*

Payment plans are available.

Nominal hours

Based on electives.
Approximately 520 – 1,450 hours

Duration

1 year

Australian accredited

Yes

Kit and uniform

Not included

*Incurs 3% Administration fee

Australian Students

Online: Based on Electives – Approx. 180-315 Hours

Homework assignments: 100 hours

Assessments: 50 hours

Vocational professional placement: 110 hours

European and UK students

Online: Based on Electives – Approx. 180-315 Hours

Homework assignments: 100 hours

Assessments: 50 hours

Vocational professional placement: 110 hours

Salon Manager
Franchiser
Sales Representative
Sales & Marketing
Education & Training
Team Leader
Freelance Consultant
It is desirable you have completed a Certificate III, Certificate IV or Diploma of Beauty Therapy, or a Certificate III or Certificate IV in Hairdressing and have considerable amount of salon experience before enrolling in the Diploma of Salon Management.
Have a high standard of grooming and possess a strong desire to progress in industry.
Applicants are expected to have literacy and numeracy skills at Year 10 or Australian Core Skills Framework Level 2.
LLN Assessment to be completed prior to enrolment.
Applicants must be aged 16 or over. Not eligible for VET in school students as part of SACE.
All prospective students will have a one on one interview with the Director of studies prior to finalising enrolment application.

We encourage you to register early, as spaces are limited.

Theory work is completed online
Work-Integrated-Learning
Student Salon Industry Training Sessions
Allocated Industry Experience
Performance Coaching
Feedback and Mentoring
Industry Insights
Community Engagement
Hands-on work
Written assignments
The Studio Salon Assessments
Team projects
Industry placement

To achieve a SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management 10 units must be completed:

7 Core Units
3 Elective Units

Core Units

BSBHRM417Support human resource functions and processes
BSBHRM525Manage recruitment and onboarding
BSBSUS511Develop workplace policies and procedures for suitability
SHBXPSM001Lead teams in a personal services environment
SHBXPSM002Manage treatment services and sales delivery
SHBXPSM003Promote a personal services business
SHBXWHS002Provide a safe work environment

Elective Units

Franchising

BSBESB406Establish operational strategies and procedures for new business ventures

Management, Leadership and Training

BSBLDR522Manage people performance
BSBPEF501Manage personal and professional development
SHBXPSM004Develop a product and service range – training, learning and development
BSBHRM523Coordinate the learning and development of teams and individuals
TAEDEL311Provide work skill instruction
TAEDEL412Facilitate workplace-based learning

Management, Leadership and Training

BSBESB403Plan finances for new business ventures
BSBESB404Market new business ventures
BSBESB401Research and develop business plans
BSBESB407Manage finances for new business ventures
BSBPEF402Develop personal work priorities

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:

Work experience
Formal training and education (you may be eligible for a credit transfer)
Informal training and education
General life experience
Voluntary work

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.

Join the new breed of creatives

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 on campus or online in Australia, Europe and Asia.

Do you have any questions or want to enrol? We’re here for you.

Get personalised advice from our friendly Student Advisors or enrol today!

What our students say

Very friendly staff with great knowledge and experience, would highly recommend!

Matthew

I am so happy with Rebecca and Angela. I had a nice experience with all the staff and teachers. I finished my Diploma of Salon Management and still studying Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy.

Buddini

A truly professional, welcoming and warm environment. My daughter and I have no doubt whatsoever that Colour Cosmetica is the perfect fit for her.

Corinna

I adore the team at Colour Cosmetica. They are a tight knit family and treat their clients the same way. Couldn’t recommend them higher.

Tom

It was a great class. Rebecca thoroughly explained the steps from client consultation, contraindications, procedures and techniques including how to interact with the client. It was very useful and helped me to be more confident. I enjoyed the class very much.

Sunny

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