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- Learning MethodOnline + Work Placement
- IntakesStart anytime
- LocationsAustralia Wide
- DurationMax 18 months
Course Overview
Career Outcomes:
- Beauty Therapist
Study areas include:
- Spray tanning
- Eyelash extensions
- Waxing
- Makeup
- Gel and dip powder nail enhancements
- Body massages
If you are passionate about Beauty, this Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy by Open Colleges is the perfect course for you. This course will allow you to take it from a passion to a career.
Further to the above study areas, you will learn how to use social media to grow your client base, maintain infection control standards, and much more. See below for more information on the units covered.
There is a mandatory work placement requirement of a minimum of 350 hours (split into 3 blocks) for this course. The work placement will provide you the opportunity put the skills you learn online into practice.
Upon completion of this course, you will be issued with a SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy by Open Colleges (RTO: 90796).
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Job Outcomes
- Beauty Therapist
Prerequisite & Entry Criteria
There are no mandatory Open Colleges entry requirements.
It is also recommended that students
- Are 18 years old (note: students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol)
- Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to work independently and use own familiar support resources, communicate effectively via email, and identify relevant information from a range of written texts. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete
- Year 12 or ACSF Level 3, or
- Certificate III level or higher
Minimum age
You will need to be at least 18 years old (note: students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol).
Equipment and tools
Access to others
This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays. These will require participation by 1-2 other people sourced by you.
Tools and equipment
You will need to purchase specific tools and equipment for this course. Click here to view the complete list of materials, equipment and tools required for this course.
Physical Requirements
You will need to have the requisite physical fitness to undertake work placement in a Beauty Salon. Some treatment services will require you to stand for periods of up to 90 mins.
Subjects
Module 1
| SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information |
Module 2
| SHBXWHS003 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
| SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards |
Module 3
| SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services |
| SHBBNLS011 | Use electric file equipment for nail services |
| SHBBNLS008 | Apply gel and dip powder nail enhancements |
Module 4
| SHBXIND003 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
Module 5
| SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions |
| SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients |
Module 6
| Work Placement | Block 1 |
Module 7
| SHBBSSC001 | Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy |
Module 8
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services |
Module 9
| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services |
Module 10
| SHBXCCS006 | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context |
Module 11
| SHBBSSC002 | Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy |
Module 12
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up |
| SHBBMUP011 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up |
Module 13
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer |
Module 14
| Work Placement | Block 2 |
Module 15
| SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations |
Module 16
| SHBBMUP008 | Apply eyelash extensions |
Module 17
| SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products |
Module 18
| SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages |
Module 19
| ICTWEB306 | Develop web presence using social media |
Module 20
| SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
Module 21
| Work Placement | Block 3 |
Fees
PLEASE NOTE – Open Colleges is a privately-run Registered Training Organisation (RTO), not government-run like a TAFE. Therefore, Open Colleges cannot offer government funding. Please check eligibility requirements before beginning an enrolment with Open Colleges.
Fees for this course depend on the payment method and any existing promotions available with Open Colleges.
Always remember to enquire about any:
- Discounts
- Payment Plans
which may be available.
About the Institution
Open Colleges (RTO 90796) is an Australian education market leader with over 125 years of experience. Now an online learning market leader, Open Colleges focuses on supporting individuals to learn at their own pace.