Qatar International Beauty Academy (QIBA) Tajmeel was founded by Nama Qatar’s Social Development Center in 2009 to provide professional beauty training courses for women in Qatar.
Based in Doha, it is the country’s first and only licensed beauty academy. It offers a range of courses in beauty therapy, body treatments, hair styling, makeup artistry and nail care. Course offerings are designed to meet the needs of everyone – the beauty enthusiast, and both the aspiring and seasoned beauty professional.
Tajmeel Courses and Programmes
A variety of personal grooming and non-vocational short courses are also offered at Tajmeel, available for day and evening schedules. In these courses, students learn basic hairstyling, skincare and makeup application skills. They learn about tools and products that suit them best too. Personal grooming short courses and workshops can last for one day and up to twelve weeks.
Tajmeel in-house and internationally-accredited programmes equip students with the skills and knowledge to become fully licensed professionals in their fields of interest. Advanced education courses are also available for professionals who want to stay ahead in their career.
Tajmeel offers courses accredited by international professional beauty associations: CIDESCO, City & Guilds and ITEC. These professional courses last for several months to two full academic years.
Tajmeel students also enjoy exposure to an array of different hair and makeup styles. The unique cultural mix of students and instructors enriches the learning experience and covers Eastern and Western aesthetics.
There are also exclusive courses designed for those who wish to learn more about Arabian inspired makeup, including the local Khaleeji style. Students have the option to apply for a CIBTAC Professional Endorsed qualification created in Doha by Tajmeel.
Hands-on learning is ensured in fully-equipped treatment rooms. Class sessions include elaborate demonstrations and allow ample time for student practice and instructor feedback. During the weekly Salon Days, Tajmeel students perform a wide range of beauty and hair services for paying clients. Work experience is also provided through the academy’s strong alliance within the local community theatre, film industry and fashion scene.
The CIDESCO Diploma is an elite certification in beauty therapy recognised around the world. Students are required to complete a minimum of 600 hours real commercial salon experience, with several of Doha’s five-star SPA – Salon facilities providing invaluable internship programmes. By the time students graduate from the academy, they would have earned enough experience for an impressive portfolio!
Tajmeel Academy is now celebrating 11 years of achievements. Since 2009, over 7000 women have benefited from the academy. It also delivers collaborative community programmes for Shafallah, Barzan Center, Al Reyada and Doha Girls, to name a few.
For more information about Qatar International Beauty Academy (QIBA) Tajmeel and its programmes, visit qatarinternationalbeautyacademy.com.