WBCHSE HS Vocational Beauty & Wellness study plan
WBCHSE HS Vocational Beauty & Wellness · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Anatomy and Physiology of Skin, Hair, and Nails & Personal Hygiene, Safety, and Salon Sanitization
Label a blank diagram of the skin's three layers, appendages, and hair growth phases from memory, scoring at least 85%
Explain the structure of the hair shaft and nail plate in your own words, listing five structures each
Write and rehearse a 5-minute script on why sanitization matters before every service
Demonstrate the correct sequence for disinfecting tools, workstations, and hands, and record it as a checklist
List five common skin and scalp conditions and state which require referral to a doctor
Your checkpoint
A one-page hand-drawn anatomy summary covering skin, hair, and nails plus a 20-item salon sanitization checklist
Anatomy and Physiology of Skin, Hair, and Nails & Personal Hygiene, Safety, and Salon Sanitization
Describe how skin type, sebum, and pH affect product choice, with three examples
Explain blood circulation, lymph, and nerve supply of the scalp and their relevance to massage
Identify five safety hazards in a salon and write a control measure for each
Explain first aid for burns, cuts, and chemical eye splash using only materials found in a salon
Match ten common ingredients to their function and caution
Your checkpoint
A safety and ingredient reference sheet with ten ingredients and five hazard-control pairs, checked against your notes
Skin Care and Facial Treatments
Sequence the steps of a basic facial from consultation to aftercare in correct order
Differentiate cleansing, exfoliation, extraction, massage, and masking by purpose and timing
Select appropriate products for oily, dry, and sensitive skin and justify each choice in two sentences
Perform a 20-minute facial massage routine on a model and note pressure and direction
Write a client aftercare card covering sun protection, hydration, and when to return
Your checkpoint
A timed facial protocol sheet with product choices for three skin types and a completed practice log
Hair Care, Cutting, and Styling
Identify face shapes and sectioning lines used before cutting
Demonstrate blunt, layered, and graduated cutting on a mannequin with correct tension and angle
Explain the difference between a one-length and a uniform-layer cut in terms of elevation
Blow-dry and set hair using round brush and flat iron techniques without heat damage
Describe the chemistry of shampoo, conditioner, and colour in simple terms
Your checkpoint
Three mannequin cutting exercises photographed with a short note on elevation and angle used
Hair Care, Cutting, and Styling & Nail Care and Manicure/Pedicure
Perform a shampoo and scalp massage to a set sequence and time
Carry out a full manicure and pedicure including soaking, shaping, cuticle care, massage, and polish
Identify nail shapes and disorders that should not be serviced
Explain the correct use and disposal of nail tools and the risk of infection
Compare basic nail polish application with gel polish in terms of steps and removal
Your checkpoint
A complete manicure and pedicure on a model within 60 minutes, with a self-assessment checklist
Makeup Techniques and Cosmetology & Introduction to Beauty & Wellness Industry and Professional Ethics
Map the colour wheel and explain undertone correction with three examples
Explain the difference between day, evening, and bridal makeup in terms of base, eyes, and finish
Apply foundation, concealer, contour, and blush on a model with correct blending
Outline the historical development of beauty practices and the role of professional bodies
List the ethical duties of a beauty professional toward clients and colleagues
Your checkpoint
A face chart with three complete makeup looks labelled by occasion, plus a one-page note on professional ethics
Salon Operations, Client Consultation, and Communication & Entrepreneurship, Employability, and Career Pathways in Beauty & Wellness
Conduct a client consultation using a structured form covering skin, allergies, and expectations
Practise three communication scenarios: a dissatisfied client, a late client, and a client asking for unsafe treatment
Draft a simple business plan outline covering services, pricing, costs, and marketing
Identify five career paths in beauty and wellness and the qualification each needs
Write a short CV and cover letter for a salon assistant role
Your checkpoint
A completed client consultation form, a one-page business plan outline, and a draft CV
Practical Skills and Internal Assessment (Portfolio/Viva) & Introduction to Beauty & Wellness Industry and Professional Ethics & Personal Hygiene, Safety, and Salon Sanitization
Assemble a portfolio with photographs of at least five practical services and a reflection on each
Rehearse viva answers on hygiene, anatomy, and ethics in under two minutes each
Take a full-length timed mock test and review every wrong answer
Demonstrate one full service from consultation to aftercare while being observed
Prepare a revision sheet of the ten most likely viva questions with model answers
Your checkpoint
A complete portfolio and a scored mock test with written corrections
Milestones
Week 2: Score at least 85% on the anatomy diagram and explain all five salon hazards without notes
Week 4: Complete three mannequin cuts and a basic facial with no missed sanitization step
Week 6: Finish a full manicure and pedicure within 60 minutes and present three labelled makeup looks
Week 8: Submit the portfolio and pass the mock test with at least 60% in every domain