ICSE Class 9 Syllabus 2028 Assistant Beauty Therapist

ICSE
INDIAN CERTIFICATE OF
SECONDARY EDUCATION
EXAMINATION
YEAR 2028

ASSITANT
BEAUTY THERAPIST
(59)

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Research, Development and Curriculum Division (RDCD)
CISCE

January 2026
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ASSISTANT BEAUTY THERAPIST
(Subject Code: 59)

(Sector: Beauty and Wellness)

OVERVIEW
An Assistant Beauty Therapist needs to perform the basics of beauty therapy and maintain hygiene
and safety at the workplace. She/he should be knowledgeable about various beauty products and
should be able to perform basic depilation, manicure, pedicure, and basic face care services. She/he
is required to assist the Beauty Therapist in providing advanced services. She/he must be trained in
the correct usage and handling of products and tools/equipment to perform the skin treatments
safely.
OUTCOMES:
On completion of the course, students should be able to:
 communicate effectively with the customers;
 describe the various career options available in the beauty and wellness industry such as, beauty
therapist, makeup artist, hair stylist, etc.;
 adopt a culture of safe, clean, healthy and pleasant environment at training centres and beauty
salons;
 demonstrate the knowledge of basic principles, properties and application of various types of
cosmetics and their effect on the skin;
 demonstrate the skills of handling and maintenance of the equipment and implements used in
beauty therapy;
 demonstrate the procedure for basic skin care and hair care services;
 demonstrate the procedure for manicure and pedicure;
 apply mehendi (henna) and make different designs;
 demonstrate professional ethics and attitude.

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Class IX
There will be one written paper of two hours duration carrying 100 marks and Internal Assessment
of Practical of 100 marks.
COURSE STRUCTURE:
PART I: THEORY – 100 MARKS
Employability Skills – 30 Marks
Unit 1: Communication Skills – I
Unit 2: Self-management Skills – I
Unit 3: Basic Information and Communication Technology Skills – I
Unit 4: Entrepreneurial Skills – I
Unit 5: Green Skills – I
Vocational Skills – 70 Marks
Unit 6: Introduction to the Beauty and Wellness Industry and Beauty Therapy
Unit 7: Manicure, Pedicure and Mehendi Services
Unit 8: Hair Care
PART II: INTERNAL ASSESSMENT (PRACTICAL) – 100 MARKS
Practical Work – 70 Marks
Practical Examination – 40 Marks
Practical File – 10 Marks
Viva Voce (based on Practical Examination/File) – 20 Marks
Project Work – 30 Marks
Report of Field Visit/Project – 10 Marks
Student Portfolio – 10 Marks
Viva Voce (based on Report of Field Visit/Student Portfolio/Project) – 10 Marks

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PART I: THEORY – 100 MARKS
Employability Skills
Unit-1: Communication Skills – I
Learning Outcome 1.1: Demonstrate knowledge of various methods of communication

Theory Practical

1. Methods of communication:  Writing pros and cons of written, verbal, and
non-verbal communication
(i) Verbal
 Listing dos and don’ts for avoiding common
(ii) Non-verbal
body language mistakes
(iii) Visual

Learning Outcome 1.2: Identify elements of communication cycle

Theory Practical

1. Meaning of communication  Draw a diagram of communication cycle
2. Importance of communication skills  Role plays on communication process related
to the sector/job role
3. Elements of communication cycle:
(i) Sender
(ii) Ideas
(iii) Encoding
(iv) Communication channel
(v) Receiver
(vi) Decoding
(vii) Feedback
Learning Outcome 1.3: Identify the factors affecting our perspectives in communication

Theory Practical

1. Perspectives in communication  Group discussion on factors affecting
perspectives in communication
2. Factors affecting perspectives in
communication:  Sharing of experiences on factors affecting
perspectives
(i) Visual perception
 Sharing experiences on factors affecting
(ii) Language communication at workplace
(iii) Past experiences
(iv) Prejudices
(v) Feelings
(vi) Environment

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Learning Outcome 1.4: Demonstrate the knowledge of basic writing skills

Theory Practical

1. Writing skills related to the following:  Demonstration and practice of writing
sentences and paragraphs on topics related to
(i) Phrases the subject
(ii) Kinds of sentences
(iii) Parts of sentence
(iv) Parts of speech
(v) Use of articles
(vi) Construction of a paragraph

Unit-2: Self-management Skills – I
Learning Outcome 2.1: Describe the meaning and importance of self-management

Theory Practical

1. Meaning of self-management  Identification of self-management skills
2. Positive results of self-management  Strength and weakness analysis
3. Self-management skills

Learning Outcome 2.2: Identify the factors that help in building self-confidence

Theory Practical

1. Factors that help in building self-confidence –  Role play exercises on building self-
social, cultural, and physical factors confidence
2. Self-confidence building tips – getting rid of  Use of positive metaphors/words
negative thoughts, thinking positively, staying
 Positive stroking on waking up and before
happy with small things, staying clean,
going to bed
hygienic, and smart, chatting with positive
people, etc.  Helping others and working for community

Unit-3: Basic Information and Communication Technology Skills – I
Learning Outcome 3.1: Demonstrate the knowledge of the role of Information and
Communication Technology (ICT) in day-to-day life and
workplace

Theory Practical

1. Introduction to ICT  Discussion on the role and importance of ICT
in personal life and at the workplace
2. Role and importance of ICT in personal life
 Preparing posters/collages to show the role of

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and at the workplace ICT at workplace
3. ICT in our daily life (examples)
4. ICT tools – mobile, tab, radio, TV, email, etc.

Learning Outcome 3.2: Identify components of basic computer system and their functions

Theory Practical

1. Computer system – Central Processing Unit  Connecting the cables and peripherals to the
(CPU), memory, motherboard, storage devices Central Processing Unit
2. Hardware and software of a computer system  Starting and shutting down a computer
3. Role and functions of Random Access  Group discussion on the various aspects of
Memory (RAM) and Read-only Memory hardware and software
(ROM)
4. Role and functions of Central Processing Unit
5. Procedure for starting and shutting down a
computer

Learning Outcome 3.3: Demonstrate use of various components and peripherals of a
computer system

Theory Practical

1. Peripheral devices and their uses – mouse,  Identification of the various parts and
keyboard, scanner, webcam, etc. of a computer peripherals of a computer
system
 Demonstration and practice on the use of a
mouse
 Demonstration and practice on the use of a
keyboard
 Demonstration of the use of printers,
webcams, scanner, and other peripheral
devices
 Drawing a diagram of a computer system and
labelling it

Learning Outcome 3.4: Demonstrate basic computer skills

Theory Practical

1. Primary operations on a computer system –  Identification of the various input and output
input, process, storage, output, communication, units and explanation of their purposes
networking, etc.

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Unit-4: Entrepreneurial Skills – I
Learning Outcome 4.1: Identify various types of business activities

Theory Practical

1. Types of businesses – service, manufacturing,  Prepare posters of business activities found in
hybrid cities/villages, using pictures
2. Types of businesses found in our community,  Discuss the various types of activities,
business activities around us generally adopted by small businesses in a
local community
 Best out of waste
 Costing of the product made from waste
 Selling of items made from waste materials
 Prepare list of businesses that provide goods
and services in exchange for money

Learning Outcome 4.2: Demonstrate the knowledge of distinguishing the characteristics
of entrepreneurship

Theory Practical

1. Meaning of entrepreneurship development  Prepare charts showing advantages of
entrepreneurship over wages
2. Distinguishing characteristics of
entrepreneurship  Group discussions on the role and features of
entrepreneurship
3. Role and rewards of entrepreneurship
 Lectures/presentations by entrepreneurs on
their experiences and success stories
 Identify core skills of successful entrepreneurs

Unit-5: Green Skills – I
Learning Outcome 5.1: Demonstrate the knowledge of the factors influencing natural
resource conservation

Theory Practical

1. Introduction to the environment  Group discussion on hazards of deteriorating
environment
2. Relationship between society and environment,
ecosystem and factors causing imbalance  Prepare posters showing environment
conservation
3. Natural resource conservation
 Discussion on various factors that influence
4. Environment protection and conservation
our environment

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Learning Outcome 5.2: Describe the importance of green economy and green skills

Theory Practical

1. Definition of green economy  Discussion on the benefits of green skills and
the importance of green economy
2. Importance of green economy
 Prepare a poster showing the importance of
green economy with the help of
newspaper/magazine cuttings

Vocational Skills
Unit- 6: Introduction to the Beauty and Wellness Industry and Beauty
Therapy
Learning Outcome 6.1: Identify various career opportunities in the beauty sector

Theory Practical

1. Introduction to the beauty and wellness  Identification of the beauty and wellness sub-
industry in India segments using illustrations and videos
2. Major sub-segments of the beauty and  Presentations on case studies of organisations
wellness sector providing beauty and wellness services
3. Career path for an Assistant Beauty Therapist
in skin care services, makeup services and nail
care services

Learning Outcome 6.2: Identify different services in beauty therapy

Theory Practical
1. Services in beauty therapy:  Collection of pictures on different services
(i) Pedicure used in beauty therapy and preparation of a
portfolio by students
(ii) Manicure
 Group activities on various services in beauty
(iii) Threading
therapy
(iv) Waxing
(v) Bleaching
(vi) Face clean-up
(vii) Make-up
(viii)Hairdo
(ix) Mehendi

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Learning Outcome 6.3: Prepare and maintain the work area

Theory Practical

1. Maintenance of record cards  Demonstration on preparation and maintenance
of the work area
2. Essentials of the work area
 Filling up client record cards
3. Sterilisation and disinfection methods
 Demonstration of preparing clients for
4. Personal presentation and behaviour
treatment
5. Safe disposal of waste
 Demonstration of sterilisation and disinfection
6. Storage of tools and equipment of tools and equipment
7. Compliance with rules and norms at the  Segregation and disposal of waste
workplace
 Demonstration on the storage of products,
8. Responsibilities of Assistant Beauty Therapist tools, and equipment safely at the proper place

Learning Outcome 6.4: Maintain health and safety at the workplace

Theory Practical

1. Hazards and risks at the workplace – fire,  Exercises on reading information on labels of
chemical, electrical, etc. beauty products
2. Fire safety  Identification of various areas to be cleaned,
sanitised, and disinfected for maintaining
3. Types of fire
hygienic conditions
4. Types of fire extinguishers
 Preparation of status checklist for cleaning and
5. Electrical safety safety of beauty parlour/salon
6. Rescuing techniques  Demonstrations on identification of
contraindications of various beauty treatments
7. Chemical safety
 Study of fire safety and electrical safety acts
8. Threats and risks associated with posture,
lifting, and carrying
9. Correct posture for lifting and carrying
10. Parlour hygiene

Unit -7: Manicure, Pedicure and Mehendi
Learning Outcome 7.1: Demonstrate the knowledge of the anatomy of hands, nails, and
feet

Theory Practical

1. Human body systems  Demonstration on identification of bones and
muscles in hands and feet in pictures
2. Skeletal system
 Practical exercises on the location of bones in
3. Muscular system
hands and feet
4. Nail growth and structure

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Learning Outcome 7.2: Perform manicure services

Theory Practical

1. Preparing the work area  Demonstration on the identification of nail
2. Equipment and materials used for manicure shape, nail condition (texture, disease, etc.)
3. Identification of nail conditions  Demonstration on identification of
contraindications that restrict manicure
4. Contraindications that prevent treatment services
(haemophilia, arthritis, bruised nail, psoriasis
of the nail, onycholysis and tinea  Identification of bones and muscles of the
unguium/onychomycosis) hands
5. Contraindications that restrict beauty and  Demonstration on preparing client for
wellness services (onychorrhixis, leukonychia, manicure services
furrows, beau’s lines, onychophagy)  Identification of products and tools suitable
6. Nail conditions – weak nails, brittle nails, for carrying out manicure services
ridged nails, overgrown cuticles
7. Manicure procedure
8. Nail shapes
9. Applying nail polish

Learning Outcome 7.3: Perform pedicure services

Theory Practical

1. Purpose of pedicure  Practical exercises on the identification of nail
2. Contraindications for pedicure shape and nail condition (texture, disease,
etc.)
3. Pedicure procedure
 Identification of contraindications that restrict
4. Pedicure massage pedicure services
5. After-care advice  Identification of bones and muscles of the feet
 Demonstration on preparation of client for
pedicure services
 Identification of products and tools suitable to
carry out the pedicure services
Learning Outcome 7.4: Carry out application of simple mehendi designs

Theory Practical

1. Tools and materials for mehendi application  Demonstration for preparation of mehendi
2. Preparations for application of mehendi  Demonstration of simple mehendi designs
3. Procedure for application of mehendi  Identify various parts of the body commonly
4. Sparkle mehendi used for mehendi application
5. Wooden block mehendi  Preparation of tools and product for mehendi
application – mehendi cones, oils, etc.
6. After-care advice
 Demonstration for mehendi removal after
drying

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Unit-8: Hair Care
Learning Outcome 8.1: Perform simple hair dressing services

Theory Practical

1. Types of hair – straight, wavy, curly, coily  Identification of different types of hair
2. Features affecting hair styling  Identification of hair texture
3. Head shapes
4. Facial features
5. Face shape
6. Lifestyle
7. Anatomy of hair
8. Structure of hair
9. Contraindications
10. Hair and scalp conditions
11. Hair and scalp diseases
12. After-care advice

Learning Outcome 8.2: Make common hairdos

Theory Practical

1. Common hairstyles – plait, twist, braids, knots,  Demonstration of hairdos using different
chignon, rolls, ringlets, tonging, etc. accessories
2. Hair accessories  Carrying out hair styling on dummies
3. Styling products, tools, and equipment –
styling lotions, mousse, styling gel, heat
protectants, serum, hairspray, cream, finishing
gel, combs, flat back brush, vent brush, radial
brush
4. Physical effects of styling on hair structure

PART II: INTERNAL ASSESSMENT (PRACTICAL) – 100 MARKS
To be assessed internally by the school.
For guidelines of Internal Assessment refer to Class X.

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Class X
There will be one written paper of two hours duration carrying 100 marks and Internal Assessment
of Practical of 100 marks.
COURSE STRUCTURE:
PART I: THEORY – 100 MARKS
Employability Skills – 30 Marks
Unit 1: Communication Skills – II
Unit 2: Self-management Skills – II
Unit 3: Basic Information and Communication Technology Skills – II
Unit 4: Entrepreneurial Skills – II
Unit 5: Green Skills – II
Vocational Skills – 70 Marks
Unit 6: Basic Skin Care Services
Unit 7: Basic Depilation Services
Unit 8: Makeup Service
Unit 9: Creating Positive Impression at the Workplace
PART II: INTERNAL ASSESSMENT (PRACTICAL) – 100 MARKS
Practical Work – 70 Marks
Practical Examination – 40 Marks
Practical File – 10 Marks
Viva Voce (based on Practical Examination/File) – 20 Marks
Project Work – 30 Marks
Report of Field Visit/Project – 10 Marks
Student Portfolio – 10 Marks
Viva Voce (based on Report of Field Visit/Student Portfolio/Project) – 10 Marks

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PART I: THEORY – 100 MARKS
Employability Skills
Unit-1: Communication Skills – II
Learning Outcome 1.1: Demonstrate knowledge of various methods of communication

Theory Practical

1. Methods of communication:  Writing pros and cons of written, verbal, and
non-verbal communication
(i) Verbal
 Listing dos and don’ts for avoiding common
(ii) Non-verbal
body language mistakes
(iii) Visual

Learning Outcome 1.2: Provide descriptive and specific feedback

Theory Practical

1. Communication cycle and importance of  Constructing sentences for providing
feedback descriptive and specific feedback
2. Meaning and importance of feedback
3. Descriptive feedback – written comments or
conversations
4. Specific and non-specific feedback

Learning Outcome 1.3: Apply measures to overcome barriers in communication

Theory Practical

1. Barriers to effective communication – types  Enlisting barriers to effective communication
and factors
 Applying measures to overcome barriers in
2. Measures to overcome barriers in effective communication
communication

Learning Outcome 1.4: Apply principles of communication

Theory Practical

1. Principles of effective communication  Constructing sentences that convey all facts
required by the receiver
2. 7Cs of effective communication
 Expressing in a manner that shows respect to
the receiver of the message
 Exercises and games on applying 7Cs of
effective communication

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Learning Outcome 1.5: Demonstrate basic writing skills

Theory Practical

1. Writing skills related to the following:  Demonstration and practice of writing
sentences and paragraphs on topics related to
(i) Sentence
the subject
(ii) Phrase
(iii) Kinds of Sentences
(iv) Parts of Sentence
(v) Parts of Speech
(vi) Articles
(vii) Construction of a paragraph

Unit-2: Self-management Skills – II
Learning Outcome 2.1: Apply stress management techniques

Theory Practical

1. Meaning and importance of stress management  Exercises on stress management techniques –
yoga, meditation, physical exercises
2. Stress management techniques – physical
exercise, yoga, meditation  Preparing a write-up or an essay on
experiences during a holiday trip
3. Enjoying going to vacations and holidays with
family and friends
4. Taking nature walks

Learning Outcome 2.2: Demonstrate the ability to work independently

Theory Practical

1. Importance of the ability to work  Demonstration on working independently on
independently goals
2. Describe the types of self-awareness  Planning of an activity
Describe the meaning of self-motivation and  Executing tasks in a specific period, with no
self-regulation help or directives
 Demonstration on the qualities required for
working independently

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Unit-3: Basic Information and Communication Technology Skills – II
Learning Outcome 3.1: Distinguish between different operating systems

Theory Practical

1. Classes of operating systems  Identification of taskbar, icons, menu, etc.
2. Menu, icons, and taskbar on the desktop  Demonstration and practice of creating,
renaming, and deleting files and folders,
3. File concept, file operations, file organization,
saving files in folders and sub-folders,
directory structures, and file-system structures
restoring files and folders from recycle bin
4. Creating and managing files and folders

Learning Outcome 3.2: Apply basic skills for care and maintenance of a computer

Theory Practical

1. Importance and need of care and maintenance  Demonstration of the procedures to be
of a computer followed for cleaning, care and maintenance
of hardware and software
2. Cleaning computer components
3. Preparing maintenance schedule
4. Protecting computer against viruses
Scanning and cleaning viruses and removing
SPAM files, temporary files, and folders

Unit-4: Entrepreneurial Skills – II
Learning Outcome 4.1: List the characteristics of successful entrepreneurs

Theory Practical

1. Entrepreneurship and society  Writing a note on entrepreneurship as a career
option
2. Qualities and functions of an entrepreneur
 Collecting success stories of first generation
3. Role and importance of an entrepreneur
and local entrepreneurs
4. Myth about entrepreneurship
 Listing the entrepreneurial qualities – analysis
5. Entrepreneurship as a career option of strength and weaknesses
 Group discussion of self-qualities that
students feel are needed to become a
successful entrepreneur
 Collect information and related data for a
business
 Making a plan in teams for setting up a
business

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Unit-5: Green Skills – II
Learning Outcome 5.1: Demonstrate the knowledge of importance, problems and
solutions related to sustainable development

Theory Practical

1. Definition of sustainable development  Identify the problems related to sustainable
development in the community
2. Importance of sustainable development
 Group discussion on the importance of
3. Problems related to sustainable development
respecting and conserving indigenous
knowledge and cultural heritage
 Discussion on the responsibilities and benefits
of environmental citizenship, including the
conservation and protection of environmental
values
 Preparing models on rainwater harvesting,
drip/sprinkler irrigation, vermin-compost,
solar energy, solar cooker, etc.

Vocational Skills
Unit-6: Basic Skin Care Services
Learning Outcome 6.1: Demonstrate the knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of
skin

Theory Practical

1. Structure of the skin – epidermis, dermis,  Reading sessions on the terms used for
subcutaneous layer/hypodermis, hair follicle, describing the structure of the skin
hair shaft, sebaceous gland, arrector pili
 Writing sessions on the terms used for
muscle, sweat gland and sensory nerve endings
describing the structure of the skin
2. Functions of the skin – protection,
 Group activities on understanding the
thermoregulation, hormone synthesis,
structure and functions of the skin
excretion, immunological function, and
sensory function

Learning Outcome 6.2: Demonstrate the knowledge of the actions of facial, neck and
shoulder muscles

Theory Practical

1. Actions of the facial muscles and actions of the  Showing videos on demonstration of
neck muscles movement of muscles in the face, neck, and
shoulders
2. Actions of the shoulder muscles
3. Body movements

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Learning Outcome 6.3: Perform basic skin care services

Theory Practical

1. Different types of skin  Demonstration on identification of various
products used for cleansing, toning,
2. Products related to skin care and methods to
moisturising, etc.
apply
3. Importance of cleansing, toning, moisturising,
etc.

Unit-7: Basic Depilation Services
Learning Outcome 7.1: Perform waxing

Theory Practical

1. Types of hair  Demonstration on conducting skin test to
check for reaction
2. Structure of hair
 Demonstration on assessment of hair growth
3. Growth cycle of hair
pattern
4. After-care advice for waxing
 Demonstration on pre and post preparation of
5. Guidelines for waste disposal client for waxing
6. Guidelines for work area preparation  Demonstration of the process for warming the
wax
7. Consulting, planning and preparation for
waxing with the client  Performing waxing process as per the
requirement
8. Performing skin sensitivity test
9. Contraindications and contra-actions that affect
or restrict waxing treatments
10. Equipment and products required for waxing

Learning Outcome 7.2: Demonstrate the knowledge and skills of basic depilation services
– threading

Theory Practical

1. Benefits of threading  Demonstration of the threading process for
upper lip hair removal
2. Types of tools and materials used for threading
– e.g., scissors, disposable eyebrow brush,  Application of pre and post products during
thread, etc. threading
3. Threading procedure
4. After-care procedures for threading services

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Learning Outcome 7.3: Perform bleaching procedure

Theory Practical

1. Types of bleach  Demonstration of patch test
2. Importance of patch test and bleach  Analysis of skin sensitivity
3. Resources required for bleaching  Demonstration of bleach preparation and
application
4. Bleaching procedure
 Demonstration of toning and moisturising of
5. Advantages and disadvantages of bleaching
the skin

Unit-8: Makeup Service
Learning Outcome 8.1: Plan for makeup

Theory Practical

1. Assessment of client and information gathering  Demonstration on collection of information of
from client clients
2. Contraindications  Study of contraindications

Learning Outcome 8.2: Make the preparations for makeup

Theory Practical

1. Types of makeup brushes  Identification of tools and materials used for
makeup
2. Equipment cleaning

Learning Outcome 8.3: Perform simple makeup services

Theory Practical

1. Makeup application sequence  Demonstration of application of foundation
2. Selection and application of correct makeup  Demonstration of application of concealer
products based on facial features and client’s
 Demonstration of application of eye shadow
needs
3. Types and purposes of various makeup
products – foundation, powder, blush, mascara,
eye shadows, eye liner, eyebrow pencil, lip
liner and lipstick/gloss, etc.

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Unit-9: Creating positive Impression at the Workplace

Learning Outcome 9.1: Demonstrate the knowledge of creating a positive impression at
the workplace

Theory Practical

1. Reception area and salon staffroom  Games for developing leadership qualities and
management effective communication skills
2. Creation of caring and comforting environment  Activities on working as a team member
3. Effective consultation techniques to identify  Demonstration and games on effective
treatment objectives communication
4. Effective communication techniques for dealing
with clients, especially over the telephone
5. Code of conduct and professional etiquettes
6. Working as an effective team member

Learning Outcome 9.2: Demonstrate professional etiquettes and personal grooming

Theory Practical

1. Personal grooming and hygiene  Demonstration of procedures and practices for
maintaining personal hygiene, use of personal
2. Uniform and work accessories – personal
protective equipment and maintaining good
protective equipment
health and posture using videos and
3. Maintaining good health and posture presentations.
4. Professional etiquettes

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PART II: INTERNAL ASSESSMENT (PRACTICAL) – 100 MARKS
Practical Work
• Practical Examination – 40 Marks
• Practical File – 10 Marks
• Viva Voce (based on Practical Examination/File) – 20 Marks
The Practical Work allows candidates to demonstrate that they have knowledge and understanding
of performing a task. This will include the hands-on Practical Examination and viva-voce. In
addition, candidates will be required to maintain a practical file of the work done throughout the
year.
Candidates will be required to perform any two practicals selected by the external examiner. The
two practicals selected by the external examiner will be from different units of the syllabus.
Project Work
• Report of Field Visit/Project – 10 Marks
• Student Portfolio – 10 Marks
• Viva Voce (based on Report of Field Visit/Student Portfolio/Project) – 10 Marks
Project Work aims at assessing the practical skills of candidates over a certain period of time. This
includes report of field visits, project undertaken, student portfolio along with viva-voce.
Candidates are required to have completed one project on a topic of their choice from any
topic/allied aspect covered in the syllabus. The project may include case study (example, study of
a local industry/business), survey, model making, poster making/creation of audio-visual aids,
interview of an entrepreneur from the local industry, etc.
Candidates should maintain record of the field visits undertaken during the year. This should
include subject-specific information obtained from the experts/observations made during the field
visits.
The student portfolio is a compilation of work done by the candidate throughout the year, and may
include reports, articles, photos of products prepared by the candidate in relation to the unit of
competency.
EVALUATION
The practical and project work is to be evaluated by the subject teacher and by an External
Examiner. The External Examiner shall be nominated by the Head of the school and may be a
teacher from the faculty, but not teaching the subject in the relevant section/class.
The Internal Examiner and the External Examiner will assess the candidate’s work independently.

Award of Marks (100 Marks)

Subject Teacher (Internal Examiner) 50 marks

External Examiner 50 marks

The total marks obtained out of 100 are to be sent to the CISCE by the Head of the school.
The Head of the school will be responsible for the online entry of marks on the CISCE’s CAREERS
portal by the due date.

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Teaching-learning Activities
For effective transaction of the subject content a combination of classroom activities, practical work
and field visits/educational tours are to be used by the teacher.
Special emphasis should be laid on occupational safety, health and hygiene while conducting the
teaching-learning activities.
Classroom Activities
Classroom activities, including, interactive lecture sessions followed by discussions, should be
conducted by the subject teachers, using a variety of instructional or teaching aids such as, audio-
video materials, colour slides, charts, diagrams, models, exhibits, hand-outs, online teaching
materials, etc.
Practical Work
Practical work may include but not be limited to hands-on training, simulated training, role play,
case-based studies, exercises, etc. Equipment and supplies should be provided to enhance hands-on
learning experience of students. Only trained personnel should teach specialized techniques.
Field Visits/Educational Tours
Students should be taken for field visits to give them an opportunity to interact with experts and to
expose them to the various tools, equipment, materials, procedures, and operations in the
workplace. During field visits, students should obtain subject-specific information from the experts
or make a record of the activities observed.
A checklist of observations to be made by the students during the field visits should be developed
by the teachers for systematic collection of information by the students on various aspects.
For example, visit a salon and observe the following: location, ambience, facial room,
manicure/pedicure room, work area, hygiene, etc.
During the visit, students should obtain the following information from the owner or the supervisor
of the salon:
• Area under the salon and its layout
• Types of equipment and materials used
• Location, environment, convenience
• Sale procedure
• Accounts maintenance
• Workforce engaged
• Total expenditure of the salon
• Total annual income
• Profit/loss (annual)
• Any other information
In a year, at least 3 field visits/educational tours should be organised for the students, to expose
them to the activities in the workplace. Schools may identify different opportunities for field visits
within a short distance from the school and make necessary arrangements for the same.

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List of Equipment and Materials
The list given below is suggestive. An exhaustive list should be prepared by the teacher. Only basic
tools, equipment and accessories should be procured by the school so that the routine tasks can be
performed by the students regularly for practice and acquiring adequate practical experience.

S. No. Equipment required S. No. Equipment required
1. All-in-one eyelash brush/comb 22. Dustbin
2. All-purpose comb 23. Electric curler
3. Applicator brush 24. Exfoliation machine
4. Armchair 25. Eyebrow pencil sharpener
5. Barber brush 26. Facial bed
6. Bath comb 27. Facial steamer
7. Blackhead remover 28. Facial scraper
8. Bleach brush 29. Foot spa
9. Body massage bed 30. Frosting cap
10. Bowls 31. Galvanic machine
Brushing machine 10 in 1 32. Garbage bins/bags
(vacuum, high frequency galvanic, 33.
11. Hairbrush
wood lamp,
magnifying glass, steamer) 34. Hair clip set
12. Complete makeup brush set 35. Hair connector
13. Computer with internet 36. Hair cutting comb
14. Crimpers 37. Hairdresser chair/stool
15. Curling iron 38. Hair dryer
16. Curling rods (small, medium, 39. Hair pin boxes
large)
40. Hair steamer
Cuticle knife, buffers, pedicure
rasp (hard skin removal), nail 41. Hand mirrors
17. scissors, clippers, 42. Highchair
hard skin remover, nipper (for
pedicure) 43. Hydraulic chair x 5
18. Cutting scissors 44. Infrared lamp
19. Cutting sheets 45. Invisible pin box
20. Decorative pin boxes 46. Jumbo roller set
21. Double wax heater 47. Ladies/kids cut catalogues

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S. No. Equipment required S. No. Equipment required
48. Large size rollers 70. Razor with blades
49. Large stools 71. Roller brush set 5 in 1
50. Large tooth comb 72. Roller pins
51. Magazines/books with racks 73. Shampoo bowl set
52. Magnifying glass 74. Shampoo unit
53. Makeup catalogues 75. Shower cap
54. Makeup palate 76. Small scissors
55. Manicure set 77. Small size hair roller wires
56. Manicure table 78. Small stools
57. Makers set (as required) 79. Spatula
58. Measuring cup sets 80. Spray bottle
59. Measuring glass sets 81. Steriliser
60. Measuring spoon sets 82. Stone therapy set
61. Medium size rollers 83. Straightening iron
62. Mixing bowl set 84. Tail comb
63. Modular mirrors 85. Thinning scissors
64. Mop 86. Timer
65. Needle for striking 87. Tinting brush with comb
66. Paraffin heater 88. Tweezer
67. Pedicure set 89. Whiteboard
68. Perming cap 90. Wide toothed comb
69. Pin curl clips boxes 91. Working and facial trolleys

Teacher Qualifications
The suggestive qualifications and minimum competencies for the subject teacher are as follows:
• Diploma in Cosmetology/Beauty Therapy/Beauty Culture from a recognised institution.
• The candidate should have a minimum of 1 year of work experience in the same job role or
teaching experience in the relevant field
• Effective communication skills (oral and written)
• Basic computing skills.

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