The Beauty Therapy Course is an intensive practical and theoretical two year programme, with an optional third year. A diploma is only awarded on the completion of the two years. The first year training course provides the learner with an in-depth understanding of the primary theoretical and practical aspects of skin and beauty care therapies.
The First Year:
Course Objectives
The first year training course provides the learner with and in-depth understanding of the primary theoretical and practical aspects of beauty & skincare therapies. On completion of the first year, learners will be able to perform full skincare therapies, utilize the latest electrical apparatus, apply make-up suitable for all occasions, perform manicures, pedicures and waxing techniques - so as to complete the full compliment of treatments required from Health and Skincare Industry.
The first year syllabus includes:
Anatomy and Physiology 1
Applied Dermatology 1
Health and Skincare Therapy - Practical
Theory Lash and Brow Tinting
Eyelash Perming
Electrotherapy
Manicure
Pedicure
Temporary hair removal (Depilation)
Glamorous photographic make-up
Make-up
Applied Chemistry and Physics
Business Administration
Hygiene and Sterilization
Bacteriology
Speech Communication
Nutrition
First Aid
Entry Requirements:
Matric NQF level 4, A Prl can be arranged for learners without the specified requirements
Duration:
1 year full time Monday - Friday (9am - 1pm). Compulsory supervised case studies are completed at the college during the afternoons. College closes at 4pm. A deposit is required on registration which will secure the learners place in the college. The remaining fee can be paid on a monthly basis over ten months from the end of January to the end of October. The kit, text book and uniform fee is to be paid in full before the first day of college.
The Second Year
Course Objective:
The second year diploma is an extension and development for the first year programme. This forms a natural progression where the learner will be exposed to the dealing with the therapeutic requirements of the clients that need more complex therapies. Sales, marketing and practical clinic experience is an important aspect, which the learner gains during this year. This will create more job opportunities and enhance their entrepreneurial skills.
The second year syllabus includes:
Anatomy and Physiology 11
Applied Chemistry and Physics 11
Advanced Health and skincare Therapy 11 (Theory and Practical)
Advanced Body Therapy
Advanced Electrotherapy
Swedish and Relax Body Massage
Business Thesis
First Aid
Diet and Nutrition 11
Electives:
Physical Education
Indian Head Massage
Sales and Marketing
Hot Stone Massage Therapy
Socio-Psychology
Cosmetology
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Aromatherapy
Reflexology
The above subjects constitute the major subjects covered within the academic year. A number of complimentary topics and current advancement are also encompassed with our unique syllabus. Additional subjects may be studied on an individual basis.
Duration:
1 year full time. Monday - Friday (9am - 1 pm). Compulsory supervised case studies are completed at the college during the afternoons. College closes at 4pm.
The Third Year
Course Objective:
This is a specialised year. The learners have the opportunity to complete subjects on an ITEC level which are seen as individual qualifications and not integrated into the first or second year qualification. We are now also offering the prestigious ITEC Honours Diploma. The College also offers CIDESCO post graduate Spa, Aromatherapy and Electrical epilation diplomas staying on top of current progression in the Health and Skin Care Industry we align the program to address this need. It will prove to be of great value to learners wanting to enter specialised fields such as working at Medical Spas or assisting Plastic Surgeons which has become a growing trend, or managing and running spas. Interested learners may also apply for the train the trainer, assessors and moderators programme which can be covered in the year.
The third year syllabus includes:
Anatomy and Physiology Diploma
Sports Massage Diploma
Spa Management Diploma
Permanent Make-up
Image Consulting
African Massage Courses (Bamboo, Rungu, Calabash)
Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Pregnancy and Infant Massage
Hydro-therapy treatments including colour and infra-red light therapy, vichy shower, kniepp therapy viibratory massage, scotch showers, jet therapy and Jacuzzi (Dermalife capsule)
Advanced Body therapy (wraps, exfoliation, seaweed, cryo therapy, mud and macerated herb treatments)
Sauna Heat Therapy
Oxygen Steam Therapy
Soy Body Candle Treatments
Hot Stone Therapy
Auricular Therapy
Clinical Camouflage Make-up Techniques
Iridology
Nail Technology
Advanced Aromatherapy including chemical compounds and composition
Electrolysis (Elective)
Thesis
Duration:
1 year full time (Monday – Thursday) 09h00am- 13h00 pm. Compulsory supervised case studies are completed at the college during the afternoons. College closes at 4 p.m. A deposit is required on registration which will secure the learners place in the college. The remaining fees can be paid on a monthly basis over ten months from January to the end of October. The kit, text book and uniform is included in this fee.