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Aesthetics & Beauty Care, Diploma

2 Years, Diploma, System of Credits (Ex-System of Years)
This programme of study is accredited by the Council of Educational Evaluation - Accreditation of Cyprus (SEKAP).

The course is intensive and specifically designed for those interested in a career in the beauty care industry. It provides a comprehensive, professional education in all aspects of beauty therapy including body massage, exercise, waxing, manicure, pedicure, make-up, facial treatments, body therapy, and electrolysis.

The course objectives are:

• To develop the students knowledge of the body upon which they will render service.
• To help students in recognizing basic skin problems in applying treatments.
• To familiarise students with the importance of nutrition for the health condition and appearance of the skin.
• To provide students with knowledge regarding the classification and benefits of skin care products and their use.
• To enhance the students understanding of electricity, the various machines and equipment used as well as the safety and care procedures.

Teaching and practice is undertaken by highly professional and competent staff who support students in realising their potential in a friendly atmosphere.

The course covers the areas of dermatology, anatomy, physiology, first aid, beauty care (theory and practice), cosmetology, nutrition, electrology, public relations, physical education (theory and practice).

Along with the theoretical knowledge, students acquire practical skills including the techniques of beauty therapy by using state of the art machines and equipment.

Advantages for the holders of the Diploma in Aesthetics and Beauty Care:

• Possess an accredited diploma.
• Pursue direct employment at Health and Beauty Salons/Centres, TV Stations, Theatre, the Cosmetics Industry and related fields
• Operate and manage successfully their own Health and Beauty Salons/Centres.
• Are eligible to sit for the Cidesco International exams and obtain the Cidesco Diploma which is of international acclaim and recognition.

Aesthetics and Beauty Care Studios and Facilities
The course provides a wide range of facilities for teaching and practice. The Aesthetics and Beauty Care Studios and Facilities include:

• Facial treatments equipment
• Body treatments equipment (treatments of obesity, cellulite, etc)
• Sauna room
• Gymnastics and Health Club

Students must complete a total of 69 credit hours

Required Subjects                                     Hours  Credits

AETH101 Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy I (Theory)        1       3
AEPR101 Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy I (Practical)     4       8
AENG111 English Language (Basic English)                2       NC
AEPT101 Physical Education I (Theory)                   1       1
AEPP101 Physical Education I (Practical)                1       1
AEDE101 Dermatology I                                   2       2
AEAP101 Anatomy and Physiology I                        3       3
AEDI101 Dietology I                                     2       2
AETH102 Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy II (Theory)       1       1
AEPR102 Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy II (Practical)    8       4
AENG112 English Language (Intermediate English)         2       NC
AEPT102 Physical Education II (Theory)                  1       1
AEPP102 Physical Education II (Practical)               1       1
AECS102 Cosmetic Science I                              2       2
AEDE102 Dermatology II                                  2       2
AEAP102 Anatomy and Physiology II                       3       3
AEDI102 Dietology II                                    2       2
AEEL102 Electrology I                                   2       2
AETH201 Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy III (Theory)      1       1
AEPR201 Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy III (Practical)   8       4
AENG223 English Language (English Composition)          2       NC
AEPT201 Physical Education III (Theory)                 1       1
AEPP201 Physical Education III (Practical)              1       1
AECS201 Cosmetic Science II                             2       2
AEAP201 Anatomy and Physiology III                      3       3
AEEL201 Electrology II                                  2       2
ABBS201 Business Studies I                              2       2
AERE201 Public Relations and Publicity                  2       2
AETH202 Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy IV (Theory)       1       1
AEPR202 Aesthetics and Beauty Therapy IV (Practical)    8       4
AENG224 English Language (Advanced Writing)             2       NC
AEPT202 Physical Education IV (Theory)                  1       1
AEPP202 Physical Education IV (Practical)               1       1
AECS202 Cosmetic Science III                            2       2
ABBS202 Business Studies II                             2       2
AEFA202 First Aid                                       4       2

General Elective(s)                                     4       4

General Electives
Students must take one elective subject from Group A and one elective subject from Group B

                                                      Hours  Credits
Group A - Cyprus Studies

AECH 101 Introduction to the History of Cyprus          2       2
AECH 111 Cyprus in the Twentieth Century                2       2

Group B - Greek Language and Literature 

AEGL 101 Introduction to Greek Language                 2       2
AEGL 111 Modern Greek Literature                        2       2