TAFE NSW
2 years
Become a qualified beauty therapist through nationally recognised training combining theory and practical experience. This Certificate IV develops your expertise in facials, massage, waxing, makeup, and nail services, preparing you for a rewarding career in the beauty industry or entrepreneurship.
You must be employed as an apprentice in the industry and registered with an Apprenticeship Connect Australia Provider (ACAP). Entry recommendations include commitment to hygiene and work health safety principles, confidence with massage techniques, and effective communication skills. You should be able to read everyday texts, write short sentences, participate in group discussions, perform basic mathematics, and use email and internet. Literacy and numeracy support is available through TAFE NSW.
The course comprises 23 units of competency: 18 core units and 5 specialty units. Core units cover essential skills including manicure and pedicure services, electric file equipment use, beauty industry research, skin and body structure knowledge, makeup design and application, waxing services, facial treatments, lash and brow services, body massage, hygiene and work practices, salon client services, financial transactions, cosmetic tanning, social media standards, retail sales, and nutritional promotion. Specialty units include infection prevention, nail art, eyelash extensions, advanced nail enhancements, aromatherapy massage, acrylic enhancements, gel and dip powder techniques, remedial camouflage makeup, photography makeup, microdermabrasion, sustainable practices, health and wellbeing, stone therapy massage, and female intimate waxing services.
TAFE NSW is a nationally recognised Registered Training Organisation (RTO 90003) with extensive experience in vocational education. The provider offers 24 study and location options across NSW, flexible delivery methods including on-campus, online, hybrid, and workplace training, and comprehensive student support services including disability support, language and literacy assistance, counselling, and career pathways guidance. TAFE NSW's beauty salons provide authentic simulated working environments for practical skill development.
Graduates pursue careers as beauticians, beauty therapists, product specialists, sales advisors, or salon owners. The nationally recognised qualification enables work opportunities across Australia without additional upskilling. The course provides a strong foundation to start your own beauty business, with skills in client relationship management, financial transactions, and professional standards. You can also advance your career through further study pathways and recognition of prior learning opportunities.
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