Australia's first Diplomas in Personal Care and Cosmetic Science

The cosmetics industry in Australia  has a call for high quality cosmetic and personal care products; the Institute of Personal Care Science was developed to meet and exceed these quality standards. We provide quality, up to date training in the development, promotion and formulation of cosmetic and personal care products. 

Goals of the Institute of Personal Care Science:

• enhance the success of current and emerging cosmetic and personal care brands

• advance the quality of cosmetic and personal care products

• lead the field in distance education in the cosmetic and personal care industry

• encourage the ethical content of cosmetic and personal care product promotions and consumer information

• provide training in cosmetic and personal care science at a Diploma level not currently available within Australia

Quality assured

The Institute of Personal Care Science has consulted widely with industry to ensure its courses have relevance for learners and cosmetic scientists at all stages and sizes of company – from school leavers to small, home based businesses wanting to expand their brand; and larger companies within the industry wanting formal training for their staff.

Every course and subject offered by the Institute of Personal Care Science has been reviewed by peers in the cosmetic and personal care industry; including professional associations, leading raw material suppliers and manufacturers.

Study by correspondence

All courses and subjects provided by the Institute of Personal Care Science have been developed to suit distance education. This enables learners to enhance their skills and knowledge whilst maintaining their current working situation and location. Trainers are readily contactable throughout the study period to assist with learning requirements.

For more information, contact us on 08 8463 0990 or email