Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5)
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
NMIT
Gain practical work experience and advanced skills in beauty therapy, including facial and body treatments, electrolysis, and professional practices, preparing you for a rewarding career in the beauty industry.
NZ$9,348
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Advanced beauty therapy skills
Develop advanced practical skills in facial therapy, body treatments, and electrolysis through hands-on experience in on-campus clinics.
Apply scientific knowledge
Gain a strong foundation in anatomy, physiology, and cosmetic chemistry to inform safe and effective beauty therapy treatments.
About This Course
The Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5) at NMIT provides advanced studies in beauty therapy, including facial and body treatments, electrolysis, business development, and professional practices. Students benefit from hands-on learning in real-world salon settings, blended delivery (on-campus and online), and the chance to practise in NMIT's training salon, Beauty Zone. The programme is suitable for individuals looking to develop a career as a beauty therapist and offers practical experience, theoretical knowledge, and opportunities for further specialist study.
Course Content
- Advanced Skin Treatments
- Advanced Body Treatments
- Electrolysis
- The Science of Beauty Therapy
- Business Development
- Professional Practices for the Beauty Therapy Industry
- Practical Capstone
- Anatomy and physiology
- Cosmetic chemistry
Entry Requirements
New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4) [Ref: 3444], OR equivalent qualification, OR equivalent knowledge, skills and experience.
Build towards these roles
Beauty therapistSalon therapistSpecialist in advanced skin and body treatmentsElectrolysis specialistRoles in beauty therapy business development
Build skills in these industries
Beauty therapyPersonal care
