ANZSCO 451111
Beauty Therapist
General information, not immigration advice. Data as at 2026-10-22.
About this occupation
ANZSCO 2022Provides skin analyses, facial therapies, skin-care treatments and body treatments such as massage to clients.
Specialisations
- Electrologist (Hair Remover)
- Manicurist
- Nail Technician
Unit group 4511
Beauty Therapists
Beauty Therapists provide skin analyses, facial therapies, skin-care treatments and body treatments such as massage to clients.
Indicative skill level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with the qualifications and experience outlined below.
In Australia
- AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In New Zealand
- NZQF Level 4 qualification, or at least three years of relevant experience (ANZSCO Skill Level 3)
In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.
Tasks include
- Discussing client needs, analysing skin characteristics and advising on suitable skin care, treatments and application of make-up
- Applying general cosmetic and corrective make-up
- Performing manicures and pedicures including decorative nail art, application of artificial nails, nail repair, and other specialised hand and foot treatments
- Performing facial and body treatments such as massages
- Treating unwanted hair through waxing, bleaching, tinting, depilation and electrolysis
- Evaluating beauty therapy processes and products
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- Receiving bookings, arranging appointments and maintaining client records
- Providing advice on and selling cosmetic products
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, ANZSCO 2022. CC BY 4.0.
ANZSCO 2022 (the edition the CSOL uses for the 482 and 186 visas)
Title in this edition: Beauty Therapist, skill level 3
- Major group
- 4 Community and Personal Service Workers
- Sub-major group
- 45 Sports and Personal Service Workers
- Minor group
- 451 Personal Service and Travel Workers
- Unit group
- 4511 Beauty Therapists
The title and groups are the same in ANZSCO 2013 v1.2 and ANZSCO 2022.
Occupation Shortage List (2026)
- National rating
- Shortage
- Confidence
- Clear
- Rated on
- ANZSCO 2022
Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2026 Occupation Shortage List - 6 digit ANZSCO and OSCA, released 21 October 2026. CC BY 4.0.
Possible visa options
Visas that Beauty Therapist may be eligible for through its skilled list placement. Being on a list is one requirement; each visa has others (points, age, English, nomination or sponsorship).
| Visa | Stay | MLTSSL | STSOL | ROL | CSOL | Instrument |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Skills in Demand (subclass 482) - Core Skills stream | Temporary (Up to 4 years) | MLTSSL not used for this visa | STSOL not used for this visa | ROL not used for this visa | On CSOL | LIN 24/089, s 6(3) |
| Employer Nomination Scheme visa (subclass 186) - Direct Entry Pathway | Permanent | MLTSSL not used for this visa | STSOL not used for this visa | ROL not used for this visa | On CSOL | LIN 24/093, s 7(1) |
✓ the occupation is on a list this visa uses · ✗ this visa uses the list but the occupation is not on it · — the visa does not use this list. Source: Australian Government Department of Home Affairs, visa pages, CC BY 3.0 AU.
Average salary, May 2025
Unit group 4511 Beauty therapists (ANZSCO 2022). all employees, Average weekly total cash earnings.
| Average weekly earnings | Average age | |
|---|---|---|
| All employees | $794.00 | 37.9 |
| Males | $751.60 | 36.7 (estimate has a relative standard error of 25% to 50% and should be used with caution) |
| Females | $799.80 | 38.0 |
Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia, May 2025: data cube 63060DO011_202505 (Table 1), released 23 January 2026. CC BY 4.0.
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Scan to get the appSource: Australian Bureau of Statistics, ANZSCO (CC BY 4.0). Source: Department of Home Affairs, Skilled occupation list (CC BY 4.0). Source: Jobs and Skills Australia, 2026 Occupation Shortage List. © Commonwealth of Australia, CC BY 4.0. Source: Australian Bureau of Statistics, Employee Earnings and Hours, Australia, May 2025. © Commonwealth of Australia, CC BY 4.0. Search another occupation