NATIONAL OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATE: BEAUTY PRACTITIONER

LEVEL: 04   CREDITS: 112    SAQA ID: 121627
1 Year

The National Occupational Certificate: Beauty Practitioner at SMT Training Center is a nationally recognized qualification designed to equip learners with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to excel in the beauty industry. This comprehensive program covers skincare, makeup application, nail care, waxing, and lash and brow treatments, alongside professional ethics, hygiene, and client consultation. Students gain extensive hands-on experience and theoretical understanding to deliver high-quality beauty services with confidence. Upon completion, graduates will be fully qualified to work as professional beauty practitioners in salons, spas, wellness centers, or start their own businesses.

REQUIREMENTS FOR UNDERTAKING THIS QUALIFICATION

An NQF Level 3 qualification with Mathematical Literacy. Grade: 11.
Exemptions may be made for adult returners with experience of the workplace.

COURSE INCLUDES:

Course Fee, Examination Fee, Student Kits, Learner manuals, Theory & Practical Lessons, Certificate on completion of course.

COURSE SYLLABUS

Knowledge Modules

• 514201-001-00-KM-01, Cosmetic Chemistry, NQF Level 4, 5 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-KM-02, Professionalism and Business Principles, NQF Level 4, 10 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-KM-03, Setting up a Salon Business Plan, NQF Level 4, 7 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-KM-04, Integumentary System, NQF Level 4, 5 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-KM-05, Human Anatomy, NQF Level 4, 5 Credits.

Total number of credits for Knowledge Modules: 32

Practical Skill Modules

• 514201-001-00-PM-01, Provide a Manual Skincare Treatment, Level 4, 20 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-PM-02, Provide Eyelash and Eyebrow Tinting and Eyebrow Shaping Treatment, Level 4, 4 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-PM-03, Apply Day, Evening and Bridal Make-Up, Level 4, 12 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-PM-04, Provide a Manicure and Pedicure Service, Level 4, 12 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-PM-05, Provide Temporary Hair Removal Services, Level 4, 12 Credits.

Work Experience Modules

• 514201-001-00-WM-01, Processes and Procedures for a Manual Skincare Routine, Level 4, 8 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-WM-02, Processes and Procedures for a Manicure and Pedicure Treatment, Level 4, 3 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-WM-03, Processes and Procedures for a Temporary Hair Removal Routine, Level 4, 4 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-WM-04, Processes and Procedures for a Make-Up Application, Level 4, 3 Credits.
• 514201-001-00-WM-05, Processes and Procedures for an Eyelash and Eyebrow Tint and Eyebrow Shaping Treatment, Level 4, 2 Credits.

What will I be able to Perform on completion of course?

EXIT LEVEL OUTCOMES

Apply cosmetic chemistry as applicable to beauty therapy treatment.

Perform a manual skincare treatment in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with occupational standards.

Provide an eye grooming service in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with occupational standards.

Provide a make-up service (day or evening or bridal) in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with occupational standards.

Provide a nail grooming service in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with occupational standards,

Provide a temporary hair removal service in a professional and ethical manner in accordance with occupational standards.

Establish and manage a sustainable and compliant enterprise in the beauty and cosmetology industry.

Apply integumentary system and human anatomy as applicable to the specific area under treatment.

PAYMENT PLAN

REISTRATION FEE	DEPOSIT	1st month	2nd month	3rd month
R 0	R 800	R 1720	R 1720	R 1720
4th Month	5th Month	6th month	7th month	8th month
R 1720	R 1720	R 1720	R 1720	R 1720
9th Month	10th Month
R 1720	R 1720