GOTAFE (Northern Victoria Institute of TAFE)
1 year (full-time); 3 years (part-time traineeship)
Advance your beauty therapy career with hands-on training in lash, brow, nail, makeup, massage, and waxing services. This government-accredited Certificate IV prepares you to work independently as a Beauty Therapist in salons and spas, with flexible full-time or part-time study options including blended on-campus and online learning.
Applicants must complete a Basic Key Skills Builder (BKSB) online test to demonstrate required literacy and numeracy levels. A Pre-training Review interview is required to ensure the course suits your needs and aspirations. For non-traineeship students, prior completion of Certificate III in Beauty Services (SHB30121) is required. Traineeship or Apprenticeship applicants must apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider with their employer to organise an apprenticeship contract before applying. You must be physically capable of performing demanding work including long hours on your feet, massage, body treatments, and waxing.
The course comprises 23 units: 18 core and 5 elective. Core units include: Apply cosmetic tanning products, Provide body massages, Provide lash and brow services, Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations, Provide waxing services, Design and apply make-up, Provide manicure and pedicure services, Use electric file equipment for nail services, Research and apply beauty industry information, Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions, Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions, Promote healthy nutritional options in beauty therapy, Conduct salon financial transactions, Provide salon services to clients, Comply with organisational requirements, Apply safe hygiene and health practices, Maintain ethical and professional standards using social media, and Sell to the retail customer. Elective units include specialised facial treatments, female intimate waxing, infection control standards, eyelash extensions, remedial camouflage make-up, health and wellbeing maintenance, and client greeting and preparation.
GOTAFE is a government-accredited Registered Training Organisation (RTO 3094) with extensive experience delivering vocational education across Northern Victoria. The institute offers flexible blended learning combining practical on-campus training with online theory, multiple campus locations, comprehensive student support services including counselling, disability support, and learning assistance, and recognition of prior learning options. GOTAFE's beauty therapy program is delivered by experienced trainers in purpose-equipped salons and training facilities.
Graduates are prepared to work as Beauty Therapists in salons and spas, providing a range of beauty treatments and services independently. Career progression opportunities include advancing to Senior Beauty Therapist or Beautician roles, specialising in specific treatments such as lash extensions or remedial make-up, managing salon operations, or establishing your own beauty business. Further study options include the Diploma of Beauty Therapy (SHB50121) for advanced qualifications and management pathways in the beauty and wellness industry.
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