| Course Code | SHB40121 |
| Locations |
Warrnambool
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| Study Mode | Full-time, On Campus |
| Length | Full-time, twelve months |
| Commencement | February |
| Timetable | Four days a week in Semester one, then three and a half days a week in Semester two |
Jobs in the beauty sector are expected to increase by over 25% in the next 4 years so why not start your career now.
This course focuses on providing you with the skills to become a confident beauty therapist and to provide a variety of beauty treatments and services, including lash and brow treatments, eyelash extensions, nail services, facial treatments, make-up application, body massage, aromatherapy massage and waxing.
You will gain valuable hands-on experience working in the Pure Academy Salon during your course and have access to free workshops with our reputable industry partners.
Completing the Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy will give you skills and knowledge across a variety of beauty streams including:
Upon completion of this course, you will be skilled to gain employerment in a variety of beauty industry settings including:
This course provides a pathway for further study at South West TAFE in the Diploma of Beauty Therapy.
Why don’t you come along to our next course info session to find out everything you need to start your learning journey? You can chat with our teachers, tour our facilities, learn more about the course, find out about the application process and get your questions answered by our course experts.
Students are required to obtain a police check prior to starting the course. The impact of any disclosures will be considered on a case by case basis.
Students enrolling in this course must be 17 years of age or older and have completed year 11 or equivalent.
To be eligible for this qualification, you must successfully complete 23 units: 18 core and 5 elective.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products | 20 | $30.00 |
| SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages | 100 | $15.00 |
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services | 30 | $71.55 |
| SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | 100 | $45.00 |
| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services | 100 | $45.00 |
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up | 45 | $336.07 |
| SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | 60 | $56.21 |
| SHBBNLS011 | Use electric file equipment for nail services | 30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information | 20 | $0.00 |
| SHBBSSC001 | Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | 60 | $0.00 |
| SHBBSSC002 | Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | 60 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS006 | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | 40 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions | 25 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients | 30 | $0.00 |
| SHBXIND003 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | 45 | $0.00 |
| SHBXWHS003 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | 40 | $0.00 |
| SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | 50 | $0.00 |
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer | 20 | $0.00 |
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS009 | Provide aromatherapy massages | 80 | $229.75 |
| SHBBCCS006 | Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments | 35 | $15.00 |
| SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards | 75 | $5.00 |
| SHBBMUP008 | Apply eyelash extensions | 40 | $181.15 |
| SHBBMUP010 | Design and apply make-up for photography | 30 | $15.00 |
This course involves accredited units. You will be required to complete assessment tasks to demonstrate your underpinning knowledge, skills and attributes to meet the course outcomes. A combination of written, oral and practical assessment strategies will be used in either a classroom, online or workplace environment.
Where units require demonstration of skills in a workplace environment, you will have the opportunity to do this either in your own workplace (where appropriate), through a practical placement, or by using one of the Institute's simulated workshops/classrooms. Detailed information about the types, conduct and dates of assessments will be provided in advance. You will also be provided with information about the opportunity for reassessment and appeal.
Once you have applied for your chosen course, you will receive a thank you email from South West TAFE with a few steps to help process your enrolment.
Complete a Pre-Training Review
You will receive an email to complete a Pre-Training Review online evaluation. This evaluation helps us tailor your training to suit your needs.
Create or provide a Unique Student Identifier (USI)
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Skills recognition
If you have experience or prior qualifications, you may be eligible to apply for recognition of prior learning and gain credits. You will be asked to provide any relevant Statement of Attainment to support identified credits.
Here's an outline of fees and costs associated with your course.
Your fees each year can be made up of 3 different elements. Everyone has different circumstances that can affect what you pay and how much you pay. :
There are 4 different rates of tuition fees. Only one will apply to you (depending on your eligibility and circumstances).
FIND OUT MORE ABOUT FEES AND ELIGIBILITY
The fees listed below are indicative only. The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Funding made available to eligible individuals by State and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect future opportunities to access additional funding in the future.
| Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $5,010.00 |
| Concession rate | $1,005.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $8,345.00 |
Some courses require specific resources or materials necessary for your study eg: tools of the trade, excursions, etc. Final costs will be determined upon enrolment.
| Additional course fees | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Course consumable/materials (approximate) | $1,432.28 |
Once we have processed your enrolment form, you will receive an email with your invoice.
You have three options when organising your payment:
Payments will need to be arranged within five(5) business days of receiving the email containing your invoice.
We also offer a range of scholarships each year which you may be eligible to apply for to assist with course fees.
There are five simple steps to apply for a course with us.
If need any assistance with applying, contact our Customer Service team on 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus.
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