Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SIB50110) Distance Course
Now you can achieve your Diploma of Beauty Therapy from home!

AIBT offers you the ability to complete the Diploma of Beauty Therapy by correspondence (a.k.a. distance or online). Please note - we also offer full time on campus and part time on campus study options as well if you do not want to study by distance.
You will learn popular spa treatments such as hot stone massage, indian head massage and body wraps as well as other in demand treatments such as microdermabrasion and spray tanning. Complete the theory components by home study, practice treatments watching the provided DVD's at home and attend two to three practical one week intensive training and assessment blocks on campus.
During the course you will attend two to three practical one week training and assessment blocks (at the AIBT Gold Coast campus) which will be booked with your tutor as you progress through the course.
Qualification & Units of Competency


Student's who successfully complete all of the units listed below will receive the nationally recognised SIB50110: Diploma of Beauty Therapy qualification. This is the latest qualification in Beauty Therapy and includes new exciting units in spa treatments such as stone therapy massage, Indian head massage and more.
| UNIT CODE | UNIT NAME |
|---|---|
| SIBBBOS401A | Perform body massage |
| SIBBBOS402A | Provide body treatments |
| SIBBCCS301A | Apply the principles of skin biology to beauty treatments |
| SIBBCCS302A | Advise on beauty services |
| SIBBCCS403A | Recognise body structures and systems in a beauty therapy context |
| SIBBCCS404A | Work in a skin therapies framework |
| SIBBCCS405A | Develop treatments plans |
| SIBBCCS406A | Use electricity in beauty therapy treatments |
| SIBBCCS407A | Interpret the chemical composition and physical actions of cosmetic products |
| SIBBCCS408A | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context |
| SIBBFAS302A | Provide lash and brow treatments |
| SIBBFAS404A | Provide facial treatments |
| SIBBFAS405A | Provide advanced facial treatments |
| SIBBHRS301A | Perform waxing treatments |
| SIBBNLS201A | Work in a nail services framework |
| SIBBNLS202A | Provide manicure and pedicare services |
| SIBXCCS201A | Conduct financial transactions |
| SIBXCCS202A | Provide service to clients |
| SIRXCOM001A | Communicate in the workplace |
| SIBXFAS201A | Design and apply make-up |
| SIRXIND001A | Work effectively in a retail environment |
| SIRXOHS001A | Apply safe working practices |
| SIBBSPA501A | Work in a spa therapies framework |
| SIBBSPA502A | Plan spa programs |
| SIBBSPA503A | Provide spa therapies |
| SIBBSPA504A | Provide stone therapy massage |
| SIBBSPA505A | Provide Indian head massage for relaxation |
| SIBBBOS403A | Perform aromatherapy massage |
| SIBBBOS504A | Apply aromatic plant oil chemistry to beauty treatments |
| SIBBBOS505A | Blend and apply a range of aromatic plant oils for beauty treatments |
| SIBBBOS506A | Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments |
| SIBXRES501A | Investigate new products and services |
| SIBBSKS506A | Apply micro-dermabrasion to improve skin appearance |
| SIBBSKS302A | Apply cosmetic tanning products |
You Will Receive:
You will receive the following products along with the related tutorials workbooks:
- 4 DVD's demonstrating key practical treatments:
- Swedish and Aromatherapy Massage
- Facials
- Manicure and Pedicures
- Hot Stone Massage and Indian Head Massage
- The Art & Science of Beauty Therapy text book with CD-ROM
- An Introductiory Guide to Reflexology with DVD-ROM
Price:
The course fees are for a position in the course and are payable whether the student completes the course or not. Upon enrolling in the course, the student (and guarantor/s) becomes liable to the institute for the full course fees.
To secure a position in the course, student's must pay a minimum non-refundable course deposit of 10% of the 'Discounted Upfront Payment Price' (listed below).
Diploma of Beauty Therapy Distance:
Discounted Upfront Payment Price: $9,990.00
- Non-Refundable Course Deposit: $999.00
- Balance Due on Course Commencement Date: $8,991.00
Full Course Cost (Payment Plan): $10,989.00
- Non-Refundable Course Deposit: $999.00
- Balance paid in weekly direct debit installments (with Ezypay) over course duration: $9,990.00
Additional Costs/Required Equipment:
- Basic stationary - e.g. pens, pencil & rubber, colour pencils, highlighters.
- It is highly recommended that you have your own beauty/massage table at home to enable you to practice.
- Beauty products - you will be provided with some supplier contacts for products and may be eligible for student prices
- Transport and accomodation to attend practical training intensive blocks. Dates to be coordinated with your tutor.
How do I Enrol?
Please contact us on (07) 55 938 335 to request an enrolment pack for this course.
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