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Cosmetology\/Beauty.<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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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. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Regina Makena. Head Of Department (HOD)<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our Course Offerings<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
Course Name<\/strong><\/td>Minimum Requirement<\/strong><\/td>Duration<\/strong><\/td>Examining Body<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead>
Cosmetology Level 6<\/strong><\/td>KCSE C- (Minus)<\/td>8 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
Cosmetology Level <\/strong>5<\/td>KCSE D (Plain)<\/td>5 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr>
Cosmetology Level <\/strong><\/strong>4<\/td>KCSE D- (Minus)<\/td>3 Modules<\/td>CDACC<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n
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Why Choose the Cosmetology at TTVC?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Comprehensive Skill Stack:<\/strong> 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.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Modern Salon Laboratories:<\/strong> Trainees practice inside fully functional, mock salon setups equipped with modern styling stations, professional hair steamers, beauty therapy equipment, and premium product kits.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Entrepreneurial Readiness:<\/strong> 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.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Flexible Certification Paths:<\/strong> 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.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    Career Opportunities<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    Graduates from this section are prepared for roles such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    • Professional Hairstylist \/ Trichologist Assistant:<\/strong> Providing advanced hair cutting, coloring, styling, chemical texturizing, and targeted scalp health treatments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Beauty Therapist \/ Esthetician:<\/strong> Conducting professional skincare routines, facials, non-medical skin treatments, and hair removal procedures in specialized spas.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Nail Technician & Designer:<\/strong> Specializing in hand\/foot wellness (manicures and pedicures), gel extensions, acrylic applications, and creative nail art canvas design.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Makeup Artist (MUA):<\/strong> Designing cosmetics looks for bridal parties, corporate events, runway models, or working behind the scenes on film, television, and theatre sets.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Salon Manager \/ Operations Director:<\/strong> Overseeing staff schedules, managing inventory and supplier relations, marketing salon services, and maintaining health and safety protocols.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Spa \/ Wellness Therapist:<\/strong> Executing body therapies, massage techniques, and holistic wellness procedures in luxury hotels, eco-lodges, or dedicated wellness retreats.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Beauty Content Creator \/ Brand Ambassador:<\/strong> Utilizing product knowledge to act as a retail consultant, product trainer for cosmetics brands, or an independent digital beauty influencer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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      Ready to start your tech journey?<\/strong> Visit the section of cosmetology at our main campus to enroll or learn more about our intake periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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