Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
Become an expert in skin, health and wellness with elegance, style & grace
Course code: SHB40121
Uncover how you can benefit others in feeling their absolute best, through beauty, wellness and cosmetics.
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy specialises in a range of industry expected treatments, from face and body hair removal, brow design and shaping, lash and brow colouring, nutrition and wellness, skin health with radiance and lifting, new facial trends from traditional facial sculpting massage to super-relaxing skin infusions, body massages and the power of touch and healing energy. Nail care, design and spotlight trends and how to make positive changes to how you can best present yourself in industry.
You will also able to communicate with clients to recommend treatments and services and sell game-changing skincare and cosmetic products. From splurge-worthy and cost-efficient we’ve got it covered.
From cleansers and balms to concentrates and masks, get ready for a lifetime of five-star knowledge for complexions.
Individuals at this level will undertake work independently, with very limited guidance from others, and be able to perform routine and non-routine activities, solving non-routine problems. They will also be able to apply and adapt technical skills and knowledge, using judgment in delivering beauty treatments and services and with that being responsible for their own productivities.
Successful graduates provide services in beauty salons and spas performing, fresh innovative cosmetic tanning applications, body massages and treatments, up-to-the-minute lash and brow services, advanced eyelash extensions, on trend facial treatments and skin care obsessions, refined hair removal, makeup designs, trends and techniques from guides to applying blush to change face shapes to tricks in drawing that perfect cat-eye wing with beauty lover techniques in designing and applying makeup for every day, commercial and fashion together with manicure and pedicures, from plenty of twists on the French manicure to mismatched nails and dip powder creations, there’s something to learn for every vibe, mood, for all different nail shapes– from gel and acrylic nail enhancements to nail art classics and advanced covering the dimensional, overtones of shimmer, holographic and reflective shines with design techniques and trends.
Become part of our national spa-networking community.
Course details
Course fee
$14,050.00
Payment plans*
Payment plans are available.
Nominal hours
1,156 Hours
Duration
2 years
Australian accredited
Yes
Kit and uniform
Not included
*Incurs 3% Administration fee
Course fee
€14,050.00
Payment plans*
Payment plans are available.
Nominal hours
1,156 Hours
Duration
2 years
Australian accredited
Yes
Kit and uniform
Not included
*Incurs 3% Administration fee
Apprenticeships and Traineeships*
Course fee
$14,050.00
Payment plans*
Payment plans are available.
Nominal hours
1,156 Hours
Duration
2 years
Australian accredited
Yes
Kit and uniform
Not included
* SKILLS SA – South Australia needs skilled people in the growth areas of our economy. Check your eligibility on the skills.sa.gov.au for subsidised training. You may be eligible for government subsidised training based on your employment and training level.
Australian Students
Online: 656 Hours
Hands on: 3-4 Â 5 Day Block Sessions
Homework assignments: 230 hours
Assessments: 115 hours
Vocational professional placement: 155 hours
European and UK students
Online: 656 Hours
Hands on: 3-4 Â 5 Day Block Sessions
Homework assignments: 230 hours
Assessments: 115 hours
Vocational professional placement: 155 hours
We encourage you to register early, as spaces are limited.
Practical training:
To achieve a SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy 23 units must be completed:
Core Units
| SHBBBOS007 | Apply cosmetic tanning products |
| SHBBBOS008 | Provide body massages |
| SHBBFAS004 | Provide lash and brow services |
| SHBBFAS005 | Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations |
| SHBBHRS010 | Provide waxing services |
| SHBBMUP009 | Design and apply makeup |
| SHBBNLS007 | Provide manicure and pedicare services |
| SHBBNLS011 | Use electric file equipment for nail services |
| SHBBRES003 | Research and apply beauty industry information |
| SHBBSSC001 | Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy |
| SHBBSSC002 | Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy |
| SHBXCCS006 | Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context |
| SHBXCCS007 | Conduct salon financial transactions |
| SHBXCCS008 | Provide salon services to clients |
| SHBXIND003 | Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
| SHBXWHS003 | Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
| SIRXOSM002 | Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
| SIRXSLS001 | Sell to the retail customer |
Elective Units
Group A
Infection Control
| HLTINF005 | Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments |
| SHBBINF002 | Maintain infection control standards |
Group B
Massage Focused
| SHBBBOS009 | Provide aromatherapy massages |
| SHBBSSC001 | PRE-REQUISITE UNIT: Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy |
| SHBBSSC002 | PRE-REQUISITE UNIT: Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy |
| SHBXCCS006 | PRE-REQUISITE UNIT: Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context |
Skin and Facial Focused
| SHBBFAS006* | Provide specialised facial treatments |
Lash Extension Focused
| SHBBMUP008 | Apply eyelash extensions |
Makeup Focused
| SHBBMUP010 | Design and apply makeup for photography |
| SHBBMUP011 | Design and apply remedial camouflage makeup |
Nail Technician Focused
| SHBBNLS008* | Apply gel and dip powder nail enhancements |
| SHBBNLS011 | PRE-REQUISITE UNIT: Use electric file equipment for nail services |
| SHBBNLS009* | Apply acrylic nail enhancements |
| SHBBNLS011 | PRE-REQUISITE UNIT: Use electric file equipment for nail services |
| SHBBNLS010* | Apply nail art |
| SHBBNLS011 | PRE-REQUISITE UNIT: Use electric file equipment for nail services |
| SHBBNLS012* | Apply advanced nail art |
Social Media Focused
| SIRXOSM003* | Use social media and online tools |
| SIRXOSM002 | PRE-REQUISITE UNIT: Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), formally recognises a person’s existing skills and knowledge towards the achievement of a nationally recognised qualification or statement of attainment.
Skills may have been gained through:
Pathway options
Makeup Retail Assistant
Most common qualification:
Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics
(SHB20121)
Salon Assistant
Most common qualification:
Certificate II in Salon Assistant
(SHB20216)
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Lash and Brow Technician
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Nail Technician
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Nail Technology
(SHB30321)
Beautician
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Hairdresser/ Hair Stylist
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Hairdressing
(SHB30416)
Barber
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Barbering
(SHB30516)
Beauty Therapist
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
(SHB40121)
Senior Colourist/Senior Stylist
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Hairdressing
(SHB40216)
Spa Beauty Therapist
Most common qualification:
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
(SHB50121)
Makeup artist
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Certificate III in Makeup
(SHB30221)
Certificate IV in Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA41220)
Diploma of Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA51020)
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA41215)
Diploma of Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA51020)
Hair and Makeup Artist
Most common qualification:
Certificate III in Beauty Services
(SHB30121)
Certificate III in Makeup (SHB30221)
Certificate IV in Screen and Media
(specialist makeup services)
(CUA41220)
Diploma of Screen and Media (specialist makeup services)
(CUA51020)
Laser Therapist
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
(SHB40121)
Advanced Diploma of Intense Pulsed Light and Laser for Hair Reduction
(SHB60118)
Dermal Therapist
Most common qualification:
Diploma of Beauty Therapy
(SHB50121)
Advanced Diploma of Skin Therapy (SHB60221)
Salon Manager
Most common qualification:
Diploma of Salon Management
(SHB50216)
Staff Trainer or Educator
Most common qualification:
Certificate IV in Hairdressing (SHB40216)
Diploma of Salon Management
(SHB50216)
Dermal Clinician
Most common qualification:
Bachelor of Health Science
(Dermal Therapies)
Cosmetic Nurse
Most common qualification:
Bachelor of Nursing
Why study at Colour Cosmetica Academy?
Over the last 25+ years, we’ve worked with some of the most respected experts in the fashion industry and over thousands of creative professionals from over 10 different countries.
We lead in beauty, hairdressing, barbering, makeup, and style education, celebrating diversity and innovation. Our programs equip students with essential skills for lifelong learning and success in dynamic careers.
You may be eligible for subsidised training if you live or work in South Australia.
We have a simple step-by-step enrolment process that we will guide you through.
All of the courses we offer are available in Australia, Europe, the UK & online.
Do you have any questions or want to enrol? We’re here for you.
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