New Zealand Certificate in Skin Care and Cosmetics
Ara Institute of Canterbury
Subject area
Beauty Therapy
Qualification
Duration
19 Weeks
Total student fees
$3,332
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About the course
What can I expect out of this qualification?
This qualification is intended for learners who are seeking to develop a range of essential skills and knowledge in the skin care, beauty and related industries.
These sectors will benefit by having access to graduates with the skills and knowledge to competently and safely undertake a range of essential skin care and make-up services within workplaces where skin care, make-up and other cosmetics products are applied and sold.
Graduates of this qualification will have developed practical application of knowledge and skills in preparation for further study but will also be capable of working with initial supervision in a skin care and beauty context.
Key Information for Students
Entry Requirements
Minimum requirements
Academic Requirements NCEA Level 1 (80 credits at level 1 or above), including 10 literacy credits and 10 numeracy credits. English Requirements IELTS 5.0 Academic (no lower than 5.0 in any subtest). For acceptable alternatives refer to the English Proficiency Outcomes Chart.
Detailed requirements
See provider website for more details about entry to this qualification.
Duration
19 Weeks
Tuition Fees
| Annual | Total qualification | |
|---|---|---|
|
Student fees
(what you pay)
|
$3,332 | $3,332 |
|
Government tuition subsidy
(what the government pays)
|
$2,787 | $2,787 |
| Total | $6,119 | $6,119 |
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A Compulsory Student Services Fee may be charged, see your provider for details.
Student Success
92%
National Graduate Outcomes
Outcomes for students who completed qualifications at the same level and in the same subject area, three years after completion:
| Median earnings | $38,000 |
| Earnings range | $30,000 - $44,000 |
| In employment | 51% |
| In further study | 27% |
| On a benefit | 8% |
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Contact details
Main Campus Office
Free phone: 0800 242 476
Phone: (03) 940 8669
Fax: (03) 366 6544
Email: info@ara.ac.nz
Web: http://www.ara.ac.nz
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