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Eyelash and Eyebrow Technicians perform a range of lash and brow services including eyelash extensions and eyebrow waxing — as well as tinting, shaping, and threading. You could be working at a beauty salon, day spa, hotel, resort, or even a cruise ship.
As an Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician you’ll be working in the beauty industry so you’ll also be cleaning and sanitising equipment in between treatments. And depending on the size of the salon where you work, you might also be expected to process financial transactions, take bookings and appointments, and sell retail products.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become an Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician.
Possible job outcomes:
Do you love make-up and cosmetics? With the nationally recognised SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up you could become a specialist make-up artist and work in beauty salons, day spas, or even film and TV. The course delivers specialist skills in creative make-up design for events, special occasions and photography, but you can also choose electives that will broaden your service offerings. Options include: spray tanning, waxing, recommending and selling beauty products, lash and brow treatments, creating a business plan, setting up a beauty business, and more. Enquire now for the full list of study units, availability of specialist electives, and upcoming course enrolment dates..
Average duration: 6 months.
A SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services provides students with broad skills and knowledge for success in a range of beauty industry roles. You will gain practical beauty skills including nails, waxing, lash and brows and basic make-up, while also learning about customer service, client consulting and product selection. This course is a pathway to jobs as a nail technician, cosmetic assistant, beautician or make-up artist in a busy salon..
Average duration: 12 months.
The CUA31020 Certificate III in Screen and Media is a great way to get started in the film, television, and media industry in Australia. This nationally recognised qualification delivers the hands-on skills and knowledge you need to create digital content and work on a production team. The course covers: working effectively in the creative arts, critical thinking and teamwork, on-the-job safety protocols, preparing video and photo assets, creating visual design components, operating production equipment, installing and operating lighting and sound broadcasting gear. This course also has scope to obtain WHS licences enabling you to work at heights and install stage/event lighting, sets, and marquees. Enquire now for the list of study units, elective choices (and their availability), plus enrolment centres near you..
In Australia, a full time beautician (including Eyelash and Eyebrow Technicians) generally earn $959 per week ($49,868 annual salary) before tax. This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.
Opportunities for Eyelash and Eyebrow Technicians in Australia are expected to grow over the next 5 years as more than 25,000 new jobs in the beauty industry open up around the country. Eyelash and Eyebrow Technicians work in hair and beauty salons, waxing salons, day spas, wellness centres, cruise ships, fashion houses, hotels and resorts.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
You can get started as an eyelash and eyebrow technician with a VET qualification — a Certificate III in Make-Up or Beauty Therapy are great choices. But before enrolling check the elective choices include lash and brow services. You can expect a Certificate III to take about 6-12 months to complete and you’ll graduate with a diverse range of beauty service skills.
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Here are some potential career pathways within beauty therapy. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Beauty Therapy
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
$850 weekly pay
Nail Technician
Beautician
$1,050 weekly pay
Beauty Therapist
$1,150 weekly pay
Dermal Therapist
Hair and Makeup Artist
Laser Therapist
Makeup Artist
Spa Therapist
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Waxing Therapist
Cosmetic Nurse
$1,250 weekly pay
Dermal Clinician
$1,530 weekly pay
IPL and Laser Technician
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