Description
Provides skin analyses, facial therapies, skin-care treatments and body treatments such as massage to clients.
Skill Level
3
Alternative Titles
NULL
Specializations
- Electrologist (Hair Remover)
- Manicurist
- Nail Technician
Skills Assessment Authority
VETASSESS
Caveats
No caveats apply to this occupation.
Group: 4511 Beauty Therapists
Description
provide skin analyses, facial therapies, skin-care treatments and body treatments such as massage to clients.
Tasks
- discussing client needs, analysing skin characteristics and advising on suitable skin care, treatments and application of make-up
- applying general cosmetic and corrective make-up
- performing manicures and pedicures including decorative nail art, application of artificial nails, nail repair, and other specialised hand and foot treatments
- performing facial and body treatments such as massages
- treating unwanted hair through waxing, bleaching, tinting, depilation and electrolysis
- evaluating beauty therapy processes and products
- receiving bookings, arranging appointments and maintaining client records
- providing advice on and selling cosmetic products
Skill Level
Most occupations in this unit group have a level of skill commensurate with an AQF Certificate III including at least two years of on-the-job training, or AQF Certificate IV (ANZSCO Skill Level 3).
At least three years of relevant experience may substitute for the formal qualifications listed above. In some instances relevant experience and/or on-the-job training may be required in addition to the formal qualification.