Make-up Specialist Level 2

NVQ

In Birmingham

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    NVQ Level 2

  • Location

    Birmingham

  • Duration

    1 Year

Want to take the first step towards a career in make-up? Our Level 2 Make-up Specialist college course provides you with an introduction to the cosmetics and make-up industry, giving you a blend of essential knowledge and practical skills to help forge your way towards your dream job.

This make-up course requires no prior knowledge or experience – only a passion for make-up, face painting and the creative application of products. Training in our well-equipped salons at University College Birmingham, you will benefit from hands-on, practical experience under the guidance of experts. To give you a thorough understanding of the industry, you will learn about areas ranging from make-up application to the art of photographic make-up and client care.

You will also have the opportunity to take on a variety of free additional qualifications in areas such as hairdressing and tanning, as well as boosting your CV with valuable experience by going on a work placement. Whether you aspire to become a cosmetics specialist or freelance make-up artist, completing this course will provide you with an excellent platform for further study and work in this exciting creative sector.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
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Summer Row, B3 1JB

Start date

On request

About this course

Career opportunities
On completion of the Level 2, you could progress onto our Make-up Artistry Level 3 course, or you could pursue a range of employment opportunities within the industry.
Make-up artist

Ideally, you will require a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade 3 (grade D) or above.
School applicants will be required to provide a good school report, which must include attendance.
If you do not have a grade 4 (grade C) or above in English and maths and you are under 19, you will be required to complete an assessment so we can ensure you receive appropriate support. Applicants over 19 are not required to complete maths and English.
You should be committed, enthusiastic and have a desire to succeed in the make-up and beauty industry.

Why choose this college course?
BOOST YOUR SKILLS – Develop practical skills from make-up application to spray tanning, eyelash and brow treatments or bridal hair, as well as client care and other essentials
WORK PLACEMENT – From salons and spas to theatre and schools, take on a range of work placement opportunities to put your skills into practice in the real world
ENRICHMENT – Boost your CV with a range of additional qualifications alongside your main Level 2 course

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2018

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Subjects

  • Retail
  • Market
  • English
  • Maths
  • Art
  • Industry
  • Full Time
  • Beauty
  • Nail Art
  • Communication Training
  • Polish
  • Design
  • Tanning

Course programme

Topics you will study

  • Applying Make-up
  • Instruction on Make-up Application Including Cleansing
  • Eyelash and Brow Treatments
  • Spray Tanning
  • The Art of Dressing Hair (with Bridal Techniques)
  • The Art of Photographic Make-up
  • LED Gel Polish
  • Create an Image Based on a Theme
  • Displaying Stock and Promoting Sales
  • Client Care and Communication in Beauty-Related Industries
  • Health and Safety in the Salon

Teaching and assessment

There are practical assessments and some written assessment papers in addition to training in a realistic working environment.

Our teaching and assessment is underpinned by our Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategy 2015-2020.

Make-up Specialist Level 2

Price on request