Canberra Institute of Technology (CIT)
12 months full-time or part-time equivalent
This Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy prepares you for a career providing professional beauty treatments including facials, massages, waxing, nail care and make-up services. Through hands-on experience in CIT's commercial salon, you'll develop industry-standard skills and confidence to work independently in beauty salons and spas.
You must have a Year 10 Certificate or equivalent literacy and numeracy skills. Students enrolling as Australian Apprentices or School-Based Apprentices must be employed in the industry and registered with an Apprentice Network Provider (ANP), and must undertake an LLND assessment prior to enrolment. International students must meet IELTS requirements. Australian Core Skills Framework literacy level 4 across reading, writing, learning and oral communication is recommended. A Unique Student Identifier (USI) is required to enrol.
The course comprises 23 subjects including 18 core units and 5 elective units. Core subjects cover: cosmetic tanning application, body massage, lash and brow services, facial treatments and skin care, waxing services, make-up design and application, beauty industry research, skin structure and functions, body structures and functions, nutrition in beauty therapy, salon financial transactions, salon client services, workplace compliance, hygiene and health practices, social media and professional standards, retail customer service, manicure and pedicure services, and electric file equipment for nails. Elective subjects include specialised facial treatments, micro-dermabrasion treatments, aromatherapy massage, aromatic oil blending, and infection control standards.
CIT is a leading vocational education provider with experienced beauty therapy professionals delivering this course. The institution offers hands-on training in its commercial Beauty Bar Salon, providing real-world experience under professional supervision. CIT's industry-experienced educators support skill development and knowledge acquisition. The qualification aligns with national industry standards and regulations, ensuring graduates are job-ready. CIT provides flexible study options including full-time, part-time, and apprenticeship pathways to suit different circumstances.
Graduates are prepared to work as skilled beauty therapists in beauty salons, spas, massage clinics and similar personal services environments. Career opportunities include positions in the beauty, massage and make-up services stream of the beauty industry. Upon completion, you can progress to the Diploma of Beauty Therapy at CIT, which can be completed within six months. The qualification opens pathways to independent salon work, management positions, or specialisation in specific beauty therapy treatments.
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