Somatology

The three year Somatology diploma studies, offers the student the opportunity to become a professional Somatologist. Centurion Academy’s Somatology Diploma includes permanent makeup and micro-needling, advanced makeup techniques as well as spa management. 

On successful completion of the Somatology Diploma students have the opportunity to write international

exams (ITEC and CIDESCO)

Individuals who:

• enjoys working with people with the focus on holistic treatment of body and skin
• are working as massage/ holistic therapists who want to improve their qualifications

NSC (Gr 12) with entrance to Diploma studies or National Certificate (Vocational) with the minimum requirements for entrance to Diploma studies, as specified by UMALUSI. (Life Sciences is recommended)

Every student has to complete 400 hours of practical experience in a salon or spa of their choice under the supervision of a manager. This helps our students to fully understand the work environment they will be entering and prepare them sufficiently to work in, or manage a salon or spa.

• Somatologist in a salon, gymnasium or health and wellness centre
• Entrepreneur with your own salon or spa
• Spa manager
• Representative for product houses
• Work on a luxury cruise liner
• Work at Laser Clinics

• Sugaring
• Acrylic Artificial nails

Students have the opportunity to obtain the ITEC and/or CIDESCO qualifications to further enhance their career possibilities both locally and internationally