CERTIFICATE II IN RETAIL COSMETICS
COURSE CODE: SHB20121
Fed TAFE (RTO Code 4909)
What will you learn?
This program is a partial qualification being delivered as an industry taster for one year only. It will give students a range of skills and knowledge for entry level beauty industry employment. Employment opportunities may include a beauty therapist, make-up artist or salon assistant.
Study & Career Pathways
Possible study pathways
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Certificate III in Beauty; Nail technology
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Certificate IV in Beauty therapy
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Diploma of Beauty therapy; Salon
management
Potential career paths
Salon assistant, Beauty therapist, Nail technician, Make-up artist, Dermal skin therapist
Program Delivery
This program is a partial completion of the certificate over one year.
Location: Fed TAFE, Horsham
Contact: Wednesdays during school terms 9:20am to 3:20pm
Work Placement
Work placement is recommended by the VCAA
Clothing & Equipment
Appropriate PPE uniform, including footwear, must be worn each week with further information in the 2026 FedTAFE VET Student
Handbook. Own laptop and USB to be brought to class each week
Materials Fee
Paid for by Department of Education for Government students. Independent and Catholic students to discuss with your school VET Co-ordinator
Program commencement is subject to enrolment numbers.
Accreditation
Contribution towards VCE: VM
A Certificate II or above VET course is mandatory for students studying VCE-VM. 180 nominal hours or above equals two VET credits
Contribution towards VPC
Every 90 nominal hours of VET equals one unit of credit
Contribution towards VCE
Students may accrue two VCE VET units of credit at Units 1 and 2
level by completing 180 nominal hours in a Certificate II qualification
ATAR Contribution
No ATAR contribution
Scored Assessment: No
National Accreditation
This program is a completion of the certificate over two years.
