| Course Code | SHB40121 |
| Locations |
Warrnambool
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| Study Mode | Full-time, On Campus |
| Length | 10 months |
| Commencement | July 2025 |
| Timetable | Four days a week in semester one, then two days a week in semester two. |
Jobs in the beauty sector are expected to increase by more than 25 per cent in the next four 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.
During the course, you will gain hands-on experience working in the Pure Academy salon along with some virtual classes during your course. You will visit a leading day spa and have free access to workshops with our industry partners.
Completing the Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy will give you skills and knowledge across a variety of beauty streams including:
Upon completion, you will have the opportunity to continue employment in a variety of beauty industry settings including working in a salon, resorts, day spas, cruise ships, make-up artistry, massage, or own your own business.
This course provides a pathway for further study at South West TAFE in the Diploma of Beauty Therapy.
There is no work placement required for this course. You will complete all practical tasks and assessments on clients whilst working in the Pure Academy. The fully-functioning salon at Pure Academy will give you the opportunity to become confident with your skills and help you become job-ready to industry standards.
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.
To be eligible to be awarded this qualification you must successfully complete 23 units: 18 core and 5 elective units.
During this course, you will be required to have close and physical contact with another person to practice beauty therapy services.
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer | 20 | $0.00 |
| SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products | 20 | $32.00 |
| SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages | 100 | $220.00 |
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services | 30 | $97.00 |
| SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | 100 | $55.00 |
| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services | 100 | $55.00 |
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up | 45 | $380.00 |
| SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | 60 | $95.00 |
| 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 |
| Unit Code | Unit Name | Unit Hours | Unit Consumables |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBMUP010 | Design and apply make-up for photography | 30 | $20.00 |
| SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards | 75 | $15.00 |
| SHBBMUP008 | Apply eyelash extensions | 40 | $200.00 |
| SHBBBOS009 | Provide aromatherapy massages | 80 | $175.00 |
| SHBBCCS006 | Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments | 35 | $35.00 |
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 course fees published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Course fee funding is made available to eligible individuals by the Victorian and Commonwealth Governments. If funding is utilised, this may affect opportunities to access additional funding in the future. An accurate quote for this course will be provided during the enrolment process.
| Course fees by student type | Indicative Course Fee |
|---|---|
| Government subsidised rate (if eligible) | $5,735.00 |
| Concession rate | $1,150.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $9,595.00 |
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) | $1,773.00 |
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 you need any assistance with applying, contact our team on 1300 648 911 or visit your nearest campus.
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