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Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4)

Western Institute of Technology, New Zealand
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Course Overview

This Level 4 Certificate in Beauty Therapy is designed to provide students with the knowledge and skills required to work in the beauty industry. The course covers a wide range of topics, including skincare, makeup application, nail care, and spa treatments. Students will learn how to use various beauty products and tools, as well as how to create and promote their own businesses. Upon completion of the course, students will be eligible to sit for industry-recognized certifications and licenses. Our experienced instructors will provide hands-on training in a supportive and professional environment.

Additional Information

Students will have access to state-of-the-art facilities and equipment, including a fully-equipped spa and beauty salon. The course is designed to be flexible, with both full-time and part-time options available. Financial aid and scholarships are also available for eligible students.

Discover Your Passion for Beauty at Western Institute of Technology

Western Institute of Technology is one of the leading beauty schools in the country, with a proven track record of producing highly skilled and successful graduates. Our faculty consists of experienced professionals who are passionate about teaching and mentoring students. We have a strong industry network, providing students with opportunities for internships, job shadowing, and career placement upon graduation.

Why You Should Study This Course

Become a qualified Beauty Therapist or pathway to our Level 5 qualification as you build your skills working in the fun and rewarding beauty industry. If you enjoy working with people and making others feel cared for and pampered this is the field for you.

Learn from industry experienced tutors and enjoy the benefits of small, supportive class sizes as you learn body therapy, facial therapy, nails and tanning as well as professional practice and an understating of anatomy and physiology. Put your new skills into practice with clients in Industrie Beauty Salon, our replica salon.

You will learn how to:

  • implement profession standards and expectations relating to the beauty workplace including all relevant health, safety and hygiene obligations.

  • undertake a full consultation with clients, build client rapport and perform an in-depth need analysis for beauty services and product needs to develop a beauty treatment plan.

  • apply knowledge of natural nail services, facial and skincare services, manual hair removal and body care services.

  • perform facial and skin care services.

  • perform manual hair removal and body care services.

  • apply knowledge of relevant aspects of chemistry, physics and biology in a beauty services context to provide effective services and ensure client comfort and safety.

  • provide nutritional advice specific to the skin which is complementary for healthy skin, hair and nails.

  • apply knowledge of skin and skin-related disease and disorders to identify symptoms and advise clients’ of possible implications in terms of proposed beauty services.

  • provide reception and client sales services and carry out associated transactions and administration.

  • contribute to the operation of a small beauty sector business or client base.

What You'll Study

1 Course Modules
  • Business and Ethics

  • Consultation and Customer Service

  • Nutrition and Nails

  • Chemistry, Physics and Biology

  • Cosmetic Services

  • Facial Therapy

  • Depilation

  • Body Treatments

Language Requirement

  • IELTS5.5
  • TOEFL59
  • PTE50
  • Duolingo69

IELTS (Academic) band score of 5.5 (with no score below 5 in speaking, reading, writing and listening) or equivalent.

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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