Cape Peninsula University of TechnologyCape Peninsula University of Technology

The course in Somatology is ideally suited to the dedicated and mature person who has an interest in health and skincare, and seeks to become a well-trained Somatologist. The course is comprehensive and exacting and only those who are really committed will experience the satisfaction of success through diligent study.

Type: Undergraduate diploma

Duration: full time 3 years

Compulsory Subjects

First Year Subjects:
  • Soma techniques
  • Biotics
  • Nutrition
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Science
  • Aesthetics
  • Communication skills
Second Year Subjects:
  • Soma techniques
  • Biotics
  • Nutrition
  • Anatomy and physiology
  • Science
  • Business Practice
  • Computer Skills
Third Year Subjects:
  • Soma techniques
  • Biotics
  • Nutrition
  • Business Practice
  • Applied biological sciences
  • Soma technique project
  • Socio-psychology

Careers: Somatologist, nutritionist, dietician, beauty therapist.

Source: www.cput.ac.za