Course details

New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy (Level 5)
NZQF Level 5

About the course

Imagine being a part of the thriving beauty therapy industry? This beauty therapy diploma equips you with the skills and knowledge to get your career flying. You learn advanced skills in skin analysis, electrolysis, body massage and wraps, electrotherapy and micro dermabrasion. Your hands-on learning takes place on site at our professional training salon so you get to work on real clients. Theory is also part of your learning – you gain knowledge in anatomy and physiology, client care, salon management, consultation and individual analysis while you work.

Entry requirements

You must:

have completed the New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4) or equivalent and knowledge, experience and/or qualification(s), NCEA Level 2 with passes in English/Te Reo Māori or education achievement at least equivalent to NCEA Level 2, and a minimum of 42 credits at Level 3 or, evidence of ability to complete the academic requirements of the course.

For applicants for whom English is not their first language, evidence of language competency may be required.

About the provider

Toi Ohomai Institute of Technology is the largest tertiary provider in the Bay of Plenty and the third largest institute of technology in New Zealand. We are home to more than 14,000 students, more than 1,000 staff, and we offer more than 150 study options ranging from certificate to post-graduate level.