Cosmetology/Beauty.
The Department of Cosmetology (often paired within the Hospitality and Cosmetology sector) at Tharaka Technical and Vocational College (TTVC) is a premier training center for the beauty, wellness, and personal care industry.
Dedicated to the art and science of aesthetics, the department delivers market-driven programs under the Competency-Based Education and Training (CBET) framework and NITA trade tests. Trainees learn to master contemporary trends in hair design, skincare, and therapeutic wellness, preparing them to enter a multi-billion shilling industry as confident, highly skilled professionals.
Regina Makena. Head Of Department (HOD)
Our Course Offerings
| Course Name | Minimum Requirement | Duration | Examining Body |
| Cosmetology Level 6 | KCSE C- (Minus) | 8 Modules | CDACC |
| Cosmetology Level 5 | KCSE D (Plain) | 5 Modules | CDACC |
| Cosmetology Level 4 | KCSE D- (Minus) | 3 Modules | CDACC |
Why Choose the Cosmetology at TTVC?
- Comprehensive Skill Stack: The department offers balanced training that covers everything from basic hairdressing and barbering to advanced beauty therapy, chemical hair treatments, nail technology, and skincare physics.
- Modern Salon Laboratories: Trainees practice inside fully functional, mock salon setups equipped with modern styling stations, professional hair steamers, beauty therapy equipment, and premium product kits.
- Entrepreneurial Readiness: Knowing that beauty is a highly independent sector, the curriculum deeply embeds business management, client relations, salon financial planning, and social media branding to help you launch your own business.
- Flexible Certification Paths: Programs are strategically tailored to fit different educational backgrounds, offering multi-tiered options including CDACC Level 6 Diplomas, Level 5 Certificates, and highly practical NITA Grade Tests.
Career Opportunities
Graduates from this section are prepared for roles such as:
- Professional Hairstylist / Trichologist Assistant: Providing advanced hair cutting, coloring, styling, chemical texturizing, and targeted scalp health treatments.
- Beauty Therapist / Esthetician: Conducting professional skincare routines, facials, non-medical skin treatments, and hair removal procedures in specialized spas.
- Nail Technician & Designer: Specializing in hand/foot wellness (manicures and pedicures), gel extensions, acrylic applications, and creative nail art canvas design.
- Makeup Artist (MUA): Designing cosmetics looks for bridal parties, corporate events, runway models, or working behind the scenes on film, television, and theatre sets.
- Salon Manager / Operations Director: Overseeing staff schedules, managing inventory and supplier relations, marketing salon services, and maintaining health and safety protocols.
- Spa / Wellness Therapist: Executing body therapies, massage techniques, and holistic wellness procedures in luxury hotels, eco-lodges, or dedicated wellness retreats.
- Beauty Content Creator / Brand Ambassador: Utilizing product knowledge to act as a retail consultant, product trainer for cosmetics brands, or an independent digital beauty influencer.
Ready to start your tech journey? Visit the section of cosmetology at our main campus to enroll or learn more about our intake periods.