Special Effects Makeup

Course summary

You will gain skills and knowledge in media make-up including applying small ready-made prosthetic pieces and bald caps, postiche, theatrical make-up airbrushing, fashion and photographic make-up, creative style and dress hair, and face and body art. This qualification is approved and supported by HABIA, the standard-setting body for hair, beauty, nails, and spa qualifications. All 16-19-year-olds on full-time programs will be required to retake GCSE English and Maths or to undertake Functional Skills if they have not already attained the equivalent of a GCSE grade C in these subjects, every year of their course until they complete their studies. Those who have already achieved a Level 2 Hair and Media Makeup, Beauty Therapy, or Hairdressing qualification are looking to specialize in the industry or gain an additional qualification. Excellent facilities with an excellent level of tuition from highly qualified teaching staff. This award-winning course achieves high success rates with students going on to exciting careers within the makeup industry. Units: - Working in beauty-related industries - Health and safety working practices - Media make-up - Camouflage make-up - Prosthetic pieces and bald caps - Fashion and photographic make-up - Face and body art - Airbrush makeup on the face - Creative hairdressing - Style and fit postiche