STUDY PROGRAMS: ESTHETIC COSMETOLOGY
STUDY PROGRAMS: ESTHETIC COSMETOLOGY
STUDIES ONLY ON A TUITION-FEE BASIS
Qualification: Beauty care specialist in cosmetology
Code of study program: 41722
Length of studies: 3 years, 180 ECTS
Level of Education: short cycle professional higher education
Studies are conducted: in Jūrmala (Vidus prospekts 38, Bulduri)
Mode of studies: Full-time attendance
Previous education: secondary school
Head of study program: MEd Inguta Grinberga
DESCRIPTION OF SPECIALTY
Depending on the chosen field, a Beauty Care Specialist in Cosmetology acquires and applies field‑specific, scientifically substantiated cosmetology technologies and methods, cosmetics and cosmetic products, as well as consulting approaches. The specialist also provides other services of a cosmetic nature, while respecting the boundaries of his or her professional role and competence.
GOAL OF THE STUDY PROGRAM
To prepare qualified first‑level professional higher education specialists in cosmetology, ensuring the acquisition of theoretical and practical knowledge and skills in the chosen profession. The program aims to develop responsible, creative, and professionally educated specialists in the beauty care industry who meet the requirements of the Latvian and European labor markets and enhance competitiveness in changing socio‑economic conditions.
PRACTICAL IMPLEMENTATION OF STUDY PROGRAM
The practical implementation of the study program takes place in the college’s training classrooms, as well as at practice bases in clinical settings, beauty care salons, rehabilitation centers, and aesthetic medicine institutions.
During practical training, students strengthen their knowledge and skills under the guidance of lecturers, working directly with clients, assessing various skin condition issues, analyzing them, and finding appropriate solutions.
STUDY COURSES
Personality Development Theories and Communication Psychology, social Dialogue, Research, Basics of Entrepreneurship in Beauty Care Practice, Fundamentals of Record Management and Financial Accounting, Fundamentals of Project Development and Management, Pedagogy in Esthetic Cosmetology, Latin Terminology, Foreign Language (English), Cosmetic Chemistry, Biology, Genetics and Basics of Microbiology, Applied Informatics, Basics of Pharmacology, Anatomy, Physiology, Hygiene and Environmental Medicine, Civil Protection, Nutrition Science, Patient Care for Health Disorders I, Patient Care for Health Disorders II, Emergency Care, General Pathology, Introduction to the Specialty and Legal Foundations of Professional Practice, Dermatology, Medical Cosmetology, Basics of Trichology, Waxing, Esthetic Cosmetology I, Esthetic Cosmetology II, Esthetic Cosmetology III, Mesotherapy, Decorative Cosmetics I, Decorative Cosmetics II, Esthetic Body Procedures, Clinical Conditions in Dermatology, Clinical Medicine, Women’s Health, Infectious Diseases and Infection Control, Physical Therapy in Cosmetology, Aromatherapy and Phytotherapy, Manicure, Pedicure, Intercultural Communication and Business Etiquette, Balneology, SPA Procedures, Surgery in Esthetic Medicine, Micropigmentation, Classical Massage, Basics of Ayurvedic Medicine, Elective Study Courses, Practice I (Health Care), Practice II (Esthetic Cosmetology), Qualification Practice, Qualification Thesis.
CAREER OPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the college’s Beauty Care Specialist in Cosmetology program can work in healthcare institutions and beauty care salons, performing professional duties in line with their competencies.
FURTHER STUDY OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of the “Esthetic Cosmetology” study program can continue their education in entrepreneurship and healthcare study programs, as well as to pursue bachelor’s studies at Utenos University of Applied Sciences in Lithuania.
ERASMUS+ MOBILITY
P. Stradins Medical College of the University of Latvia collaborates with a wide network of Erasmus+ program partners across Europe. While the college does not offer complete study programs in English, it provides diverse and up‑to‑date opportunities for clinical practice and practical training at hospitals, laboratories, within college simulation classes etc. Every year we welcome motivated Erasmus+ students from our partner institutions to gain valuable hands‑on experience with us.
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