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.
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.
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) |
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
You will need to be at least 18 years old.
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.
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.
Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. You can access the Language, Literacy and Numeracy tool here.
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.
SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information |
SHBXWHS003 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards |
SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services |
SHBBNLS011 | Use electric file equipment for nail services |
SHBBNLS008 | Apply gel and dip powder nail enhancements |
SHBXIND003 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions |
SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients |
Work Placement | Block 1 |
SHBBSSC001 | Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy |
SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services |
SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services |
SHBXCCS006 | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context |
SHBBSSC002 | Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy |
SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up |
SHBBMUP011 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up |
SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer |
Work Placement | Block 2 |
SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations |
SHBBMUP008 | Apply eyelash extensions |
SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products |
SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages |
ICTWEB306 | Develop web presence using social media |
SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
Work Placement | Block 3 |
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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) |
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
You will need to be at least 18 years old.
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.
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.
Our free online assessment tool can help give you an idea of the language, literacy and numeracy skills needed to study a VET course. This tool can also help you determine your learning level and help you plan your future studies. You can access the Language, Literacy and Numeracy tool here.
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.
SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information |
SHBXWHS003 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards |
SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services |
SHBBNLS011 | Use electric file equipment for nail services |
SHBBNLS008 | Apply gel and dip powder nail enhancements |
SHBXIND003 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions |
SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients |
Work Placement | Block 1 |
SHBBSSC001 | Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy |
SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services |
SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services |
SHBXCCS006 | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context |
SHBBSSC002 | Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy |
SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply make-up |
SHBBMUP011 | Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up |
SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer |
Work Placement | Block 2 |
SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations |
SHBBMUP008 | Apply eyelash extensions |
SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products |
SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages |
ICTWEB306 | Develop web presence using social media |
SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
Work Placement | Block 3 |
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.
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.
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.