The Cosmetology Section offers comprehensive technical pathways across advanced hair styling, beauty therapies, and modern salon management.
The Cosmetology Section at Kibwezi West Technical and Vocational College provides premium competence-based training designed to launch high-growth careers in the beauty and wellness industries. Supported by modern workshops and experienced trainers, this integrated pathway transforms creative learners into certified beauty experts ready to lead local and international salons, spas, and wellness enterprises.
About The Program
This master program section delivers hands-on technical skills across hair design, advanced skincare, nail technology, and makeup artistry. Operating under a Competence-Based Education and Training (CBET) approach, our curriculum emphasizes real-world practical mastery, professional hygiene standards, and structural salon operations.
Trainees spend their learning cycles working with modern styling equipment and specialized wellness products inside dedicated demonstration rooms. Backed by strong linkages with premium regional salons and spas, graduates emerge with high-caliber industry exposure and immediate self-employment capabilities.
Available Qualification Tiers & Modules
Select your primary specialization. Advanced and intermediate tracks are certified by TVET-CDACC
Hairdressing Tiers
Certification Body: TVET-CDACC
| Qualification Level | Minimum Entry | Focus Area / Modules |
| Hairdressing Level 6 (Diploma) | KCSE C- | Advanced Hair Artistry, Chemical Texturing, Salon Management |
| Hairdressing Level 5 (Certificate) | KCSE D | Salon Hygiene, Braiding, Weaving, Basic Barbering Operations |
Beauty Therapy Tiers
Certification Body: TVET-CDACC
| Qualification Level | Minimum Entry | Focus Area / Modules |
| Beauty Therapy Level 6 (Diploma) | KCSE C- | Advanced Skincare, Body Massage Therapy, Complex Cosmetics |
| Beauty Therapy Level 5 (Certificate) | KCSE D | Manicure & Pedicure, Basic Makeup Artistry, Facial Treatments |
Accelerated Short Courses
Certification Body: KWTVC Institutional Certification
Minimum Entry Requirement: Open Access / KCSE Certificate
| Course Option | Duration | Core Competency Focus |
| Professional Barbering | Short Course | Modern Hair Clipping, Shaving Techniques, Tool Sterilization |
| Targeted Beauty Short Course | Short Course | Specialized Nail Technology and Trends, Daytime Makeup Artistry |