Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

In this course you will learn from our team of professionals how to provide a range of beauty services including:

waxing manicure and pedicare lash and brow treatments spray tanning make-up.

You will also learn to deliver beauty therapy treatments including:

basic and advanced facial treatments body massage body treatments.

This course includes training in demonstrating and selling retail skin care and cosmetic products.

You’ll also learn about safe hygiene and work practices and environmental sustainability.

You will learn through a combination of classroom and hands-on practical exercises, plus completing a practical placement in a salon of your choice.

You’ll graduate with the technical and customer service skills needed to work as a competent beauty therapist.

To be awarded SHB40115 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy, a student must complete a total of nineteen (19) units of competency, consisting of:

• thirteen (13) core units, and;
• six (6) elective units, of which:
• three (3) units must be selected from the electives listed in the SHB40115 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy qualification;
• three (3) units may be selected from the electives listed in the SHB40115 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy qualification, elsewhere in SHB Hairdressing and Beauty Services Training Package or any other current training package or accredited course.

Course structure and units

CORE UNITS

• SHBBBOS001 - Apply cosmetic tanning products
• SHBBBOS002 - Provide body massages
• SHBBBOS003 - Provide body treatments
• SHBBFAS001 - Provide lash and brow services
• SHBBFAS002 - Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations
• SHBBHRS001 - Provide waxing services
• SHBBMUP002 - Design and apply make-up
• SHBBNLS001 - Provide manicure and pedicare services
• SHBBRES001 - Research and apply beauty industry information
• SHBXCCS001 - Conduct salon financial transactions
• SHBXCCS002 - Provide salon services to clients
• SHBXIND001 - Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
• SHBXWHS001 - Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

ELECTIVE UNITS

• SHBBFAS003 - Provide specialised facial treatments
• SHBBMUP003 - Design and apply make-up for photography
• SHBBMUP004 - Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up
• SHBBNLS004 - Apply nail art

Imported

• SHBBCCS001 - Advise on beauty products and services
• SHBBINF001 - Maintain infection control standards

Meeting the minimum admission requirements does not guarantee you entry into this course. Some courses receive more applications than the number of places available. In this situation we will also assess your education, work and other relevant experience.

If you do not meet the minimum requirements you may be eligible for one of our special admission programs. We also encourage you to explore our study pathways to help you reach your goal.

Find out more about how to apply for our courses, and our commitment to admissions transparency.

Entry requirements

Prior to enrolment, all applicants will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment to assist with determining eligibility and to identify learning support needs.

Pathways from VU courses

There are many ways you can start your education journey at VU. Pathways offer an easy transition between courses at different levels, so that you can start with a certificate and progress right through to postgraduate study.

Find out more about pathways and credits.

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)

You may be able to complete your qualification sooner through formal recognition of your existing skills. This is known as Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).

To receive RPL, we assess your previous work, education and life experiences against recognised qualifications. Applications for RPL can be made prior to enrolling.

Call us on 1300 TAFE VP (1300 823 387) to discuss RPL options with the course manager.

This qualification reflects the role of individuals who are competent in a prescribed range of beauty therapy treatments and services, including facial massage, lash and brow treatments, nail technology services, make-up, waxing, body massage, and aromatherapy as well as providing advice on and selling retail skin care and cosmetic products. Work would be undertaken as skilled beauty therapists in the beauty therapy services stream of the beauty industry.