SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
Learn the skills you'll need to master any look.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals employed as beauty therapists to provide a broad range of beauty therapy treatments and services including facial
treatments, body massage and treatments, hair removal, lash and brow treatments, nail and make-up services. This includes consulting with clients to provide beauty
advice, recommending beauty treatments and services, and selling retail skincare and cosmetic products.
Overview
Campus Geraldton | Kalgoorlie
When Available all year round | Semester 1, 2027
Study Mode On campus | Workplace
Duration 12 Months to 1 Year
Learn the skills you'll need to master any look.
This qualification reflects the role of individuals employed as beauty therapists to provide a broad range of beauty therapy treatments and services including facial treatments, body massage and treatments, hair removal, lash and brow treatments, nail and make-up services. This includes consulting with clients to provide beauty advice, recommending beauty treatments and services, and selling retail skincare and cosmetic products.
These individuals work relatively autonomously and are accountable for their personal outputs. Their work involves the self-directed application of knowledge and skills with substantial depth in some areas where judgement is required in planning and selecting appropriate equipment, services, and techniques.
Work is typically conducted in beauty salons and spas.
The skills in this qualification must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State or Territory legislation, Australian standards and industry codes of practice.
It's important to think about the key attributes you are likely to need to study and work in this field. Take a look at the essential skills and knowledge and consider if you might face any challenges in meeting the course expectations and requirements to make an informed choice about the suitability of this course for you:
- Have good time-management and organisational skills to prioritise tasks
- Have good communication skills to interact with others respectfully
- Practice good personal hygiene and have pride in your professional presentation
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Be comfortable with appropriate physical contact with individuals of differing genders and ages
- Be aware the intimate nature of certain treatments and work professionally
- Be able to follow instructions, work health and safety procedures
- Be able to work with others and relate to and respect people from a range of cultures and backgrounds
- No significant skin allergies
- Good hand-eye coordination
- Be able to utilise record keeping strategies and maintain privacy and confidentiality of clients
- Have basic digital and phone skills to manage the booking systems required in a salon
- Be an active listener with a good attitude and patience
- Sufficient physical ability to stand and/or bend for extended periods of time
Select your preferred campus and apply
Semester 1, 2027
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twenty-three (23) units of competence, comprising eighteen (18) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS007 Apply cosmetic tanning products | $97.60 | $29.40 | $22.27 |
| SHBBBOS008 Provide body massages | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBFAS004 Provide lash and brow services | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBBFAS005 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up | $195.20 | $58.80 | $45.71 |
| SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information | $97.60 | $29.40 | $24.40 |
| SHBBSSC001 Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBBSSC002 Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBXCCS006 Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | $170.80 | $51.45 | $39.63 |
| SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions | $122.00 | $36.75 | $28.93 |
| SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | $195.20 | $58.80 | $51.13 |
| SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | $170.80 | $51.45 | $35.40 |
| SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | $219.60 | $66.15 | $57.63 |
| SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer | $195.20 | $58.80 | $28.93 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$341.60 | $102.90 | $77.85 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $25.43 |
|
|
$439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
|
|
$341.60 | $102.90 | $84.28 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twenty-three (23) units of competence, comprising eighteen (18) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS007 Apply cosmetic tanning products | $97.60 | $29.40 | $22.27 |
| SHBBBOS008 Provide body massages | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBFAS004 Provide lash and brow services | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBBFAS005 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services | $439.20 | $132.30 | $101.46 |
| SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up | $195.20 | $58.80 | $45.71 |
| SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information | $97.60 | $29.40 | $24.40 |
| SHBBSSC001 Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBBSSC002 Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | $268.40 | $80.85 | $62.11 |
| SHBXCCS006 Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | $170.80 | $51.45 | $39.63 |
| SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions | $122.00 | $36.75 | $28.93 |
| SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients | $122.00 | $36.75 | $27.61 |
| SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | $195.20 | $58.80 | $51.13 |
| SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | $170.80 | $51.45 | $35.40 |
| SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | $219.60 | $66.15 | $57.63 |
| SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer | $195.20 | $58.80 | $28.93 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $25.43 |
|
|
$341.60 | $102.90 | $84.28 |
|
|
$122.00 | $36.75 | $0.00 |
|
|
$146.40 | $44.10 | $33.12 |
|
|
$73.20 | $22.05 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700
Available all year round, 2026
Details
Course fees
Units and fees
To attain this qualification, you are required to successfully complete twenty-three (23) units of competence, comprising eighteen (18) core and five (5) elective units selected from the options provided below. On-the-job learning must also be completed to attain this qualification under Traineeship arrangements.
Please note: an Incidental Fee of $50.00 for ReadySkills may also be payable for this course.
Core
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
| SHBBBOS007 Apply cosmetic tanning products | $65.00 | $19.40 | $0.00 |
| SHBBBOS008 Provide body massages | $292.50 | $87.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBFAS004 Provide lash and brow services | $81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
| SHBBFAS005 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations | $292.50 | $87.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBHRS010 Provide waxing services | $292.50 | $87.30 | $0.00 |
| SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up | $130.00 | $38.80 | $0.00 |
| SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services | $178.75 | $53.35 | $0.00 |
| SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services | $81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
| SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information | $65.00 | $19.40 | $0.00 |
| SHBBSSC001 Incorporate knowledge of skin structure and functions into beauty therapy | $178.75 | $53.35 | $0.00 |
| SHBBSSC002 Incorporate knowledge of body structures and functions into beauty therapy | $178.75 | $53.35 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS006 Promote healthy nutritional options in a beauty therapy context | $113.75 | $33.95 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions | $81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
| SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients | $81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
| SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment | $130.00 | $38.80 | $0.00 |
| SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices | $113.75 | $33.95 | $0.00 |
| SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms | $146.25 | $43.65 | $0.00 |
| SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer | $130.00 | $38.80 | $0.00 |
Elective
| National ID Unit title | General | Concession | Resource |
|---|---|---|---|
|
|
$227.50 | $67.90 | $0.00 |
|
|
$292.50 | $87.30 | $0.00 |
|
|
$227.50 | $67.90 | $0.00 |
|
|
$81.25 | $24.25 | $0.00 |
|
|
$113.75 | $33.95 | $0.00 |
Please note: Course information and fees are subject to change without notice.
- Fees may differ between campus locations due to the difference between elective units in the course study plan or a need to adapt courses to meet local industry needs.
- Fees may also differ for individuals depending on units of study selected, prior qualifications and recognition of prior learning (RPL).
- Fees are payable at the time of enrolment.
- Total fees quoted include tuition fees and resource fees only. You may also be required to purchase text books, uniforms or other personal equipment that are not included in this fee estimate.
- For Lower Fees, Local Skills (half-price) courses please refer to additional eligibility information above.
- Concession rates: If eligible, proof of concession must be presented.
- Concessions and the secondary school age fee cap do not apply to commercial courses (short courses), or Foundation Programs (i.e ESL and General Education).
- Secondary school aged persons (in 2026, students born on or after 1 July 2008 who are at least 15 years old in 2026) undertaking training that is not part of a VET Delivered to Secondary Schools program, the maximum course (tuition) fee chargeable is $420. Additional resource fees and discretionary fees may apply.
- VET Student Loans for eligible courses and fee caps may be subject to changes implemented by the Australian Government.
More information: Visit our fees and payment options page or call us on 1800 672 700