Who isn’t eyeing a side hustle these days? With flexible working arrangements breaking down the conventional nine-to-five work week, beauty side hustles are emerging as fantastic opportunities to build your skills and earn extra cash.
If you’re ready to make money off your hobby and want to get qualified fast, you’re in the right place. At Demi International, we offer beauty industry courses that can get you qualified in as little as six months. So, this time next year, you could be running your own successful beauty side hustle or taking yourself on a well-deserved holiday with the extra funds!
Let’s explore how to transform your passion into a profitable side hustle.
Short and easy side hustles to boost your income
The beauty industry offers countless opportunities to earn extra income while doing what you love. Whether you’re hoping to freelance, set up a home business or offer services in a local salon, a side hustle can provide the flexibility and creativity you crave.
Before you start booking those holiday tickets, it’s important to find a certified course that will get you skilled and ready to kickstart your side gig with confidence. Our courses are designed to help you quickly gain the skills and qualifications needed to earn an income. Whether your jam is online learning or a blend of online and face-to-face, we offer options to fit around your lifestyle and work commitments.Â
An added bonus, you may be eligible for a payment plan or government funding, making it easier and more affordable to kickstart your beauty industry side hustle and turn your passion into a profitable career.
Ready to get hustling? Here’s what you could do:
Make extra cash as a beauty therapist or makeup artist (or both!)
Getting trained for a makeup and beauty side hustle boosts your job prospects—giving you the option to freelance solo, work in salons or even landing lucrative weekend gigs at fashion shows and events.
Bundle the best of beauty therapy and makeup into a dual qualification. Imagine the value you’ll bring to your business with this powerful skill set. This paired expertise could double your earnings and set you apart from the competition – levelling up your reputation and driving business growth. Our dual qualification course means you get the training you need in just six months.
Throughout the course, you’ll have the opportunity to work with both models and clients, building a portfolio of makeup looks to showcase your skills. You’ll also learn practical business advice to ensure your beauty side hustle is a success.
Get creative as a nail artist
Love a good nail glow-up? Becoming a nail technician is one of the quickest beauty side hustles to study, set up and start. You can work from home and offer flexible hours to fit around your schedule. Our Certificate III in Nail Technology can get you qualified in six months, perfect for beginners and nail enthusiasts who are ready to go pro and turn passion into profit.
Alongside mastering nail techniques, you’ll also gain insights into the latest industry trends and materials. Our comprehensive curriculum covers everything from nail art and gel or acrylic sets, to client management and business operations. By the end of the course, you’ll be equipped with the knowledge and confidence to start your own nail business.
Make waves as a hairdresser
There’s no doubt hairdressing will always be a beauty side hustle in demand, and becoming a qualified hairdresser offers you unparalleled flexibility. As long as you’ve got your hairdressing tools on hand, you can work from home, rent a local salon chair or go mobile and take advantage of home clients and aged care settings. Our Certificate III in Hairdressing Course takes 18 months to complete full-time, and provides all the knowledge and skills you need to become a qualified professional.
Hairdressing as a beauty side hustle is a great way to boost your income without sacrificing your social life! You’ll have the freedom to set your own hours and choose your work environment, making it easier to balance other commitments.
Throughout our course, you’ll be able to put your training into practice and learn the latest styles and techniques as they evolve. As with all our courses, we’ll also teach you client management and business operations, giving you a framework to set up your own business or build your career in an established salon.
Side gig as a barber
Barbering is a dynamic industry where women are making significant strides, both as talented barbers and enthusiastic clients. Our Certificate III in Barbering Course spans 15 months of full-time study and provides you with the opportunity to craft your skills in a very unique niche.
Throughout the course, you’ll gain hands-on experience in cutting, styling and grooming. You’ll also learn the latest trends and innovations in the barbering industry, alongside our training in client communication and business management. This expertise will set you up to run your own barbershop business or enhance your services within an existing shop.
Beauty side hustle funding and payment options
Starting a side hustle shouldn’t break the bank. As a Demi student, you might be eligable for the following funding and support options, so you can get started sooner – for less.
Certificate 3 Guarantee
Get a head start in the workforce with our Certificate 3 Guarantee program. It helps eligible applicants complete their first post-school Certificate III qualification, enhancing skills for employment, return-to-work activity or career advancement.
Demi International offers several subsidised qualifications under this program, including our:
The Higher Level Skills program is also available to support individuals in gaining advanced skills for career progression or further studies.
VET Student Loans
Want to kickstart your beauty side hustle dreams while you’re still in high school? A VET Student Loan can help you cover the cost of your course, giving you the opportunity to get qualified while you’re still at school. Jump online to see if you’re eligible: VET Student Loans.
Personal Loans
Start now, pay later. Sometimes, you need money to make money. We can help you apply for a personal loan to cover the cost of the course.
To support your materials cost, we’ve partnered with providers ZIP and Afterpay. More information is available on our funding and payment options page.
Please ensure you discuss your financial situation with a lending expert before proceeding with any financial products.
Why start hustling with Demi?
We’re glad you asked. Aside from being Queensland’s Small Training Provider of the Year, the benefits of studying with Demi International go beyond the classroom. Our campus hours are flexible, requiring fewer days in person, and our class sizes smaller, so you’ll get personalised attention and a better learning experience.
You’ll become part of our Demi community and learn alongside peers you can network with as your side hustle grows. To find out more about the Demi experience, check out our article on launching your beauty career.
Start your beauty industry training today
Ready to start your beauty industry side hustle? Chat with one of our friendly Course Advisors to explore courses, start dates, payment options and enrolment eligibility. Your side hustle in the beauty industry is just a click away!
  07 5309 6635
  
  
  07 5301 9393