Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair & Media Make-Up Diploma
Cornwall College Camborne - 12 September 2023
Level 3 Levels Explained
1 Year
Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy Find out more
Full-time
Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair & Media Make-Up Diploma
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This course is aimed at those who already have experience within the make-up industry and would like to develop their skills as a Professional Make-up Artist for Film, Theatre and TV. It has been specifically designed to develop practical skills to an advanced level through a variety of techniques.
You will be shown will how to apply and master specialist make-up techniques and work with artificial hair for a broad range of creative and dynamic industries.
You will cover every aspect of advanced make-up techniques for film, television and stage alongside other media purposes. This comprehensive course covers basic hairdressing, media make-up, wigs and postiche, character make-up, prosthetics and special effects.
The course is for one year, approximately 3 days a week.
Cornwall College Camborne - 12 September 2023
Level 3 Levels Explained
1 Year
Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy Find out more
Full-time
What you will learn
Students on this course also get to develop their work based skills; recognising the importance of professional practice. At this advanced level you will cover the units:
Apply Make-up
Provide Lash & Brow Treatments
Apply airbrush make-up to the face
Camouflage make-up
Fashion & Photographic Make-up
Media make-up
Style and fit postiche
Apply prosthetic pieces and bald caps
Design and apply face and body art
Style and dress hair using a variety of techniques
Creative fantasy hair design for performers
Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
Client care and communication in the specialist make-up related industry
You will also be expected to take part in competition work, demonstrations from visiting guest speakers and work experience.
Our tutors are industry professionals and they will demonstrate the practical techniques as well as best practice so that you can be sure that you are equipped with the skills and know-how to perform these services independently.
Entry requirements
You will need a Level 2 hair & media make-up qualification and a real interest in the make-up industry. You should be enthusiastic to learn a variety of advanced practical skills and the associated knowledge, which will develop your employment opportunities within the make-up industry.
As with all media make-up professions, you will need to create the right impression with your clients and must therefore be professional, courteous and discreet. Excellent communication skills are essential.
This is an intensive, knowledge-based course and we do look for enthusiasm and motivation to succeed on the course.
Work experience
You are expected to find an external industrial work placement while on the course. This will help you gain valuable work experience to help you develop a career in this exciting industry.
Assessment
You will be assessed whilst providing treatments in the salons/studio. You will be required to provide models for some of these assessments. Assignments, written papers and online tests will also be used to test theoretical knowledge and understanding.
Progression
Afterwards, you may wish to progress on to the salon management qualification or use your new qualification to gain employment in industry. Career possibilities include employment in the media make-up and hairdressing industries with opportunities for self-employment. Examples could include working in theatre, TV or film (although more experience at higher Levels are beneficial for film and television).
Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
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Apply Make-up
Provide Lash & Brow Treatments
Apply airbrush make-up to the face
Camouflage make-up
Fashion & Photographic Make-up
Media make-up
Style and fit postiche
Apply prosthetic pieces and bald caps
Design and apply face and body art
Style and dress hair using a variety of techniques
Creative fantasy hair design for performers
Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon
Client care and communication in the specialist make-up related industry
You will also be expected to take part in competition work, demonstrations from visiting guest speakers and work experience.
Our tutors are industry professionals and they will demonstrate the practical techniques as well as best practice so that you can be sure that you are equipped with the skills and know-how to perform these services independently.
As with all media make-up professions, you will need to create the right impression with your clients and must therefore be professional, courteous and discreet. Excellent communication skills are essential.
This is an intensive, knowledge-based course and we do look for enthusiasm and motivation to succeed on the course.
Cornwall College Camborne
Our Camborne campus has served as a vocational training hub for nearly a century. The iconic Tamar tower and the ‘big top’ that covers our construction and engineering provision, are landmarks known throughout the area. This legacy, combined with an exciting modernisation programme, has made Cornwall College Camborne the home of cutting edge facilities, dynamic learning experiences and fantastic student spaces. Open and modern learning areas, electric vehicle training labs, esports gaming facilities, chill out areas, an award-winning restaurant and plenty more besides, makes this the perfect place to have your #careercollege experience.
Visiting our Camborne campus? View our visitor information
Case studies
I was very nervous and excited to start college. I was living in Looe and nobody that I knew from my school was going to do the course that I was going to do, so yeah, I had first day jitters, but it was great. I made friends really quickly and like everyone says it goes really fast, so enjoy it. I loved my hairdressing course and getting really hands on. Before I started college I spent the summer in a salon, just as an assistant, soaking everything up and watching lots. I also practiced things on my friends and family, even if it was just blow drying. I have very curly hair so I really enjoyed trying new things out on my own hair too. There are so many options with hairdressing, it’s really limitless.
I loved working in the student clinic and learning to complete treatments and advise clients. The department was really well run and I always felt like I was a part of a group
I had developed an interest in holistic therapies and wanted a career change into that industry. The college have a great spa and beauty department and the tutor for reflexology is a wealth of knowledge. The mixture of theory and practical study kept the course interesting and engaging. This course completely changed my life, giving me a rewarding and fulfilling career as well as financial security.
I chose Cornwall College because it was familiar and I liked the practicality that they provide, from feeling and seeing the herbs as well as organs for anatomy and physiology the tutor brought into class. I also liked the clinic workshop as it gave me a chance to interact with the general public.
I find my work very rewarding and I'm keen to learn even more about reflexology. My tutor at the college was amazing and so knowledgeable and was able to teach the subject in an easy to understand manner. I found the practical aspect so interesting and really enjoyed learning about foot reading too
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Dates & Locations
- Course type 16-19 Adult
- Level - Level 3
- Location - Cornwall College Camborne
- Start Date - 12 September 2023
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Course Code 10011-CAM-23
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