Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
A practical, hands-on beauty course that prepares students to become qualified beauty therapists. Gain skills through real-life experience in services like facials, waxing, makeup, and salon operations.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year

Deliver services such as mini facials, eyelash tinting, eyebrow shaping, waxing, makeup, manicures, and pedicures in a professional clinic environment.

Demonstrate professional practice, including customer service, reception and cashiering skills, and effective sales of beauty and skin care products.

Become a qualified beauty therapist with this hands-on beauty course at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology. Learn from local and internationally trained tutors while gaining real-life experience at our on-site beauty clinic. This course covers providing beauty services such as mini facials, eyelash tinting, eyebrow shaping, waxing, makeup application, manicures, pedicures, as well as developing customer service, product sales, reception and cashiering skills. The programme also expands your knowledge in anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and salon skills, preparing you for a successful career in the beauty therapy industry.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 1 or equivalent
Completion of New Zealand Certificate in Make Up and Skincare (Level 3)

Beauty Therapy
Personal Care
Retail
Hospitality

Beauty Therapist
Cosmetic Product Company Representative

Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Courses span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology
A practical, hands-on beauty course that prepares students to become qualified beauty therapists. Gain skills through real-life experience in services like facials, waxing, makeup, and salon operations.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
Available in 2 locations
It will take a total of 1 year

Deliver services such as mini facials, eyelash tinting, eyebrow shaping, waxing, makeup, manicures, and pedicures in a professional clinic environment.

Demonstrate professional practice, including customer service, reception and cashiering skills, and effective sales of beauty and skin care products.

Become a qualified beauty therapist with this hands-on beauty course at Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology. Learn from local and internationally trained tutors while gaining real-life experience at our on-site beauty clinic. This course covers providing beauty services such as mini facials, eyelash tinting, eyebrow shaping, waxing, makeup application, manicures, pedicures, as well as developing customer service, product sales, reception and cashiering skills. The programme also expands your knowledge in anatomy, physiology, nutrition, and salon skills, preparing you for a successful career in the beauty therapy industry.
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 1 or equivalent
Completion of New Zealand Certificate in Make Up and Skincare (Level 3)

Beauty Therapy
Personal Care
Retail
Hospitality

Beauty Therapist
Cosmetic Product Company Representative

Known for hands-on, industry-aligned education, Toi Ohomai focuses on giving learners real skills that lead to real outcomes. With strong employer connections, supportive teaching, and clear pathways across certificates, diplomas, and degrees, it’s a place where learning stays relevant and confidence grows over time. Courses span trades, construction, business, health, creative industries, technology, and primary industries, helping learners build experience and momentum for whatever comes next.
Apply foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology and nutrition to support effective and safe beauty treatments.
Evidence of ability to complete academic requirements
Evidence of English language competency (IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5, or NZ Certificate in English Language (Level 4), or an accepted English proficiency outcome)
Apply foundational knowledge in anatomy, physiology and nutrition to support effective and safe beauty treatments.
Evidence of ability to complete academic requirements
Evidence of English language competency (IELTS 5.5 with no band lower than 5, or NZ Certificate in English Language (Level 4), or an accepted English proficiency outcome)