Diploma in Beauty and Cosmetology

Three-year Diploma in Beauty and Cosmetology under CTEVT trains students in skin, hair, nail care, makeup, and cosmetology services, preparing mid-level professionals for employment and entrepreneurship in beauty and wellness sectors.

Description
The Diploma in Beauty and Cosmetology program provides theoretical knowledge and practical training in foundational subjects, advanced beauty techniques, dermatology, anatomy, nutrition, and cosmetology pharmacology. The three-year, six-semester curriculum includes a work experience semester for hands-on application. Graduates are equipped to deliver professional beauty services, maintain quality standards, and pursue careers in public, private, or self-employed settings while minimizing health risks from unskilled practice.

Curricular structure

• Year 1: Foundational subjects, basics of beauty, hair, nail, facial care, anatomy, and nutrition.
• Year 2: Advanced cosmetology, dermatology, makeup, hair treatments, and cosmeceutical pharmacology.
• Year 3: Work experience semester with practical application of learned skills in real-world settings.

Features

• Duration: Three years, semester system.
• Semester length: 15–19.5 weeks, minimum 15 weeks of teaching.
• Maximum batch size: 40 students.
• Medium of instruction: English/Nepali.
• Minimum 90% attendance required.
• Work experience program included in final year.

Eligibility

• SEE pass with minimum C grade in any two of Compulsory Mathematics, Science, and English, and D+ in the remaining subject.

Admission process

• Submission of SEE certificate and selection based on merit.

Job prospects

• Beauty and cosmetology technician in salons, spas, and wellness centers.
• Skin, hair, and nail care specialist.
• Entrepreneur in beauty and cosmetology services.
• Roles in cosmetic product sales, service management, and client care.