ABICE GENERAL COSMETOLOGY PROGRAMME COURSE OUTLINE
N.B Students in this program are eligible to receive industry recognized certification from the Antigua and Barbuda National Training Agency (ABNTA) upon successful completion of the course along with an ABICE TVET Certificate.
Course Description:
Cosmetology is a two-year programme. The main goal of this course is to introduce students to the cosmetology profession, its ethics, and the laws and the regulations that govern the profession. It also seeks to promote an awareness of personal development and hygiene. Course safety is reinforced continually throughout the course sequence along with skills in human regulations. Additionally, Information Technology, Entrepreneurship, Business Ethics, Communication and Occupational Math are integrated throughout the curriculum. Also, the students will complete a four-week Job Training Exercise and an In-house Salon Exercise in year two.
Course Requirements
Students enrolled in the Cosmetology programme will be required to become familiar with the proper use and care of tools and equipment within that trade. The students will become aware of safety practices and accident prevention in accordance with CARICOM standards.
Occupational requirements are met through hands on exercises, project-based learning combined with the necessary theory and employability skills. Course activities and projects required for successful completion of the programme include ongoing assessment, portfolio development, and final assessments.
Course Objectives:
By the end of the course students should have developed the skills to function competently and effectively as a:
- Hairstylist
- beauty therapist
- nail technician
- braiding specialist
Required textbook
Milady’s Standard Cosmetology
