Diploma of Salon Management

Description

SHB50216 – Diploma of Salon Management

Introduction

The SHB50216 – Diploma of Salon Management is a nationally recognized qualification designed for individuals looking to manage or own a beauty, hairdressing, or wellness salon. This course equips students with advanced business, leadership, and customer service skills, enabling them to effectively operate and grow a successful salon business.

Whether you’re an experienced beauty professional, a hairstylist, or someone interested in salon operations, this diploma provides the essential knowledge and skills to take your career to the next level.

Course Overview

The Diploma of Salon Management focuses on key areas such as:

✔ Business and financial management – Budgeting, sales, and profit maximization
✔ Salon operations and workflow – Managing daily salon activities efficiently
✔ Marketing and customer service – Attracting and retaining clients through promotions and branding
✔ Leadership and team management – Recruiting, training, and managing salon staff
✔ Workplace health and safety compliance – Ensuring a safe and legally compliant salon environment
✔ Stock control and inventory management – Effective handling of salon supplies

This course combines practical training and business theory, ensuring graduates can confidently step into management or entrepreneurial roles in the beauty and wellness industry.

Who Should Enroll in This Course?

✔ Salon owners or managers wanting to improve their business operations
✔ Experienced beauty and hair professionals looking for leadership roles
✔ Entrepreneurs planning to start a beauty, hair, or spa business
✔ Individuals seeking RPL certification to fast-track their qualification

If you have prior industry experience, you may qualify for Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), allowing you to obtain the diploma without classroom study.

Core Skills & Learning Outcomes

By completing this course, students will gain expertise in:

✔ Salon business management – Handling finances, sales, and customer relations
✔ Staff supervision and leadership – Hiring, training, and motivating teams
✔ Marketing and branding – Creating promotional campaigns to attract clients
✔ Workplace safety and compliance – Ensuring a safe and legally compliant salon
✔ Retail and product sales – Maximizing salon revenue through effective sales strategies
✔ Client relationship management – Building a strong customer base and increasing retention
✔ Stock control and budgeting – Managing expenses and improving profitability

These skills prepare graduates for leadership positions in salons, spas, and wellness centers, or to start their own salon business.

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of this diploma can work as:

✔ Salon Manager – Leading daily operations and team management
✔ Spa Manager – Overseeing wellness and luxury spa services
✔ Beauty Business Owner – Running a successful salon or spa business
✔ Retail Store Manager – Managing beauty and hair product sales
✔ Salon Coordinator – Handling customer relations and workflow management
✔ Franchise Owner – Running a salon under a well-known beauty brand

With additional training, graduates can specialize in luxury beauty services, skincare clinics, or high-end salon management.

Entry Requirements

To enroll in this diploma, students must:

✔ Be at least 16 years old
✔ Have basic English and numeracy skills
✔ Have industry experience in beauty, hairdressing, or wellness services

For those with prior work experience, RPL certification provides a fast-track qualification without the need for formal study.

If you have experience in salon management or business operations, you can apply for RPL assessment and get your qualification without attending classes.