Fees & Dates

Explore our upcoming course intake dates, tuition fees and flexible payment options to help you plan your studies with confidence. Find detailed fee information for each qualification, along with short courses, additional charges and everything you need to know before getting started.

Key Dates

Below are the 2027 intake periods for the courses.

Term Term Duration Census
Term 1, 2027 25 January to 11 April 2027 9 Feb 2027
Term 2, 2027 12 April to 27 June 2027 27 April 2027
Term 3, 2027 12 July to 26 September 2027 27 July 2027
Term 4, 2027 27 September to 12 December 2027 12 October 2027

 

Additional intake dates are available. Please call us on 1300277785 or email us on enrolments@aabt.com.au to enrol.

2027 Course Fees

Beauty Business (Dual Diploma)

Course Duration Tuition fees per Term Total Tuition Fees
SHB50121- Diploma of Beauty Therapy

SHB50216- Diploma of Salon Management

12 Months (Full Time), or 24 Months (Part Time) $4,996.00 $19,984.00
$3,330.00 $13,320.00
Total course cost: $33,304.00
This course may be fully covered by VET Student Loans (for eligible students), with flexible payment plan options also available.

 

Diploma of Beauty Therapy

Course Duration Tuition fees per Term Total Tuition Fees
SHB50121-Diploma of Beauty Therapy 12 Months (Full Time), or

24 Months (Part Time)

$6,496.00 $25,984.0
$19,984.00 may be covered by VET Student Loans (for eligible students), with flexible payment plan options also available for the gap fees-$6000, or full program costs.

 

Diploma of Salon Management

Course Duration Tuition fees per Term Total Tuition Fees
SHB50216-Diploma of Salon Management 12 Months (Full Time) $3,330.00 $13,320.00
This course may be fully covered by VET Student Loans (for eligible students), with flexible payment plan options also available.

 

Advanced Laser IPL and Dermal Therapies – Total course cost: $16,000.00

Course Duration Tuition fees per Term Total Tuition Fees
AABT5022 -Advanced Laser IPL and Dermal Therapies 12 Months (Full Time) $4,000.00 $16,000.00
AABT5022 -Advanced Laser IPL and Dermal Therapies – for current AABT students 12 Months (Full Time) $3,000.00 $12,000.00
Flexible payment plan options are available.

 

Beauty Business Upgrade

Upgrade from: SHB50115 or SHB40121

Course Duration Tuition fees per Term Total Tuition Fees
SHB50121- Diploma of Beauty Therapy

 

SHB50216- Diploma of Salon Management

12 Months (Full Time), or
24 Months (Part Time)
$3,750.00 $15,000.00
$1,427.50 $5,710.00
Total course cost: $20,710.00
This course may be fully covered by VET Student Loans (for eligible students), with flexible payment plan options also available.

 

Diploma of Beauty Therapy Upgrade

Upgrade from: SHB50115 or SHB40121

Course Duration Tuition fees per Term Total Tuition Fees
SHB50121-Diploma of Beauty Therapy 12 Months (Full Time), or

24 Months (Part Time)

$3,750.00 $15,000.00
This course may be fully covered by VET Student Loans (for eligible students), with flexible payment plan options also available.

 

Beauty Business Upgrade

Upgrade from: SHB30121 (Cert III in Beauty Services)

Course Duration Tuition fees per Term Total Tuition Fees
 SHB50121- Diploma of Beauty Therapy

SHB50216- Diploma of Salon Management

12 Months (Full Time), or

24 Months (Part Time)

$4,996.00 $19,984.00
$1,541.50 $6,166.00
Total course cost: $26,150.00
This course may be fully covered by VET Student Loans (for eligible students), with flexible payment plan options also available.

 

Short Courses
Course Duration Tuition fees Total Tuition Fees
SHBBMUP008 Apply Eyelash Extensions 3 Months $2300 $2300
Flexible payment plan options are available

 

Course Duration Tuition fees Total Tuition Fees
SHBBFAS004 Provide Lash and Brow Treatments 3 Months $800 $800
Upfront Payment

 

Course Duration Tuition fees Total Tuition Fees
SHBBMUP009 Design and Apply Makeup 3 Months $1500 $1500
Flexible payment plan options are available

 

Course Duration Tuition fees Total Tuition Fees
SHBBINF002 Maintain Infection Control Standards 3 Months $800 $800
Upfront Payment

 

Additional Fees & Charges
Item Cost Total Cost
Cost of Graduation Ceremony $165 $165

 

Item Cost Total Cost
Student Academy Uniform

 

Pant-$55

Top-$55

Cardigan-$90

 

$200

 

Item Fees Total Fees
Re-issue of lost Certificate $50 $50

 

 

Item Fees Total Fees
Re-assessment fee – for late or missed assessments without prior approval $150X4 $600

 

Fees Information
  • These fees and charges are subject to change. Once a student is enrolled and has started a Course there will not be any increase in fees for that course as long as the course is completed within the expected timeframe.
  • These fees and charges are current for 2027. The Academy will not accept payment more than $1500 pre-payment of fees.
  • Interest-Any fees not paid in full at the scheduled course completion date will attract a 10% interest charge paid monthly on the outstanding balance.
  • Deposit– No deposit is required for our courses
  • Refunds- Please see our refund policy in our student handbook and as a separate document on this website
  • Cooling off period-Students have rights as a consumer under Australia’s Consumer Protection Laws including a 2 day cooling off period from enrolment.
  • Consumer Protection and Guarantee – If Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser cancels or ceases to provide planned training, Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser must issue a full refund for any services not yet provided. The basis for determining “services not yet provided” is to be based on the units of competency completed by the student and which can be issued in a statement of attainment at the time the service is ceased. Students’ undertaking a vocational education and training course are protected under Australian Consumer Law and under State and Territory consumer protection laws. These protections include areas such as unfair contract terms, the consumer guarantees, to statutory a cooling-off period, and unscrupulous sales practices. More information about consumer rights can be accessed from the Australian Consumer Law website which includes a range of helpful guides relating to specific areas of protection. Please visit the following site for more information: Australian Consumer Law.
  • Students who are unhappy with Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser arrangements for the collection and refunding of tuition fees are entitled to lodge a complaint. This should occur in accordance with Australian Academy of Beauty Dermal and Laser complaints policy and procedure (ref to Complaints Handling).

Academy Fees FAQS

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions about fees, charges. If you have any other questions, feel free to get in touch with us.

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Can I pay for the course instead of using VET Student Loans?

Yes, you can pay for your fee’s rather than using a VET Student Loan. We have no interest payment plans available.

How do I pay my course fee?

We use Ezidebit and can organise weekly, fortnightly or monthly payments.

Are there any additional costs?

Yes, uniform costs and graduation costs are extra charges and payable on enrolment. All resources required for the course are provided but you may wish to purchase your own kits to use at home.

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