Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

SHB40121

This page is updated when information changes, but it's always best to talk to your training provider to confirm course details before you enrol.

Overview

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who work as beauty therapists to provide a range of beauty therapy treatments and services, including lash and brow treatments, nail services, make-up, massage and waxing. They communicate with clients to recommend treatments and services, and sell retail skin care and cosmetic products.

These individuals undertake work independently, with limited guidance from others, to perform routine and non-routine activities and solve non-routine problems. They apply and adapt technical skills and knowledge and use judgment in the provision of beauty treatments and services. These individuals are responsible for their own outputs and provide limited guidance to others.

Work is typically conducted in beauty salons and spas.

The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.

No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this qualification at the time of publication.

  • Financial help

  • Cost

    Course costs can vary by provider and location. Ask your training provider for a cost estimate.

    • VET Student Loans are not available
    • You may need to pay for equipment or materials.

  • On-the-job training

    • Completing this course through a traineeship can help you to learn the skills you need.

    This traineeship is available:

    • Beauty Therapy

  • Entry requirements

    This course doesn't have any entry requirements. It could be a good starting point for your career.

  • Duration

    You complete this course when you’ve learned the skills, not after a set amount of time. The times shown are estimates.

    • Through traineeship:
      3 years
    • Qualification only:
      6 months – 2 years

  • Delivery options

    You may be able to access this training in these ways:

    • Workplace-based
    • Some classroom learning
    • Part-time available
    • Partially online
    • Practical learning

Course content

This course is made up of units.

All courses have core units—these are mandatory for completing the course. Most courses also have elective units, which you can choose from to suit your needs and interests. Not all training providers offer every elective, so check with your provider to find out which electives they can offer you.

For more information about course content, talk to your training provider or visit the National Training Register.

Unit Unit type
Apply cosmetic tanning products Core
Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices Core
Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment Core
Conduct salon financial transactions Core
Design and apply make-up Core
Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy Core
Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy Core
Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms Core
Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context Core
Provide body massages Core
Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations Core
Provide lash and brow services Core
Provide manicure and pedicare services Core
Provide salon services to clients Core
Provide waxing services Core
Research and apply beauty industry information Core
Sell to the retail customer Core
Use electric file equipment for nail services Core
Apply acrylic nail enhancements Elective
Apply advanced nail art Elective
Apply eyelash extensions Elective
Apply gel and dip powder nail enhancements Elective
Apply nail art Elective
Design and apply make-up for photography Elective
Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up Elective
Maintain infection control standards Elective
Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments Elective
Provide aromatherapy massages Elective
Provide specialised facial treatments Elective
Use social media and online tools Elective

Job prospects

The Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy sets you up for roles like these, but the skills you learn could take you even further.

  • Hair and Beauty Salon Manager

    ANZSCO 142114

    Manage the day to day operations of hairdressing or beauty salons.

    Recommended education level:
    Diploma, Advanced Diploma or Associate Degree

  • Beauty Therapist

    ANZSCO 451111

    Provide skincare and beauty treatments for the face, body, hands and feet.

    Recommended education level:
    Certificate III or IV

Training providers delivering Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

It's a good idea to research multiple training providers to make sure you're getting the right training for you.

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How to enrol in this course

To enrol, choose a training provider that offers this course. You can see provider details on this page.

When you find one that you think suits you, visit their website or contact them directly to confirm details like start dates, fees, funding, delivery locations and delivery options.

The provider will guide you through the enrolment process.

Delivery locations can change as students enrol. If you're doing any workplace-based training, like an apprenticeship, this will take place in a different location from your classroom training. Contact your training provider to confirm delivery locations.
Government funding may be available. Contact your training provider to confirm.
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