New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5)
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
WITT
Advance your skills in beauty therapy and learn the latest techniques including lash lifting, microdermabrasion, body machinery, facial peels, massage and more, with the option to gain the internationally-recognised CIDESCO Beauty Therapy Diploma.
In-person study
Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting
WITT New Plymouth (Main campus implied), New Plymouth
It will take a total of 1 year
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Professional standards and advanced techniques
Implement professional standards and expectations relating to advanced beauty services, including health, safety and hygiene obligations.
Client consultation and treatment planning
Conduct in-depth consultations, build client rapport, and develop and manage treatment plans for advanced beauty services.
Advanced service provision
Apply knowledge of advanced skin care, body therapy, and hair removal services as well as related products and skills to meet clients’ needs in line with industry standards and trends.
What You're Signing Up For
This Level 5 diploma builds on existing skills in beauty therapy, teaching advanced beauty techniques such as lash lifting, extensions, microdermabrasion, facial peels, advanced massage, and more. Students also have the opportunity to pursue the prestigious CIDESCO Beauty Therapy Diploma. The programme includes a focus on client care, business management, applied health and safety, nutrition, and in-depth knowledge of skin and body science, preparing graduates for work in salons or independent business.
Course Content
- Lash lifting
- Lash extensions
- Microdermabrasion
- Body machinery
- Facial peels
- Hot stone massage
- Brazilian waxing
- Health and safety (first aid, hygiene)
- Applied salon management (client consultation, business management, ethical standards)
- Advanced facial therapy (electrical therapy, advanced products)
- Body therapy (massage, exfoliation, body wraps)
- Electrolysis (hair removal)
- Anatomy, physiology, chemistry, biology as related to skin and body
- Nutrition and supplement recommendations
What you need to know first
New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4); or
Equivalent knowledge, skills, work experience or study.
Evidence of English language ability for non-native English speakers (IELTS Academic band score of 5 with no score less than 5, or equivalent)
What sort of industry will this job lead to
Beauty Therapy
Personal Care
Future employment opportunities might be
Beauty Therapist
Salon Manager/Owner
Product Company Representative
Brand Manager
Account Manager
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