Makeup Artistry with Hairdressing – Level 1 Diploma

Level: 1 | Duration: 1 Year | Start Date: September

What is this course about?
This course introduces you to the dynamic and creative world of makeup artistry and will develop your skills and techniques in all areas of makeup. This course will take you from natural day makeups to fashion, catwalk designs. The element of hairdressing you will learn, will ensure you can develop as an all-round makeup artist, which is required by the industry.

Why choose this course?

• The experienced Media Makeup and Hairdressing tutors have worked internationally within the film and TV industry
• Winners in the World UK skills competition in fashion & creative makeup.
• 100% pass rates Media Makeup and Hairdressing
• Excellent employment opportunities
• Industry makeup workshops with leading industry makeup artists and cosmetic houses.

Entry Requirements:
A minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 9 – 2 including English Language and Maths. Makeup artistry is a personal service, people skills are also important.

What will this course lead on to?
Progression on to Level 2 Diploma in Media Makeup or a career as an makeup assistant within a salon or makeup counter.

What will I learn on this course?
Within this course you will learn – Skincare preparation, natural glow makeup, contouring and highlighting, brow enhancement, day and evening makeup, introduction to catwalk makeup and special effects makeup. You will develop a variety of hairdressing techniques to complement your fashion makeup looks. You will have the opportunity to take part in a fashion shoot. As part of this course, you will also be required to work on English and Maths (if in age group 16-18) and complete an industry placement as this will increase your job opportunities or progression on to higher education.

Enrichment Opportunities:
A wide range of enrichment activities are available to you including: Duke of Edinburgh Award, Driving Test Theory, Workshops from major product manufacturers, Trips and visits to competition events, hair & beauty fairs, Beauty & hairdressing sessions, Trips & work placements within the media industry.

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed by ongoing assessments throughout the programme, tests may be required to complete units and check knowledge. You will have to complete projects and produce a portfolio of your work.

Are there any costs associated with this course?
You will require a uniform and kit, the Centre of Excellence in Beauty, Hair, Media Makeup and Nails aims to provide all school leavers with a tunic and basic kit when you start your course. You will receive more information at your interview.  (This is subject to funding and will be confirmed at enrolment in August.)
You will also be required to wear full-length black trousers and black coloured shoes (eg. ballet pumps). You will also provide files etc for your coursework and photographic evidence is required for practical assessments.

Facilities:
At the Centre of Excellence for Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy we have refurbished contemporary facilities, including three hairdressing salons, two beauty salons, two media make up studios and a nail salon. This provides students with the opportunity to run their own salons and showcase their skills to the public.