Diploma in Beauty Specialist

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Who Will Benefit From This Course

• ✔️New entrants who wish to start a professional career in the beauty and wellness industry and gain hands-on experience in facial, skincare, and body treatment techniques.
• ✔️Existing beauty therapists or salon staff who want to upgrade their skills, expand service offerings, and gain a recognized certification.
• ✔️Aspiring entrepreneurs planning to open their own beauty salon or freelance business.

There are opportunities for a graduate:
• Beauty salons and spa centers
• Wellness and aesthetic clinics
• Cosmetic and skincare retail brands
• Cruise liners and resorts
• Freelance beauty specialists or business owners

Why Choose This Course

The Diploma in Beauty Specialist is a complete professional training program designed for those who wish to build a successful career in the beauty and skincare industry. As the global demand for certified beauty therapists continues to grow, this course provides learners with the essential knowledge, technical skills, and hands-on experience to deliver high-quality facial and eye care treatments with confidence and precision.

Learners will gain a strong foundation in health and safety practices, facial treatment techniques, and professional business conduct, ensuring they are fully prepared to work in salons, spas, or as independent beauty professionals. This program combines theory, real-world practice, and professional ethics — empowering graduates to meet client needs, deliver exceptional service, and excel in a dynamic and rewarding industry.

Entry Requirements

• ✔️At least 16 years old
• ✔️Academic Requirement: At least a Grade C6 (Min 50 Percent) at O-Level in any 3 subjects or matured candidate who is 30 years old with at least 8 years of relevant working experience.
• ✔️Language Requirement: At least a Grade 5 (Min 50 Percent) at N-Level English or IELTS 4.5

Additional Notes

• ✔️Dates of the examination to be announced during course.
• ✔️All amount stated are in Singapore Dollars (SGD), and no GST.
• ✔️Registration Fees refer to the price that the student pays the school for the sole purpose of processing the application requirements, and it is non-refunable.
• ✔️The maximum allowed period for a student to complete the course is 18 months from first date of course
• ✔️The Course Fee are non-refundable, unless there is no future class commence date by SOQ International Academy
• ✔️The minimum number of students that is required before a class commences is 6 pax, in the event the class cannot commence due to low take up rate, SOQ International Academy will notify the students at least 7 days in advance and provide an alternate commerce date.
• ✔️Local Student refers to Singaporean Citizens & Permanent Residents
• ✔️We do not issue Student Passes. “International Student” refers to individuals holding a valid Work Pass or any other long-term permit that allows them to reside legally in Singapore throughout the duration of their studies.

Expected Learning Outcomes

MODULE 1: Health and safety practice in the salon

• ✔️Know the principles of health and safety
• ✔️Be able to follow emergency procedures
• ✔️Maintaining health and safety requirements within the salon
• ✔️Understand the role of a health and safety supervisor

MODULE 2: Face Care and Eye Treatment

• ✔️Be able to prepare for facecare and eye treatments
• ✔️Be able to carry out a consultation and recognize contra-indications to treatment
• ✔️Be able to carry out facecare and eye treatment
• ✔️Be able to advise on home and aftercare and update client records

MODULE 3: Professional conduct and business awareness

• ✔️Know the principles of ethical practice
• ✔️Know the requirements for health, safety, and hygiene
• ✔️Know the importance of communication
• ✔️Know the principles of finance and costing
• ✔️Know the principles of retail
• ✔️Know effective sales and marketing techniques

Total Training Duration
Learning Hour: 216 Hrs
Blended learning included:
• Classroom face-to-face theory & practical training
• Asynchronous e-learning for theory & practical revision
• 5 Model practical & On-Job Training*
• Online quiz & Mock Up test

Mode of Assessment

• ✔️MCQ Theory Exam
• ✔️Practical Exam
• ✔️Portfolio: 5 clients x 3 treatments each

The Hands-On Practical Training provides learners with extensive real-world experience to master the skills required for professional facial and eye care treatments. Throughout the course, learners will practice gentle yet effective make-up removal, followed by superficial and deep cleansing techniques to thoroughly purify the skin. They will conduct detailed skin analysis and client consultations to identify individual needs, perform exfoliation using scrubbers, and apply a range of advanced massage techniques including Effleurage, Petrissage, Tapotement, Shiatsu Massage, and Golki Therapy (Korean Face Lifting) to promote circulation and relaxation.

In addition, learners will gain expertise in mask application, toning, and moisturising, ensuring each client’s skin is left refreshed and radiant. Professional standards such as towel management, hygiene, and client aftercare advice are also emphasised to maintain a high level of service quality. This hands-on approach equips learners with the confidence, precision, and professionalism to perform high-quality facial treatments in a salon or spa environment.

Recognition

• ✔️Training Provider: SOQ International Academy
• ✔️Registration No.: 201723514D
• ✔️Registration Period: 09 June 2022 – 08 June 2026

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Attendance requirement: min 75% attendance
Course completion requirements: Fulfill at least 75% min attendance and pass all assessments

Practical Hands-On Activities