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Make-Up Artist Level 3

TQ009

Do you have an interest in applying make-up? With this course, you can learn the skills and knowledge to become a make-up artist, from home!

Course Duration

Up to 1 year.

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certificate of Achievement in Make-Up Artist Level 3.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assignments.

£50 OFF!

Study Options

 
£439.00
or £13.26 /month*
Course code: TQ009

£50 off every course with code PUMPKIN

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Course overview

  • Understand that a facial is a procedure involving a variety of skin treatments. These can include exfoliation, extraction, creams, lotions, facial masks, peels, and massage.
  • Learn how to apply a deep cleanse and identify the best toning products and procedures.
  • Explain what mask therapy and facial massage are and how to undergo the procedures.
  • Learn about eyelash and eyebrow treatments and what works best.
  • Understand how to apply make-up professionally.
  • Learn how to create face and body art make-up.
  • Explore the different types of nail treatments and enamelling.
  • Study how to apply media make-up for people who work in theatre, fashion and photography.

Most make-up artists work freelance for different clients, making it a flexible and rewarding career. Just imagine this could be you!

The course will allow you to study when and where you want, at your own pace. All coursework can be submitted by either post or email making it easier and hassle-free.

All of the materials will be delivered to you, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors are always a click away by email, giving you advice and helping you through your course.

Course content

  • Facial treatments
  • Skin structure and skin analysis
  • Lip and eye make-up cleanse
  • Superficial/deep cleanse
  • Toning products and procedures
  • Exfoliation
  • Client record card and treatment plan
  • Contra-indications to treatment
  • Mask therapy
  • Facial massage

  • Eyelash and brow treatments
  • Skin test or patch test
  • Eyelash tinting and eyelash perming
  • Contra-indications
  • Eyebrow tinting and shaping
  • False eyelash application and strip lashes
  • Semi-permanent mascara

  • Make-up consultation
  • Record card and treatment plan
  • Product formulations
  • Labelling of ingredients
  • Mineral make-up
  • Product use and information
  • Client preparation
  • Make-up brushes and tools
  • Hygienic application of make-up
  • General points of good practice
  • Make-up application procedure
  • Bridal make-up
  • Consumer legislation

  • Face and body art make-up
  • Make-up colours
  • Artificial tanning
  • Airbrushing techniques
  • Nail treatments and enamelling
  • Nail art
  • Prosthetics
  • Make-up effects and tools
  • Media make-up (theatre/fashion/photographic)
  • Cosmetic camouflage

  • Blood and blood supply
  • The lymphatic system
  • The skeleton
  • Cells
  • Muscle tissue
  • The skin (dermis, epidermis)
  • Hair (follicles, structure, colour)
  • Nerve endings
  • Functions of the skin
  • Disorders of the skin

  • Hygiene and sterilisation
  • Infection
  • Salon management
  • Health and safety legislation
  • Equal opportunities
  • Communication and greeting clients
  • Appearance and attitude
  • Telephone manner and complaint handling
  • Insurance
  • Treatment of minors
  • Data protection
  • Teamwork and time management
  • Codes of conduct, ethics and practice
  • Employee appraisal

Extra Information

This course is assessed by a series of assignments. These assignments will then be sent and marked by your tutor. There is no external examination required for this course.

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. We suggest that the course will take approximately 120 hours to complete. This is more than enough time to give you flexibility and work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines.

The course is designed for study by distance learning at home or at work. You will receive your course materials through the post or online – whichever you decide! You will also receive full tutor support by email. So, help is only a click away!

At the end of this course, you will receive a Certificate of Achievement in Make-Up Artist Level 3. The course has been endorsed by TQUK and is not an accredited qualification.

Awarding Body

This course has been endorsed by TQUK, meaning Open Study College have undergone external quality checks to ensure that the organisation and the courses they offer are to a high standard. Regular reviews of our courses are carried out as part of the endorsement process.

The course depth and study has been benchmarked at level three against level descriptors published by Ofqual.

FAQs

No previous knowledge is necessary for this course.

  • Dedicated personal tutor support
  • Dedicated learner services
  • Assignment marking and feedback
  • FREE CV critique service
  • FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
  • FREE XO Student Discounts membership
  • *Comprehensive study guide
  • *Open Study College pen and highlighter
  • *Student notebook
  • *FREE make up kit including:
    • *Spatula
    • *Headband
    • *Make-up palette
    • *Lip brushes
    • *Mascara brushes
    • *Eyeliner brushes
    • *Applicators

* Not included with the online study option

No. Everything you need is included in the price!

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Learner Services Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you're 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our team of education specialists a call on 03300 563 100 and they'll do their best to help.

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