Beauty and Make-Up Artistry (NQ) @ SCQF Level 5
Introduction
This is an exciting new full-time course designed for those wishing to work within the Beauty or Make-up industry. Offering a wide range of Cosmetic application techniques this course prepares the candidate for work in the world of make-up with added design flair for those wishing to enter the world of make-up artistry or beauty.
This course provides the qualifications you need to gain a junior role within the make-up industry, develop creative skills in the application of make-up and learn the basic skills in beauty therapy or to progress to advanced level of study.
Location:
Dumfries
Duration
Entry Requirements
You must be 16 years or over before the course start date.
Three National 4s (including English) or equivalent
If you don't have formal qualifications but have relevant life and/or work experience, your application will still be considered.
Information and Interview Session Requirements
This is a key aspect of the application process. You must confirm your attendance should you be offered an appointment.
During the information and interview session, we will ensure the entry requirements and your aspirations and career plan are appropriate for the course and the level of course you have applied for. It is therefore important that you prepare well for this.
Course Content
You will learn:
Fantasy Make-up
Beauty: Drawing and Colouring Design Skills
Facial Skin Care
Day Make-up and Basic Corrective Make-up
Bridal and Evening Make-up
Manicure
Nail Art
Portfolio Presentation
The units that you study may be subject to change.
Assessments
The course entails a variety of assessment methods including practical, closed book and portfolio building.
Progression
Make-up artistry (Level 7)
HNC Beauty Therapy
Progression onto another further education course
Employment in make-up counters, beauty salons or freelance make-up work
Self-employed.
Career Prospects
Employment in make-up counters, beauty salons or freelance make-up work
Self-employed.
Additional funding information
Selling Points
Make-up Artistry is a hugely exciting and diverse industry to work in. Professional make-up artists create and produce the latest make-up trends and hair styles within fashion, TV, film and theatre production.
If you’ve got passion, drive, creativity, a commitment to work hard, a high level of motivation and are a good team player who enjoys working with others, then make-up artistry is for you.