SHB20121 / SHB30221

Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics / Certificate III in Make-Up

Embark upon a career in the make up and retail cosmetics industry with this dual qualification. You will gain experience and practical skills that assists with developing a career as a make up artist and a retail cosmetic sales consultant.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane Gold Coast

WAYS TO STUDY TAFE at School

NEXT INTAKE Start date: 14 Jul 2025 Duration: 6 terms View all intakes

WHAT YOU'LL PAY

TAFE at School Subsidised Fee

$1,945

TAFE at School Full Fee

$3,115 - $5,415

Course overview

Kick start your career in the beauty industry with this dual qualification in make-up and retail cosmetics. You'll develop the practical skills required to become a cosmetic assistant or make-up artist.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the beauty therapy industry is currently experiencing strong growth with around 5,000 job openings expected over the next five years. Employers are looking for qualified candidates who are reliable, well presented, and interact well with others.

During this course you will learn make-up application techniques from foundation skills through to advanced techniques such as photographic, airbrushing, remedial camouflage and creative makeup. Collaboration with hair stylists, photographers, beauty therapists and other make-up artists while training will further enhance your skills and employability opportunities.

Successful completion of the course will qualify you to work as a make-up artist as part of a team or on a freelance basis in settings such as make-up studios, retail cosmetic counters, fashion and media sets, and photography studios.

What can I do?

Make Up Artist
Retail Cosmetic Assistant

Course outcome:

SHB20121 / SHB30221 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics / Certificate III in Make-Up

Partnership with Huxley School of Makeup

TAFE Queensland has partnered with the award winning, internationally accredited Huxley School of Makeup for delivery on the Gold Coast. Students gain world class education in a fun and exciting learning environment. We put theory into practice, which is why we believe in real-world learning environments. With access to real industry-standard professional studios, you will graduate with confidence, knowing you have all the skills you need to get right to work.

Real-world learning environments

At TAFE Queensland, you won't be confined to a classroom. With industry-standard learning facilities, including a beauty salon that is open to the public, you'll receive practical, real-world experience.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete units as per the list below.

SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics
To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 15 units:
Core Competencies: 9
Elective Competencies: 6

SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up
To achieve this qualification you will need to complete 15 units:
Core Competencies: 8
Elective Competencies: 7

Please note that some units listed below are recognised in both qualifications either as core or elective, you will only need to complete these units once to satisfy the requirements of this dual award.

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics

SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics

UNIT CODE
SHBBCCS004

Demonstrate retail skin care products

UNIT CODE :
SHBBCCS004

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to demonstrate skin care products for the purpose of retail cosmetic sales.
UNIT NAME
Demonstrate retail skin care products

UNIT CODE
SHBBCCS005

Advise on beauty products and services

UNIT CODE :
SHBBCCS005

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to advise clients on a range of professional beauty products and services.
UNIT NAME
Advise on beauty products and services

UNIT CODE
SHBBMUP009

Design and apply make-up

UNIT CODE :
SHBBMUP009

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply facial make-up products for day, evening or special occasions.
UNIT NAME
Design and apply make-up

UNIT CODE
SHBXCCS007

Conduct salon financial transactions

UNIT CODE :
SHBXCCS007

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct financial transactions for the sale of products and services within a personal services environment.
UNIT NAME
Conduct salon financial transactions

UNIT CODE
SHBXIND003

Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

UNIT CODE :
SHBXIND003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in a personal services environment by integrating knowledge of workplace rights and responsibilities and organisational policies and procedures, and by using effective team and individual work practices to plan and organise daily work activities.
UNIT NAME
Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

UNIT CODE
SHBXIND005

Communicate as part of a salon team

UNIT CODE :
SHBXIND005

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work as part of a team in a salon or retail cosmetics environment. It requires the ability to communicate with colleagues and senior staff and actively participate in a team work environment.
UNIT NAME
Communicate as part of a salon team

UNIT CODE
SHBXWHS003

Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

UNIT CODE :
SHBXWHS003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to follow safe practices to minimise risks to self, client and colleagues in a salon environment.
UNIT NAME
Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

UNIT CODE
SIRXIND003

Organise personal work requirements

UNIT CODE :
SIRXIND003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to organise and prioritise individual work requirements. It requires the ability to identify tasks for completion, complete tasks according to workplace requirements and respond to changes in personal work requirements.
UNIT NAME
Organise personal work requirements

UNIT CODE
SIRXOSM002

Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms

UNIT CODE :
SIRXOSM002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source information on, and work according to, a range of ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms for business purposes.
UNIT NAME
Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms

SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up

SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up

UNIT CODE
SHBBMUP009

Design and apply make-up

UNIT CODE :
SHBBMUP009

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply facial make-up products for day, evening or special occasions.
UNIT NAME
Design and apply make-up

UNIT CODE
SHBBMUP010

Design and apply make-up for photography

UNIT CODE :
SHBBMUP010

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design and apply make-up for photographic shoots in natural and artificial light.
UNIT NAME
Design and apply make-up for photography

UNIT CODE
SHBBMUP013

Design and apply creative make-up

UNIT CODE :
SHBBMUP013

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to respond to a client brief to design and apply make-up for specialised looks that use creative design and application of make-up.
UNIT NAME
Design and apply creative make-up

UNIT CODE
SHBBRES003

Research and apply beauty industry information

UNIT CODE :
SHBBRES003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access information and update knowledge of the beauty industry and relevant industry legislation.
UNIT NAME
Research and apply beauty industry information

UNIT CODE
SHBXCCS008

Provide salon services to clients

UNIT CODE :
SHBXCCS008

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide a complete customer salon service experience.
UNIT NAME
Provide salon services to clients

UNIT CODE
SHBXIND003

Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

UNIT CODE :
SHBXIND003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in a personal services environment by integrating knowledge of workplace rights and responsibilities and organisational policies and procedures, and by using effective team and individual work practices to plan and organise daily work activities.
UNIT NAME
Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

UNIT CODE
SHBXWHS003

Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

UNIT CODE :
SHBXWHS003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to follow safe practices to minimise risks to self, client and colleagues in a salon environment.
UNIT NAME
Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

UNIT CODE
SIRXOSM002

Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms

UNIT CODE :
SIRXOSM002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source information on, and work according to, a range of ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms for business purposes.
UNIT NAME
Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms

UNIT CODE
UNIT NAME

SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics

SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics

UNIT CODE
BSBSUS211

Participate in sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE :
BSBSUS211

Unit description :
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to measure, support and find opportunities to improve the sustainability of work practices.
UNIT NAME
Participate in sustainable work practices

UNIT CODE
SHBBINF002

Maintain infection control standards

UNIT CODE :
SHBBINF002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain infection control during skin penetration treatments and to review clinic compliance with the applicable state or territory and local council requirements.
UNIT NAME
Maintain infection control standards

UNIT CODE
SHBBMUP010

Design and apply make-up for photography

UNIT CODE :
SHBBMUP010

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design and apply make-up for photographic shoots in natural and artificial light.
UNIT NAME
Design and apply make-up for photography

UNIT CODE
SHBBRES003

Research and apply beauty industry information

UNIT CODE :
SHBBRES003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access information and update knowledge of the beauty industry and relevant industry legislation.
UNIT NAME
Research and apply beauty industry information

UNIT CODE
SIRRINV001

Receive and handle retail stock

UNIT CODE :
SIRRINV001

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to receive and store retail stock. It requires the ability to check stock quality and quantity against order requirements; store or present stock correctly; and maintain cleanliness of stock-handling areas.
UNIT NAME
Receive and handle retail stock

UNIT CODE
SIRXOSM003

Use social media and online tools

UNIT CODE :
SIRXOSM003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement the use of social media and online platforms for organisational purposes. It requires the ability to identify the objectives for online communications, create and post relevant content to promote engagement with the organisation, and to engage professionally with customers.

Pre-requisite unit :
SIRXOSM002
UNIT NAME
Use social media and online tools

SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up

SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up

UNIT CODE
SHBBCCS005

Advise on beauty products and services

UNIT CODE :
SHBBCCS005

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to advise clients on a range of professional beauty products and services.
UNIT NAME
Advise on beauty products and services

UNIT CODE
SHBBINF002

Maintain infection control standards

UNIT CODE :
SHBBINF002

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain infection control during skin penetration treatments and to review clinic compliance with the applicable state or territory and local council requirements.
UNIT NAME
Maintain infection control standards

UNIT CODE
SHBBMUP011

Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up

UNIT CODE :
SHBBMUP011

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply specialised make-up products to disguise skin imperfections on the face and body.
UNIT NAME
Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up

UNIT CODE
SHBBMUP012

Apply airbrushed make-up

UNIT CODE :
SHBBMUP012

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply airbrushed make-up for face or body.
UNIT NAME
Apply airbrushed make-up

UNIT CODE
SHBBMUP014

Work collaboratively on make-up productions

UNIT CODE :
SHBBMUP014

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to collaborate with hair stylists, photographers and make-up professionals on make-up productions.
UNIT NAME
Work collaboratively on make-up productions

UNIT CODE
SHBXCCS007

Conduct salon financial transactions

UNIT CODE :
SHBXCCS007

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct financial transactions for the sale of products and services within a personal services environment.
UNIT NAME
Conduct salon financial transactions

UNIT CODE
SIRXOSM003

Use social media and online tools

UNIT CODE :
SIRXOSM003

Unit description :
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to implement the use of social media and online platforms for organisational purposes. It requires the ability to identify the objectives for online communications, create and post relevant content to promote engagement with the organisation, and to engage professionally with customers.

Pre-requisite unit :
SIRXOSM002
UNIT NAME
Use social media and online tools

Note: For some courses, not all electives are available at all campuses.

Ways to study

Choose your study location

On campus with some online

You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more
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On Campus

You'll learn face to face with a teacher in a classroom or simulated workplace environment. You may access learning materials through our online learning management system Connect. Learn more
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CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank	On campus with some online	14 Jul 2025	6 terms	Part time 1 day per week	TAFE at School Full Fee: $3,115 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
South Bank On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 14 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $3,115 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
South Bank	On campus with some online	02 Feb 2026	6 terms	Part time 1 day per week	TAFE at School Full Fee: $3,115 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
South Bank On campus with some online Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 20% On Campus Time 80% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 02 Feb 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $3,115 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. Online, On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

CAMPUS	STUDY MODE	START DATE	DURATION	WORKLOAD	WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Huxley School of Makeup, Burleigh Heads	On Campus	15 Jul 2025	6 terms	Part time 1 day per week Tuesday	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $1,945 A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,415 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
Huxley School of Makeup, Burleigh Heads On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 15 Jul 2025 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week Tuesday The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,415 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply
Huxley School of Makeup, Burleigh Heads	On Campus	02 Feb 2026	6 terms	Part time 1 day per week	TAFE at School Subsidised Fee: $1,945 A government initiative covering some or all of course fees for eligible High School students also studying at TAFE. Learn more TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,415 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. More Apply
Huxley School of Makeup, Burleigh Heads On Campus Online Time How much of the course will be delivered online. 0% On Campus Time 100% START DATE The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 02 Feb 2026 The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. DURATION The total length of time it takes to complete the course. 6 terms The total length of time it takes to complete the course. Workload The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. Part time 1 day per week The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week. WHAT YOU'LL PAY TAFE at School Full Fee: $5,415 This is the total course fee for High School students also studying at TAFE. Class format Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. Teacher-led, Scheduled Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time. VIRTUAL CLASS Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). No Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom). ASSESSMENT The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. On-Campus The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement. TEACHER COMMS The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course. Less Ask a question Apply

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You must be a Year 11 or 12 student enrolled at a participating high school, in some instances Year 10 students may be considered. In addition, the duration of your TAFE at School course cannot be longer than your remaining high school studies. Speak to your high school guidance counsellor or careers advisor for more information.

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Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics / Certificate III in Make-Up (SHB20121 / SHB30221)

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Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics / Certificate III in Make-Up

COURSE CODE: SHB20121 / SHB30221

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help.

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

You must be in year 10 or 11 and be attending high school.

Selection criteria

You must be in year 10 or 11 and be attending high school and must have basic literacy, numeracy and computer skills or equivalent to Year 10.

Resources required

Gold Coast Region
You will be required to purchase a make up kit which includes all the resources you will need to participate in this course. The make up kit will incur additional costs of up to $1300.
Payment for the kit is made directly to HUXLEY School of Makeup.

Greater Brisbane Region
You will be required to purchase a TAFE Queensland branded uniform, this may incur additional costs of up to $100.
You may also be required to purchase an equipment kit containing items required for performing beauty services, this may incur additional costs of up to $350.
More details will be provided at time of enrolment or during orientation.

Important information

You should be comfortable with both providing and receiving treatments from other students during the course.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online.

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees, available subsidies, and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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Course overview

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Course outcome:

Partnership with Huxley School of Makeup

Real-world learning environments

Core units

Elective units

South Bank

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Huxley School of Makeup, Burleigh Heads

Huxley School of Makeup, Burleigh Heads

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Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics / Certificate III in Make-Up

Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

Payment plan

Upfront payment

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Important information

Assessment methods

Pathways

University pathways

How to apply

Direct application

Course disclaimer

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Related courses

Certificate III in Beauty Services

Careers

Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Careers

Certificate II in Salon Assistant

Careers