How to Obtain Online & Offline Cosmetology Course Certificates

Cosmetology Certificates, Cosmetology Course -- August 02, 2023
Cosmetology is the study of beauty treatments as well as skincare. Cosmetology courses are divided into medical cosmetology (clinical cosmetology) or non-medical cosmetology (beautician). A non-medical cosmetologist is a beautician (working in a salon), who specialises in skin care, hair care and nail care. In contrast, a medical cosmetologist is a medical professional with a degree who manages skin ailments. While looking good at all times is the trend in today's era, this has increased the demand for cosmetology courses, leading to institutes like KAAM to train individuals and provide certification that opens many career options for doctors and beauticians in the private sector and the glamour world.

How is the Course different for Healthcare professionals and for Beauticians?

Kosmoderma Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (KAAM) offers a certification course for doctors in clinical cosmetology and for beauticians in non-medical cosmetology. The course is divided into basic and advanced levels and can range from days to months depending upon the choice of the course. The eligibility criteria to enrol for this course:
Clinical cosmetology
A medical degree from a recognised medical college (MBBS, BDS, MDS, BAMS, BHMS) or any other alternative medicine field.
Non-medical cosmetology
  • For a basic course - Students should have passed class 10th from a recognised school.
  • For advanced levels- Students should have completed the basic course
  • For diploma courses- Students should have completed 10+2 from a recognised board or school
  • For a postgraduate diploma- Students should have completed an advanced diploma from a recognised beauty institute.
Cosmetology is the study of beauty treatments as well as skincare. Cosmetology courses are divided into medical cosmetology (clinical cosmetology) or non-medical cosmetology (beautician. A non-medical cosmetologist is a beautician (working in a salon) who specialises in skin care, hair care and nail care. In contrast, a medical cosmetologist is a medical professional with a degree who treats cosmetic skin conditions.
If you are interested in pursuing admission into cosmetology courses - offline or online- there are many institutes where you can apply. Still, the best institute that helps students to learn practical aspects and become hands-on is Kosmoderma Academy of Aesthetic Medicine (KAAM).

How to Obtain Offline and Online Cosmetology Course Certificates?

The certificate in cosmetology can be obtained by getting admission into the course (both online and offline). The admission procedure for offline and online courses in cosmetology for medical and non-medical professionals is simple and easy.
For online course
  • The cosmetology institute’s board and admission criteria will determine the admission process.
  • You must go to the institute's official website ( for, eg. if you want to pursue an online cosmetology course from KAAM, you need to go to kosmoderma.academy) and scroll through the different cosmetology courses offered by the institute.
  • Browse the various cosmetology courses and select the course you want to apply to.
  • The course details, syllabus eligibility, duration, timings and fees will be displayed on the screen.
  • Once you know about the cosmetology course you want to apply to, click the application form.
  • You will be required to fill out the cosmetology course application form, upload all required documents, and click on apply.
  • You can submit the form and wait for the reply from the institute.
  • Suppose you meet the eligibility criteria and your documents are in order. In that case, you will relieve a confirmation mail of your acceptance of the application from the institute/ you may also receive a call from the admissions office of the institute.
  • You will be called for an online interview if your application meets the selection criteria. On clearing the interview, you will be asked to enrol for the course by paying the fees.
  • You will be then be asked to make the payment for starting the course from the institute. A link to the payment gateway will be provided in the mail.
  • You will be directed to the payment gateway for paying the fees for the course. Options for paying at one instance, in EMIs, or others will be displayed. Choose the payment option you are comfortable with.
  • You will also receive a call from the institute on confirmation of the receipt of the payment.
  • Once you have paid the fees, you will receive a welcome message and a mail from the institute with the details of joining and the course starting date and timings.
  • You will be asked to join on the date online when the course starts. On the joining day, you will be introduced to the teachers and other participants.
  • The course module will be shared with you and you will be asked to have full attendance.
  • There will be interaction time given after every online session with your teacher where you will be able to clear all your doubts.
  • You will be given assignments during the course and will be assessed on them.
  • Once the course syllabus is completed, you will be assessed by a test.
  • On clearing the examination, you will be provided an online certificate in cosmetology.
For offline course
  • You can either visit the institute to collect the application form or follow the online process for admission.
  • You will be called for an interview on the campus if your application meets the selection criteria. On clearing the interview, you will be asked to enrol for the course by paying the fees.
  • Once the fees is paid and your admission is confirmed, you will be required to be present physically for the class in the institute’s campus.
  • You will be asked to come in formal attire and be presentable.
  • On the first day, the course module will be discussed with you and you will be introduced to your teachers and peers.
  • This course is a combination of lectures and hand-on-training (each with 50% weightage) where medical professionals will understand the different procedures used for various skin conditions that will give the patient a more youthful appearance and also relieve the patient of the skin woes like acne, hyperpigmentation, etc.
  • You will be given assignments during the course and will be assessed on them.
  • On clearing the examination, you will be provided a certificate in cosmetology.

Why KAAM?

At KAAM, we take pride in maintaining the highest standard of discipline and behaviour, which helps the students to perform and excel in any organisation in the highly-competitive aesthetic and cosmetic industry. At KAAM, we ensure that students can have a great learning experience without burdening their pockets by offering EMI options for their fees. Taking up the courses at KAAM will aid the students in discovering seamless career opportunities, building entrepreneurial ventures and becoming signature personalities in the aesthetic industry. Contact us to know more.
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