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Dec 18 2024

Tradie Turned Trimmer: How a ‘Mafia Movie’ Style Barbershop Transformed John’s Career

Hair, News
By Lauren Streng

There’s a new barber in town – and he’s not your traditional ‘short back and sides’ trimmer. Meet John, Demi International barbering student and

Dec 6 2024

How to Become a Beauty Therapist: A Complete Guide

Beauty
By Ali Porter

Are you passionate about all things beauty and skincare? Dreaming of a career in the booming beauty industry or looking to start a side

Nov 28 2024

How to Become a Barber in Australia: Kickstart Your Career at Demi

Hair
By Jeff Jowett

Ever thought about switching careers or starting a side hustle? Barbering could be your perfect fit. The timeless appeal of visiting the barber is

Nov 6 2024

Queensland’s leading beauty school? It’s Demi International with a 98.1% completion rate

Beauty, News
By Lauren Streng

Ask any student their end goal, and they’ll likely tell you it’s to complete their course and secure employment. So, when selecting a course

Oct 25 2024

Jumpstart your makeup career: training, side hustles and funding

Makeup
By Melissa Christie

Does a career in makeup make you feel like a kid in a candy store? Imagine starting your day with a latte in one

Oct 8 2024

The Australian beauty industry boom: statistics, careers and training for success.

Beauty, News
By Lauren Streng

Are you searching for a job that’s personally and financially rewarding? Does your vision of a dream job involve combining creativity and expert skills?

Aug 25 2024

How to Become a Nail Technician in Australia: Your Future Starts at Demi

Beauty, Nails
By Sandra Smith

Mad about manicures? If you’ve ever dreamt of turning your love for nails into a thriving career, now’s the perfect time to get started.

Aug 13 2024

Start Strong: Study Tips For New Students

Study Tips
By Lauren Streng

Ready to get studying? Here’s how to study effectively, manage your time, seek support, find balance and plan ahead for success.

Aug 1 2024

Kickstart your beauty side hustle today: training, funding and getting started

Beauty, Study Tips
By Lauren Streng

Who isn’t eyeing a side hustle these days? A beauty side hustle can help you build skills and earn some extra cash.

Jul 9 2024

How to Launch Your Beauty Industry Career in Just 1-2 Days Per Week

Beauty
By Lauren Streng

If work, parenting, high school routines or just life in general is limiting your time, you’ll be happy to know our courses only require

Jul 2 2024

Mastering Salon Management For Leadership Career Growth

Management
By Lauren Streng

Salon management isn’t just about scheduling appointments and balancing budgets – it’s the heartbeat of a thriving salon. As the beauty industry in Australia

May 30 2024

How to Become a Remedial Massage Therapist: A Career Guide and Tips for Success

Massage
By Lyn Slade

As the world becomes more mindful of the benefits of natural therapies, disciplines like remedial massage are booming. Natural treatments like these provide patients

Apr 30 2024

How to Become a Hairdresser in Australia: Everything You Need to Know

Hair
By Chelsey Harris

If you’re wondering what it’s like to be a hairdresser and what awaits you once you’re qualified, the news is positive. Hairdressers, also known

Mar 27 2024

Is a Facial Course the Best Way to Begin Your Beauty Career?

Beauty
By Lauren Streng

Facials are one thing that’s never gone out of style. And with so much emphasis today on skincare and looking and feeling our best,

Feb 28 2024

How to Become a Body Piercer in Australia? From Trainee to Studio Owner

Infection Control
By Melissa Johnson

As one of the most popular forms of body art and modification, it’s no wonder that qualified body piercers are in demand. And if

Feb 23 2024

How To Become a Tattoo Artist: Designing Your New Career

Infection Control
By Melissa Johnson

Looking for a career that’s a little outside of the box? Working as a tattoo artist is a varied, creative and satisfying path to

Feb 5 2024

Unleash Your Creativity: 10 Amazing Career Opportunities in the Beauty Industry

Beauty
By Lauren Streng

The beauty industry is booming. And as a continually expanding field, it has new professions and services constantly popping up. There is a stack

Jan 30 2024

From Brushes to Red Carpets: Your Guide to Becoming a Celebrity Makeup Artist

Makeup
By Melissa Christie

When you envision your future as a makeup artist, are you always dreaming of bigger things? For some, the aim of becoming skilled in

Dec 22 2023

Choosing Your Path: RTO vs. TAFE – What’s The Difference?

Beauty, News
By Lauren Streng

When it comes to education and career choices, you can access training through several paths, including Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) like Demi International and

Dec 20 2023

VET Beauty Courses Empowering High School Students for Job-Ready Careers

Beauty
By Lauren Streng

Once upon a time, students were limited in the learning pathways they could take to graduate from high school and tertiary education. But today,

Nov 28 2023

Beauty and Business: Crafting Your University Pathway Without an ATAR in Queensland

Beauty
By Lauren Streng

For so long, gaining entry into university was only possible with a high school qualification, good grades, and a sufficient Australian Tertiary Admission Rank

Nov 8 2023

How to Manage a Salon: Tips for Becoming a Leader and Ensuring Salon Success

Management
By Sandra Smith

There comes a time in many experienced hairdressers’ and beauty therapists’ careers when they feel ready to take the next step and pivot into

Sep 25 2023

Exploring the Unique Differences Between Estheticians, Cosmetologists, and Beauty Therapists

Beauty
By Lauren Streng

In a world obsessed with beauty — and at a time when looking and feeling good has never been more important — it’s no

Sep 11 2023

From Passion to Profession: The Reality of Becoming a Freelance Makeup Artist

Makeup
By Melissa Christie

For many beauty professionals, a passion for makeup artistry and the freedom of running their own business go hand in hand. And if you’re

Sep 7 2023

Fast Track Hairdressing Course vs Apprenticeship: Which Path is Right for You?

Hair
By Lauren Streng

Ready to take the first step towards becoming a professional hairdresser or barber? First, you need to find the right path. Although the traditional

Aug 23 2023

Exciting News: We’re Queensland’s Small Training Provider of the Year

News
By Lauren Streng

Demi International is proud to be named the Small Training Provider of the Year winner at the Queensland Training Awards. The awards have recognised

Jul 18 2023

What Does a Beauty Therapist Do? A Detailed Insight for Career Seekers

Beauty
By Ali Porter

A beauty therapist is a professional provider of beauty, skincare, and makeup services. With an everyday goal of making clients look and feel their

Jun 27 2023

Personal Trainers: Amplify Your Career with a Remedial Massage Diploma

Massage
By Lyn Slade

As a personal trainer, you’ve made it your mission to improve the health and wellbeing of your clients, and that’s important work. But when

May 30 2023

Beyond the Vanity: Exploring the Diverse and Exciting Career Opportunities for Makeup Artists

Makeup
By Seonaid Boyle

Considering becoming a makeup artist but still wondering where the career can take you? Skills and experience in makeup artistry can open many professional

May 18 2023

Remedial Massage vs Deep Tissue Massage: Unravelling the Difference

Massage
By Lyn Slade

If you’re considering a career in massage therapy but feeling overwhelmed by options, you’ve landed in the right place. Today, we unravel the difference