SHB40121

Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

Course Description

During this course, you'll learn how to perform facial and body treatments, waxing, and nail services, as well as the art of make-up application, and other specialist treatments, such as eyelash extension procedures and aromatherapy massage. You will also learn how to recommend skincare products and cosmetics.

This hands-on course gets you job-ready so that when you finish your study, you can walk straight into work as a beauty therapist.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to use social media to grow your client base.
The course gives you the opportunity to specialise in a range of unique treatments including spray tanning, eyelash extensions, waxing, makeup, and gel and dip powder nail enhancements.

If you are an existing worker or have experience in the related industry, please inform our enrolment consultants during your enrolment conversation. You may be eligible to enrol as an existing worker and complete your studies faster. Please note - limitations do apply.

Potential career outcomes

Beauty Therapist

Course Details

Course number	E1405
Qualification name	SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
Course duration	Maximum 18 months
Delivery Method	Online with Work Placement (via OpenSpaceX)
Recognition	Nationally Recognised
Assessments	Multiple choice Quiz, Projects, Role plays, Video, Work Placement, Written assignments
Awarded by	Open Colleges Pty Ltd (Provider number: 90796)

Requirements

Entry Requirements

There are no mandated education entry requirements for this qualification, per the SHB Hairdressing and Beauty Services Training Package.

There are no mandatory Open Colleges entry requirements.

It is also recommended that students

Are 18 years old (note: students under 18 will need permission from a parent or guardian to enrol)
Have language, literacy and numeracy skills that ensure the ability to work independently and use own familiar support resources, communicate effectively via email, and identify relevant information from a range of written texts. These skills are equivalent to those that would be required to successfully complete
- Year 12 or ACSF Level 3, or
- Certificate III level or higher
Have access to a modern computer with video/audio playback capabilities and high-speed internet
Have access to Microsoft Office or equivalent
Have basic computing skills, including ability to make a short video
Have access to a digital video recording device to save and upload video/image files to OpenSpace, e.g., mobile phone/smartphone.

Minimum age

You will need to be at least 18 years old.

Equipment and tools

Access to others

This course includes a requirement to record video and/ or audio roleplays. These will require participation by 1-2 other people sourced by you.

Tools and equipment

You will need to purchase specific tools and equipment for this course. Click here to view the complete list of materials, equipment and tools required for this course.

Physical Requirements

You will need to have the requisite physical fitness to undertake work placement in a Beauty Salon. Some treatment services will require you to stand for periods of up to 90 mins.

Language, Literacy and Numeracy

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Subjects

Open Colleges may make changes to the course from time to time to reflect changes introduced to the relevant Training Package or other regulatory requirements. Please download the course guide for current information about the course and its status.

Module 1

SHBBRES003

Research and apply beauty industry information

Source and use information on beauty industry
Source and apply information on legal and ethical issues for the beauty industry
Update knowledge of beauty industry and product

Module 2

SHBXWHS003

Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

Protect self from infection risks
Apply organisational safety procedures
Use electricity safely
Minimise infection risks in the salon environment
Follow infection control procedures
Follow procedures for emergency situations
Clean salon

SHBBINF002

Maintain infection control standards

Comply with infection control regulations and guidelines and related legal obligations
Monitor hygiene of premises
Maintain infection control for skin penetration treatments
Sterilise equipment and maintain steriliser
Maintain awareness of clinic design for control of infection risks

Module 3

SHBBNLS007

Provide manicure and pedicare services

Establish client priorities
Prepare for nail service
Provide nail service
Review service
Clean treatment area

SHBBNLS011

Use electric file equipment for nail services

Establish client priorities
Prepare for nail service
Provide nail service
Review service
Clean treatment area

SHBBNLS008

Apply gel and dip powder nail enhancements

Establish client priorities
Prepare for nail enhancement service
Remove nail enhancements
Apply, refill or repair gel nails
Apply, refill or repair dip powder nail enhancements
Review service
Clean service area

Module 4

SHBXIND003

Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

Develop knowledge of employment rights and responsibilities
Work within organisational requirements
Support work team
Maintain personal presentation
Develop effective work habits

Module 5

SHBXCCS007

Conduct salon financial transactions

Operate point-of-sale equipment
Complete point-of-sale transactions
Complete refund
Remove takings from register or terminal
Reconcile takings

SHBXCCS008

Provide salon services to clients

Receive clients
Provide customer service and salon treatments
Schedule appointments for clients
Respond to client complaints
Respond to clients with special need

Module 6

Work Placement

Block 1

Work placement block 1 – 170 hours and may be commenced after successful completion of Modules 1 – 5 and your work placement preparation activities.

Module 7

SHBBSSC001

Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy

Use knowledge of the skin structure and systems to determine client needs
Use knowledge of the skin structure and systems to design treatment
Advise clients
Record relevant data
Maintain knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Module 8

SHBBFAS004

Provide lash and brow services

Establish client priorities
Prepare for lash and brow service
Chemically treat eyelashes and eyebrows
Shape eyebrows
Tint eyelashes and eyebrows
Review service and provide post service advice
Clean service area

Module 9

SHBBHRS010

Provide waxing services

Establish client priorities
Prepare for waxing service
Apply wax to waxing area
Review waxing service and provide post service advice
Clean service area

Module 10

SHBXCCS006

Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context

Identify the role of nutrition in beauty therapy treatments
Apply knowledge of the body’s systems to beauty therapy treatments
Provide advice on dietary guidelines

Module 11

SHBBSSC002

Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy

Use knowledge of the body structure and systems to determine client needs
Use knowledge of the body structure and systems to design treatment
Advise clients
Record relevant data
Maintain knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Module 12

SHBBMUP009

Design and apply make-up

SHBBMUP011

Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up

Establish remedial camouflage make-up requirement
Design make-up plan
Apply remedial camouflage make-up
Review service
Clean treatment work area

Module 13

SIRXSLS001

Sell to the retail customer

Establish customer needs
Provide advice on products and services
Facilitate the sale of products and services

Module 14

Work Placement

Block 2

Work placement block 2 – 106 hours and may be commenced after successful completion of Modules 7 – 13 and your work placement preparation activities.

Module 15

SHBBFAS005

Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations

Establish client priorities
Design and recommend facials
Prepare for facial treatment
Cleanse skin
Provide facial massage
Apply specialised products
Review facial
Provide post treatment skin care recommendations
Clean treatment area

Module 16

SHBBMUP008

Apply eyelash extensions

Establish service requirements
Remove damaged, sparse, or grown out eyelash extensions
Apply eyelash extensions
Provide post service advice
Clean treatment work area

Module 17

SHBBBOS007

Apply cosmetic tanning products

Establish client priorities
Prepare to apply cosmetic tanning products
Use spray gun to apply product
Review service
Clean service area

Module 18

SHBBBOS008

Provide body massages

Establish client priorities
Design and recommend massage
Prepare for body massage treatment
Provide body massages
Review massage and provide body care advice
Clean treatment area

Module 19

ICTWEB306

Develop web presence using social media

Prepare to use social media tools and applications
Set up and use social media tools and applications
Review use of social media tools and application in developing web presence

Module 20

SIRXOSM002

Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms

Source information on the general impacts of social media
Comply with industry and organisational ethical and professional codes of conduct for online activities
Maintain personal online presence consistent with organisational standards
Protect customer privacy and maintain confidentiality of organisational information
Source information on copyright
Engage professionally with customers online

Module 21

Work Placement

Block 3

Work placement block 3 – 74 hours and may be commenced after successful completion of Modules 15– 20 and your work placement preparation activities.

Payment Options

Pay in Full

You can choose to pay your course fees in full upon enrolment and benefit from a 10% discount (unless otherwise advertised).

Pay 50% & Payment Plan Combo

You can also choose to pay 50% of your total course fees upon enrolment and the balance on a Payment Plan. When you do, you’ll benefit from 50% of the standard Pay in Full discount (unless otherwise advertised).

Payment Plan

You can choose to pay for your course in weekly or fortnightly instalments. By paying in instalments, you can schedule your payments around your regular outgoings and get ahead without breaking the bank. Open Colleges payment plans are interest-free.

BPAY®

With BPAY®, you’re able to pay quickly and securely, 24/7 through your internet, mobile or phone banking service. You can choose when, how much and from which account to pay from - whatever works for you. BPAY® is only available when paying in full. Call an Enrolment Consultant to find out more.

BPAY® is a trademark of BPAY Pty Ltd ABN 69 079 137 518. Check if BPAY® is right for you by reading the terms and conditions available from your Financial Institution.

Trainers

Ellena Frisina

Ellena has over 15 years' experience in the beauty and cosmetic industry, which started after achieving a Diploma of Beauty Therapy, working in salons, cosmetic clinics, running her own beauty business (specialising in brow-shaping, nails and tanning), supervising work placement students, as well as lecturing experience. Ellena is motivated by helping others to feel better about themselves, being able to pass on her knowledge to students (and seeing them develop and enhance their confidence and skills), and being part of an industry that is continuing to grow and allow therapists to have flexible work arrangements.

Her favourite treatments to teach includes stone therapy massage, nail treatments, brow shaping, lash treatments (including extensions), and tanning.

Work Placement

The course contains a minimum of 350 hours of work placement

The workplace will need to provide nail and beauty treatments and have access to a full comprehensive range of professional products for each practical treatment performed. Examples of suitable workplaces include beauty salons and beauty/retreat spas and nail salons.

You may be required to complete work placement in multiple salons if your chosen salon does not provide all of the required services. Only work placement block 1 can be completed in a nail salon.

You will be required to complete a minimum of 350 hours of work placement, which will be split into three blocks

Work placement block 1 – 170 hours and may be commenced after successful completion of Modules 1 – 5 and your work placement preparation activities.

Work placement block 2 – 106 hours and may be commenced after successful completion of Modules 7 – 13 and your work placement preparation activities.

Work placement block 3 – 74 hours and may be commenced after successful completion of Modules 15– 20 and your work placement preparation activities.

Immunisations

Please note that your host organisation may require you to provide an up to date immunisation history prior to the commencement of your work placement. Open Colleges has no control over this requirement so if you are unable to provide this, you will need to discuss it with your intended Host Organisation.

It should also be noted that some immunisations, such as Hepatitis B and COVID-19, need multiple injections to be administered over a specific time period before you are deemed immune. It is important that you consult with your GP as soon as possible to avoid delays in starting your work placement.

Course at a Glance

Career Outcomes

Beauty Therapist

Delivery Method

Online with Work Placement (via OpenSpaceX)

Payment

Flexible payment options available

Recognition

Nationally recognised

Course at a Glance

Career Outcomes

Beauty Therapist

Delivery Method

Online with Work Placement (via OpenSpaceX)

Payment

Flexible payment options available

Recognition

Nationally recognised

Course Description

This hands-on course gets you job-ready so that when you finish your study, you can walk straight into work as a beauty therapist.
Throughout the course, you will learn how to use social media to grow your client base.
The course gives you the opportunity to specialise in a range of unique treatments including spray tanning, eyelash extensions, waxing, makeup, and gel and dip powder nail enhancements.