Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Whitireia and WelTecNew Zealand Certificate in Skin Care and Cosmetics
This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Duration
17 weeks
Next start date
Expected Jan 2027
Campus
Petone Campus
Summary
Gain hands-on experience and learn practical skills in skincare routines, maintenance, and both classic and trending makeup techniques. Learn to develop client consultation skills and product knowledge recommendations through an introduction to basic beauty services, as well as other key skills in communication, professionalism, and sales strategies.
What you will learn- Prepare the face for long-lasting makeup application
- Carry out day, evening and special occasion makeup looks
- Client consultation, to establish needs and determine makeup or skin care service
- Identify symptoms of skin conditions to advise clients of future implications and possible treatments
- Gain product knowledge of cosmetics and skincare
- Customer service and communication skills
- Retail and promotion skills for makeup and beauty sales
- Personal presentation for the beauty industry
- Industry health, safety and hygiene principles
This programme is a pathway to study in our Level 4 Makeup Artistry or Beauty Therapy programmes.
- Beauty consultant
- Makeup artist
- Makeup counter salesperson
Entry criteria
DomesticNCEA Level 1 or evidence of equivalent skills and knowledge.
International StudentsFind your country's equivalent academic entry requirements here
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