PROFESSIONAL DIPLOMA CURRICULUM

Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy, Entrepreneurship & Salon Management

12 Months Intensive Professional Training

A practical, industry-focused programme designed to develop technical competence, professional confidence and entrepreneurial capability.

PROGRAMME OVERVIEW

Professional Training for the Beauty Industry

The Professional Diploma programme is designed to equip students with technical competence, practical experience and entrepreneurial knowledge required to become successful beauty professionals and business owners.

Training combines classroom instruction, practical demonstrations, supervised hands-on sessions, client practice, entrepreneurship workshops, industry seminars and industrial training.

CERTIFICATION

Awards & Competency Recognition

Professional Diploma

Hairdressing, Beauty Therapy & Salon Management.

Entrepreneurship Certificate

Salon Entrepreneurship & Business Development.

Practical Competency

Practical Competency Assessment Certificate.

Industrial Training

Industrial Training Completion Certificate.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

What Students Will Develop

Professional Hairdressing Skills

Beauty Therapy Competence

Modern Braiding & Hairstyling

Professional Wig Making

Salon Hygiene & Safety

Excellent Customer Service

Salon Management Skills

Digital Marketing

Business Development

TRAINING STRUCTURE

How the Programme Works

Theory Classes

2 Times Weekly

Practical Training

5 Times Weekly

Client Sessions

Weekly

Entrepreneurship Workshops

Monthly

Industry Seminars

Quarterly

Industrial Training

Third Term

FIRST TERM

Foundation & Core Beauty Skills

Module 1

Introduction to the Beauty Industry

Beauty Industry • Professional Ethics • Workplace Etiquette • Personal Grooming • Customer Service • Communication Skills • Professional Responsibilities

Module 2

Hair Science & Scalp Management

Hair Structure • Growth Cycle • Hair Types • Scalp Analysis • Hair Care Products • Hair Health Maintenance

Module 3

Basic Hairdressing Techniques

Hair Washing • Conditioning • Blow Drying • Scalp Treatments • Hair Steaming • Product Application

Module 4

Braiding Fundamentals

Cornrows • Ghana Weaving • Feed-in Braids • Stitch Braids • Children's Hairstyles • Protective Styles

Module 5

Salon Equipment & Safety

Equipment • Tool Handling • Sterilization • Disinfection • Occupational Health & Safety

SECOND TERM

Advanced Beauty & Technical Skills

Module 6

Advanced Braiding

Knotless Braids • Box Braids • Fulani Braids • Tribal Braids • Butterfly Braids • Bohemian Braids • Fashion Braiding

Module 7

Professional Weaving & Wig Production

Weaving Techniques • Frontal Installation • Closure Installation • Wig Construction • Wig Customization • Wig Revamping • Wig Maintenance • Glueless Wig Techniques

Module 8

Hair Styling & Special Occasion Beauty

Bridal Hairstyles • Traditional Wedding Styling • Reception Hairstyles • Ponytail Construction • Updos • Fashion Styling • Editorial Hairstyles

Module 9

Professional Manicure & Pedicure

Nail Anatomy • Nail Hygiene • Basic Manicure • Basic Pedicure • Spa Manicure • Spa Pedicure • Gel Polish • Acrylic Nails • Nail Art • Hand & Foot Massage

Module 10

Hair Treatment & Restoration

Deep Conditioning • Protein Treatments • Hair Repair • Hair Growth Management • Natural Hair Care • Moisture Therapy • Hair Strengthening

THIRD TERM

Advanced Services, Business & Entrepreneurship

Module 11

Hair Colouring & Chemical Services

Colour Theory • Hair Tinting • Colour Application • Colour Correction • Relaxing • Hair Texturizing • Hair Lightening

Module 12

Hair Cutting Techniques

Tool Handling • Basic Hair Cutting • Layering • Trimming • Hair Shaping • Precision Finishing

Module 13

Salon Management & Business Development

Business Planning • Salon Setup • Financial Management • Inventory Control • Staff Management • Customer Retention • Service Pricing • Record Keeping

Module 14

Digital Marketing for Beauty Businesses

Branding • Social Media Marketing • Content Creation • Beauty Photography • Client Acquisition • Online Advertising • Business Growth Strategies

Module 15

Entrepreneurship & Wealth Creation

Small Business Development • Financial Literacy • Business Expansion • Multiple Income Streams • Leadership Development • Professional Networking

INDUSTRIAL EXPERIENCE

Industrial Training

Students undergo supervised industrial attachment in approved salons and beauty establishments to gain practical workplace experience, strengthen professional competence and prepare for successful careers.

ASSESSMENT

Assessment Methods

Continuous Assessment

Practical Demonstrations

Assignments

Theory Examinations

Practical Examinations

Portfolio Development

Industrial Training Report

Final Capstone Project

GRADUATION

Graduation Requirements

Complete Coursework

Complete all prescribed coursework and programme requirements.

Pass Examinations

Pass all required theory and practical examinations.

Industrial Training

Successfully complete the prescribed industrial training.

Professional Portfolio

Submit a professional portfolio demonstrating practical development.

Attendance

Maintain satisfactory attendance throughout the programme.

Professional Conduct

Demonstrate professional competence and good conduct.

GRADUATE SUPPORT

Graduate Startup Package

A practical collection of tools, materials and business support resources intended to help graduates begin professional practice.

Professional Salon Equipment

Hairdressing Tools

Braiding & Wig-Making Materials

Professional Manicure & Pedicure Kit

Salon Products & Consumables

Business Support Materials

Total Package Value: ₦1,558,500

CAREER PATHWAYS

Career Opportunities

Graduates can pursue professional, entrepreneurial and service-based opportunities across the beauty industry.

Professional Hairstylist

Salon Owner

Salon Manager

Professional Wig Maker

Bridal Hair Specialist

Nail Technician

Beauty Therapist

Beauty Consultant

Beauty Trainer

Mobile Beauty Professional

Beauty Entrepreneur

Beauty Product Distributor

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Start Your Professional Beauty Journey

Develop practical skills, professional confidence and entrepreneurial knowledge through our intensive training programme.

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