Electrolysis Course- SHBBHRS013 - Provide Hair Reduction Treatments Using Electrical Currents
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It is delivered only by ASQA-registered RTOs and is the only qualification accepted by professional indemnity insurers in every state and territory." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How long does the SHBBHRS013 course take to complete?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "The full program runs across three stages: approximately 30 hours of self-paced online theory, 2 days of face-to-face practical training, and up to 80 hours of monitored logbook practice completed in your own time. Total hours vary by entry stream." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Do I need existing qualifications to enrol?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "No. Dermaskin Academy offers three entry streams: Beauty Therapist (Certificate IV or above), New to Industry (no prior qualifications required), and Healthcare Professional (AHPRA registered or allied health background). Each stream has a different unit and hour requirement." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How much does the electrolysis course cost?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Course investment starts from $3,199 AUD and varies by entry stream. Payment plans are available, and clinics enrolling two or more practitioners are eligible for group pricing." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "How many students are in each practical training block?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Every face-to-face practical block is capped at a maximum of 6 students, so each student receives direct, individual instruction from Kelly Dermody, an ASQA-registered Trainer and Assessor and ABIC Senior Endorsed Educator." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "Where are the practical training dates held?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Practical blocks run throughout the year in Sydney as well as Gold Coast, Perth, Melbourne, and Adelaide. Online theory begins immediately on enrolment regardless of when practical dates fall." } }, { "@type": "Question", "name": "What is the difference between this course and an electrolysis workshop?", "acceptedAnswer": { "@type": "Answer", "text": "Workshop certificates and manufacturer training sessions are not nationally accredited and are not accepted by professional indemnity insurers. SHBBHRS013 is delivered by an ASQA-registered RTO and is the only qualification recognised by regulators and insurers across every Australian state and territory." } } ] } Electrolysis is the only form of permanent hair removal. It uses a fine probe to deliver an electrical current into individual hair follicles — destroying the hair growth centre and preventing future growth. Effective for all hair colours and all skin types. Also offered · Skills Refresh — One Day Intensive for existing practitioners → Course Investment From $3,199 AUD Varies by entry stream · Payment plans available ✓ Online theory starts immediately on enrolment ✓ Practical blocks run throughout the year — max 6 students Contact Kelly for next available date → SHBBHRS013 is the sole nationally accredited Electrolysis qualification in Australia. Delivered by an ASQA-registered RTO, it is the only qualification accepted by professional indemnity insurers in every state and territory. How This Course Is Delivered This course is structured across three stages. Moving through each stage you are supported with weekly Zoom sessions and ongoing logbook monitoring and feedback. Stage 1 Online Theory •Approx. 30 hours•Self-paced learner guide•Knowledge activities & quizzes•Weekly flexible Zoom sessions•Complete in your own time Stage 2 Face-to-Face Intensive •2 days hands-on training•Maximum 6 students•Supervised practical skills•Sydney + interstate dates Stage 3 Monitored Logbook •Up to 80 hours•Real client practice•Ongoing feedback throughout•Complete at your own clinic or space Total program: Approx. 30 hours online theory + 2 days face-to-face + up to 80 hours monitored logbook. Flexible within your own timeline. What You Will Learn This unit covers all performance criteria, knowledge and skills required to perform Electrolysis safely, effectively and legally — face and body, all hair colours, all skin types. State and territory health, hygiene and skin penetration regulations Hair structure, the growth cycle and its relationship to permanent reduction Hair types, follicle characteristics and all factors affecting hair growth Client consultation, medical history review and treatment planning Identifying and managing contraindications — when to treat, restrict or refer Galvanic, thermolysis and blend modalities — how each works and when to use each Electrical current physics — direct current, alternating current and the electrolytic process Probe selection, sizing and accurate insertion technique Patch test procedure and skin reaction assessment Infection control, sterilisation and sharps disposal to clinical standard Post-treatment care, aftercare and client rebooking Treatment documentation and professional record keeping Prerequisites To enrol in SHBBHRS013 you must also hold: SHBBINF002 — Maintain Infection Control Standards (included in all Dermaskin streams if not already held) New to industry students additionally require: SHBBSSC001 — Incorporate Knowledge of Skin Structure and Functions into Beauty Therapy SHBBSSC002 — Incorporate Knowledge of Body Structures and Functions into Beauty Therapy All prerequisite units are available through Dermaskin Academy. Contact us and we will confirm exactly what you need before you enrol. Find Your Entry Stream Dermaskin Academy offers three entry streams so your existing qualifications are recognised and your time is not wasted repeating what you already know. Stream Background Units Online hrs Face-to-face Logbook Stream 1Beauty Therapist Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy or above 2 ~30 hrs 2 days 80 hrs Stream 2New to Industry No prior qualifications required 4 ~60 hrs 2 days 80 hrs Stream 3Healthcare Professional AHPRA registered or allied health background 3 ~40 hrs 2 days 80 hrs Not sure which stream applies to you? Visit our Electrolysis Course Pathways page or contact Kelly directly at [email protected] Upcoming Practical Training Dates Online theory begins as soon as you enrol. Face-to-face practical dates are below. Sydney 6-8 July 20-21 July 3-5 August 17-18 August 12-13 August 7-8 September 18-19 September 20-21 October 16-17 November 7-9 December Other Locations Gold Coast 21-22 September Perth 23-24 November Melbourne 29-30 August Adelaide 9-10 November Contact us to confirm our next available date → Why Train with Dermaskin Academy Every practical block is capped at a maximum of 6 students — not 12, not 20. Just 6. ✓100% student completion rate across all accredited courses✓Train personally with Kelly Dermody, Australian Nationally Accredited Trainer & Assessor and ABIC Senior Endorsed Educator✓Three entry streams — designed around your existing qualifications✓Online theory + weekly Zoom support + face-to-face + monitored logbook✓Sydney and interstate training dates available✓Our support does not end at graduation How Dermaskin Academy Compares Not all Electrolysis training is equal — and the difference matters legally, ethically and professionally. Dermaskin Other RTOs Workshops ASQA accredited (SHBBHRS013) ✓ ✓ ✗ Accepted by insurers ✓ ✓ ✗ Max 6 students per intake ✓ ✗ ✗ Delivers every session ✓ ✗ ✗ Three entry streams ✓ Varies ✗ Monitored logbook support ✓ Varies ✗ Lifetime graduate support ✓ ✗ ✗ Sydney + interstate dates ✓ State only ✗ Workshop certificates and manufacturer training sessions do not meet the SHBBHRS013 standard. Only an ASQA-registered RTO can issue the qualification that insurers and regulators require. Choose your provider carefully — your registration, insurance and professional reputation depend on it. Electrolysis Skills Refresh Electrolysis Skills Refresh — One Day Intensive For existing Electrologists and Beauty Therapists who want to sharpen their technique, revisit theory, or build confidence with a new modality — without committing to full accreditation. Maximum 6 participants. This one-day intensive is designed for practitioners who already have exposure to Electrolysis and want to upskill, refresh or refine. Please note that this is not an accredited qualification — but a certificate of completion and attendance is provided. What the day covers Theory review — hair growth cycles, modality selection, skin reactions Hands-on practical technique — insertion, current settings, probe selection Working with difficult hair types and follicle depths Client consultation and contraindication management Infection control refresher to current NSW Health standards Who this is for Electrologists returning to practice after a break Beauty therapists with prior electrolysis exposure seeking a formal refresh Practitioners wanting to expand their modality skills before committing to accreditation Clinic owners upskilling existing staff This course does not result in SHBBHRS013 accreditation. For the nationally recognised qualification, see the accredited course above. Enquire about the next available date: [email protected] or 0450 306 180 View Full Skills Refresh Course Page → Clinic & Group Enrolment Training two or more practitioners? Clinics enrolling two or more practitioners are eligible for special group pricing. Each person can enrol in a different stream depending on their background. Contact Kelly for a custom quote. Enquire → Ready to Become Australia's Next Qualified Electrologist? Enrol above or contact Kelly directly to discuss which stream is right for your background. [email protected] or 0450 306 180 Practical blocks fill quickly. Maximum 6 students per intake — secure your place early.
