Saltair Day Spa is home to many of The Gordan Institute’s talented Beauty Therapists

Saltair Day Spa, an oasis of tranquillity that began nestled in the heart of the Geelong region. For over 13 years, Saltair Spa has been a beacon of excellence, attracting and nurturing talent from The Gordon’s beauty therapy program. With a commitment to providing immediate industry pathways, Saltair Spa has proudly welcomed more than 100 graduates into their spas.

Tamara Melis, the visionary founder, and owner of Saltair Spa, shares the secret behind this enduring partnership. “Their graduates arrive at our spa with an immediate sense of responsibility, ensuring our clients receive the exceptional care they deserve,” says Melis. “These graduates consistently demonstrated exceptional skills, knowledge, and dedication in their respective roles within our company. We choose to hire graduates from The Gordon because of their exceptional level of preparedness and readiness for the industry; their graduates thrive in professional environments.”

At Saltair Spa, the learning journey extends beyond the classroom, offering beauty graduates a collection of employment opportunities and a chance to refine their skills with real clients. The curriculum covers a diverse range of skills, including facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing, tanning, and the art of delivering relaxing massages.

Tamara Melis expresses her gratitude for The Gordon Beauty Therapy graduates, emphasising the seamless integration of these professionals into the Saltair Spa team. “Their exceptional talent, skills, and qualities contribute to a thriving and harmonious work environment. We are genuinely grateful to The Gordon for their ongoing support and the exceptional graduates they produce.”

Rachael Keehan, a dedicated beauty therapy teacher at The Gordon, sheds light on the transformative journey that students undergo during their time at the TAFE.
“From undertaking facials, manicures, pedicures, waxing and tanning to relaxing massages, they genuinely leave The Gordon with the skills our industry is looking for. We’re so proud of our beauty therapy students and we love to see them doing so well in their new positions. As teachers, we focus on delivering exceptional programs to support student’s growth and development as therapists. We aim to have them part The Gordon with confidence and direction.”

Embark on a transformative beauty therapy journey with The Gordan Institute and Saltair Day Spa, where passion meets professionalism, and every graduate is prepared for a rewarding career in the world of spa and beauty.