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Make-up Artistry - Level 2
Overview
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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.
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:
- 01623 413639
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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.
- Assessment
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.
- Progression
- Make-up Artistry - Level 3
- An apprenticeship
- Employment.
- Careers
- Qualifications gained
- Certificate in Cosmetic Make-Up and Beauty Consultancy
- Vocational Training Charitable Trust
- Additional costs
At West Notts College, our students benefit from excellent facilities and equipment across all campuses. However, some courses require students to purchase specific tools, equipment, or specialist clothing to fully participate in practical learning.
Visit our kit lists page to see what clothing and equipment you’ll need, and start preparing for your studies in September.
- Studying Hair and Beauty at WNC
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