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Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

National Code: WRB40105
Centre: Hair, Beauty and Floristry
Location: Elgar Campus
Enquiries: 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445)
Email: courseinfo@bhtafe.edu.au
Study Area: Beauty
Study Area Sub Category: Beauty


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What does this course involve?

If the beauty industry is your passion, this is the course for you. This course gives you specialised, practical know-how across the range of beauty areas.

These are the techniques you'll need to provide a full range of beauty services to clients, including facials and body massage.

It will give you the understanding of interaction between client and therapist, the underpinning scientific knowledge, and prevention of disease and its transmission within the salon environment.

What employment opportunities will I have?

This course can lead to work in:

  • Beauty Salons
  • Day Spas and Destination Spas
  • Hairdressing Salons that offer beauty services


As a student, the Institute’s Employment Service is your first port of call for advice on gaining employment in this field, and can be contacted on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

Accreditation

Nationally Recognised

What further study options will I have?

Continue on to study the Diploma of Beauty Therapy.

Can I apply?

  • You must be 17 years or mature age
  • You must have completed year 11 of education

How do I apply?

Direct Entry - Beginning and mid-year entry

If you have any queries, please contact the Institute on 1300 BOX HILL (1300 269 445).

How will I be selected for this course?

  • Individual Interview
  • An information session will be held on 6/10/2008 at 6:00PM.
    Location: E3. Auditorium

Length of course

Full time 18 months

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

Both Self Funded $AUD ( Contact Centre) and Government Funded.
Places in this course may be available using either government funding or student funding. Contact the Institute for further information about the fees and charges associated with this course.

Click here to learn about scholarships that may be relevant to this course.

How will I be assessed?

  • Oral presentation
  • Written assessment
  • Practical assessment
  • Project work
  • Examination or testing

Will my previous experience or study count?

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) or Recognition of Current Competencies (RCC) takes into account the knowledge and skills you’ve already gained through your previous education and work. This may be through formal or informal training, paid or unpaid work experience, and can earn you credit if relevant to your chosen course.

Units of Competency

Mandatory

WRBBS201B Provide manicure and pedicure services 30 hr
WRBCS201B Conduct financial transactions 25 hr
WRBCS203B Provide service to clients 30 hr
WRBCS204A Apply knowledge of nail science to nail services 15 hr
WRBCS305A Apply knowledge of skin biology to beauty treatments 15 hr
WRBCS306B Advise on beauty services 30 hr
WRBCS407A Develop a treatment plan for beauty therapy treatments 30 hr
WRBCS408A Apply knowledge of anatomy and physiology to beauty therapy treatments 60 hr
WRBCS409A Apply knowledge of skin science to beauty therapy treatments 50 hr
WRBCS410A Apply knowledge of electricity to beauty therapy treatments 20 hr
WRBCS411A Apply knowledge of nutrition to beauty therapy treatments 20 hr
WRBCS412A Apply knowledge of cosmetic chemistry to beauty therapy treatments 30 hr
WRBFS202B Design and apply make-up 40 hr
WRBFS305B Provide lash and brow treatments 15 hr
WRBFS406B Provide facial treatments 120 hr
WRBFS407B Provide advanced facial treatments 110 hr
WRBSS302B Provide temporary epilation and beauty treatments 95 hr
WRRCS1B Communicate in the workplace 50 hr
WRRER1B Work effectively in a retail environment 40 hr
WRRLP1B Apply safe working practices 18 hr
WRRS1B Sell products and services 18 hr

Electives - details will be provided at information session.

WRBBS202A Apply gel nail enhancement 30 hr
WRBBS203A Apply acrylic nail enhancement 35 hr
WRBBS407B Provide body treatments 100 hr
WRBFS203B Design and apply make-up for photography 30 hr
WRBFS204B Design and apply remedial camouflage 30 hr
WRBSS201B Pierce ears 15 hr

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