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NERDC SS1 Beauty and Cosmetology Curriculum

The Nigerian Educational Research and Development Council’s curriculum for Beauty and Cosmetology in SS1, reproduced in full with its own headings, numbering and tables. Search it, open any topic from the contents, or print it.

Examination body
NERDC
Edition
{"label":"New Revised Senior Secondary School Curriculum, October 2025"}
Topics
15
Source pages
1
1.explain the concept of beauty;
2.differentiate amongst, cosmetology, cosmetics, cosmetologist and cosmetician;
3.describe the history of Cosmetology
4.identify the different aspects of cosmetology;
5.enumerate aspects of cosmetology.
1.state ways of caring for the feet and hand;
2.state reasons for wearing good shoes;
3.practice the complete massaging of feet and toes;
4.list nail diseases and nail disorders;
5.explain how nail disorders may be treated;
6.state the advantages of regular washing of hands.
1.identify some scalp problems;
2.identify and differentiate different scalp treatment;
3.list tools and materials for scalp treatment;
4.carry out practical scalp treatment on a on a volunteer;
5.mention tips on the prevention of scalp problems.
1.list the classes of food;
2.state the importance of balanced diet to beauty;
3.importance of balance diet on skin, hair, nails, eyes, etc.
1.identify, professional and desirable ethics in beauty and cosmetology;
2.demonstrate qualities of a good cosmetologist.
1.define the term bacteriology in relation to cosmetology;
2.identify types of bacteria;
3.describe bacterial infections and their preventions;
4.explain the term safety in beauty and cosmetology;
5.identify professional/ client safety measures in beauty and cosmetology.
1.explain the term personal hygiene
2.identify personal hygiene materials;
3.identify the rules of personal hygiene and cleanliness;
4.demonstrate personal hygiene.
1.explain the meaning of entrepreneurship, intrapreneur and entrepreneur;
2.discuss the benefits of entrepreneurship;
3.differentiate between intrapreneur and entrepreneur;
4.identify the challenges of entrepreneurship practices in Nigeria.
1.explain the meaning and origin of money;
2.discuss the uses of money;
3.state the importance and methods of saving money.
4.describe the sources of funding for cosmetology start- up;
5.create a savings card;
6.show how to carefully record savings.
1.explain the meaning of ethics in life and business;
2.identify the desirable ethics in life and business;
3.explain the benefits of practicing ethics in life and business.
1.describe the qualities of a good business opportunity;
2.access and rank business opportunities.
1.explain the meanings of business ideas, business opportunities and gainful activities in beauty and cosmetology;
2.identify sources of business ideas, opportunities and gainful activities in beauty and cosmetology
1.state the meaning of cosmetology business start-up;
2.discuss various industry entry requirements for cosmetology start- up;
3.explain the benefits of starting an enterprise;
4.identify cosmetology goods and services;
5.identify resources / tools for cosmetology start-up.
1.state the meaning of market and marketing;
2.explain the basic characteristics of markets;
3.discuss the importance of marketing;
4.identify factors that determine the choice of target markets;
5.explain marketing strategies;
6.identify different means of marketing.

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