Looking for professional hairdressing and beauty therapy courses in Nairobi? At Global Technical College, our School of Hairdressing blends creativity, technical expertise, and industry experience to prepare you for a successful career in beauty and hairstyling. We go beyond basic training — giving you the skills, confidence, and business know-how to work in top salons, launch your own brand, or even lead trends in the beauty industry.
Here, learning happens in fully equipped training salons, where you’ll work with real clients and learn from experienced professionals who have excelled in the field. From mastering salon hygiene to advanced cutting, colouring, and styling techniques, you’ll graduate ready for the demands of the modern beauty world.

Our programs combine hands-on practice, solid theory, and professional development:

Mandatory Units

  • Salon Hygiene, Health, and Safety
  • Consultation and Client Care
  • Anatomy and Physiology for Hairdressing and Barbering

Optional Hairdressing Skills (Choose at least 3)

  • Shampooing and Conditioning Hair
  • Braiding, Twisting, and Thread Wrapping Hair
  • Hair Styling and Finishing
  • Barbering
  • Hair Colouring
  • Hair Cutting

Optional Professionalism Skills (Choose at least 2)

  • Working in the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry
  • Salon Professionalism
  • Salon Teamwork
  • Salon Reception Duties
  • Salon Merchandising and Sales Promotion

 

ICM Qualification Objectives

Our qualifications are designed to:

  • Equip you with the technical and creative skills needed in the hairdressing and beauty therapy industry.
  • Blend subject knowledge with practical, real-world training.
  • Prepare you for advanced studies like Level 3 vocational programs.
  • Develop personal and professional attributes employers demand.

 

Courses Offered

Course Duration (Months) Exam Body
Certificate in Hairdressing 2 NITA
Certificate in Beauty 2 NITA
Certificate in Cosmetology 2 NITA
Diploma in Hairdressing 4 NITA
Diploma in Beauty 4 NITA
Diploma in Cosmetology 6 NITA

Short Beauty Courses

  • Manicure, Pedicure & Nail Technology – 2 months
  • Artificial Dreadlocks – 2 months
  • Make-up and Hair Removal – 2 months
  • Barbering – 2 months
  • Henna Skills – 2 months

Eastleigh, 2nd Avenue, Section 1 Eastleigh, Nairobi – Kenya

+254799925625 info@globalcollege.ac.ke

Mon – Fri 9:00A.M. – 5:00P.M.

How to Apply

Start your journey at Global College in 3 simple steps.

01

Choose Your Program

Explore our courses and select the program that matches your career goals.

02

Submit Your Application

Complete the application form with your personal and academic details.

03

Start Your Learning Journey

Once approved, enroll and begin building the skills for your future career.

At Global Technical College, we believe in the power of practical education to transform lives. Since our founding, we’ve helped thousands of students gain real-world skills.

Ronald

Principal

Global College

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My journey at Global Technical College has been incredible. The expert-led courses equipped me with practical skills that immediately boosted my career prospects.

Abdul Zuber,

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