Certificate in Professional Make-up
Accreditation Code: BA-C-008
Advance your makeup artistry skills to professional level. Master advanced techniques, color theory, and specialized applications for various occasions and client needs.
Program Details
Duration
8 weeks
Level
Professional
Format
Creative Training with Practical Application
Prerequisites
- Certificate in Apply Makeup or equivalent
- Basic makeup application skills
- Understanding of color theory
- Artistic ability and creativity
Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:
- Master advanced makeup application techniques for various occasions
- Apply professional color theory and product selection
- Execute makeup for different lighting conditions and photography
- Perform corrective makeup and facial contouring
- Provide expert makeup consultations and client services
- Build professional makeup artistry portfolio
- Develop signature makeup styles and techniques
- Establish successful makeup artistry practice
Assessment Methods
- Advanced makeup application demonstrations
- Portfolio assessment with diverse makeup styles
- Client consultation and service evaluations
- Creative makeup challenges and time-based assessments
- Professional presentation and communication tests
Career Opportunities
This certification opens doors to various career paths:
- Professional Makeup Artist
- Bridal Makeup Specialist
- Editorial Makeup Artist
- Special Events Makeup Artist
- Makeup Counter Manager
- Freelance Makeup Artist
- Makeup Artist Educator
Program Overview
Duration: 8 weeks
Course Syllabus
Advanced Color Theory and Product Knowledge
1.5 weeks (30 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Master advanced color theory and color wheel applications
- Apply color correction and neutralization techniques professionally
- Understand undertones and their impact on makeup color selection
- Master product knowledge across professional makeup brands
- Apply seasonal color analysis and personal color consultation
- Understand makeup chemistry and product formulation basics
Professional Base Makeup and Contouring
2 weeks (40 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Master professional foundation matching and application techniques
- Execute advanced concealer and color correction applications
- Apply professional contouring and highlighting techniques
- Master face shape analysis and corrective makeup applications
- Execute airbrush makeup techniques and equipment operation
- Apply long-wearing and photography-ready base makeup methods
Advanced Eye Makeup Artistry
2.5 weeks (50 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Master advanced eyeshadow blending and color placement techniques
- Execute dramatic and creative eye makeup looks professionally
- Apply eye shape analysis and corrective eye makeup techniques
- Master false eyelash application and various lash enhancement methods
- Execute smoky eyes and advanced eye makeup styles
- Apply makeup for different eye colors and enhance natural features
Specialized Makeup Applications
1.5 weeks (30 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Execute bridal makeup and special occasion applications
- Apply makeup for photography and different lighting conditions
- Master mature skin makeup techniques and age-appropriate applications
- Execute men's grooming and makeup applications professionally
- Apply makeup for different cultural and ethnic considerations
- Master quick makeup changes and time-efficient applications
Professional Practice and Portfolio Development
0.5 weeks (10 hours)
Learning Outcomes:
- Develop comprehensive professional makeup portfolios
- Master client consultation and makeup service planning
- Apply professional makeup artistry business practices
- Understand makeup artistry pricing and service packages
- Apply marketing strategies for professional makeup artists
- Develop continuing education and skill advancement plans