SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
A Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy will give you the skills to work as a beauty therapist and provide a range of beauty therapy treatments and services, including lash and brow treatments, nail services, make-up, massage and waxing.
Overview
Campus Geraldton | Kalgoorlie
When Available all year round | Semester 1, 2025
Study Mode On campus | Workplace
Learn the skills you'll need to master any look.
A Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy will give you the skills to work as a beauty therapist and provide a range of beauty therapy treatments and services, including lash and brow treatments, nail services, make-up, massage and waxing. Learn to communicate with clients to recommend treatments and services and sell retail skin care and cosmetic products.
You will also learn a broad range of skilled applications, including requirements to evaluate and analyse current practices, develop new criteria and procedures for performing current practices, and some provision of leadership and guidance to others in the application and planning of skills.
You will learn a range of beauty services including:
- Make-up
- Facial massage
- Massage
- Waxing
- Nail technology services
- Lash and brow treatments, and
- Demonstrate and sell retail skin care and cosmetic products.
You will cover new areas of beauty therapy and gain hands on experience in a simulated work environment where you will perform simple tasks on real clients.
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2025
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twenty-three (23) units of competence, comprising eighteen (18) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS007 Apply cosmetic tanning products | $97.60 | $29.40 | $22.27 |
| SHBBBOS008 Provide body massages | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBFAS004 Provide lash and brow services | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBBFAS005 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up | $195.20 | $58.80 | $45.71 |
| SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information | $97.60 | $29.40 | $24.40 |
| SHBBSSC001 Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBBSSC002 Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBXCCS006 Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | $170.80 | $51.45 | $39.63 |
| SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions | $122.00 | $36.75 | $28.93 |
| SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | $195.20 | $58.80 | $51.13 |
| SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | $170.80 | $51.45 | $35.40 |
| SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | $219.60 | $66.15 | $57.63 |
| SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer | $195.20 | $58.80 | $28.93 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$341.60 | $102.90 | $77.85 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $25.43 |
|
|
$439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
|
|
$341.60 | $102.90 | $84.28 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twenty-three (23) units of competence, comprising eighteen (18) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS007 Apply cosmetic tanning products | $97.60 | $29.40 | $0.00 |
| SHBBBOS008 Provide body massages | $439.20 | $132.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBFAS004 Provide lash and brow services | $122.00 | $36.75 | $0.00 |
| SHBBFAS005 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | $439.20 | $132.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services | $439.20 | $132.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up | $195.20 | $58.80 | $0.00 |
| SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services | $268.40 | $80.85 | $0.00 |
| SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services | $122.00 | $36.75 | $0.00 |
| SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information | $97.60 | $29.40 | $0.00 |
| SHBBSSC001 Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | $268.40 | $80.85 | $0.00 |
| SHBBSSC002 Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | $268.40 | $80.85 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS006 Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | $170.80 | $51.45 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions | $122.00 | $36.75 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients | $122.00 | $36.75 | $0.00 |
| SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | $195.20 | $58.80 | $0.00 |
| SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | $170.80 | $51.45 | $0.00 |
| SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | $219.60 | $66.15 | $0.00 |
| SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer | $195.20 | $58.80 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $0.00 |
|
|
$439.20 | $132.30 | $0.00 |
|
|
$341.60 | $102.90 | $0.00 |
|
|
$73.20 | $22.05 | $0.00 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Available all year round, 2024
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twenty-three (23) units of competence, comprising eighteen (18) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below. On-the-job learning must also be completed to attain this qualification under Traineeship arrangements.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS007 Apply cosmetic tanning products | $65.00 | $19.40 | $0.00 |
| SHBBBOS008 Provide body massages | $292.50 | $87.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBFAS004 Provide lash and brow services | $81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
| SHBBFAS005 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | $292.50 | $87.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services | $292.50 | $87.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up | $130.00 | $38.80 | $0.00 |
| SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services | $178.75 | $53.35 | $0.00 |
| SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services | $81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
| SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information | $65.00 | $19.40 | $0.00 |
| SHBBSSC001 Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | $178.75 | $53.35 | $0.00 |
| SHBBSSC002 Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | $178.75 | $53.35 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS006 Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | $113.75 | $33.95 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions | $81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients | $81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
| SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | $130.00 | $38.80 | $0.00 |
| SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | $113.75 | $33.95 | $0.00 |
| SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | $146.25 | $43.65 | $0.00 |
| SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer | $130.00 | $38.80 | $0.00 |
Elective
Unit Selection
Five (5) elective units must be selected from the list below.
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$227.50 | $67.90 | $0.00 |
|
|
$81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
|
|
$81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
|
|
$292.50 | $87.30 | $0.00 |
|
|
$78.00 | $23.28 | $0.00 |
|
|
$227.50 | $67.90 | $0.00 |
|
|
$113.75 | $33.95 | $18.51 |
|
|
$81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
|
|
$113.75 | $33.95 | $18.51 |
|
|
$130.00 | $38.80 | $0.00 |
|
|
$81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
|
|
$113.75 | $33.95 | $0.00 |
|
|
$97.50 | $29.10 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Details
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twenty-three (23) units of competence, comprising eighteen (18) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below. On-the-job learning must also be completed to attain this qualification under Traineeship arrangements.
For an approximate fee estimate, mark the boxes below corresponding to the number of units needed for this course. The estimated fees will be displayed on the right-hand side.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS007 Apply cosmetic tanning products | $65.00 | $19.40 | $21.68 |
| SHBBBOS008 Provide body massages | $292.50 | $87.30 | $98.75 |
| SHBBFAS004 Provide lash and brow services | $81.25 | $24.25 | $26.87 |
| SHBBFAS005 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | $292.50 | $87.30 | $98.75 |
| SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services | $292.50 | $87.30 | $98.75 |
| SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up | $130.00 | $38.80 | $44.48 |
| SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services | $178.75 | $53.35 | $60.45 |
| SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services | $81.25 | $24.25 | $26.87 |
| SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information | $65.00 | $19.40 | $23.74 |
| SHBBSSC001 Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | $178.75 | $53.35 | $60.45 |
| SHBBSSC002 Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | $178.75 | $53.35 | $60.45 |
| SHBXCCS006 Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | $113.75 | $33.95 | $38.57 |
| SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions | $81.25 | $24.25 | $28.15 |
| SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients | $81.25 | $24.25 | $26.87 |
| SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | $130.00 | $38.80 | $49.76 |
| SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | $113.75 | $33.95 | $34.45 |
| SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | $146.25 | $43.65 | $56.08 |
| SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer | $130.00 | $38.80 | $28.15 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General fee | Concession | Resource fee |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$81.25 | $24.25 | $24.75 |
|
|
$292.50 | $87.30 | $98.75 |
|
|
$227.50 | $67.90 | $82.02 |
|
|
$48.75 | $14.55 | $16.29 |
|
|
$81.25 | $24.25 | $30.53 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2024, students born on or after 1 July 2006 who are at least 15 years old in 2024) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700