Course Overview
If you feel like make-up is artistry for the face, you’re not alone – so do we! And we have the perfect course to unleash your creativity and fine tune your skills; the Certificate III in Make-Up course.
Led by our specialist make-up educator, Alarna Bell, this course takes you step-by-step through designing and applying everyday makeup looks, as well as specialised techniques including bridal, photography, creative makeup, airbrushing effects and camouflage make-up applications.
You’ll also learn basic hairstyling and eyelash extensions. We have also added social media and marketing skills to this course to create the complete package!
Upon successful completion of the course, you will have the opportunity to work as a qualified make-up artist. You could choose to seek work within a hairdressing or beauty salon, or choose to work for yourself as a freelance make-up and hair artist for weddings, special occasions, editorial work and TV or film; the possibilities are endless!
You will be gaining hands-on, real world experience in the industry of your dreams, with the opportunity to be earning money and taking the time to think about your next career move – because we know those decisions aren’t always easy.
One of those career moves could be studying a Diploma of Beauty Therapy. This course is designed to give you even more skills in the beauty industry so you can take your career and employment opportunities even further.
So, if you’re ready to take the first step into your brand-new career as a make-up artist and have the opportunity to work in exciting places around the world, we’re here to help you get to where you want to be.
Times
Tuesday, Thursdays and Fridays 9.00am - 4.00pmQualifications and Recognition
Upon successful completion of this course students will be eligible to receive the Certificate III in Make-Up.Career Opportunities
- Makeup Artist working within a beauty salon.
- Freelance Make-up Artist specialising in the Fashion Industry, Wedding Industry, Print and Digital Media Industry or Special Event make-up & Hair Styling.
Opportunities for Further Study
- SHB40121 Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy
- SHB50121 Diploma of Beauty Therapy
Further Information
Course and Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
Mandatory entry requirements
- 16 years of age.
Applicants are required to have an appropriate level of language, literacy and numeracy skills, which will be evaluated prior to course intake. Pre Training Review and interview will be required prior to enrolment.
Recommended entry requirements
- Learners with excellent people skills and a genuine interest in the Make-up and Beauty Industry.
Online requirement
Not Applicable
Fees
Course Cost
VET Student Loans
Not Applicable for this courseHelp with Fees
Specialist Course Information
Specialist Course Information
N/A
Placement
Not ApplicablePathway to Industry Licence
Not Applicable
Material and Equipment supplied by students
Not Applicable
Student Services
Support is available for students at every stage of the study journey. Please speak to any of our friendly reception or teaching staff.Recognition of Prior Learning
Many TAFE Gippsland courses offer Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL). Click to learn more about RPL and how it can benefit you.Course Structure
Sample course units
| SHBHDES003 Create finished hair designs |
| SHBHDES002 Braid hair |
| SHBBINF002 Maintain infection control standards |
| SHBBMUP008 Apply eyelash extensions |
| SHBBMUP009 Design and apply make-up |
| SHBBMUP010 Design and apply make-up for photography |
| SHBBMUP011 Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up |
| SHBBMUP012 Apply airbrushed make-up |
| SHBBMUP013 Design and apply creative make-up |
| SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information |
| SHBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients |
| SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment |
| SHBXPSM003 Promote a personal services business |
| SHBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices |
| SIRXOSM002 Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms |
Assessment
Assessment is competency based. A range of assessment methods will be used, including written tests, assignments, online quizzes, role play and practical demonstrations in the training salon