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OUR PASS RATE
Beauty & Well-being (National Average 58.2%)
89.3%
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Beauty Make-up Professional

Our Beauty Make-up Professional course will take you through the aspects of becoming a make-up consultant or therapist. Perfect makeup application, for yourself or a paying client.

  • Salon layout
  • Dress Code
  • Client Consultation and Preparation
  • Record Keeping
  • Body language
  • The skin
  • Contra-indications
  • Contra-actions
  • Skin types
  • Skin Analysis
  • Cleansing
  • Face shapes
  • Corrective make-up techniques
  • Tools of the trade
  • G.P Consent form
  • Effects of Lighting
  • Cosmetics
  • Application order
  • Tips
  • After care
  • Advertising your business.
  • Health, safety and security
  • For a more detailed syllabus on this course, click here

Modules

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

 

Entry Requirements

No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course.

Minimum age restriction

You must be aged 16 or older to enrol.

Average completion timeframe

The average time it takes our learners to complete the course is 6 months.

Assessment requirements

After each lesson, there will be a question paper to complete.

Placement or Practical required

There are no placements or practicals involved in this course.

Exams required

After each lesson there will be a question paper

Is Membership Required?

No membership is required to enrol the course.

Course Fees

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Beauty Make-up Professional.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

View a sample of the certificate (opens in new window)

learndirect is one of the largest integrated providers of courses and qualifications, training, and employment services in the UK

  • Each year around 6,000 businesses equip their staff for success with learndirect
  • learndirect have helped more than 75,000 businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to improve productivity.
  • Almost 700,000 maths and English test passes have been achieved with learndirect.
  • 300,000 people fulfilled their career ambitions last year with learndirect.
  • Over 250,000 apprentices have achieved with learndirect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Makeup artists use their creativity and knowledge of cosmetics to transform people for all sorts of occasions, from weddings and fashion shows to film and theatre. Our online Beauty Make-up Professional course equips you with the skills and techniques to launch your career in this exciting field, giving you the foundation to work in various professional makeup specialisms.
The demand for makeup artists in the UK is strong and shows signs of continued growth. The industry is expected to rise by over 10% in the next couple of years, driven by factors like increasing demand for beauty services, a growing influencer culture, and a wider acceptance of makeup for all genders. This means professional makeup artists will have ample opportunities to build successful careers.
There isn't a single path to becoming a professional makeup artist in the UK, but knowledge and experience are key. While not mandatory, studying a makeup course will give you the ideal foundation in makeup techniques, hygiene, and business practices. You can find these courses at universities, colleges, or private providers. This online Beauty Make-up Professional course provides a strong knowledge base to kickstart your journey. This comprehensive programme equips you with the essential skills and theoretical foundation to confidently enter the industry, preparing you for various professional makeup specialisations and setting you on the path to success.
In the UK, makeup artist salaries can vary depending on experience and specialisation. The average sits around £22,880 annually, but experienced artists can command upwards of £40,000. Freelance artists have the potential to earn even more by setting competitive rates, building a strong clientele, and diversifying their services like bridal makeup or special effects.
Yes, you can! Our make-up professional course is completely online, so you can learn everything from how to apply makeup step by step like a professional to what’s in a full professional makeup kit all from the comfort of home!
  • SALE Savings End Midnight Tuesday 15th September
  • SALE Savings End Midnight Tuesday 15th September

Beauty Make-up Professional

Our Beauty Make-up Professional course will take you through the aspects of becoming a make-up consultant or therapist. Perfect makeup application, for yourself or a paying client.

  • Salon layout
  • Dress Code
  • Client Consultation and Preparation
  • Record Keeping
  • Body language
  • The skin
  • Contra-indications
  • Contra-actions
  • Skin types
  • Skin Analysis
  • Cleansing
  • Face shapes
  • Corrective make-up techniques
  • Tools of the trade
  • G.P Consent form
  • Effects of Lighting
  • Cosmetics
  • Application order
  • Tips
  • After care
  • Advertising your business.
  • Health, safety and security
  • For a more detailed syllabus on this course, click here

Modules

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

 

Entry Requirements

No experience or previous qualifications are required for enrolment on this course.

Minimum age restriction

You must be aged 16 or older to enrol.

Average completion timeframe

The average time it takes our learners to complete the course is 6 months.

Assessment requirements

After each lesson, there will be a question paper to complete.

Placement or Practical required

There are no placements or practicals involved in this course.

Exams required

After each lesson there will be a question paper

Is Membership Required?

No membership is required to enrol the course.

Course Fees

All course fees, inclusive of all payment plans including our Premium Credit Limited option, must be settled before certification can be ordered.

*You will have access to the course for 24 months.

Qualifications

On successful completion of your course you will receive the learndirect Certificate of Completion of Training in Beauty Make-up Professional.

Your course certificate will also state the number of CPD points/hours the course is eligible for.

View a sample of the certificate (opens in new window)

learndirect is one of the largest integrated providers of courses and qualifications, training, and employment services in the UK

  • Each year around 6,000 businesses equip their staff for success with learndirect
  • learndirect have helped more than 75,000 businesses equip their employees with the skills needed to improve productivity.
  • Almost 700,000 maths and English test passes have been achieved with learndirect.
  • 300,000 people fulfilled their career ambitions last year with learndirect.
  • Over 250,000 apprentices have achieved with learndirect.

Frequently Asked Questions

Makeup artists use their creativity and knowledge of cosmetics to transform people for all sorts of occasions, from weddings and fashion shows to film and theatre. Our online Beauty Make-up Professional course equips you with the skills and techniques to launch your career in this exciting field, giving you the foundation to work in various professional makeup specialisms.
The demand for makeup artists in the UK is strong and shows signs of continued growth. The industry is expected to rise by over 10% in the next couple of years, driven by factors like increasing demand for beauty services, a growing influencer culture, and a wider acceptance of makeup for all genders. This means professional makeup artists will have ample opportunities to build successful careers.
There isn't a single path to becoming a professional makeup artist in the UK, but knowledge and experience are key. While not mandatory, studying a makeup course will give you the ideal foundation in makeup techniques, hygiene, and business practices. You can find these courses at universities, colleges, or private providers. This online Beauty Make-up Professional course provides a strong knowledge base to kickstart your journey. This comprehensive programme equips you with the essential skills and theoretical foundation to confidently enter the industry, preparing you for various professional makeup specialisations and setting you on the path to success.
In the UK, makeup artist salaries can vary depending on experience and specialisation. The average sits around £22,880 annually, but experienced artists can command upwards of £40,000. Freelance artists have the potential to earn even more by setting competitive rates, building a strong clientele, and diversifying their services like bridal makeup or special effects.
Yes, you can! Our make-up professional course is completely online, so you can learn everything from how to apply makeup step by step like a professional to what’s in a full professional makeup kit all from the comfort of home!
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