New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4)
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
Otago Polytechnic
Gain a comprehensive foundation for a career in beauty therapy, learning a wide range of treatments and cosmetic services, with both daytime and evening streams available.
NZ$10,386
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Develop practical beauty therapy skills
Perform beauty treatments including facials, make-up, cosmetic enhancements, massage, nail, and waxing services.
Gain knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and first aid
Understand the biological and health foundations essential to beauty therapy practice.
About This Course
This programme provides a robust introduction to beauty therapy, covering a variety of beauty treatments, cosmetic services, and key professional topics such as anatomy, physiology, and first aid. You'll learn with industry-standard facilities, work with real clients, and gain hands-on experience in a clinic environment. The programme also provides opportunities to learn emerging trends and techniques, and the option to sit the International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC) exam. Graduates meet the requirements to become a Registered New Zealand Beauty Therapist and can pursue a range of related careers.
Course Content
- Anatomy and physiology
- Facial treatments
- Make-up services
- Cosmetic enhancements
- Massage treatments
- Professional practice
- Nail services
- Waxing services
- Clinic
- Introduction to first aid
- Practical and theoretical activities
- Industry guest speakers
Entry Requirements
Must be at least 18 years old by programme end.
Build towards these roles
Beauty TherapistCosmetic RepresentativeMobile Beauty TherapistSpa ManagerBeauty Clinic ManagerProduct Demonstrator
Build skills in these industries
Beauty & Personal CareHospitality & Services
Otago Polytechnic is known for high quality, hands on learning that leads to strong outcomes. With excellent student satisfaction, high graduate employment rates, and a commitment to sustainability, it’s a place where practical skills meet purpose. Their award winning programmes span design, fashion, creative arts, trades, health, and business, giving you real experience and real confidence for whatever comes next.
