CURRICULUM FOR

BEAUTICIAN
6-MONTHS
(Certificate course)

National Vocational & Technical Training Commission, Islamabad (February, 2012)

 CONTENTS

Training Aims Objectives………………………………………………………….. 1

Curriculum Salient Points………………………………………..………………… 1
Skill Proficiency Details……………………………………………………………. 2

Knowledge Proficiency Details…………………………………………………… 2

Curriculum Delivery Structure……………………………………………........... 3

Scheme of Studies…………………………………………………………………. 3
Details of Course Contents……………………………………………………….. 5
Qualification of Teachers.…………………………………………….................... 15
Employability of Pass outs.……………………………………………................. 15
Reference Books.………………………………………………………................... 16
List of National Curriculum Review Committee Members……………………. 17
TRAINING AIMS & OBJECTIVES

The Six Month Beautician training course is for trainees that want to work in the beauty
sector with the aim to learn, develop and practice required by the market. In this course,
the emphasis is put on the trainee to acquire the ability to perform as a confident and
competent Beautician.

The training objectives of this course are to:

1. Develop professional attitude and knowledge of hair & skin care, manicure, pedicure,
beauty treatments comprising of casual makeup, party makeup, bridal makeup,
making of eye brows, eye lashes, facial & skin treatments, hina applications,
massage & hair styling techniques and methods.

2. Produce a capable & skilful workforce as required by the prevailing market demands.

3. Equip the trainees with skills and knowledge to ensure adherence to safety
measures in parlours and emphasize on fitness & diet for a healthy look.

CURRICULUM SALIENT POINTS

1. I Entry Level Matric

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2. I Duration of course 6 months (20 weeks) (800)
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3. I Training periods / Day 7-Periods / day
I 5-periods on Friday
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. Training Hours / Week 40 hrs.

4. I Training methodology 90% practical

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. 10% theory

5. VMedium of Instruction Urdu

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SKILL PROFICIENCY DETAILS
On successful completion of this course, the trainee should be able to: -

1. Practice beauty techniques.

2. Make and cut different hairstyles.

3. Identify different types of skins and their facials.

4. Do makeup on different types of skins i.e. oily, dry, Acne, etc.

5. Apply hairstyle/cut on different faces.

6. Acquire skills on salon work i.e. safety precautions, skin and hair conditions etc.

7. Select, Operate and handle equipment according to professional standards.

KNOWLEDGE PROFICIENCY DETAILS

On successful completion of this course, the trainee should be able to: -

1. Explain beauty techniques, proper appearance, speech, social behaviour etc.

2. Understand the Makeup, facial, manicure, pedicure, body massage, hair colouring,
styling and application of Hina etc.

3. Describe the general principles of a balanced diet and nutrition.

4. Identify safety precautions including safety practices, conditions upon which medical
advice must be sought.

5. Elaborate upon professional ethics, good professional standards, hygiene and the
sanitization procedure.

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 CURRICULUM DELIVERY STRUCTURE

Co Curricula Activities /
Course Delivery Test Total
Vacations
1-20 21-25 26
Week 26
20 5 1

SCHEME OF STUDIES
Beautician
(6 – Months Course)

Sr. Theory Practical Total

Subjects
No. Hours Hours Hours
1. Hair Care 15 170 185

2. Skin Care 15 170 185

3. Make-up 15 170 185

4. Fitness 15 170 185

6. Functional English 20 20 40

5. Work Ethics - 20 20

Total 80 720 800

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 DETAIL OF COURSE CONTENTS
(Beautician 6-Month Course)
Subject: Hair Care
Theory
Sr. Theory
Main Topics
No. (Hours)
1 1.1 Study of Hair

1.1.1 Definition of hair 1

1.1.2 Study of different textures of hair (dry, oily, normal, 2

dandruff)

1.2 Cosmetics of hair

1.2.1 Procedure for the use and preparation of shampoos, 3

dyes, oils, creams, and conditioners.

1.2.2 Developers and lotions used for the setting, cutting,

perming, straightening of different textures of hair.

1.3 Procedure for washing, shampooing and combing the

hair. 2

1.4 Hair dyes

1.4.1 Introduction of hair colour problems and remedies. 1

1.4.2 Difference between natural and fashion shades. 1

1.5 List of equipment used for hair cutting and styling 1

1.6 Histology of hair 2

1.6.1 Nutrients required for the nourishment of hair

1.7 Diseases of hair and their remedies through different 2

procedures by using herbal and cosmetic shampoos,

oils, conditioners etc

1.7.1 Falling of hair

1.7.2 Dandruff of hair
1.7.3 Whitening of hair

Total 15

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PRACTICAL
Sr. Practical
Main Topics
No. (Hours)
1 1.1 Cosmetics of hair

1.1.1 Use and preparation of shampoos, dyes, oils, creams, 20

conditioners

1.1.2 Developers and lotions used for the setting, cutting,

perming, straightening of different textures of hair

1.1.3 Washing

1.1.4 Shampooing
10
1.1.5 Combing different textures of hair
1.2 Hair dyes
1.2.1 Introduction of hair colouring problems and their 20

remedies, colour removing etc

1.2.2 Difference between natural and fashion shades
1.3 Hina
20
1.3.1 Preparation and application of hina
1.3.2 Use of oils and creams
1.4 Hair cutting of different texture and face shapes 40
1.4.1 Equipment for hair cutting.

1.4.2 Steps

1.4.3 U shape

1.4.4 Round shape

1.4.5 Bob cutting

1.4.6 Soldier cutting

1.4.7 Forward cutting

1.4.8 Sheggy cutting

1.5 Hair styling
24
1.5.1 Roller setting.
1.5.2 Blow-drying.

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 1.5.3 Perming.
1.5.4 Straightening.
1.6 Histology of hair
6
1.6.1 Application of different vitamin capsules on hair
1.7 Diseases and defects of hair and their remedies
through different procedures by use of herbal and 30
cosmetic shampoos
1.7.1 Falling of hair
1.7.2 Dandruff of hair
1.7.3 Whitening of hair

Total 170

SUBJECT: SKIN CARE

THEORY
Sr. Theory
Main Topics
No. (Hours)
1 1.1 Study of different kinds of skin (dry, oily, acne, 1
problem skin) through
1.1.1 Herbal
1.1.2 Cosmetic method
1.2 Importance of vitamins for the nourishment of the 1
skin
1.2.1 Deficiencies of vitamins
1.2.2 Food sources of vitamins (which food source is
important for nourishment of skin)
1.3 List of equipment required for facial 1
1.4 Procedure for bleaching, types of bleach used for 1
different types of skins
1.5 Preparation and use of different types of oils and 1
creams used for facial
1.6 Procedure and preparation of different types of 1
masks
1.7 Procedure for making and applying wax 1

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 1.8 Procedure for applying steam 1
1.8.1 Advantages of steam for different kinds of skin
1.8.2 Effects and remedies
1.9 Procedure for removal of black and white heads 1
1.9.1 Effects and remedies
1.10 Cosmetics for skin 1
1.10.1 Study of different types of creams, oils, scrubs and
masks used for different types of skin
1.11 Diseases and remedies of skin 1
1.12 Advantages & disadvantages of facial massage 2
1.13 Manicure and pedicure 1
1.13.1 Importance
1.13.2 Requirement and procedure for manicure and
pedicure
1.13.3 List of equipment used in manicure and pedicure.
1.14 Health and Hygiene 1
1.14.1 Sterilize tools and equipment
1.14.2 Observe oral/ personal hygiene
1.14.3 Maintain workplace hygiene
1.14.4 Undertake proper disposal of cosmetic waste/ tool
and equipment
1.14.5 First Aid
Total 15

PRACTICAL

Sr. Practical
Main Topics
No. (Hours)
1 1.1 Facial of different kinds of skin (dry, oily, acne, 24
problem skin) through
1.1.1 Herbal
1.1.2 Cosmetic method
1.2 Equipment required for facial 2
1.3 Preparing mask 10
1.4 Preparation of essential oils 10
1.5 Bleaching 6
1.6 Threading 6

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 1.7 Waxing 6
1.8 Steam 6
1.9 Removal of black and white heads 6
1.10 Eye brows, eye lashes 18
1.11 Cosmetics of skins 10
1.11.1 Different types of cream, oils, scrubs and masks used
for different types of skin. (labels and brands)
1.12 Diseases and remedies of skin 20
1.13 Massage of different facial muscles through 15
different methods
1.14 Manicure and pedicure procedure 10
1.15 Equipment for manicure and pedicure 6
1.16 Health and Hygiene 15
1.16.1 Sterilize tools and equipment
1.16.2 Observe oral/ personal hygiene
1.16.3 Maintain workplace hygiene
1.16.4 Undertake proper disposal of cosmetic waste/ tool
and equipment
1.16.5 First Aid
Total 170

SUBJECT: MAKE UP
Theory
Sr. Theory
Main Topics
No. (Hours)
1 1.1 Study of different kinds of skin 3
1.1.1 Oily
1.1.2 Dry
1.1.3 Normal
1.1.4 Acne
1.2 Types of make up used for different occasions 2
1.2.1 Party Make up
1.2.2 Bridal Make up
1.2.3 Model Make up
1.3 Foundation and techniques of makeup 2
1.3.1 Contouring the makeup

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 1.4 Procedure of cleansing the skin before makeup 1
1.4.1 Various cleansing creams and lotions
1.5 Cosmetics of makeup 1
1.5.1 Study of different types and brands of make up used
for different kinds of skin (available in market)
1.6 List of equipment and tools required for make 1
up
1.7 Chemistry for cosmetology 3
1.7.1 Basic chemistry elements and symbols
1.7.2 Physical and chemical changes.
1.7.3 Cosmetic for skin
1.7.4 Sterilization
1.8 Salon Planning & Management
1.8.1 Planning for proper lay out (Select Salon Furniture, 2
Tools, Equipment & Beauty Products)
1.8.2 Provide Updated Operational Manual
1.8.3 Observe Safety Requirements
1.8.4 Update Knowledge about industry products & equipment

Total 15

Practical

Sr. Practical
Main Topics
No. (Hours)
1 1.1 Make up of different kinds of skin 20
1.2 Use of different types of make up (on different 30
occasions)
1.2.1 Party Make up
1.2.2 Bridal Make up
1.2.3 Model Make up
1.3 Foundation & techniques of make up 30
1.3.1 Contouring the make up
1.4 Cleansing of skin before make up by using different 10
creams and lotions

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 1.5 Application of different types and labels of cosmetics 10
available in market.
1.6 Equipment and tools required for make up 10
1.7 Evening and bridal make up 15
1.8 Professional make up 10
1.9 Learning the procedures of electricity for cosmetology. 10
1.9.1 Basic electricity
1.9.2 Direct and alternative current
1.9.3 Safety devices and treatment for shock
1.10 Know how of sterilization and different types of
cosmetics available in market (biochemistry)
1.11 Salon Planning & Management 10
1.11.1 Planning for proper lay out (Select Salon Furniture,
Tools, Equipment & Beauty Products) 15
1.11.2 Provide Updated Operational Manual
1.11.3 Observe Safety Requirement
1.11.4 Update Knowledge about industry products &
equipment

Total 170

SUBJECT: FITNESS
Theory
Sr. Theory
Main Topics
No. (Hours)
1 1.1 Definition of fitness importance of fitness in our daily life 1

1.2 Study of basic exercise 2

1.2.1 Movement classification, techniques, effects.

1.2.2 Procedure for correct standing and sitting positions.

1.2.3 Procedure of figure faults by exercise, effects and contra-

indication.
1.2.4 Procedure for different types of exercises
1.3 Body massage 1
1.3.1 Definition of massage.

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 1.3.2 Importance of body massage.
1.4 Body massage 1

1.4.1 Definition of massage.

1.4.2 Importance of body massage.
1.5 Types of massage
1
1.5.1 Friction massage
1.5.2 Vibratory massage
1.5.3 Stroking massage, etc
1.6 Procedure of relaxation therapy 1

1.6.1 How to relax the body muscles

1.7 Diet and nutrition
1
1.7.1 Importance of diet in our daily life.
1.7.2 Balance diet.
1.8 Importance of cholesterol in our daily life. 1
1.8.1 Definition of cholesterol
1.8.2 Effects and remedies of cholesterol
1.9 Caloric chart
2
1.9.1 Consumption of calories according to need, age, status
and sex.
1.10 Importance of food groups in our diet.
2
1.10.1 Types of food groups

1.10.2 Role of carbohydrates, proteins, minerals, fats & vitamins

in our daily life.
1.10.3 Deficiencies
1.10.4 Food sources of these groups
2
1.11 Overweight and under nutrition persons
1.11.1 Diseases caused by being overweight.

1.11.2 Diseases of under nutrition person.

Total 15

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PRACTICAL

Sr. Practical
Main Topics
No. (Hours)
1 1.1 Basic exercises 20
1.1.1 Movement, classification, techniques & effects.
1.1.2 Correct standing and sitting position
1.1.3 Correction of figure faults by exercise, effects and
contra-indication.
1.2 Body massage 12
1.2.1 Movement & their effects 24
1.3 Types of massage
1.3.1 Friction massage
1.3.2 Vibratory massage
1.3.3 Stroking massage
1.3.4 Relaxation therapy 20
1.3.5 Different types of exercises 20
1.3.6 Toning, relaxation and figure correction 20
1.3.7 Powders, creams and oils and their uses. 10
1.3.8 Knowledge of caloric chart according to need, age, 24
status and sex.
1.3.9 Maintenance and reduction of weight by using 20
balanced diet and different types of exercise

Total 170

LIST OF PRACTICALS

Sr.
Experiments
No.
1. Different types of hair cutting.
2. Making different types of hairstyles i.e. roller setting, blow drying, perming
and straightening.

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3. Doing different types of facials.
 Simple facial.
 Dry skin facial.
 Oil skin facial.
 Acne facial.
 Problem skin facial.
4. Doing makeup on different faces for different occasions.
 Party makeup.
 Bridal makeup.
5. Manicure.

6. Pedicure.

7. Preparation and application of hina.

8. Body massage.
 Different types of oils and creams.
 Techniques of massage.
9. Threading.

10. Waxing.

11. Bleaching.

12. Hair colouring.

13. Application of different types of masks.

14. Doing different types of exercises.

15. Preparation of different caloric charts

16. Application of massage.

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 LIST OF TOOLS / EQUIPMENT / MACHINERY
(Beautician 6-Month Course)

Name of Trade Beautician

Duration of Course 06 – Month

Sr. Tools
No. Equipments / Machinery
Quantity
1. Revolving chairs designed for parlour use. 5

2. Wooden counters for parlour. 5

3. Large mirror mounted on wall. 2

4. Stands for rollers and pins. 2

5. Wash basin fitted in counter with tap. 1

6. Tube lights. 6

7. Water spraying gun. 2

8. Set of hair combs and brushes. 1 set

9. Set of scissors. 2 sets

10. Towels and aprons. 3 sets

11. Curtains. 4

12. Other accessories (perming and straightening pins & lotions, 1 bottle
some quantity of makeup, different facial cleansers with toning each
lotion and masks).

13. Steamer. 1

14. Massager. 1

15. Hair dryers. 2

16. Electric rollers. 1 Set

17. Facial machine. 1

18. Skin toning machine 1

19. Hair Straightner 1

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 MINIMUM QUALIFICATION OF TEACHERS

 1 – Year Diploma from a recognized Parlour with 2 years teaching experience.

EMPLOYABILITY OF PASS OUTS

1. Pass outs may join any beauty parlour.

2. They can establish their own beauty parlour.

3. They can groom themselves at their home.

4. They can join sectors such as airlines, show business etc, where numerous
females work and are essentially required to put on makeup and style hair.

5. They can establish their own training institutions to conduct beauty parlour
courses. Currently an institution by the name od Diplex is successfully working
along the same lines.

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 REFERENCE BOOKS

Sr. No. Name of Book Author’s Name Publisher Name

1 Make up Nasim Sohail Jadeed Educational Services, Urdu
Chaudhry Bazar, Lahore
2 Skin Care Muhammad Arshad Jadeed Educational Services, Urdu
Jhakar Bazar, Lahore
3 Hair Care Muhammad Arshad Jadeed Educational Services, Urdu
Jhakar Bazar, Lahore
4 Fitness Sabreena Sheikh Jadeed Educational Services, Urdu
Bazar, Lahore

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 List of National Curriculum Review Committee Members

1. Ms. Sabrina Sheikh, Principal, GVTIW Township, Lahore.

2. Ms. Nazli Bashir, Principal, GVTWI, Dev Samaj Road, Lahore.

3. Mrs. Rashida Akram, Instructor, Beautician, VTC, New Karachi, Sind Karachi.

4. [Link] Paveen, CEO, Kokab Craft Mozang Road, Lahore

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