ITEC Certification Continuing Education Program

Study to Receive an International Diploma in Beauty, Cosmetology, or Nails

Travel the world and serve others with your beauty skills. This is possible with an ITEC certification. Crave Beauty Academy is the only beauty school in the area that is approved to offer ITEC testing. ITEC stands for International Therapy Examination Council, and it is an international certificate that allows graduates to work in the beauty industry in over 33 countries throughout the world. You can learn more about ITEC on their website.

ITEC testing is only offered at certain times, so please contact your nearest Crave campus to find out more about this continuing education opportunity.

Classes currently offered at our Wichita campus.

Next start dates:

June 1st
July 6th

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Our Program Curriculum Meets and Exceeds ITEC Standards

Crave Beauty Academy is the only ITEC-approved academy in our areas to provide graduates with the opportunity to receive an international certificate. ITEC is an international examination board that offers a variety of qualifications worldwide, and graduates who successfully pass the ITEC examination are certified to work in over 33 countries. The curriculum offered at our academies exceeds the ITEC standards and is designed to prepare students for the ITEC test. Passing the ITEC European examination will allow you to receive an international diploma in beauty, cosmetology, or nails.

ITEC qualifications are supported by the professional beauty and spa industry and are easily transferable nationally and internationally. The certification will allow for employment on cruise ships that travel internationally as well as employment in spas throughout Europe, Canada, and Australia.

See What Our Students Have To Say

“Loving my experience at Crave! The staff is so knowledgeable! I am learning a lot and the other students are great. Lots of team work and willingness to share ideas and thoughts! Glad I have chosen Crave!!”

-LINDSEY K.

LINDSEY K.

“Great school and great teachers! I love the support and resources that are available to me. I look forward to coming to school each day, and I definitely feel like I get the education/attention that I need for when I graduate… Very happy and thankful with my choice to come to crave beauty academy to continue on with getting my cosmetology license.”

-Lexi C.

Lexi C.

Frequently Asked Questions About ITEC Certification

What do I need to bring?

Bring notebook and pen. Models are required for practical testing date. E-portfolio requirements will be discussed at your first-class session on June 2 and required to be completed by your theory testing date.

Do I need to purchase textbooks for the courses?

Purchasing textbooks are optional. Textbooks can be purchased through Amazon, and UK bookstores, World of books and Awesome books. Textbooks are not required and can be purchased on your own.

The Art and Science of Beauty Therapy – Jane Foulston
The Art and Science of Beauty Therapy – 4th Edition – Jane Foulston
Beauty Therapy Fact File. 5th Edition – Susan Cressy
The City & Guilds Textbooks. Level 2 Diploma Hairdressing- Keryl Titmus

You can also choose to purchase Pivot Point LAB, an online learning platform, for an additional cost of $45. Please notify us and sign up for LAB prior to class sessions starting if you are interested in this option.

Who can take the ITEC Certification test?

Crave Beauty Academy students and alumni of our cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology programs can take the ITEC Certification exam.

Does Crave Beauty Academy prepare all students for ITEC Certification?

Our curriculum is designed to prepare our cosmetology, esthetics, and nail tech students to sit for the ITEC exam.

Why would someone want ITEC Certification?

You can use your ITEC certification to work in different areas throughout the world in salons, spas, and other qualifying beauty industry venues. This may be especially helpful if you love to travel, and you plan on working as you fulfill your traveling dreams.

How can I learn more about taking the ITEC exam?

Contact us, and we will answer your questions, let you know the next available time to take the test, and guide you through the steps to take advantage of this opportunity.

Find out what you need to know about ITEC certification

This program is part of our continuing education that is offered to Crave Beauty Academy students and alumni. Program start dates may be subject to change, and the program may not be offered consistently, so please contact your nearest Crave campus to learn more about enrollment and availability.

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