Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology (NMIT)This course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Next start date
Expected Feb 2026
Campus
Nelson Campus
Gain the skills for a beauty therapy career. Learn makeup, facials, eye treatments, waxing, nails, and spray tanning.
80 credits NCEA Level 1 or above, including 10 literacy credits and 10 numeracy credits at Level 1 or above.
Alternative requirementsApplicants (including those over 20 years of age) who are unable to evidence that they meet Academic Entry Requirements, but who can demonstrate acquired skills for tertiary study gained through study, work and/or life experience, may be approved for alternative entry by the Curriculum Manager or delegate.
English language requirementsIf English is not the applicant’s first language they will need to provide a result from a test or qualification on the acceptable alternatives English Proficiency Outcomes Table.(external link)
Applicants who do not have evidence of English language skills and are a New Zealand citizen or permanent resident, may contact NMIT for an assessment.
IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form and are valid for two years from the date of the test.
Note: Applicants who have achieved NCEA Level 3 University Entrance requirements are not required to provide evidence of English language skills.
Further informationApplicants must be at least 17 years of age at the time the programme commences.
Applicants who meet academic entry criteria may be required to attend an interview with the Programme Coordinator and tutor to inform the applicant about the programmes and assess suitability of the programmes for the applicant.
The Nelson Marlborough Institute of Technology computer network is a central facility for all students. Rules governing student use of the computer network are provided.
Students must provide their own:
Students must purchase a kit bag from NMIT. Enrolled students will be notified of the contents and cost of the kit bag prior to the start of the course date.
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