New Zealand Certificate in Makeup and Skincare (Level 3)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 3 |
|---|
About the course
You will learn how to:
- comply with professional standards and expectations relating to a makeup and skincare focused workplace.
- consult with clients to establish their needs and agree on a range of possible services, products or treatments.
- apply skills and knowledge of makeup and skin care services to meet clients’ needs in accordance with industry standards.
- communicate professionally in a makeup and skincare workplace.
Programme specific information
This qualification is designed to provide the beauty sector with skin care and makeup technicians who have the foundation skills and knowledge to provide a range of makeup and skin care services. The purpose of this qualification is to provide competent employees for the makeup and skin care sector as a result, students will be required to undertake training in a simulated workplace environment for set assessment standards.
This programme is open entry
Programme Length
This is a one semester, full-time programme of study, or equivalent part-time.
Class Times
Programme is delivered three days per week.
Assessments
This programme includes competency-based assignments, theory tests and practical assessments.
Work Experience
This programme has no requirement for work experience, but students are recommended to undertake work experience to enhance their formal learning.
Future Study Options:
Beautician, Beauty Therapist, Cosmetologist, Makeup Consultant.
Employment pathway:
Graduates of this qualification may be employed, contracted or self-employed, in positions such as: beauty therapist, beauty consultant, cosmetic counter assistant, makeup and skincare consultant or makeup or skincare brand representative.
Further study options
New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy (Level 4)
New Zealand Certificate in Makeup Artistry (Level 4)
Additional Course Related Costs
- Makeup and Skincare T-Shirt - $30 purchased at WITT
- Makeup brush kit - $100 purchased at WITT
- **Reassessment/Resubmission Fee: At least $10 per performance criteria to a max of $50
Changes for new learners
WITT and this programme are part of Te Pūkenga – New Zealand Institute of Skills and Technology.
About the provider
The Western Institute of Technology at Taranaki (WITT) is a quality Government-owned tertiary education institution based in New Zealand's cultural and surfing hub. Taranaki is a beautiful region defined by its wonderful snow-capped mountain, extensive coastline, great surfing and many opportunities for outdoor activities. WITT is the only state tertiary institution in Taranaki and offers courses from certificate to degree level across a wide range of areas, including Business, Nursing, Hospitality, Te Reo Māori, Humanities, Media, Art, Electrical, Engineering, Automotive, Welding, Carpentry, Architecture, Computing, Fitness, Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Make-up Artistry, Social Sciences and Agriculture. WITT also specialises in English language tuition and foundation programmes for overseas students.