Beauty Therapist – ANZSCO 451111

Beauty Therapist (ANZSCO 451111) is a skill level 3 occupation assessed by VETASSESS (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services) for Australian skilled migration. It is on the CSOL list and can be used for subclass 482, subclass 186.

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Quick facts

• ANZSCO code: 451111
• Skill level: 3 – Certificate IV, or Certificate III with at least 2 years of on-the-job training, or 3 years of relevant experience.
• Assessing authority: VETASSESS
• Occupation lists: CSOL
• English test for skills assessment: Not required
• ANZSCO unit group: 4511 Beauty Therapists

Beauty Therapist job description and duties

Provides skin analyses, facial therapies, skin-care treatments and body treatments such as massage to clients.

Specialisations: Electrologist (Hair Remover), Manicurist, Nail Technician

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
• Receiving bookings, arranging appointments and maintaining client records
• Providing advice on and selling cosmetic products

Education and 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.

What the assessing authority expects: VETASSESS Group D: minimum AQF Certificate III.

Visa options for Beauty Therapist

Eligible means the occupation is on a list the visa accepts. You still need to meet every other requirement.

• Subclass 189 Skilled Independent: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
• Subclass 190 Skilled Nominated: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL)
• Subclass 491 Skilled Work Regional – State/Territory nominated: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)
• Subclass 491F Skilled Work Regional – Family sponsored: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
• Subclass 485 Temporary Graduate – Post-Vocational Education Work: Not eligible (via MLTSSL)
• Subclass 482 Skills in Demand – Core Skills stream: Eligible (via CSOL)
• Subclass 186 Employer Nomination Scheme – Direct Entry: Eligible (via CSOL)
• Subclass 494 Skilled Employer Sponsored Regional – Employer sponsored: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)
• Subclass 407 Training visa: Not eligible (via MLTSSL / STSOL / ROL)

State and territory nomination for Beauty Therapist

This occupation is not on the federal lists for the 190 or 491 visas, so no state or territory can nominate it. Employer-sponsored visas may still apply.

Skills assessment for Beauty Therapist

VETASSESS checks two things: that your qualification is at the right Australian (AQF) level and in a relevant field, and that you have enough relevant work experience at the right skill level. You need a positive result on both.

The process

1. Pick the right occupation: Match your duties to the occupation description and check its VETASSESS group.
2. Prepare documents: Qualifications, transcripts, employment references, payslips and ID as high-quality colour scans.
3. Apply online: Create a VETASSESS account, upload documents and pay. You can change occupation free within 10 days of payment.
4. Assessment: An officer reviews your file and may ask for more documents (you get 28 days to respond).
5. Outcome: Download your outcome letter and use it for your EOI and visa.

What you need for this occupation

Beauty Therapist is a VETASSESS Group D occupation. You need a qualification at AQF Certificate III level and must meet one of these pathways in full:

• Pathway 1: AQF Certificate IV or higher in a highly relevant field + 1 year of highly relevant post-qualification employment in the last 5 years
• Pathway 2: AQF Certificate IV or higher in a field that is not highly relevant + 2 years of highly relevant post-qualification employment in the last 5 years
• Pathway 3: AQF Certificate III in a highly relevant field + 3 years of highly relevant post-qualification employment in the last 5 years
• Pathway 4: AQF Certificate IV or higher in any field + 4 years of employment at the right skill level, including 1 year of highly relevant employment in the last 5 years

Employment must be paid, 20 or more hours a week and at the right skill level. Official VETASSESS page for Beauty Therapist.

Documents checklist

• Passport bio page
• Degree certificates and full academic transcripts
• Employment reference letters on company letterhead (duties, dates, hours, salary)
• Payslips, tax or bank records for each job
• CV/résumé
• English translations of non-English documents

Key facts

• Fee (full assessment): AUD 1,146 from outside Australia (no GST); AUD 1,260.60 in Australia
• Priority processing: + AUD 863 (outside Australia) / AUD 949.30 (in Australia); about 10 business days
• Outcome valid for: 3 years from the issue date
• Work hours that count: 20 hours or more per week
• Validity for visas: Home Affairs generally accepts an assessment for 3 years unless the letter says otherwise

English language requirement

For the VETASSESS skills assessment

No English test required. No English test is needed for the VETASSESS skills assessment. VETASSESS checks your qualification and employment; your English is tested later, for the visa.

For the visa (189, 190 and 491)

Separately, the visa needs at least Competent English. Minimum scores for tests taken on or after 7 August 2025:

• IELTS (Academic or General): Listening 6.0, Reading 6.0, Writing 6.0, Speaking 6.0
• PTE Academic: Listening 47, Reading 48, Writing 51, Speaking 54
• TOEFL iBT: Listening 16, Reading 16, Writing 19, Speaking 19
• OET: Listening 290, Reading 310, Writing 290, Speaking 330

Proficient English adds 10 points and Superior English adds 20 points in the points test.

Frequently asked questions

What is the ANZSCO code for Beauty Therapist?

The ANZSCO code for Beauty Therapist is 451111. It is a skill level 3 occupation.

Who assesses Beauty Therapist for Australian migration?

Beauty Therapist is assessed by VETASSESS (Vocational Education and Training Assessment Services). You need a positive skills assessment before you can apply for most skilled visas.

Which Australian visas can a Beauty Therapist apply for?

Beauty Therapist is on the CSOL list, so it can be used for: 482 Skills in Demand – Core Skills stream; 186 Employer Nomination Scheme – Direct Entry. You must still meet every other visa requirement.

Do I need an English test for the Beauty Therapist skills assessment?

No. No English test is needed for the VETASSESS skills assessment. VETASSESS checks your qualification and employment; your English is tested later, for the visa.

Sources: Australian Bureau of Statistics ANZSCO 2022 (CC BY 4.0), Department of Home Affairs skilled occupation lists, VETASSESS and state and territory nomination pages. Checked November 2026. General information only, not migration advice. Search all ANZSCO occupations.