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Beauty Business Bundle

Launch Your Beauty Business with Confidence

Study makeup, nails, skin, lash and brow techniques alongside real business skills. Around 400 hours of content, fully online and self-paced.

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12 Mths
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Beauty Business Bundle

Launch Your Beauty Business with Confidence

Study makeup, nails, skin, lash and brow techniques alongside real business skills. Around 400 hours of content, fully online and self-paced.

100% OnlineFrom $29/Week
12 Mths
Duration
Online
Delivery
6
Units
Flexible
Start Date
Why Study This

Practical, Job-Relevant Skills You Can Build.

~400 Hours Of Beauty And Business Content, Fully Online

Nail Tech Starter Kit Included With Enrolment

Xero Certificate And Optional Digital Marketing With AI Included

Skills & Applications

Skills You'll Build

Practical, job-relevant skills for these roles. As a professional development course, it builds capability in this field rather than guaranteeing a specific role or salary.

Nail TechnicianProvides nail care, shaping, and polish services for clients in salons or as a mobile operator.
Lash and Brow TechnicianApplies lash extensions and performs brow shaping and tinting treatments for clients.
Skincare ConsultantAdvises clients on skincare routines and product selection, often in a retail or salon setting.
Spa and Wellness AssistantSupports therapists and coordinates client bookings and treatments at a spa or wellness centre.
Freelance Makeup ArtistProvides makeup application services for events, photoshoots, or individual clients on a freelance basis.
Bridal and Event StylistCoordinates makeup and beauty styling for weddings and special events.
Beauty Business OwnerPlans, launches, and operates an independent beauty business or salon.

Possible career directions only; no specific job, salary or outcome is guaranteed. Where you go depends on your experience, the employer and your location.

What You’ll Learn

6 Units · 5 Core, 1 Electives

Core Units · 5 units
  • Topic 1Makeup Artistry
  • Topic 2Lash & Brow
  • Topic 3Nail Tech & Artistry
  • Topic 4Skin Health & Facial Treatments
  • Topic 5Start Your Own Business with Xero & AI
Elective Units · 1 units
  • Topic 1Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI
Before You Apply

Entry Requirements

What you’ll typically need to get started.

No formal academic prerequisites

Requirements can vary by intake and pathway, so submit an enquiry to confirm what applies to you.

What’s Included

Everything That Comes With Your Enrolment

Industry-Accredited Certificate of Achievement

Upon successfully completing your course, you'll be awarded a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy, an industry-accredited qualification to help you stand out in the job market.

FREE Nail Tech Starter Kit

Includes 50 pcs Orangewood Sticks, Nail Brush, Nail Clipper, 240 Grit Nail File, 100 pcs Lint-Free Cotton Pads, 120ml Nail Surface Cleanser, Base Coat, Top Coat, Red Nail Polish, 120ml Nail Polish Remover, and Cuticle Oil Pen. Released after cooling-off period when paying in full, or after 4 successful payments on a payment plan.

100% Online, Study at Your Own Pace

Study whenever suits you with 12 months access to course materials and approximately 400 hours of content. No exams, ever.

Expert Mentors and Tutors

Supported by beauty mentors (makeup, brow/lash, nail, and skin specialists) and business tutors. Access discussion boards, private mentor messaging, and phone/email tutor support during business hours.

Career Support Services

CV reviews, interview preparation, and career coaching to help you find employment or build your own beauty business.

Student ID Card

Enjoy exclusive discounts on travel, accommodation, and more with a Student ID Card.

FREE Access to CCH eBook Library

Get access to over 50 titles to enhance your learning and knowledge.

10-Day Money-Back Guarantee

Enrol with confidence knowing that your satisfaction is guaranteed with a 10-day money-back guarantee.

Extra certifications included

Certificate in Xero

Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI (optional – unlocks after completing core modules)

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Your Provider

The Career Academy NZ

The Career Academy offers an online Career Centre providing career coaching, CV reviews, interview preparation, job search resources, and LinkedIn profile reviews. Students have access to a Career Success Hub, Business Hub, and Self Service Resource Hub. The centre includes one-to-one coaching from dedicated career support staff and is available to all students during and after their studies.

Fees & Funding

Flexible Ways To Pay

From $29/Week
on an interest-free payment plan
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Enquire to confirm the exact fees and payment options for your situation. We don’t list a set price here because it varies by your circumstances.
Getting Started

Your Path To Enrolment

A few simple steps from enquiry to your first day.

1
Click Enrol Now or Get the Course Guide
2
Choose payment option (upfront or payment plan)
3
Complete enrolment through The Career Academy
4
Access beauty courses via Ulleo learning platform and business courses via TCA
Why Students Choose Us

Recognised Training, Real Support

Career Support

Dedicated career services to help graduates move into work.

Wellbeing Support

Ongoing support throughout your studies, including post-placement support.

Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

This course is designed to be accessible to students with no prior beauty industry experience. There are no formal academic entry requirements. Submit an enquiry to confirm any current prerequisites before enrolling.
A weekly payment plan may be available alongside full payment options. Current pricing varies, so submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm the latest fees and payment plan terms.
Students have 12 months access to course materials. The content spans approximately 400 hours in total. Because the course is self-paced, students can work through modules at a speed that suits their schedule.
The course is 100% online and self-paced, with no fixed class times or exams. Students access beauty mentors and business tutors through discussion boards, private messaging, and phone and email support during business hours.
This course does not include a mandatory work placement. The practical skills component is covered through the online course materials. Submit an enquiry if you have questions about how practical techniques are assessed.
Graduates receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy NZ, which carries industry endorsement and is recognised within the beauty sector. The course also earns CPD Points and comes with a digital credential. It is not a government-accredited qualification on the New Zealand Qualifications Framework.
As a professional development course, any credit toward formal qualifications would be arranged through the provider's RPL or credit recognition process. Submit a Get Course enquiry to confirm what pathways may be available and what this course could count toward.
The course builds skills relevant to roles such as nail technician, lash and brow technician, skincare consultant, freelance makeup artist, and spa and wellness assistant. The business modules are particularly useful for students interested in running their own salon or beauty brand. Career support services including CV reviews and interview coaching are included.
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About This Course

Beauty Business Bundle

This bundle covers the full picture of beauty as a business. Students work through makeup artistry, nail techniques, skincare, and lash and brow application alongside practical modules on starting and running a beauty business. A Certificate in Xero is included, covering the accounting and bookkeeping basics every beauty business owner needs.

Delivered by The Career Academy NZ, the course is 100% online and self-paced, with 12 months access to approximately 400 hours of content. There are no exams. Students are supported by specialist beauty mentors across makeup, nails, skin, and brow and lash, plus business tutors available by phone and email during business hours.

An optional Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI unlocks after the core modules, covering AI-assisted marketing strategies to help students grow their brand or client base. Career support services, including CV reviews, interview preparation, and career coaching, are also included.

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Last updated: July 2026