Proposed New ABS Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO) Review

The Proposed New ABS Occupation Classifications Are Set to Change the Face of Our Beauty & Dermal Industry.

As the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) embarks on a once in 20 years comprehensive review of the Australian and New Zealand Standard Classification of Occupations (ANZSCO), significant and paramount changes are on the horizon for the beauty and dermal industry.

The review aims to modernise the classification system to better reflect the evolving landscape of various professions, including those within the beauty and aesthetics sectors. This update is now a critical juncture for our industry and its professionals, as it will influence and change the scope of practice, qualifications, and professional identities within our community.

It is moments like this that define why we need a unified peak body to represent us, and why the number of members we represent to Government are so important.

The ABS Review submissions close by 6th September 2024.

We will provided a detailed draft of our proposed industry framework and submission along with the services that are specific to each occupation for review here on our website by Monday 19th August 2024.

ABIC’s position is that there are currently 5 main occupations in the beauty, dermal & aesthetic sectors of industry to consider:

Beauty Services (Beautician)

Holding a Certificate

At a Skill Level 3

Beauty Therapist

Holding a Diploma or Advanced Diploma

At a Skill Level 2

Dermal Therapist

Holding an Advanced Diploma

At a Skill Level 2 (ABIC is under advisement and consultation to consider recommending this category at a Skill Level 1, if AQF is at Level 6 minimum)

Dermal Clinician

Holding a degree

At a Skill Level 1

Cosmetic Nurse EN

Holding a Diploma

At a Skill Level 2

Cosmetic Nurse RN

Holding a degree

At a Skill Level 1

We will provided a draft of services that are specific to each occupation and are asking for industry feedback by Monday 19th August 2024, as to the definition of, and included services within each occupation.

Please read our comprehensive article about the review and its implications in the ABIC Journal HERE