Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
NorthTec (Tai Tokerau Wānanga)This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Campus
Whangarei
*Subject to NZQA approval.
This programme provides you with the knowledge and skills in beauty therapy to work in the New Zealand and international beauty therapy industries.
If you’re creative with an outgoing personality you will love this hands-on, practical programme teaching you all the basics of the beauty industry. With our near-new salon facilities, you’ll learn in a real working environment – complete with weekly salon days for paying public clients.
This course will train you in all aspects of beauty therapy, opening doors to a wide variety of careers including working in spas, salons, hotels and resorts, on cruise ships, becoming a sales representative, or even setting up your own business.
Our class hours are Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday with additional self-directed learning (which may be spent at NorthTec or on work experience or studying from home).
What you will learnLearn how to perform a wide range of beauty therapy skills including facial and body treatments, Swedish body massage, manicures and pedicures, epilation, skin care and make-up. You’ll gain hands-on experience consulting with clients and develop key skills in communication and customer service, whilst performing treatments.
Graduates will be able to:
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