COURSE SUMMARY
| Programme Code | CHSM |
| Awards | Certificate in Handmade Herbal Soap Making |
| Mode of Delivery | Lectures, Hands-on Practical Sessions, Assignments |
| Medium of Instruction | Sinhala, English |
| Date of Commencement | 27th of February, 2026 |
| Awarding Institution | NDH Lifestyle Campus |
| Programme Specification last updated | February, 2026 |
| Programme Director | Dr. Erandi Gunathilaka |
| ndhlifestylecampusnlc@gmail.com | |
| Phone Number | +94707079323 |
CONTENTS
- Course Overview and Aims
- Learning Objectives
- Programme Structure
- Course Material Provide
- Assessment & Certification
1. COURSE OVERVIEW
AND AIMS
The Certificate in Handmade Herbal Soap Making is a one-month professional training programme designed to provide learners with theoretical knowledge and hands-on practical skills in producing natural, herbal soaps using locally available Sri Lankan ingredients.
This programme emphasizes safe cold-process soap making, herbal formulations, essential oil blending, skin-type customization, and small-scale production techniques. It aims to empower participants to create high-quality natural soaps for personal use, wellness practice, or home-based entrepreneurship
2. LEARNING
OBJECTIVES
Upon successful completion of this programme, learners will be able to:
- Understand the science and safety principles of cold-process soap making.
- Identify and use herbal ingredients, oils, and natural colorants effectively.
- Formulate soaps suitable for different skin types.
- Blend essential oils for fragrance and therapeutic benefits.
- Produce, cure, and store handmade soaps professionally.
- Calculate costs, price products, and prepare soaps for small-scale selling.
3. COURSE
OUTLINE
This certificate programme includes classroom-based theory sessions, practical demonstrations, guided hands-on practice, and professional development components.
- Introduction to Handmade Soap Making
- History and benefits of handmade and herbal soaps
- Overview of soap-making methods with focus on cold-process
- Soap chemistry and saponification basics
- Tools, equipment, hygiene, and workspace setup
- Lye handling and safety procedures
- Oils, Herbs, and Natural Additives
- Properties and benefits of coconut oil, olive oil, and other base oils
- Sri Lankan herbal ingredients: turmeric, neem, gotu kola, sandalwood
- Herbal infusions and extracts
- Natural colorants: clays, spices, charcoal, coffee
- Common soap-making issues and troubleshooting
- Essential Oils & Skin-Type Customization
- Introduction to essential oils and aromatic profiles
- Therapeutic benefits of essential oils
- Essential oil blending techniques
- Soap formulations for dry, oily, sensitive, and acne-prone skin
- Aloe vera, coconut milk, and moisturizing techniques
- Layering, swirls, and texture designs
- Advanced Soap Making & Small Business Skills
- Activated charcoal and detox soap formulations
- Coffee and exfoliating soap techniques
- Soap curing, storage, and quality control
- Costing, pricing, and batch calculation
- Packaging, labeling, and branding basics
- Introduction to small-scale and home-based soap businesses
WHAT YOU WILL GAIN
- Hands-on experience in cold-process soap making from scratch
- Knowledge of herbal ingredients, essential oils, and natural additives
- Skills to create customized soaps for different skin types
- Confidence to start a small-scale soap business from home
- Certificate awarded upon successful completion
4. ASSESSMENT & CERTIFICATION
Practical Assessment - Assesses ability to prepare soap safely, formulate herbal recipes, and demonstrate techniques learned during training
Certificate Awarded upon successful completion of both written and practical assessments
5. MATERIALS
REQUIRED
- Soap-making tools and molds (provided during practical sessions)
- Oils, lye, herbs, and additives (provided during training)
- Protective gear for safety (provided during training)
- Notebook and pen
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