A beautician course is one of the fastest ways to start a skill-based career after 12th. You do not need a particular stream or marks, just interest and regular practice.
Course options and duration
- Basic (7 days): waxing, facial, threading, bleach, detan, manicure and pedicure.
- Advance (15 days): adds hair spa, basic hair colour and skin knowledge.
- Professional (30 days): adds smoothening, keratin, botox, product knowledge and parlour business skills.
Subjects you study
Skin types and textures, hygiene and tools, beauty treatments, hair treatments, product knowledge and client handling. A professional course also covers setting up a business, finding clients and handling complaints.
Jobs after the course
- Beautician in a salon or parlour
- Home-service beautician
- Running your own parlour
- Moving into specialist areas such as makeup, nails or hair
Many students start with the beautician course and later add makeup or nails to offer complete bridal packages.
