New Zealand Certificate in Makeup and Skin Care (Introduction)

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.

This qualification is intended for learners who will benefit by having a qualification which provides makeup and skin care competencies, skills and knowledge.

The beauty sector will benefit by having people with the skills and knowledge to competently undertake a range of makeup and skin care services within a variety of workplaces.

Graduates will be capable of working with limited supervision in a makeup and skin care 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