Why Study/Key Benefits

• Gain a recognised New Zealand Level 4 qualification in beauty therapy.

• Develop practical skills in facial treatments, body massage, waxing, tanning, nails, skincare and cosmetic services.

• Learn how to consult with clients, analyse skin needs and recommend suitable beauty treatments and products.

• Gain knowledge of anatomy, physiology, chemistry, biology and nutrition relevant to beauty services.

• Practise professional hygiene, health and safety procedures and client-care standards.

• Train in WITT's replica beauty salon, Industrie Beauty Salon, where students can practise their skills with clients.

• Learn from industry-experienced tutors in small, supportive classes.

• Build a foundation for employment or self-employment in the beauty industry.

• Progress to the New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5), subject to meeting its entry requirements.

Programme Structure and Subjects/Topics

The qualification includes eight published courses:

- CBT4.001 – Business and Ethics

• Small-business operations and professional practice.

• Ethical conduct and professional behaviour.

• First aid, workplace health and safety.

- CBT4.002 – Consultation and Customer Service

• Client consultation and communication.

• Skin analysis and treatment planning.

• Reception duties, appointment bookings and customer service.

• Product sales and client administration.

- CBT4.003 – Nutrition and Nails

• Natural nail services and gel nails.

• Beauty products and tools.

• Nutrition relevant to healthy skin, hair and nails.

- CBT4.004 – Chemistry, Physics and Biology

• Scientific principles relevant to beauty treatments.

• Structure and function of the integumentary system.

• Skin conditions, diseases and disorders.

• Recognising when clients should seek medical advice.

- CBT4.005 – Cosmetic Services

• Makeup application.

• Eyebrow shaping.

• Eyebrow and eyelash tinting.

- CBT4.006 – Facial Therapy

• Facial treatments.

• Facial and skincare service techniques.

- CBT4.007 – Depilation

• Manual hair-removal techniques.

• Waxing and depilatory services.

- CBT4.008 – Body Treatments

• Partial and full-body spray tanning.

• Skin preparation and tanning products.

• Aftercare and home-maintenance advice.

• Body massage techniques.

Assessment methods

• Competency-based assignments.

• Theory tests.

• Practical assessments.

• Students are assessed on their ability to apply knowledge and perform beauty services to the required standard.

Disciplines/Specialisations

The programme covers several areas within the beauty and personal-care industry:

• Beauty therapy.

• Facial therapy and skincare.

• Body massage and body treatments.

• Waxing and manual hair removal.

• Natural and gel nail services.

• Cosmetic and makeup services.

• Eyebrow and eyelash treatments.

• Spray tanning.

• Skin science, anatomy and physiology.

• Beauty business operations and customer service.

Programme Highlights

• Practical training in WITT's replica salon, Industrie Beauty Salon.

• Three days of on-campus learning per week.

• Small, supportive class environment.

• Industry-experienced tutors.

• Practical experience with client consultations and beauty treatments.

• Training in facial therapy, waxing, massage, nails, tanning and cosmetic services.

• Competency-based and practical assessments.

• No compulsory industry work placement, although WITT recommends work experience.

• Further-study pathway to the New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5).

Career Outcomes

WITT identifies the following employment pathways:

• Beauty Therapist.

• Beauty Consultant.

Graduates may work as employees, contractors or self-employed practitioners.

Related areas of work may include:

• Beauty salons and skincare clinics.

• Facial and body treatment services.

• Waxing and depilation services.

• Nail and cosmetic services.

• Beauty product consultation and sales.

• Client consultation and salon administration.

• Small beauty-business operations.

Latest Updates/Special Requirements

• The current programme page lists 22 February 2027 as the intake date.

• The published international tuition fee is NZD $23,942 for one year.

• The programme is delivered at New Plymouth.

• WITT's programme page states that the course includes three days of study per week, with one late-night session during the second half.

• Students must meet the academic or equivalent experience requirements.

• Practical assessments and competency-based assignments form part of the qualification.

• No compulsory work placement is specified.

• Students should be prepared to purchase the required beauty tools, clothing and personal-presentation items.

• WITT's current post-study work eligibility list specifically states that the Level 4 New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy does not provide post-study work rights. This is important for international students planning to remain in New Zealand after graduation.

International Student Visa Requirements

The programme is a one-year, full-time Level 4 qualification. An international student intending to study it in New Zealand will generally need a Fee Paying Student Visa.

General Fee Paying Student Visa information from Immigration New Zealand:

• Visa fee: from NZD $850.

• Processing time: 80% of applications within seven weeks, according to the current published estimate.

• Maximum visa duration: up to four years, depending on the study and visa conditions.

• Applicants should apply at least three months before their intended travel date.

• Applicants need an offer of place from an approved education provider.

• Applicants must show that they can pay tuition fees or have an eligible scholarship.

• Applicants must demonstrate sufficient funds for living expenses or have an acceptable sponsor.

• Applicants must meet health and character requirements and demonstrate genuine study intentions.

• Applicants must have acceptable medical and travel insurance.

• Applicants must show that they can leave New Zealand at the end of their authorised stay.

• Students must attend their course and make satisfactory academic progress.

• Student visa holders may be allowed to work up to 25 hours per week and full-time during scheduled holidays, depending on the conditions of their individual visa.

Living-funds requirement

For tertiary study lasting one year or more, Immigration New Zealand currently requires evidence of:

• NZD $20,000 for each year of study.

• If the study is shorter than one year, NZD $1,667 for each month of study.

• Prepaid accommodation may be deducted from the required living-funds amount in accordance with Immigration New Zealand rules.

• Funds for outward travel must be shown separately, either through a paid ticket or sufficient additional money.

• Tuition fees are separate from the living-funds requirement.

Important sponsorship guidance for Indian applicants

• Immigration New Zealand states that applicants from India applying in South Asia can only use immediate family members as sponsors or financial undertakers.

• Immediate family for this purpose includes a partner, parents, siblings, grandparents and parents-in-law.

• Applicants should provide genuine evidence of the source and availability of funds.

Post-study work visa position

• WITT's own published post-study work eligibility list states that the New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4) does not provide post-study work rights.

• Therefore, students should not choose this qualification on the assumption that it will lead to a post-study work visa.

• Students considering longer-term employment in New Zealand should discuss alternative eligible qualifications and immigration pathways with WITT and Immigration New Zealand before enrolling.