Beauty Taster
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
Wintec
A one-day taster course offering secondary students a hands-on introduction to beauty therapy, including facials, skincare, and nail care, providing insight into the salon environment and industry expectations.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
The Hub, Rotokauri Campus, Hamilton


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Understand basic salon practices
Gain foundational knowledge of day-to-day operations within a beauty salon setting.

Perform basic mini facials
Learn and practice introductory techniques for conducting mini facials.

Comprehend skincare fundamentals
Develop an understanding of skin health and essential skincare principles.
What You're Signing Up For
The Beauty Taster course at Wintec is designed for Year 11 and above secondary students to experience a day in a professional beauty salon environment. Participants will have the opportunity to try mini facials, understand the fundamentals of skincare, and learn basic nail care processes. The course provides a foundational understanding of the beauty industry and the expectations for working in a salon, helping students consider further study or a career in beauty therapy.
Course Content
- Introduction to beauty salon operations
- Mini facials techniques
- Fundamentals of skincare
- Basic nail care processes
- Professional requirements and expectations in a salon environment
What you need to know first
Year 11 and above (secondary school students)

What sort of industry will this job lead to
Beauty Therapy
Personal Services

Future employment opportunities might be
Pathway to further study in beauty therapy
Foundation for entry-level roles in salons (with further study)


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