Programme Description:

The Cosmetology Diploma includes the fundamentals of hair, facials, and nails. The course includes instruction in all safety and sanitary measures related to patron protection, job training, ethics and self-assurance.

The General Cosmetology programme consists of all aspects of the beauty culture. Students will learn hair styling, haircut, manicures, pedicures, facials, make-up and chemical services. With a gradual progression from mannequins to clients, the programme builds both confidence and technical ability.

The General Cosmetology programme is designed to train the student by instilling a sense of professionalism. It will prepare students to enter the field of Cosmetology as an entry level designer, colorist, or permist and will have the tools necessary to expand into the area of salon owner/manager, or platform artist.

Upon completion of the course requirements, determined graduates will be able to project an attitude of poise, professionalism and self-confidence; would have learned how to communicate effectively and interact appropriately with colleagues, supervisors and clients. Graduate will understand the need to deliver worthy service in an employment environment and acquire the ability to perform the skills necessary to practise cosmetology as a professional and to apply their academic learning and technical information to assure good judgments, decisions and procedures.

To ensure continued career success, the graduate will continue to learn new and current information related to skills, trends, and methods for career development in cosmetology and related fields.

Students are sent on a mandatory 3 months’ work attachment to related industries.