New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
UCOL
Learn the skills and knowledge required to provide a broad range of beauty services in salons or clinics. Suitable for learners with little or no experience, offering hands-on training and industry experience.
NZ$9,111
inc GST
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NZQA Level 4 Certification (120 Credits)
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NZ$9,111
inc GST
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This course starts anytime
NZQA Level 4 Certification (120 Credits)
Entry
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Core skills this course teaches
Professional standards and best practice
Manage and provide first aid, understand the code of ethics, health and hygiene, and practise professional conduct in the beauty industry.
Business fundamentals
Develop a basic business plan to establish as an independent beauty therapist.
What You're Signing Up For
The New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy at UCOL is designed for those who want to start a career in beauty therapy. Students learn the technical skills behind beauty treatments such as facials, waxing, nail and makeup services, eye enhancements, and body tanning, complemented by knowledge in anatomy, professional practice, business planning and client management. Learning takes place through both theoretical lessons and extensive hands-on experience at UCOL’s beauty clinics, preparing graduates for employment in the industry and enabling further study at diploma level.
Course Content
- Professional practice in the beauty industry
- Anatomy and physiology related to beauty therapy
- Nail services: manicure, pedicure, nail analysis
- Facial treatments: skin analysis, product application, treatments
- Makeup services: industry trends, colour application, service delivery
- Eye works and tanning: eyebrow and eyelash enhancement, tanning techniques
- Waxing services: hair removal methods and treatments
- Beauty therapy clinic: client management, service delivery, professionalism
What you need to know first
NCEA Level 2 or equivalent academic achievement
Find these employment opportunities
Beautician in salons or clinicsCosmetic product company representativeBeauty therapist
Unlock these industries
UCOL is a polytechnic built around the kind of learning that actually sticks — hands-on, practical, and grounded in the real world. With campuses across the lower North Island and a programme range that stretches from trades and health to creative arts and IT, it's a strong fit for learners who want a clear path into work without unnecessary detours. Whether you're fresh out of school, changing direction, or building on what you already know, UCOL is set up to meet you where you are.
