Certificate III in Beauty Services / Diploma of Beauty Therapy

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Upgrade your career in beauty with this high-level dual qualification and become a beauty therapist or makeup artist.

JOB PROSPECTS

Senior Beauty Therapist
Beauty Consultant
Make-up Artist

COURSE OUTCOME

SHB30115 / SHB50115 Certificate III in Beauty Services / Diploma of Beauty Therapy

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Course overview

Develop your success in the beauty industry with this high-level dual qualification pathway. Learn the specialised knowledge and high-level skills you need to work as a senior beauty therapist.

This dual course will give you the advanced skills in areas including facial treatments, make up design, waxing services, and body massage and treatments. You'll be guided by an expert team of professionals who maintain strong connections with the industry and understand the needs of today's employers.

Successful completion of this course will give you the specialised skills employers in the beauty industry look for. You'll be able to upgrade your career as a senior beauty therapist.

Dual award

Take advantage of our dual award offerings and get two qualifications instead of one. In most cases you will only need to complete a few additional units to upgrade your qualification. Save time, enhance your job prospects, and add value to your skill set.

Real-world training facilities

At TAFE Queensland we put theory into practice in our in real-world learning environments. With access to industry-standard professional salons as your classroom, you will graduate with confidence, knowing you have all the skills you need to get right to work.

Units

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 16 elective units from the list below.

Core units

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME

SHBBFAS001 Provide lash and brow services Unit code: SHBBFAS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide lash and brow services that include shaping and colouring.	Provide lash and brow services
SHBBHRS001 Provide waxing services Unit code: SHBBHRS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide waxing services to remove unwanted facial and body hair.	Provide waxing services
SHBBMUP002 Design and apply make-up Unit code: SHBBMUP002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply facial make-up products for day, evening or special occasions.	Design and apply make-up
SHBBNLS001 Provide manicure and pedicare services Unit code: SHBBNLS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide services and advice to clients requiring hand, foot and nail care.	Provide manicure and pedicare services
SHBBRES001 Research and apply beauty industry information Unit code: SHBBRES001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access information and update knowledge of the beauty industry and relevant industry legislation.	Research and apply beauty industry information
SHBXCCS001 Conduct salon financial transactions Unit code: SHBXCCS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to conduct financial transactions for the sale of products and services within a personal services environment.	Conduct salon financial transactions
SHBXCCS002 Provide salon services to clients Unit code: SHBXCCS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide a complete customer service experience.	Provide salon services to clients
SHBXIND001 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment Unit code: SHBXIND001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in a personal services environment by integrating knowledge of workplace rights and responsibilities and organisational policies and procedures, and by using effective team and individual work practices to plan and organise daily work activities.	Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
SHBXWHS001 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices Unit code: SHBXWHS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to follow safe practices to minimise risks to self, client and colleagues in a salon environment.	Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
SHBBBOS002 Provide body massages Unit code: SHBBBOS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide full body relaxation massages.	Provide body massages
SHBBBOS003 Provide body treatments Unit code: SHBBBOS003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide body treatments incorporating body massage techniques, electrical currents, body scrubs and wraps.	Provide body treatments
SHBBFAS002 Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations Unit code: SHBBFAS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide facial treatments to meet client needs.	Provide facial treatments and skin care recommendations
SHBBFAS003 Provide specialised facial treatments Unit code: SHBBFAS003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide specialised facial treatments incorporating the use of ultrasonic, direct current, high frequency and micro current devices.	Provide specialised facial treatments

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

Elective units

Note: Not all electives are available at all campuses.

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Ways to study

By location

Studying on campus is a great way to enjoy the benefits of face-to-face education in a way that is far removed from a typical school. No matter which campus you choose, you know that you will be learning in an adult environment where you will be respected and nurtured. Attend a campus to learn face-to-face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces; such as a classroom, workshop, laboratory or simulated environments, or interact with teachers using real-time video or web conference tools. Learn more

North and Far North Queensland

Campus	START DATES When your course is scheduled to begin	Duration	WORKLOAD How much time you will need to commit to successfully complete your course, combining face-to-face and self-directed study and any required placements.	STUDY MODE Also known as delivery mode, this is how your training is delivered. Learn more	COST The cost of your course may vary, depending on your eligibility for funding, subsidies or concessions. See the payment options section for more information. Learn more
Cairns	28 January 2020	1 year	Full time 3 days Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $15,162 Subsidised: $11,075 Concession: $10,325
Townsville (Pimlico)	28 January 2020	1 year	Full time 3 days per week Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday	Classroom	Full fee: $14,366 Subsidised: $11,075 Concession: $10,325
Cairns	15 July 2020		Full time 3 days per week Wednesday, Thursday, Friday	Classroom	Full fee: $15,162 Subsidised: $11,075 Concession: $10,325

CairnsFull time 3 days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

WORKLOADFull time 3 days
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

START DATES28 January 2020

COSTFull fee: $15,162
Subsidised: $11,075
Concession: $10,325

CairnsFull time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

WORKLOADFull time 3 days per week
Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

START DATES15 July 2020

COSTFull fee: $15,162
Subsidised: $11,075
Concession: $10,325

Townsville (Pimlico)Full time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

WORKLOADFull time 3 days per week
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday

START DATES28 January 2020

COSTFull fee: $14,366
Subsidised: $11,075
Concession: $10,325

What you need to know about studying on campus

Courses delivered on campus may have a combination of online and classroom based learning. Students are expected to undertake additional personal study to complete the course requirements.

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University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

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Payment options

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what's right for you, get in touch. We're here to help.

Upfront payment

This is the total amount you need to pay when you enrol. This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Vet Student Loan - $10,342 cap

This is an interest-free personal loan from the Australian Government that provides eligible students access to capped funding to help pay for their studies.

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Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Important Information

Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

It is recommended that you meet one of the following requirements:-

successful completion of at least Year 12, Certificate IV or equivalent; or
be of mature-age

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat Reader and Adobe Flash Player. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. This includes having access to and wearing a black shirt, black pants (no leggings or jeans), and enclosed shoes. You may also be required to purchase TAFE Queensland branded uniform items. More details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation. The purchase of the TAFE Queensland branded uniform items may incur additional costs of up to $100.

You may also be required to purchase (brush, makeup and eyelash extension) kits. More details will be provided at enrolment or during orientation. Please note: the purchase of these items may incur additional costs of up to $310.

Assessment Methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

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Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. Getting recognition for the skills you've gained from the workplace or previous learning means less study time for you, and getting the paper to prove you're qualified a whole lot sooner. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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University pathways

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Certificate III in Beauty Services / Diploma of Beauty Therapy

At a glance

JOB PROSPECTS

COURSE OUTCOME

STUDY LOCATIONS

Ways to Study

Cost

Get Started Today

Course overview

Units

Get Started Today

Ways to study

What you need to know about studying on campus

Get Started Today

University pathways

Payment options

Upfront payment

Vet Student Loan - $10,342 cap

Payment plan

Get Started Today

Important Information

Entry requirements

Selection criteria

Resources required

Assessment Methods

Get Started Today

How to apply

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Get started with TAFE Queensland

University pathways

UNIT CODE	UNIT NAME
North/Far North Queensland
SHBBBOS004 Provide aromatherapy massages Unit code: SHBBBOS004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide aromatherapy massages using blended aromatic plant oils.	Provide aromatherapy massages	Townsville
SHBBCCS002 Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments Unit code: SHBBCCS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and blend aromatic plant oils for use in face and body treatments to meet specific client needs.	Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments	Townsville
SHBBSPA003 Provide stone therapy massages Unit code: SHBBSPA003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide full body massages with hot and cold stones.	Provide stone therapy massages	Townsville
SHBBSPA004 Provide Indian head massages for relaxation Unit code: SHBBSPA004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide Indian head massage as part of a spa program.	Provide Indian head massages for relaxation	Townsville
SHBBBOS005 Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments Unit code: SHBBBOS005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide relaxation treatments using reflexology techniques.	Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments	Townsville
SHBBBOS001 Apply cosmetic tanning products Unit code: SHBBBOS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and apply cosmetic tanning products.	Apply cosmetic tanning products	Townsville
SHBBHRS002 Provide female intimate waxing services Unit code: SHBBHRS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide waxing services to remove unwanted hair from female intimate areas.	Provide female intimate waxing services	Townsville
SHBBINF001 Maintain infection control standards Unit code: SHBBINF001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain infection control during skin penetration treatments and to review clinic compliance with the applicable state or territory and local council requirements.	Maintain infection control standards	Townsville
SHBBMUP003 Design and apply make-up for photography Unit code: SHBBMUP003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design and apply make-up for photographic shoots in natural and artificial light.	Design and apply make-up for photography	Townsville
SHBBSKS005 Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments Unit code: SHBBSKS005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use pre-set systems using crystals and vacuum suction to exfoliate the skin of the body or face.	Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments	Townsville
SHBBMUP001 Apply eyelash extensions Unit code: SHBBMUP001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply eyelash extensions for added length and thickness of natural lashes to meet client needs.	Apply eyelash extensions	Townsville
SHBBCCS001 Advise on beauty products and services Unit code: SHBBCCS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to advise clients on a range of professional beauty products and services.	Advise on beauty products and services	Townsville
SHBBMUP004 Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up Unit code: SHBBMUP004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply specialised make-up products to disguise skin imperfections on the face and body.	Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up	Townsville
SHBBBOS004 Provide aromatherapy massages Unit code: SHBBBOS004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide aromatherapy massages using blended aromatic plant oils.	Provide aromatherapy massages	Cairns
SHBBCCS002 Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments Unit code: SHBBCCS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and blend aromatic plant oils for use in face and body treatments to meet specific client needs.	Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments	Cairns
SHBBSPA003 Provide stone therapy massages Unit code: SHBBSPA003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide full body massages with hot and cold stones.	Provide stone therapy massages	Cairns
SHBBSPA004 Provide Indian head massages for relaxation Unit code: SHBBSPA004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide Indian head massage as part of a spa program.	Provide Indian head massages for relaxation	Cairns
SHBBSPA001 Work in a spa therapies framework Unit code: SHBBSPA001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to promote spa treatments and create and maintain a spa services environment.	Work in a spa therapies framework	Cairns
SHBBSPA002 Provide spa therapies Unit code: SHBBSPA002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide wet and dry spa therapies to meet client needs.	Provide spa therapies	Cairns
SHBBHRS002 Provide female intimate waxing services Unit code: SHBBHRS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide waxing services to remove unwanted hair from female intimate areas.	Provide female intimate waxing services	Cairns
SHBBINF001 Maintain infection control standards Unit code: SHBBINF001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain infection control during skin penetration treatments and to review clinic compliance with the applicable state or territory and local council requirements.	Maintain infection control standards	Cairns
SHBBMUP003 Design and apply make-up for photography Unit code: SHBBMUP003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design and apply make-up for photographic shoots in natural and artificial light.	Design and apply make-up for photography	Cairns
SHBBSKS005 Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments Unit code: SHBBSKS005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use pre-set systems using crystals and vacuum suction to exfoliate the skin of the body or face.	Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments	Cairns
SHBBMUP001 Apply eyelash extensions Unit code: SHBBMUP001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply eyelash extensions for added length and thickness of natural lashes to meet client needs.	Apply eyelash extensions	Cairns
SHBBCCS001 Advise on beauty products and services Unit code: SHBBCCS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to advise clients on a range of professional beauty products and services.	Advise on beauty products and services	Cairns
SHBBBOS001 Apply cosmetic tanning products Unit code: SHBBBOS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and apply cosmetic tanning products.	Apply cosmetic tanning products	Cairns
Darling Downs and South West (including Ipswich)
SHBBCCS001 Advise on beauty products and services Unit code: SHBBCCS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to advise clients on a range of professional beauty products and services.	Advise on beauty products and services
SHBBMUP003 Design and apply make-up for photography Unit code: SHBBMUP003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design and apply make-up for photographic shoots in natural and artificial light.	Design and apply make-up for photography
SHBBBOS001 Apply cosmetic tanning products Unit code: SHBBBOS001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and apply cosmetic tanning products.	Apply cosmetic tanning products
SHBBINF001 Maintain infection control standards Unit code: SHBBINF001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain infection control during skin penetration treatments and to review clinic compliance with the applicable state or territory and local council requirements.	Maintain infection control standards
SHBBSPA004 Provide Indian head massages for relaxation Unit code: SHBBSPA004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide Indian head massage as part of a spa program.	Provide Indian head massages for relaxation
SHBBBOS005 Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments Unit code: SHBBBOS005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide relaxation treatments using reflexology techniques.	Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments
SHBBSKS005 Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments Unit code: SHBBSKS005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use pre-set systems using crystals and vacuum suction to exfoliate the skin of the body or face.	Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments
SHBBSPA003 Provide stone therapy massages Unit code: SHBBSPA003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide full body massages with hot and cold stones.	Provide stone therapy massages
SHBBCCS002 Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments Unit code: SHBBCCS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and blend aromatic plant oils for use in face and body treatments to meet specific client needs.	Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments
SHBBBOS004 Provide aromatherapy massages Unit code: SHBBBOS004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide aromatherapy massages using blended aromatic plant oils.	Provide aromatherapy massages
SHBBMUP004 Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up Unit code: SHBBMUP004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply specialised make-up products to disguise skin imperfections on the face and body.	Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up	Ipswich Only
SHBBMUP001 Apply eyelash extensions Unit code: SHBBMUP001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply eyelash extensions for added length and thickness of natural lashes to meet client needs.	Apply eyelash extensions	Ipswich Only
SHBBSPA001 Work in a spa therapies framework Unit code: SHBBSPA001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to promote spa treatments and create and maintain a spa services environment.	Work in a spa therapies framework	Toowoomba Only
SHBBSPA002 Provide spa therapies Unit code: SHBBSPA002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide wet and dry spa therapies to meet client needs.	Provide spa therapies	Toowoomba Only
Other
SHBBBOS004 Provide aromatherapy massages Unit code: SHBBBOS004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide aromatherapy massages using blended aromatic plant oils.	Provide aromatherapy massages
SHBBBOS005 Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments Unit code: SHBBBOS005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide relaxation treatments using reflexology techniques.	Use reflexology relaxation techniques in beauty treatments
SHBBCCS002 Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments Unit code: SHBBCCS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to select and blend aromatic plant oils for use in face and body treatments to meet specific client needs.	Prepare personalised aromatic plant oil blends for beauty treatments
SHBBHRS002 Provide female intimate waxing services Unit code: SHBBHRS002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide waxing services to remove unwanted hair from female intimate areas.	Provide female intimate waxing services
SHBBINF001 Maintain infection control standards Unit code: SHBBINF001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to maintain infection control during skin penetration treatments and to review clinic compliance with the applicable state or territory and local council requirements.	Maintain infection control standards
SHBBMUP001 Apply eyelash extensions Unit code: SHBBMUP001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply eyelash extensions for added length and thickness of natural lashes to meet client needs.	Apply eyelash extensions
SHBBMUP003 Design and apply make-up for photography Unit code: SHBBMUP003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design and apply make-up for photographic shoots in natural and artificial light.	Design and apply make-up for photography
SHBBMUP004 Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up Unit code: SHBBMUP004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply specialised make-up products to disguise skin imperfections on the face and body.	Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up
SHBBMUP005 Apply airbrushed make-up Unit code: SHBBMUP005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply airbrushed make-up for face or body.	Apply airbrushed make-up
SHBBNLS004 Apply nail art Unit code: SHBBNLS004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply a range of nail art designs.	Apply nail art
SHBBSKS005 Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments Unit code: SHBBSKS005 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to use pre-set systems using crystals and vacuum suction to exfoliate the skin of the body or face.	Provide micro-dermabrasion treatments
SHBBSPA001 Work in a spa therapies framework Unit code: SHBBSPA001 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to promote spa treatments and create and maintain a spa services environment.	Work in a spa therapies framework
SHBBSPA002 Provide spa therapies Unit code: SHBBSPA002 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide wet and dry spa therapies to meet client needs.	Provide spa therapies
SHBBSPA003 Provide stone therapy massages Unit code: SHBBSPA003 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide full body massages with hot and cold stones.	Provide stone therapy massages
SHBBSPA004 Provide Indian head massages for relaxation Unit code: SHBBSPA004 Unit description: This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide Indian head massage as part of a spa program.	Provide Indian head massages for relaxation