Programme details

New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy

Acquire the necessary skills for a career in beauty therapy. Study makeup application, facial treatments, eye care, waxing techniques, nail services, and spray tanning.

Course description

A career in the beauty therapy industry may be ideal for you if you are passionate about the latest beauty treatments and aspire to enhance people’s confidence by helping them look and feel their best. If you have an interest in science or the functioning of the human body, you will find it intriguing to deepen your understanding of human anatomy and physiology, which serves as a crucial foundation for both massage and beauty therapy. You will also acquire knowledge of contemporary facial treatments, makeup application, massage techniques, waxing services, tanning, and nail care. As you advance in your expertise, you will have the opportunity to provide these services at our professional on-campus beauty salon, Beauty Zone.

Career Prospects

Here are some key career paths and areas where students might find opportunities:

Beauty therapist
Make-up artist
Wellbeing therapist
Nail technician
Waxing or electrolysis technician
Massage therapist
Beauty therapist on cruise ships or superyachts
Beauty therapy sales technician
Beauty therapy pharmacy sales technician
Make-up for television and film
Beauty therapy educator

Entry requirements

Qualification ar NCEA Level 1, including 10 literacy credits and 10 numeracy credits.

English Language requirement:

IELTS 5.5 Academic (no lower than 5.0 in any subtest)

Credits
120

Intakes

Feb

International fees
About $26,000

Location

Qualification Type

Study level