Make-Up Artistry (Intermediate) - Level 2
Overview
This qualification is based on the national occupational standards for make-up artistry and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a make-up artist.
Throughout this qualification, you will develop your knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety.
You will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to plan for and provide make-up applications, hair preparation services, fashion and editorial make-up and face and body painting.
You will develop your abilities to ensure continuity services are adhered to for make-up application and hair services, whilst developing abilities to produce a total look for competition work.
In parallel, you will develop your communication and customer service skills, your awareness of environmental sustainability and your commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers.
Problem-solving, team working and research skills will be developed.
Please note - your timetable will include one late evening per week.
Start dates and fees
All hair and beauty courses require a mandatory kit and uniform.
| Start Date | Code | Annual Fee (Age) | Actions |
| 16-18 | over 19 |
| Sep 2025 | 4168A1191 | FREE | £500.00** E | Apply |
E You may be eligible for fee exemption depending on your circumstances. Please see our fees for adult learners page for more information.
What will I study?
- Health and safety and client care and communication
- Application of make-up
- Promoting products and service
- Photographic make-up
- Hair artistry
- Research and design projects.
Entry requirements
- GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 3-9
OR
- Successful completion of a relevant Level 1 course.
If you are not studying a traditional GCSE programme, we accept alternative qualifications like Functional Skills and vocational courses. If you are not planning on sitting GCSE exams, we can also support you with completing an English Language and Maths assessment. Please contact our admissions team for further details:
Applicants aged over 19
If you don't meet the listed entry requirements, you may still be accepted with relevant experience, a strong portfolio, and a commitment to the subject.
Study programmes - essential skills for employment
If you're a student between the ages of 16 and 18 (or 19 to 25 with an EHC Plan) we want to make sure you have the best possible chances of landing an awesome job once you finish college.
Students who haven't achieved a grade 4/C in GCSE maths or English to continue studying these subjects while you're here with us. By doing so, you'll be building a strong foundation of skills that will significantly boost your employability in the future.
Think of it as a chance to supercharge your knowledge and abilities. You'll be equipped with the tools necessary to tackle the world beyond college with confidence. Plus, we'll be right here to support you every step of the way.
In addition, to help you gain essential skills for employment, all students aged 19 and under and studying a full-time course with us will take part in our study programmes.
How long is the course?
One year.
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed via a mix of internally-marked practical assessments, written assignments and externally marked exams.
As part of the qualification you will be required to build a portfolio of evidence.
What can I progress onto?
Career opportunities