TRAINING Students must undergo a course of at least 45 hours of training including self study in practical and theoretical work in a registered IECAB School per module. Practical hours, either in class, salon and or home salon need to be completed and recorded before the exam. National Hours 100 International Hours 200 EXAMINATIONS On completion of the course, students take the IECAB Examination which consists of: A facial examination A body examination A nail examination A written examination PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE A portfolio of evidence is a structured collection of evidence that reflects your efforts, progress and achievement in a specific learning area, and demonstrates your competence. You will be required to complete a Portfolio of Evidence for Practical assessment purposes. A portfolio is a collection of different types of evidence relating to the work being assessed. It can include a variety of work samples. It is to be presented before you write your theory and practical exams. Please present your POE in a neat and clear manner, all work must be your own, no copy and paste is allowed, you can include photos, record cards and any information you would like assessed. It must also include a written paper on the specific subject of learning. For International a minimum of 2000 words For National a minimum of 1000 words CERTIFICATE The IECAB Certificate is awarded to students who have passed the IECAB examinations IECAB BEAUTY THERAPY MODULAR EXAMINATIONS FACIAL EXAMINATION Cleansing Skin analysis Eyelash and eyebrow tinting Eyebrow shaping Deep cleansing Facial massage Mask treatment Make-up, day, evening & bridal BODY EXAMINATION Body analysis Manual massage to show the five classical movements Depilation - waxing with hot/hard and strip wax Aromatherapy Slimming Reflexology foot massage NAIL EXAMINATION Nail technology Manicure & Pedicure Nail Art WRITTEN EXAMINATION Natural Science Anatomy and Physiology The Skin Cosmetic Science Aesthetic Treatments Business Studies DURING THE PRACTICAL EXAMINATIONS GREAT EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON: Professional expertise Hygiene Client care and interaction Personal presentation.