| Course Code | SHB40121 |
| Locations | Warrnambool |
| Study Mode | Full-time, On Campus |
| Length | 12 months |
| Commencement | February, July |
| Timetable | Two to three days a week, depending on your course commencement. |
This course will equip you with the practical skills and knowledge to become a confident beauty therapist and deliver a broad range of professional beauty treatments and services. You’ll develop skills in lash and brow treatments, eyelash extensions, nail services, facial treatments, make-up application, body massage, aromatherapy massage and waxing.
Throughout the course, you’ll gain hands-on experience in the Pure Academy salon, complemented by virtual classes and industry-focused learning. You’ll also have the opportunity to visit a leading day spa and access workshops delivered by our industry partners, providing valuable insight into current industry practices and career opportunities.
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 | $35.00 |
| SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages | 100 | $242.00 |
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services | 30 | $85.00 |
| SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | 100 | $60.00 |
| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services | 100 | $60.00 |
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up | 45 | $400.00 |
| SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services | 60 | $105.00 |
| 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 | $25.00 |
| SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards | 75 | $15.00 |
| SHBBMUP008 | Apply eyelash extensions | 40 | $225.00 |
| SHBBBOS009 | Provide aromatherapy massages | 80 | $145.00 |
| SHBBCCS006 | Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments | 35 | $50.00 |
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.
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) | $7,945.00 |
| Concession rate | $1,590.00 |
| Full fee rate (if not eligible for govt subsidy) | $12,430.00 |
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) | $1,917.00 |
An annual student services fee contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services.
| Student service fee | Annual amount |
|---|---|
| Concession rate | $100.00 |
| Standard rate | $150.00 |
This fee is non-refundable upon commencement of your course. Some students may be exempt from the student service fee. Your fee will be confirmed based on your circumstances when you enrol.
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.
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This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact our Customer Service team.
Skill sets are courses that are available free of any tuition fees for eligible applicants.
These courses are not part of the Free TAFE program and therefore will not impact your eligibility to study a Free TAFE course in the future.
Right now this course is only offered at limited locations, however, we’d welcome you to register your interest in your preferred study location. This will help us to plan for future course delivery locations.
This is Free TAFE course. Free TAFE is a Victorian Government program that covers tuition fees for priority courses for students who are eligible for government-subsidised training. There may still be some costs like course materials, uniform or excursions applicable to the course you select.
A Free TAFE Pathways Program is a group of courses that complement each other to help you continue to train for the career and industry you may wish to work in.
For eligible students, these courses are tuition fee free. Depending on the course, you may still be required to pay material fees. The consumable fees for this course are listed in the above table.
Find out more about Free TAFE Pathways Program and eligibility or contact our Customer Service team.
Skill sets are courses that are available free of any tuition fees for eligible applicants.
These courses are not part of the Free TAFE program and therefore will not impact your eligibility to study a Free TAFE course in the future.
Right now this course is only offered at limited locations, however, we’d welcome you to register your interest in your preferred study location. This will help us to plan for future course delivery locations.
