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Hairdressing and Beauty Services

Spent years behind the chair, in the treatment room, or running a salon? That client-facing experience is real technical skill. ATSR helps hairdressing and beauty professionals turn salon experience into a Nationally Recognised Qualification.
Popular Qualifications

Most Requested Certificates

SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics
SHB20121Certificate II
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics

SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics RPL turns your retail beauty experience into a nationally recognised qualification.

Key Metrics: 15 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Retail Cosmetics AssistantRetail Sales ConsultantSales Assistant (General)
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SHB20216 Certificate II in Salon Assistant
SHB20216Certificate II
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB20216 Certificate II in Salon Assistant

SHB20216 Certificate II in Salon Assistant: turn your salon experience into a nationally recognised qualification through RPL with ATSR.

Key Metrics: 12 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Salon Assistant
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SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services
SHB30121Certificate III
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services

SHB30121 Certificate III in Beauty Services RPL turns your salon experience into a nationally recognised qualification with ATSR.

Key Metrics: 18 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Beautician
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SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up
SHB30221Certificate III
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up

SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up RPL turns real make-up artistry experience into a nationally recognised qualification.

Key Metrics: 15 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Make Up ArtistSpecialist Make-Up Artist (Creative)
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SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology
SHB30321Certificate III
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology

SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology RPL turns your years of nail salon experience into a nationally recognised qualification.

Key Metrics: 15 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Nail TechnicianSpecialist Nail Technician
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SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing
SHB30416Certificate III
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing

SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing RPL turns years behind the chair into a nationally recognised, ASQA-registered qualification.

Key Metrics: 28 units of competency
Typical Roles:
HairdresserMen's Hairdresser
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SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering
SHB30516Certificate III
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering

SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering: turn your barbering experience into a nationally recognised qualification through RPL.

Key Metrics: 26 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Barber
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SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
SHB40121Certificate IV
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy RPL turns real salon treatment experience into a nationally recognised beauty qualification.

Key Metrics: 23 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Beauty TherapistSenior Beauty Therapist
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SHB40216 Certificate IV in Hairdressing
SHB40216Certificate IV
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB40216 Certificate IV in Hairdressing

Get your senior hairdressing experience recognised: SHB40216 Certificate IV in Hairdressing via RPL, nationally accredited.

Key Metrics: 11 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Senior HairdresserSession StylistTechnical Advisor
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SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy
SHB50121Diploma
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Turn your salon and beauty experience into the SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy through RPL, a nationally accredited qualification.

Key Metrics: 29 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Senior Beauty TherapistBeautician (Small Business)
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SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management
SHB50216Diploma
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management

SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management: turn your salon leadership experience into a nationally recognised qualification through RPL.

Key Metrics: 10 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Salon ManagerHairdressing Salon OwnerBeauty Therapy Salon Manager
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SHB60221 Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy
SHB60221Advanced Diploma
Industry: Hairdressing and Beauty Services

SHB60221 Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy

SHB60221 Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy RPL: get your clinical skin treatment expertise formally recognised as a nationally recognised qualification.

Key Metrics: 15 units of competency
Typical Roles:
Senior Beauty TherapistBeauty Therapy Salon ManagerIPL and Laser Therapist (Hair Reduction)
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Looking to move from stylist to salon owner?

Our Navigators can map your hairdressing or beauty experience to the right SHB qualification pathway for your career goals.
How It Works

The Navigator's Path to Salon Recognition

A step-by-step pathway to formal recognition of your salon experience.

Collect Your Evidence

Using your personalised checklist, gather evidence that demonstrates your skills and experience. This may include employment records, certificates, photos, videos, or supervisor references. Your Navigator will guide you every step of the way.
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Receive Your Enrolment & RPL Docs

We’ll send your Enrolment Form and LLN Assessment to complete first. Following that, you’ll receive your Self-Assessment Form and Third-Party Verification Form to work through carefully before moving to the next step.
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Submit Your Completed Forms

Complete and sign all required forms, then return them along with your full evidence portfolio. Ensure every section is filled in, all signatures are included, and all supporting documents are attached before submitting.
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Assessment and Competency Review

Your RTO Assessor will review and map your evidence against the required unit competencies. Where further clarification is needed, a competency conversation will be conducted to confirm your knowledge and skills.
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Outcome Issued

Once assessed as competent across all required units, the RTO will formally issue your certificate or Statement of Attainment. Your real-world experience is now officially recognised as a nationally accredited qualification.
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Evidence Examples

Your Chairside Work Is Your Evidence

Submitting proof of your hairdressing or beauty skills is more straightforward than it looks.

Before & After Portfolio

High-resolution photos or video of colour, cutting, styling, or treatment work you've completed.

Client & Treatment Records

Consultation cards, chemical service logs, or treatment plans (appropriately de-identified).

Salon References

Written verification from a salon owner, senior stylist, or clinic manager confirming your technical ability.

Certifications

Colour, laser, or other manufacturer and technical certifications you already hold.

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FAQ

The Answers You Need Before You Start Your Hairdressing and Beauty Recognition
I've been cutting and colouring hair for years without finishing an apprenticeship. Can RPL still assess me?

Yes. RPL assesses your real salon experience against the required competencies regardless of whether you completed a formal apprenticeship — this typically applies to SHB30416 Certificate III in Hairdressing.

Is barbering assessed under the same qualification as general hairdressing?+

No. Barbering-specific skills such as men's cutting, fading, and beard grooming are assessed against SHB30516 Certificate III in Barbering, a distinct qualification from general hairdressing.

I run my own salon. Is there a qualification for the business side, not just the treatments I perform?+

Yes. SHB50216 Diploma of Salon Management is built for people managing salon operations, staff, and client experience, separate from the therapy-specific qualifications.

I only do nails or make-up, not general hairdressing or beauty therapy. Is there still a pathway for me?+

Yes. Specialisations such as SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology and SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up each recognise experience in that specific area on their own.

Join The Thousands of Pros Who Have Secured Their Future With ATSR.

Don’t let your experience go to waste. Get the recognition.
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Industry & Qualification

Tell us about your industry & qualification interest — select an industry or a qualification (at least one).

Work Experience

Tell us about your relevant experience

Timeline & Evidence

Help us understand your urgency and available documents

Personal Information

Your basic details

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