Cosmetology is a work-related study program at the secondary school level. The study program entails, among other things, increasing students’ skills in the handling of beauty products, the use of tools and equipment, and providing the comprehensive services available in beauty salons. Cosmetology is a certified trade.
The average study period is approximately four years, including vocational training, during which the progress of the workplace studies is recorded in an electronic logbook.
Cosmetology has been taught at Fjölbrautaskólinn í Breiðholti. There is also a basic study path in hair and beauty at Menntaskólinn á Ísafirði.
Applicants must have completed compulsory education in accordance with the National Curriculum Guide for Compulsory Schools.
The program has been credit-worthy at the Student Education Fund (Menntasjóður námsmanna). Trade unions also often provide scholarships for study. Get more information from your union.
The cosmetology study program is divided into general theoretical subjects, the study path specialties and vocational training. The student makes a study agreement with a master in the subject where the internship takes place.
Please note that general theoretical subjects may be taught by distance learning.
After completing studies and vocational training, it is possible to take a journeyman’s examination that entitles you to work in the field as well as admission to studies for a master craftsman’s exam. It is also possible to complete additional studies for a matriculation examination.
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