Diploma in Cosmetology
Level: Diploma
Duration: 6 Months
Faculty: School of Cosmetology
Department: N/A
Branch:
Fees: 35,000 KES Per Term
Examining Body: CDACC
Modes: Onsite (In Class)
Ideal For: High School Leaver Undergraduate Student Postgraduate Student Working Professional Career Switcher Adult Learner Skills Upgrade Educator or Teacher Government Staff General Public
Campuses: Main Campus
About This Course
Become the professional clients book for everything — hair, skin, nails, and makeup — with one nationally recognised diploma. Cosmetology at Level 6 prepares you to lead full-service salons or build a personal brand.
Why this diploma elevates your career
Single-service providers compete on price; cosmetology diploma holders compete on convenience, quality, and trust. You integrate technical depth across disciplines with salon P&L, marketing, and team leadership.
Diploma cosmetologists command leadership salaries, training contracts, and partnership opportunities in Kenya's fastest-growing personal care sector.
Who should enroll
- Certificate cosmetologists advancing careers
- Salon owners professionalising operations
- Bridal and editorial artists seeking credentials
- Beauty educators and trainers in waiting
Professional outcomes
- Deliver integrated cosmetology services at Level 6 standard
- Manage full-service salon workflows and staffing
- Develop pricing, retail and client loyalty systems
- Train and mentor junior beauty professionals
- Complete CDACC diploma assessment
Entry Requirements
KCSE C−
Admission Requirements
A copy of KCSE certificate / result slip
2 colored passports
A copy of national ID / passport
1 ream of papers
1 spring file
Course Structure
Programme coverage
- Advanced cosmetology science
- Hair, skin and nail mastery modules
- Make-up for media, bridal and studio
- Salon enterprise and brand building
- Quality assurance and supervision
- Integrated capstone and CDACC exams