New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4)
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
NMIT
Gain skills for a beauty therapy career—learn makeup, facials, eye treatments, waxing, nails, and spray tanning. Hands-on training in a real salon and taught by industry experts.
NZ$7,823
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Perform Beauty Therapy Treatments
Develop practical skills in makeup, facials, facial treatments, waxing, eye treatments, nails, and spray tanning in line with industry standards.
Understanding Human Anatomy and Physiology
Gain foundational scientific knowledge essential for beauty and massage therapy.
About This Course
This Level 4 certificate prepares students for a career in the beauty therapy industry by teaching a range of beauty treatments and client care. Students develop understanding of human anatomy and physiology, and practical skills in facial treatments, makeup, massage, waxing, tanning, and nails. Delivery includes hands-on experience in a commercial training salon and opportunities for industry visits and competitions.
Course Content
- Professional Practice
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Nail Services
- Facial Treatments
- Make Up Services
- Eye Works and Tanning
- Waxing Services
- Beauty Therapy Clinic Experience
Entry Requirements
80 credits NCEA Level 1 or above, including 10 literacy credits and 10 numeracy credits at Level 1 or above
Alternative entry may be considered for applicants who can demonstrate suitable skills through study, work or life experience
Build towards these roles
Beauty therapistMake-up artistWellbeing therapistNail technicianWaxing or electrolysis technicianMassage therapistBeauty therapist on cruise ships or superyachtsBeauty therapy sales technicianBeauty therapy pharmacy sales technicianMake-up for television and filmBeauty therapy educator
