Spa Therapist Courses
Spa Therapists provide body and relaxation treatments in various wellness settings, focusing on client indulgence and maintaining a serene environment.
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How do I become a Spa Therapist
Get qualified to work as a Spa Therapist with a course recognised across Australia. Speak to a training provider to learn more.
SHB50121
Duration
5 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Become a qualified beauty therapist and open your own salon with the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy. This nationally recognised qualification will teach you how to deliver a wide range of beauty treatments as well as setup and operate a beauty business. Treatment competencies include: body massage, lash and brow services, facials and skin care treatments, waxing, makeip application and design, manicures and pedicures, piercings, and more. You can also gain specialist skills in electrolysis, relaxation...
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Duration
5 months - 24 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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HLT42021
Duration
6 months - 16 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
Get started in massage or formalise your knowledge of massage therapy with a nationally recognised qualification. The HLT42021 Certificate IV in Massage Therapy course teaches you the fundamentals of human anatomy and physiology; practical skills in deep tissue massage; personal safety and infection controls; as well as business skills and practice ethics. It’s everything you need to run your own successful massage practice. Enquire now for a list of entry requirements and intake dates.
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Duration
6 months - 16 months
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Blended, On Campus, Online, Traineeship
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SHBBINF002
Study mode
Blended, On Campus
The SHBBINF002 Maintain Infection Control Standards provides training in maintaining infection control standards during skin penetration treatments in a clinical environment. It covers state or territory and local council requirements, teaching individuals to identify, manage, and control infection risks to clients, colleagues, and themselves. This unit is relevant for beauticians and beauty therapists working in salons, clinics, or cosmetic medical clinics, where they operate autonomously and make indepe...
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Blended, On Campus
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HLT52315
Duration
15 months - 19 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
The HLT52315 Diploma of Clinical Aromatherapy is an 18 month course that will teach you how to setup a professional aromatherapy practice. This nationally recognised diploma covers all aspect of small business management, first aid, health standards, aromatherapy treatment and massage. To graduate you’ll need to complete 120 hours of clinical aromatherapy massage and treatments.
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Duration
15 months - 19 months
Study mode
Blended, On Campus, Online
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Common questions
How much do Spa Therapists earn?
In Australia, full time spa therapists generally earns $1,260 per week ($65,520 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.
What are the job opportunities for Spa Therapists?
Opportunities for spa therapists in Australia are expected to grow strongly over the next 5 years as more than 25,000 new jobs in the beauty industry open up around the country. Spa Therapists can work in day spas, wellness centres, hotels, resorts and cruise ships.
Source: Australian Government Labour Market Insights
How do I become a Spa Therapist?
You can get started as a spa therapist with a VET qualification from the Hairdressing and Beauty Services Training Package. The Diploma of Beauty Services has an elective specialisation in spa treatments, or to widen your career prospects you might also consider a Certificate IV in Massage Therapy. These qualifications usually take between 6-12 months to complete and will give you the skills to deliver a diverse range of relaxation and beauty treatments.
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Spa Therapists perform a range of body and relaxation treatments at day spas, wellness centres, hotels, resorts and retreats. A day in the life of a spa therapist might include performing massage, body wraps and facial therapy — then helping guests safely enjoy a range of relaxation equipment including saunas, thermal spas, plunge pools, and monsoon showers.
As a spa therapist you’ll be working in the beauty industry and your job role will include some of the same tasks as beauticians, but the focus of a spa therapist is usually the client’s relaxation and indulgence, whereas a beauty therapist is chiefly concerned with their client’s appearance. Spa therapists also maintain the appearance, ambience and sanitation of wellness centre equipment and public areas.
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