Embrace your future
Qualified Beauty Therapists have a
range of career opportunities including
managing and marketing salons,
running a salon from home, working
in international spas and aboard cruise
ships, and beauty tutoring.
Why Beauty
Therapy?
If you enjoy making people feel good
about themselves, you’re in the right
place. A career in beauty therapy is highly
rewarding and the industry is constantly
evolving, so you will continue to be
challenged throughout your career.
Not only is the industry evolving, it’s also
growing. The demand for beauty services
continues to rise for both women and
men, with an increased interest in holistic
wellbeing, a desire to look and feel our
best, and a growing need for life balance
and relaxation therapies to counteract busy
and stressful lifestyles.
Beauty is an evolving growth industry
Small classes
Industry qualified staff
International qualifications
Top quality products
Largest dedicated beauty therapy educator in new zealand
International internship opportunities
International internship opportunities
Internship opportunities Internship opportunities
Study tours
Study using top quality products and brands
Onsite training spa
Part-time work opportunities while you study
When you study at Elite, you’ll gain a top quality
education. We’ll prepare you for the real world
with small classes, lots of practical hands-on
learning in our on-site training spas using top
quality products, and study tours where you
experience first-hand some of
New Zealand’s leading beauty and spa providers.
You’ll also have access to paid internships with
our industry partners. During your course you
will get assistance with CV preparation and
interview skills, and this combined with leading
qualifications, will ensure you are
work ready...world ready.
When you graduate from Elite you’ll have
the skills to create a career in areas such as
freelance makeup artistry, cosmetic consultancy,
specialised beauty therapy, salon management
or salon ownership. Check out “Our Stars” at the
end of this prospectus to see the types of careers
some of our recent graduates are forging
within the Beauty Industry.
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Onboard Spa by Steiner
Steiner, who operate cruiseliners such as P&O Cruises, Disney Cruiseliners and Princess Cruises to name just a few, has operated beauty therapy
spas on-board luxury cruise ships for over 40 years. They’ve hired over 50,000 beauty, spa and fitness professionals, giving them the opportunity to see
places that others only dream about.
The Onboard Spa by Steiner gives Elite students unique opportunities to be a part
of their cruising family:
Yearly Steiner visits to each campus
Interview opportunities with the Recruitment Manager for Australia and NZ up to four times a year
Career presentations to students
Travel opportunities while you work on-board.
Cosmetic ClinicThe Cosmetic Clinic provides their clients with affordable, accessible, and effective cosmetic
treatments. They use the latest in medical grade equipment in beautiful high quality facilities,
delivered by experienced, qualified and highly trained staff. The Cosmetic Clinic draws on a history of treating hundreds of thousands of
clients over the past 20 years.
While New Zealand owned and operated, it’s part of a global network of over 60 clinics founded by
a leading cosmetic physician in 1996.
The Cosmetic Clinic are a key partner for Elite, hiring both beauty therapists and
laser technicians.
Caci are New Zealand’s skin and appearance experts, with over 40 locations nationwide
using innovative treatments, that deliver visible, beautiful results since 1994. Caci specialise in skin treatments, appearance medicine and laser hair
removal through their membership plans. Everyone at Caci believes in giving their clients the confidence to look and feel their best. Caci are a key partner for Elite, hiring Beauty Therapists with Level 5 Diploma
skills. Each year Caci offer Elite students:
Work experience and internship opportunities
In depth tour and an inside look at Caci clinic
Expert Guest Speakers on campus
Full-time employment offers.
Ragdale Hall (UK)Ragdale Hall is a leading health spa in the United
Kingdom (UK). Their holistic spa includes the latest innovations and methods, and combines Victorian
architecture with state-of-the-art facilities. They have won a steady stream of awards over the last ten
years, making them one of the top spas in the UK. Level 5 students who have gained their international qualifications and meet the work visa requirements
(refer to the Elite website for details) can gain 12 months’ employment within their beauty therapy
business. This will include:
Working as a Beauty Therapist in their top beauty therapy salon
Access to top product houses Clarins and Elemis
External training opportunities
Ongoing support and guidance from Ragdale Hall staff
Accommodation is available with other Ragdale Hall therapists from the UK and around the world (this is
optional and would be deducted from wages for up to a year).
OurIndustry
Partnerships
Caci Clinic
Elite are very proud to partner with Ultraceuticals, Australia’s leading cosmeceutical-grade
skincare brand.
Ultraceuticals products are scientifically proven and certified cruelty free, and they collaborate with renowned universities and leading researchers to
develop top quality skincare.
Every Elite Professional Face, Body & Spa Therapies Level 5 student will use Ultraceuticals products
throughout their programme.
To ensure our students truly understand the products, they will also receive:
A personalised skin consultation with an Ultraceuticals Skin Expert
A personalised Ultraceuticals skincare program with products specifically catering to their skin’s needs
An audience with an internationally based Ultraceuticals guest speaker
The opportunity for one student per campus to become the Ultraceuticals Ambassador Student of the
Year, including a trip to Sydney to meet the founder and visit Sydney Head Office.
ULTRACEUTICALS
Opportunity to become
Ultraceuticals Ambassador
Student of the Year!
Every Elite student will work with jane iredale makeup as it is professional grade, compatible
for use straight after facial treatments and caters for all skin types and ages.
jane iredale is an award-winning cosmetics brand recognised by beauty industry professionals for its high-quality ingredients and
high-performing formulas.
jane iredale products are well-known on an international scale, being used in more than 50 countries through fine spas and salons, destination resorts, apothecaries, medical offices and luxury retail.
American Spa recently named jane iredale the number one makeup line for beauty professionals for the tenth time.
janeiredale
Elite’s origins date back to 1973 when Joyce Blok opened the Beauty Therapy College of New
Zealand, the first institution to offer professional beauty therapy training in New Zealand
Today the Joyce Blok Professional Skin Care range is one of the success stories of the New Zealand spa and beauty industry. Their products have a strong emphasis on natural, active ingredients, while the research and
development of all new products draws on worldwide skincare advances.
All Level 3 and 4 students use Joyce Blok products during their programmes, enjoy discounted retail size products, are eligible for a ‘Joyce Blok Retailer of the Year’ award and given the opportunity to see the Joyce
Blok business from behind the scenes.
JOYCE BLOK
Opportunity to be awarded
Joyce Blok Retailer of the Year Award!
At Elite we are very proud to have a close partnership with Australian
skincare company, Skin Juice.
Skin Juice was established 21 years ago when their
founder, Joanne Dampney, created a nutrient rich
professional grade skin care range designed to feed
the skin like a healthy diet feeds the body.
Their products are all natural, organic,
chemical free, not tested on animals, and of
cosmeceutical grade quality.
Every Elite Beauty & Body Essentials Level 4 and
Professional Face, Body & Spa Therapies Level 5
students will use Skin Juice products during their
programme.
We also offer one student in each campus each year,
the opportunity to travel to Australia, all expenses
paid, to take part in a Skin Juice experience!
SKIN JUICE
Opportunity for an all expenses
paid trip to Skin Juice in
Australia!
Australian squeezed superfood skin care
Natural Organic Nutraceutical www.gracebeauty.co.nz
Course contentPerfect the art of providing a skin consultation, learn
how to perform facials, and prescribe a skin care regime from Joyce Blok
It’s all about eyes and brows right now. Learn how to make them pop like a pro
Transform a client into a blushing bride, give a client a natural “no makeup” look or transform them with a
dramatic night look
Learn beauty techniques that keep clients coming back for more; mani, pedi and spray tan
You are your most important asset. Learn to sell yourself with networking and communication skills, and
sales techniques.
Qualification gained New Zealand Certificate in Make Up and Skincare Level 3
Duration 18 weeks
Pro Makeup KitReceive your Elite makeup kit packed with professional makeup products, including a set of brushes and all the
makeup you’ll need for the looks you’ll master.
Build your Look BookBuild your brand as a makeup artist, with hands on training
in looks from day to night, photographic to corrective, fashion to special occasion. Adapt and evolve your own signature
looks by practicing on yourself, polishing your own look, and on your classmates. You’ll graduate with a portfolio of work
to wow prospective clients.
Exclusive industry exposureBe the envy of your friends with “money can’t buy” exposure
to the industry, through exclusive guest speakers and industry partner tours.
Makeup Artistry & Skincare Level 3
We have a range of makeup and beauty therapy courses to support you in your journey to successCourses Your career as a Makeup Artist starts right here!
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More than just makeup - intro to mani ’s, pedi ’s and
spray tanning
Course contentLearn the essential beauty treatments that will turn
your clients into regulars: Waxing, spray tanning, mani’s, pedi’s, gel nails and nail art
Learn the art of relaxing and rejuvenating your clients with a range of massage techniques
Lashes and brows are big business. Learn to enhance them from creating long, luscious lashes to sculpting
the perfect brow arch
Understand how the skin works and how you can influence it with a range of facial treatments to give
your clients outstanding results
To be successful you’ll need to understand a bit about business. We’ll teach you about professionalism,
self-image and customer care.
Qualification gained New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy Level 4
Duration 32 weeks
Exposure to latest industry trends Our close relationship with the industry means you’ll get
exposure to partners who are at the forefront of the evolving beauty therapy industry. You’ll attend seminars, skincare
production tours and visit top Beauty Therapy salons.
Top quality products Working with top quality skincare products is incredibly important
to us. You’ll be the only beauty therapy students in the country studying using Skin Juice, a top Australian skincare brand.
Beauty & Body Essentials Level 4Welcome to the fascinating world
of Beauty Therapy!
Opportunity for an all-expenses paid trip to Skin Juice Australia
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Course contentDesign, implement, review and adapt beauty treatments
so you can provide customised treatments and plans for the different needs of your clients
Learn advanced body and facial electrical techniques which will improve, rejuvenate, rebalance and rehydrate
the skin to look and feel its best
Master advanced hair removal using electrolysis
Deliver rejuvenating relaxation to your clients with Deep Tissue, Hot Stone and Aromatherapy massage
Explore a holistic approach to wellness mastering specialised scrubs and body wraps
Learn essential salon management skills, including how to run your own small beauty practice.
Qualification gained New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy Level 5
Duration 36 weeks
Exclusive internship opportunities Internship opportunities may be offered with our industry
partners such as Forme Spa, Caci Clinic, Cosmetic Clinic and Ragdale Hall in the UK.
Personalised skin consultation and kit There’s nothing like using products yourself to really
understand them. Get a personalised skin consultation with an Ultraceuticals Skin Expert and a range of personalised Ultraceutical products to use yourself during your study.
Professional Face, Body & Spa Therapies
Level 5
Hone your advanced skills and go from beauty therapist to beauty guru!
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Personalised Ultraceuticals skin analysis and products
Opportunity to become Ultraceuticals Ambassador
Student of the Year
This is the perfect option if you want
become both a makeup artist and a
beauty therapist. In just one year you’ll
get all the essentials skills you need in
makeup, skincare and beauty therapy.
The Essentials Collection
Makeup Artistry & Skincare Level 3 Study the basics of makeup artistry, perfecting the essentials of prepping skin and applying a range of
makeup techniques. From day to night, photographic to corrective, you’ll learn the full range of makeup techniques and develop your portfolio, using the
professional products in your Elite pro makeup kit.
Beauty & Body Essentials Level 4You’ll then progress on to the fascinating world of beauty therapy. You’ll learn a wide range of beauty
techniques, from manicures and pedicures, to waxing, facials and massage, and be well prepared for
the industry.
International Qualifications Students will be presented with additional optional
modules to gain international qualifications in Beauty, Body, Blend and Spa during this course.
Qualifications gainedNew Zealand Certificate in Makeup and Skincare
Level 3
New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy Level 4
Duration 38 weeks
If you want to equip yourself with as much
knowledge and as many skills as possible
before you graduate, we suggest you enrol in
one of our Collections. You’ll receive unique
programme pricing and graduate with more
than one qualification, making you more
valuable within the industry.
Collections
Opportunity for an all-expenses paid trip to Skin Juice Australia
Leading salon tour
Skincare production tour
Working with leading professional makeup brands
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This specialised Beauty and Spa Therapies 15 month Collection is for you if you want to gain a deep understanding of all aspects of the
beauty therapy industry.
The Body and Spa
Collection
Beauty & Body Essentials Level 4Welcome to the fascinating world of beauty therapy. You’ll learn a wide range of beauty techniques, from
manicures and pedicures, to waxing, facials and massage, and you’ll be well prepared for
the industry.
Professional Face, Body & Spa Therapies Level 5
Then progress on to our most comprehensive qualification which really prepares you for the
demands of the beauty therapy industry. You’ll be trained in advanced body and spa therapy services and products. You’ll also learn essential business
skills required to manage a salon, including how to set up and run your own small beauty practice.
International Qualifications Students will be presented with additional optional
modules to gain international qualifications in Beauty, Body, Blend and Spa during this course.
Qualifications gainedNew Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy Level 4
New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy Level 5
Duration56 weeks
Opportunity for an all-expenses paid trip to Skin Juice Australia
Leading spa tours
Skincare production tour
Personalised skin check and range of Ultraceutical
products for your own use
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Optional internships in
New Zealand and Overseas
This is the ultimate for budding beauty gurus!
Become a triple threat, learning the full spectrum
of essential beauty therapies, advanced body
therapies and makeup artistry skills. You’ll be fully
prepared for all aspects of the industry when
you graduate and will be exposed to exclusive
internship opportunities.
The Complete Beauty
Collection
Makeup Artistry & Skincare Level 3Study the basics of makeup artistry, perfecting the essentials of prepping skin and applying a range of makeup techniques.
From day to night, photographic to corrective, you’ll learn the full range of makeup techniques and develop your portfolio, using
the arsenal in your Elite pro makeup kit.
Beauty & Body Essentials Level 4You’ll then progress on to the fascinating world of beauty
therapy where you’ll learn a wide range of beauty techniques, from manicures and pedicures, to waxing, facials and massage.
Professional Face, Body & Spa Therapies Level 5
Finally, you’ll progress onto our most comprehensive qualification which really prepares you for the demands of the
beauty therapy industry. You’ll be trained in advanced body and spa therapy services and products. You’ll also learn essential
business skills required to manage a salon, including how to set up and run your own business.
International Qualifications Students will be presented with additional optional
modules to gain international qualifications in Beauty, Body, Blend and Spa during this course.
Optional Internships Within this programme is an option to complete an
internship and put all you have learnt into practice and have real industry experience to put on your CV.
Qualifications gainedNew Zealand Certificate in Makeup and Skincare Level 3
New Zealand Certificate in Beauty Therapy Level 4
New Zealand Diploma in Beauty Therapy Level 5
Duration62 weeks
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Opportunity for an all-expenses paid trip to Skin Juice Australia
Leading spa tours
Skincare production tour
Personalised skin check and range of Ultraceutical
products for your own use
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Optional internships in
New Zealand and Overseas
Become Ultraceuticals
Ambassador Student of the year
Emily HansenBeauty Therapist
Remadee Day Spa Hamilton
Chris Mitchell Beauty Therapist
The Face Place Auckland
Shayla Officer Beauty Therapist
Skin Beauty & Day SpaTe Awamutu
Daisy Butler Beauty Therapist Facetime Clinic
Auckland
Victoria Toye Owner
The Darling Room Hamilton
Ashlee Burdon Beauty Therapist
and Makeup Artist Lou Lou’s Hair and Beauty Spa
Cambridge
Emma PimnalinBeauty Therapist
Albany Pullman Spa Auckland
Blayze Rooney Owner
My Skin and BeautyOamaru
Laura Clinton Owner
R&R Skincare Clinic Auckland
Abby Thomson Beauty Therapist
& Electrologist Immerse Beauty Therapy
Bethlehem
Nandika Singh Director / Skin Therapist
Mālkia Beauty Auckland
Alanah McGinityOwner
Beauty by Alanah Hamilton
Mishana Campbell Tutor
Elite International School of Beauty and Spa Therapies
Wellington
Britney Ackland Co-Owner & Advanced
Permanent Makeup Artist Lash NoirAuckland
Ali Gamboni Owner
Mint Skin and Beauty Clinic Wellington
SOME OF OUR STARS
Helena graduated from Elite in 2015 with an International Diploma in Beauty Therapies. “I chose to study with Elite because it has a reputation for a high industry standard of training, I wanted to train somewhere reputable that employers recognise”.
But it does take dedication and hard work, and with the support of the highly skilled and knowledgeable
tutors at Elite, Helena was able to take that in her stride. “I absorbed everything intently and as a result
feel very confident in all areas of Beauty Therapy.”
“I love making people feel good about themselves, whether it’s helping them improve their skincare
regime or a simple lash and brow tint. It’s so awesome making people feel happy and confident.”
As the beauty industry is always developing with new products and services.
But it’s something that one of our graduates, Ashleigh Scott, has managed to do in the years
since she graduated from Elite.
Ashleigh was drawn to beauty therapy from an early age. “It just felt like a natural step for me to follow this path. I can remember being 12 or 13
and giving my mum and dad facials using mum’s skincare products.”
Ashleigh had a clear-sighted vision for the clinic she wanted to create and the values she would hold true no matter what fads and trends emerged.
“I want to inspire and educate women on how to care for their skin holistically,” says Ashleigh. “As well as giving amazing facials and products, we teach about the impact of their diet, stress levels, hormones, lifestyle, and home and work
environments on their skin.”
It’s an approach that is striking a chord with consumers. Since The Facialist opened its doors
in early 2014, Ashleigh has filled her schedule to capacity, and has taken on and trained three
therapists in her clinic — not bad for a 25 year old!
Helena Miles
Ashleigh Scott
Finding a job which is “an absolute dream come true”
can be hard to do, but Helena has found her place, first as a beauty therapist and now as
the Spa Manager at Remadee Day Spa in Hamilton.
The beauty therapy industry is highly competitive,
meaning it can be difficult to stamp your mark.
Entry CriteriaLevel 3 programmeApplicants are preferred to be a minimum of 17 years of age at the start of their course.Have NCEA Level 1 or equivalent.
Level 4 programmeApplicants are preferred to be a minimum of 17 years of age at the start of their course.Have NCEA Level 2 or equivalent.
Level 5 programmeHave completed the New Zealand Certificate of Beauty Therapy Level 4 or equivalent
International studentsAll international students must be a minimum of 18 years of age at the start of all course (as per the code of practice requirements).They must hold an IELTS score of Level 5.5 or a recognised equivalent.
Loans andAllowancesOur government has announced their fees free policy and Elite courses are eligible.
Student Loan SchemeAll New Zealanders who have completed less than half a fulltime year of post-school education or training may be eligible to study fees-free next year up to a maximum of $12,000. You can check if you’re eligible for fees-free study using the tool on the fees-free website www.feesfree.govt.nz. It’s a good idea to do this before applying for student support so you know whether to ask for a loan for your fees.
Course Related CostsIf you’re eligible for fees free study, you still need to apply for a Student Loan if you want to borrow the course-related costs or living costs components. If you need a student loan for course related costs or living costs you will still need to apply through Studylink. It is important that you complete your Studylink application as soon as possible. This is done on their website at www.studylink.govt.nz
Processing ApplicationsInformation for both the allowance and student loan schemes are available from Studylink on their website. Our friendly recruitment team can check your documentation, authorise photocopies of birth certificates and other documents if needed.
Class timesLevel 3-4 class times are from 9 am - 4 pm Monday to Thursday and 9 am – 1 pm Friday. All sessions are compulsory. Students are required to complete between five and 10 hours of self-directed learning per week in addition to face-to-face classes.
Level 5 class times are from 9 am - 4 pm Monday to Thursday and 9 am – 1 pm Friday for the first 12 weeks of the programme. From week 13 Level 5 class times are from 9am - 4 pm Monday to Thursday. All sessions are compulsory. Students are required to complete 10 hours of self-directed learning per week in addition to face-to-face classes.
To gain real practical experience and prepare for work, you may be required to attend evening and weekend client sessions. As a general guide this may include flexible attendance at the campus once a fortnight. We will endeavour to provide you with plenty of notice so that you can prepare for this, as you may need to consider support requirements to allow for these flexible hours e.g. childcare arrangements.
Internship OpportunitiesInternships in New Zealand and overseas may be offered as part of the Professional Face, Body & Spa Therapies for the last 6 weeks of your Diploma. Some internships have criteria, visas and costs attached and the internship availability or conditions could change at any time. Refer to our website for more information. All international internship opportunities are subject to changes in government and subsequent visa requirements. International internships opportunites are only available to NZ domestic students.
Relationships with industry partners are subject to change.
CampusesAlbany40 Triton Drive, Albany, Auckland +64 9 477 3548
Queen StreetLevel 3, 360 Queen Street, Auckland +64 9 303 3238
HamiltonLevel 1, 44 Bryce Street, Hamilton +64 7 838 0660
Wellington265 Wakefield Street, Wellington +64 4 384 8003
Elite School of Beauty & Spa is part of New Education Group, New Zealand’s leading independent provider of vocational training and higher learning.
In a world that’s constantly changing, it pays to keep a close eye on the future. At New Education Group we offer an innovative and dynamic range of study courses in Creative Industries, Information Technology, Tourism, Hospitality & Cookery, Sport, Health, Beauty, Trades and Business.
We deliver the latest skills, the most industry-relevant qualifications and the very best employment support - it’s our job to make sure every one of our students graduates work ready and world ready.
At New Education Group our goal is the same as yours. We’re here to help you take on the world.
New Education Group is not your regular group of vocational colleges! All our providers are Category 1 - NZQA’s highest possible ranking. That makes us the largest collection of Category 1 schools in the country. We are also part of the ACG Education Group, New Zealand’s leading independent provider of educational services.
New Education Group campuses specialise in training for distinct, high-demand industries. Our practical programmes are developed with industry consultation, to ensure students graduate with the skills today’s employers want. Our tutors come direct from the industries they teach, classes are small, and the learning environment is fun and supportive. Each of our fit-for-purpose campuses feature niche, authentic training environments, enabling students to master practical skills for their chosen professions.
Sustainable employment is the ultimate goal. Employment skills are embedded into our programmes and many courses include work experience opportunities or internships. Our Careers Teams and campus staff provide free employment support to students and graduates, and we have an extensive network of industry partnerships. Our students gain the right skills and the most industry-relevant qualifications – and we place eighty percent of them into careers each year!
At New Education Group we empower our students to carve their own paths in today’s rapidly changing world.
Our colleges at a glance
• NZMA (New Zealand Management Academies)
• NSIA (The Professional Hospitality Academy)
• New Zealand College of Massage
• New Zealand Institute of Sport
• New Zealand School of Tourism
• Cut Above Academy
• Elite School of Beauty & Spa
• Yoobee School of Design
• AMES – The Institute of IT
• Animation College
• South Seas Film & Television School
Entry requirementsPlease see Entry Criteria page for information on entry requirements as these differ depending on your programme of choice.
Fee protection
Students’ fees will be held in a trust in compliance with section 234E of the Education Act 1989. The funds are held in trust with Guardian Trust for the purpose of protection in the case of a course closure event, and are audited annually.
To contact Guardian Trust, you can call 0800 683 909 or email [email protected] The trust deed is available on request.
Student loan schemePlease contact your Course Advisor for full information and assistance with your application for student loans and allowances. Alternatively you can contact StudyLink on 0800 88 99 00 or apply online at www.studylink.govt.nz
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