Australian Capital Territory

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT) has not set licensing rules for individuals wanting to practise beauty services. Practitioners are free of licenses and can become professionals once they develop skills.

Non-Regulated Beauty Services in the Australian Capital Territory:

• Massage Therapist
• Nail Technician
• Spray Tanning Technician
• Facialist
• Waxing Technician
• Lash Technician
• Barber
• Hairstylist
• Makeup Artist

Non-Regulated Beauty Services in the Australian Capital Territory

Massage Therapist

Training certifications and other forms of qualifications are not necessary for massage therapists in the ACT. Practitioners can start earning early in the industry as soon as they have the skills.

Nail Technician

Nail techs also don’t have requirements to complete to become recognised professionals in the state. They only need the appropriate nail skills to offer services.

Spray Tanning Technician / Facialist / Waxing Technician / Lash Technician / Barber / Hairstylist

Beauty therapists, barbers and hairstylists are not required professional licenses in the state. They can master the skills through beauty training or experience.

Makeup Artist

Like other beauticians, makeup artists don’t need formal training and are not required any qualifications. They can serve the public if they are equipped with makeup skills.