Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy 
 

 
Traineeship
National Code
WRB40105 
CRICOS Code:  
Centre:
Hair, Beauty and Floristry
Location:
Elgar Campus
Study Area: Beauty; 
Study Area Sub Category: Beauty 
Career Card:
Beauty Therapist 

What does this course involve?

If working in the beauty industry is your passion, this is the course for you. This course gives you specialised, practical skills across the range of beauty areas.

You will learn to provide a full range of beauty services to clients, including facials and body massage.

You will gain an 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, and also 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

This course is government accredited and has national recognition

What further study options will I have?

You may continue on to study the Diploma of Beauty Therapy that specialises in Spa.

Can I apply?

You must:

  • be 17 years (or mature age)
  • have successfully 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

Length of course

Full time - 18 months

Where will I study?

Elgar Campus

What costs and other fees should I expect?

For this course, there are two fee structures. Visit the Government Subsidised Place Eligibility page to see if you are eligible for a Government subsidised place.

Government Subsidised Fees

  1. Tuition Fee
  2. Concession Tuition Fee
  3. Service and Amenities Fee - $65 or $90
  4. Material Fees - contact the Institute
Fee For Service Fees

Fee for Service - contact the Institute.

If you are an employer seeking training for groups of employees, contact the Institute for a customised package.

How will I be assessed?

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

Will my previous experience or study count?

Advanced Standing is approved recognition of prior learning that is displayed as an Exemption (EX) on the student’s academic record. 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 Pedicare Services
30.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of manicure and pedicare services. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit is equivalent to and replaces WRB17A Provide Manicure and Pedicare Service, as packaged in WRB99.
WRBCS201B
Conduct Financial Transactions
25.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to conduct operations at the point of sale area. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit is equivalent to and replaces WRB07A Conduct Financial Transactions, as packaged in WRB99.
WRBCS203B
Provide Service To Clients
30.00 hr
This unit describes the competencies required to deliver service to clients, including receiving clients, making appointments and responding to client complaints. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit is equivalent to and replaces WRB08A Provide Service to Clients, as packaged in WRB99.
WRBCS204A
Apply Knowledge Of Nail Science To Nail Services
15.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge required to apply nail science to beauty treatments. This competency will apply to a range of beauty treatments relating to nails and to a range of roles in the workplace.
WRBCS306B
Advise On Beauty Services
30.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to advise clients on a range of beauty services. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace.
WRBFS202B
Design And Apply Make-Up
40.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and apply suitable make-up techniques for domestic street wear, business, pleasure, social and special occasions for various times of the day or night. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit is equivalent to and replaces WRB21A Design and Apply Make Up, as packaged in WRB99.
WRBFS305B
Provide Lash And Brow Treatments
15.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse the lash and brow needs of clients and provide a range of shaping, perming and colouring services and is applicable as a discreet service or as part of a treatment plan. This competency may apply to range of roles in the workplace.
WRBFS406B
Provide Facial Treatments
120.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of manual facial and skin treatments. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace.
WRBFS407B
Provide Advanced Facial Treatments
110.00 hr
This unit describes a higher level of skills and knowledge required for the assessment of client's skin and the performance of advanced facial treatment procedures. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace.
WRBSS302B
Provide Temporary Epilation And Beauty Treatments
95.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to analyse the temporary hair removal/bleaching needs of clients and provide the necessary service/s in a safe and hygienic manner. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace.
WRBCS305A
Apply Knowledge Of Skin Biology To Beauty Treatments
15.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge required to apply the principles of skin biology to beauty treatments. This competency will apply to a range of beauty treatments and roles in the workplace.
WRBCS407A
Develop a Treatment Plan For Beauty Therapy Treatments
30.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to consult with clients, assess treatment needs and develop a treatment plan for single or multiple treatment sessions for one or more services. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace.
WRBCS408A
Apply Knowledge Of Anatomy And Physiology To Beauty Therapy Treatments
60.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge required to apply anatomy and physiology to beauty therapy treatments. This competency will apply to a range of beauty therapy treatments and roles in the workplace.
WRBCS409A
Apply Knowledge Of Skin Science To Beauty Therapy Treatments
50.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge required to apply the principles of skin science and skin disorders to beauty therapy treatments. This competency will apply to a range of beauty therapy treatments and roles in the workplace.
WRBCS410A
Apply Knowledge Of Electricity To Beauty Therapy Treatments
20.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge required to apply the principles of electricity to beauty therapy treatments. This competency will apply to a range of beauty therapy treatments and roles in the workplace.
WRBCS411A
Apply Knowledge Of Nutrition To Beauty Therapy Treatments
20.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge and skills required to apply the principles of nutrition to beauty therapy treatments. This competency will apply to a range of beauty therapy treatments and roles in the workplace.
WRBCS412A
Apply Knowledge Of Cosmetic Chemistry To Beauty Therapy Treatments
30.00 hr
This unit describes the knowledge required to apply the principles of cosmetic chemistry to beauty therapy treatments. This competency will apply to a range of beauty therapy treatments and roles in the workplace.
WRRCS1B
Communicate In The Workplace
50.00 hr
This unit encompasses the skills, knowledge and attitudes required for effective communication with customers and other staff in the workplace. It involves establishing contact with customers, processing information, working in a team, maintaining personal presentation, following routine instructions, reading and interpreting retail documents and using numbers in the workplace.
WRRER1B
Work Effectively In a Retail Environment
40.00 hr
This unit encompasses the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to work effectively in a retail environment. It involves acting responsibly and in a non-discriminatory manner, and identifying the relevant award/agreement.
WRRLP1B
Apply Safe Working Practices
18.00 hr
This unit incorporates the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC) guidelines for occupational health and safety. It encompasses the skills, knowledge and attitudes to maintain a safe work environment for staff, customers and others. It involves observing basic safety and emergency procedures.
WRRS1B
Sell Products And Services
18.00 hr
This unit involves the skills, knowledge and attitudes required to sell products and services in a retail environment. It involves the use of sales techniques and encompasses the key selling skills from approaching the customer to closing the sale. It requires a basic level of product knowledge.
Electives
WRBBS202A
Apply Gel Nail Enhancement
30.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of artificial gel nail application services. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit provides partial equivalence to WRB18A Apply Nail Enhancement, as packaged in WRB99. The two units WRBBS202A Apply gel nail enhancement and WRBBS203A Apply acrylic nail enhancement together are equivalent to WRB18A Apply Nail Enhancement.
WRBBS203A
Apply Acrylic Nail Enhancement
35.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of acrylic nail enhancement services. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit provides partial equivalence to WRB18A Apply Nail Enhancement, as packaged in WRB99. The two units WRBBS202A Apply gel nail enhancement and WRBBS203A Apply acrylic nail enhancement together are equivalent to WRB18A Apply Nail Enhancement.
WRBFS203B
Design And Apply Make-Up For Photography
30.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and apply suitable make-up for a range of photographic contexts. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit is equivalent to and replaces WRB22A Design and Apply Make Up for Photography, as packaged in WRB99.
WRBFS204B
Design And Apply Remedial Camouflage
30.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to design and apply remedial camouflage techniques for clients with special needs. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit is equivalent to and replaces WRB23A Design and Apply Remedial Camouflage, as packaged in WRB99.
WRBBS407B
Provide Body Treatments
100.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform a range of body treatments using manual and electrical procedures. Body treatments may be a discreet service or part of a treatment plan. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace.
WRBSS201B
Pierce Ears
15.00 hr
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to pierce ear lobes for ornamentation. This competency may apply to a range of roles in the workplace. This unit is equivalent to and replaces WRB14A Pierce Ears, as packaged in WRB99.
All fees quoted are indicative fees and are correct at the time of publishing. In subsequent calendar years, fees may be subject to a small increase in line with annual Institute fee pricing reviews. This qualification may have prerequisites, co-requisite or bridging units from lower or higher level qualifications. An offer of a place is always subject to places being available. The Institute reserves the right to close applications when the course is full. Where minimum course numbers are not met, the course may be cancelled at short notice. In such instances and only when possible, an alternative option may be suggested for accredited courses. For further clarification please seek advice from the Institute.

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