New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy

This qualification is designed to provide the beauty sector with therapists who have the skills and knowledge to analyse, plan and provide a broad range of beauty services.

This qualification is intended for learners who have little or no prior learning or experience in beauty services.

The beauty sector will benefit by having beauty therapists with the skills and knowledge to competently provide a range of beauty services.

Graduates will be capable of working under broad guidance with a degree of self-management in a beauty therapy context.

Are you looking for a creative and rewarding profession? HITO, New Zealand’s Hair, Beauty and Barbering Industry Training Organisation, offer apprenticeships in each of these exciting industries.

Completing an apprenticeship with HITO will ensure you work with real clients and be trained by qualified industry professionals. You’ll learn all the practical skills you need to succeed in your chosen profession and gain valuable experience to include in your CV.

To become a HITO hairdressing, barbering or beauty therapy apprentice, you must be fully employed in a salon, barbershop or clinic in New Zealand. Once you’re employed, you’re able to sign a training agreement with your employer and HITO.

HITO have Sales and Training Advisors across the country who will support your apprenticeship journey by visiting your workplace and providing you with training materials to support your learning and assessments.

Learn more at hito.org.nz/apprenticeships