How long does it take to become a Somatologist?

Training given during the three-year and four year (ECP) programme leads to a National Diploma and one-year B Tech Somatology respectively. The programme is divided into theoretical and practical components.

What does a Somatologist do?

A Somatologist is a person who is interested in assisting others in improving their general wellness and aesthetic appearance through information and practice of healthy life style habits, product use and clinic treatments.

How do I become a Somatologist in South Africa?

Institutions Offering Diploma in Somatology -Minimum mark of 50% on Standard Grade or 40% on Higher Grade in Physical Science or Biology or Physiology is required. Mathematics is recommended. -Minimum mark of 50% on Standard Grade or 40% on Higher Grade in Physical Science or Biology or Physiology is required.

What are the requirements for Somatology?

A National Senior Certificate with a bachelor’s degree or a diploma endorsement, or an relevant qualification, with an achievement level of at least 3 for English (home language or first additional language) and 3 for Mathematics or 4 for Mathematical Literacy and 3 for Life Sciences or 3 for Physical Sciences.

What level is Somatology?

The Department of Wellness Sciences (Somatology) at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology offers internationally recognised qualifications; namely a Diploma in Somatology (NQF level 7) and a BTech in Somatology.

What field is Somatology?

Somatology is the science concerned with the study of the body and properties of the human body, and is subdivided into anatomy and physiology. Somatologists incorporate reflexological massages, diets, slimming treatments, electrolysis, aromatherapy, and electronic massages in the treatment of their clients.

Why is Somatology important?

Somatologists treat and prevent disorders involving the skin and body and are concerned with the overall health and well-being of their clients.

What is the difference between Somatologist and beauty therapist?

Health & Beauty Therapists work as beauticians, body therapists and also advise clients on health matters, particularly relating to skin. Somatology is the science concerned with the study of the body and properties of the human body, and is subdivided into anatomy and physiology.

What is a diploma in Somatology?

Diploma: (diploma) The Diploma in Somatology programme is aimed to equip graduates with the required knowledge and skills to provide basic and advanced skin and body care treatments that will enhance and maintain aesthetics and well-being aspects of clients.

Does Cput offer Somatology?

The Department of Wellness Sciences at the Cape Peninsula University of Technology offers two qualifications, namely a Diploma in Somatology and an Advanced Diploma in Somatology. The previous qualifications, namely the National Diploma in Somatology (since 2018) and the BTech in Somatology being phased out (in 2021).

Where can a Somatologist work?

Somatologists are employed by beauty salons, cosmetic companies, electrolysis clinics, gymnasiums, health hydro’s and spas. Somatologists can start their own businesses. The profession is currently striving and working for professional recognition.

Is there a degree in Somatology?

The National Diploma in Somatology has been replaced with the Diploma in Somatology as of 2018, and the BTech degree is currently being phased out in 2019, to be replaced with the Advanced Diploma in Somatology starting in 2021.

Why study Somatology at Centurion Academy?

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. The Somatology Programme Is Ideal For…

What is a somatology diploma?

The career-oriented somatology diploma courses, as taught at Isa Carstens Academy, are more focussed on the latter of the two anthropology definitions, as stated above. A somatologist takes a threefold approach to holistic treatments and therapies that are designed to treat the human body in its entirety – mind, body, and spirit.

What is modern somatology?

Modern somatology is a complex and extensive scientific field of study with some aspects of its roots in ancient wisdom, cultures, and health or beauty practices.

What does a somatologist do?

A somatologist takes a threefold approach to holistic treatments and therapies that are designed to treat the human body in its entirety – mind, body, and spirit.