Make up Artist - The Makeover Studio

Professional Make-up Certificate
Distance Learning Course

Fees: £675

Are you looking for a career change or have you ever wanted to train as a make-up artist and provide a professional make-up service for brides, models, photographers and special events?

Our distance learning course enables you to study at your own pace and in your own time, making it both convenient and flexible for those with family or work commitments that may prevent attending on a full time basis.

The Professional Make-up Certificate takes you beyond the standard founding principles of make-up practice, often referred to as Cosmetic Make-up application. This highly popular subject available as a home study course covers the core subjects required for professional certificate award along with extensive, up to date, practical information on day, evening, wedding, special event and photographic make-up.

With additional tips and advice written and produced by a dedicated and highly specialised teaching make-up artist this course is presented in a modular format along with a DVD of live tutorial demonstrations which gives a real insight into the world of the practicing make-up artist.

By the end of the course you will have studied a broad range of subjects which guide you through the principles and practice of professional make-up application along with valuable information relating to launching your career in the freelance world of make-up artistry.

Further Information

Syllabus outline
Health, Safety and Hygiene	Cosmetics	The role of the bridal and special event make-up artist
Related Anatomy and Physiology	Effects of lighting - part one	Application advice and design ideas
The Skin - Structure and function. Caring for the skin - characteristics, differences.	Day and Evening make-up	Colour Theory
Cleanse, tone and moisturise in theory and practice	Make-up to suit various skin and hair colouring	Effects of lighting – part 2
Working relationships	Corrective techniques	Getting it right for the camera
Contra-indications/actions	Strip and Individual lashes	Mood board interpretation
Make-up for all occasions	Lessons and demonstrations	Bridesmaids & mother of bride
Tools and equipment	Picture Perfect Bridal Make-up	Designing make-up for bespoke & alternative events
Preparing the client	Special Event Make-up	Introducing Photographic Make-up
Consultation and record keeping forms	A working guide for weddings and special events	Eye make-up design
Face shapes	Kit essentials	Portfolio presentation
Retailing	Business and Marketing
DVD – Live class demonstrations revealing tricks of the trade in a step by step guide to help you achieve both timeless and contemporary looks.

Study Support:	A personal tutor is available via email or telephone. Details in your course pack.
Duration:	Average 170 hours. To be completed within twelve months of registration. Individual study times vary, but you should allow approximately 3 hours per week.
Study Format:	Course issued in paper form.
Method of Assessment:	Students are required to submit assignments after each of the five modules. This allows you and your tutor to monitor your progress at every stage. A formal examination is not required.
Fees:	The course fee includes study materials, DVD, free ‘make-up basics’ starter pack and personal tutor support.

Frequently asked questions

Q. Do I need any previous experience?

No. The course is suitable for beginners, refreshers and those looking for a career change. You will need a good understanding of English language to carry you through your studies.

Q: Do I have to attend any classes?

A. The five compulsory modules are studied entirely by distance learning. This means at your own pace and in your own time. However, if you wish to practice professionally, vital practical training is required in order to be eligible for insurance. This insurance cover is essential in protecting the interests of both make-up artist and the public. We provide one day practical workshops at our training studio in Portsmouth in Hampshire (additional fee involved). Attendance to module six practical training is optional and depends whether you wish to practice in a professional capacity or to learn purely for personal use. Details in your course pack.

Q: Do I have to sit an exam?

A: No. Certificates are issued based upon your coursework and (optional) practical training.

Q. What does my coursework involve?

A. You will need to complete a variety of papers throughout your course culminating in a Training Portfolio of evidence. This will range from multiple choice questions, design projects, small paragraph answers, tables, charts and practical make-up case studies, allowing you to put your new learned skills into practice. Photographic evidence is required for your case studies. You will not be required to answer or carry out anything that you will not have covered during your studies. All necessary paperwork will be forwarded to you with each module.

Q. How is my work assessed?

A. By continual assessment. There are five modules to complete. Once you have completed a module, you will send the relevant papers to your personal tutor for marking. This will be returned to you with feedback allowing you to monitor your progress.

Q. What qualification options do I have?

A. There are two study route options available to you.

Certificate of Completion
This is awarded after successful study of the course (without practical training) which will involve you completing the five core training modules. This certifies the accomplishment of studying new skills and knowledge.

Professional Certificate of Achievement
The prestigious Makeover Studio Guild Accredited Certificate. This denotes career training to practitioner level, granting the recipient the right to use the designated letters MGBT (Member of the Guild of Beauty Therapists). This will require the successful completion of module six by attending a compulsory practical training day.

Your qualification will entitle you to full membership and insurance cover with the Beauty Guild, giving you the satisfaction of attaining personal success which will prove to be of considerable benefit should you wish to start your own practice or further your career. This level also carries 230 CPD points (Continuous Professional Development).

Q. Can you explain the course accreditation?

A. Our accreditation provides assurance that the Makeover Studio distance learning method has been thoroughly inspected by a professional awarding body to ensure that you receive the best training possible. We can also be found on the UKRLP (UK register of learning providers).

The Beauty Guild

The Makeover Studio School of Make-up is an accredited training provider of The Guild of Beauty Therapists, the UK’s largest professional beauty trade association with over 5,000 members, who are all fully qualified beauty and holistic therapists and who all work to a strict code of ethics. The Guild accredits all Makeover Studio courses and professional level graduates will be eligible for full Guild membership and insurance cover and are entitled to use the letters MGBT after their names.
Membership of the Guild shows clients that a therapist or make-up artist is a true professional and it also entitles members to a number of important privileges including a professional and business helpline giving advice and support, the use of the Guild logo on business stationery, and website links. Members receive a certificate, showing that the holder is a recognised member of a professional body. The Guild keeps members updated with the latest news on products, industry developments, legislation and training through the Guild Gazette, bi-monthly trade magazines and its website. Visit their Website: www.beautyguild.com

Q. How do I obtain my accredited certificate?

A. For an accredited and insurable certificate award (The Beauty Guild), you will need to complete module six. You are taught the necessary skills to perform competently and in a commercially acceptable time during a full day practical session at The Makeover Studio training room in Hampshire. The training fee is £160.00 which includes practical tuition, tools, equipment, products and cosmetics for general use and all necessary paperwork to complete the training day, including the prestigious Makeover Studio Guild Accredited Certificate CPD: 230. Details are in your course pack.

Q. How do I enrol on the course?

A. Please telephone or email the school office. A secure online payment can be made at any time by request or you may pay by cheque.

Q. When can I start?

A. You can enrol on this course at any time. Allow 14 days for delivery of your welcome pack and first module.

Q. Is there anything extra I need?

A. You will receive a free ‘make-up basics’ pack which will allow you to perform initial tasks. However, if you are completely new to the world of beauty you will need to purchase a make-up kit and brushes. These ‘tools of the trade’ are vital to your learning and future practice as a working make-up artist. Kits start from just £65.00. Details in your course pack.

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