New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5)
Extend your existing treatment capabilities and knowledge from beginner level to advanced. You’ll use state-of-the-art facilities, the latest LED technology and focus on results-driven treatments, learning the science behind beauty treatments. Courses include Advanced Beauty Therapy Science, Electrical Facial Therapy, and Spa and Massage Therapy.
Domestic
About the programme
Take your beauty skills to the next level with this advanced, practical programme.
Graduates of this Diploma could find employment as a Beauty Therapist, Spa Therapist, Skin Therapist, Electrologist, Resort Therapist working on a cruise liner, or could work within beauty retail. Alternatively, you could establish and run your own beauty therapy business.
During this programme, you will learn how to apply advanced skincare techniques, advanced hair removal techniques and be introduced to spa body treatments.
Practical, hands-on learning in our purpose-built, clinic setting will enable you to gain experience and confidence.
This programme has been approved by ITEC (International Therapy Examination Council).
International
About the programme
Take your beauty skills to the next level with this advanced, practical programme.
Graduates of this Diploma could find employment as a Beauty Therapist, Spa Therapist, Skin Therapist, Electrologist, Resort Therapist working on a cruise liner, or could work within beauty retail. Alternatively, you could establish and run your own beauty therapy business.
During this programme, you will learn how to apply advanced skincare techniques, advanced hair removal techniques and be introduced to spa body treatments.
Practical, hands-on learning in our purpose-built, clinic setting will enable you to gain experience and confidence.
This programme has been approved by ITEC (International Therapy Examination Council).
What You Study
Courses
| Course | Description | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Beauty Therapy Science |
Further anatomy and physiology study, along with an introduction to basic cosmetic chemistry |
15 |
| Advanced Hair Removal | Techniques and trends including electrical epilation | 20 |
| Electrical Facial Therapy | Applying practical techniques suitable for client's needs whilst learning about current trends in relation to the industry | 15 |
| Advanced Skin Care |
Applying practical techniques suitable for client's needs whilst learning about current trends in relation to the industry |
20 |
| Electrical Body Therapy | Learning to apply these to meet the client's needs | 20 |
| Spa and Massage Therapy | Learning to apply these to meet the client's needs | 10 |
| Applied Beauty Therapy Practice (Clinic) |
Be introduced to business management and apply all the techniques covered during the programme in a simulated salon environment. |
20 |
Further study options
Further training pathways could be in specific skin therapies, aromatherapy, advanced massage techniques and business management.
Workload
Your workload
This full-time programme will involve approximately 18 hours in class and 18 hours in self-directed study per week.
Entry
Entry requirements
- New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4) or equivalent skills and knowledge, experience, or qualification.
- A First Aid Certificate (US 6400, 6401, and 6402, or equivalent).
- If English is not your first language, you must provide:
- New Zealand University Entrance OR
- Overall Academic IELTS 5.5 with no individual band score lower than 5.0 (achieved in one test completed in the last two years), OR
- Acceptable alternative evidence of the required IELTS (see here for NZQA proficiency table and here for a list of recognised proficiency tests).
If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes.
Please note: This programme contains an additional International Therapy Examination Council (ITEC) component. You must be 18 years or older to complete this part of the programme. For applicants under 18, you can complete the programme without this component.
Selection process
Applicants will be selected on a first-come, first-served basis until the programme has reached full capacity.
Fees
Domestic fees
International fees
Fees Free
If you’re a domestic student and this is your first time doing tertiary study in New Zealand (over 60 credits at Level 3 or higher), you may be able to get free tuition fees for this programme.
All the details and criteria are on the Fees Free website and you can check whether you’re going to be able to access funding by entering your National Student Number.
If you can access it, we’ll organise your fees with the Tertiary Education Commission when you’re enrolled to study with us. This funding doesn’t include additional costs or living costs.
Additional costs
You will be required to wear a uniform that consists of black trousers, black shoes and a black top.
Student Services Fee
For most students, your tuition fee shown above includes a Student Services Fee – also known as the Student Levy. This compulsory fee covers your access to the student services we offer. This cost is tailored depending on how you're studying.
Tuition fees
The tuition fees shown above are approximate only. There may be a slight fee increase per year once Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) rules and guidelines are applied. These fees also don’t include additional costs or living costs.
Domestic full-time students can apply for a student loan through Studylink. Some support may be available for domestic part-time students. Apply at the same time as you apply for your course (you can withdraw your application anytime).
Application
A change for 2023 enrolments
When you apply to study with Otago Polytechnic in 2023, you will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, the new national network of vocational and applied education in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn in the same way, in the same place, and with the same people, and you will graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification.
Disclaimer
While every effort is made to ensure that this sheet is accurate, Otago Polytechnic reserves the right to amend, alter or withdraw any of the contained information. The fees shown in this document are indicative only. Both domestic and international fees are subject to change and are dependent on the development and implementation of Government policies. Please note that additional fees may from time to time be required for external examination, NZQA fees and/or additional material fees.
