New Zealand Certificate in Makeup and Skin Care (Introduction) (Level 3)

Beauty & Personal Care

A course by

Toi Ohomai

Gain foundational skills and technical know-how in skin assessment and makeup application, along with professional business and customer service competencies for a career in the beauty industry.

NZ$3,490

inc GST

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NZQA Level 3 Certification (60 Credits)

Study Level

Entry

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In-person study

Face-to-face learning in a physical classroom setting

It will take a total of 17 weeks

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Makeup Application Skills

Ability to apply a range of makeup looks from day and evening to red carpet and runway glamour.

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Client Skin Assessment

Skills to assess a client's skin for appropriate makeup and skincare treatments.

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Industry and Product Knowledge

Understanding of makeup and skincare products used in the beauty industry.

What You're Signing Up For

This course prepares students for careers as makeup artists by teaching techniques to assess clients' skin and apply various makeup looks suitable for different occasions, including day, evening, and runway styles. It also develops professional business skills such as customer service, communication, retail sales, promotion, and personal presentation tailored for the beauty industry. Graduates are equipped to work as freelance makeup artists or in various beauty and cosmetic environments like fashion shows, film, television productions, weddings, and retail counters.

Course Content

  • Professional Practice
  • Skin Care Practice
  • Makeup Practice
  • Cosmetic Counter Sales and Service

Learning Outcomes

Makeup Application Skills

Ability to apply a range of makeup looks from day and evening to red carpet and runway glamour.

Client Skin Assessment

Skills to assess a client's skin for appropriate makeup and skincare treatments.

Industry and Product Knowledge

Understanding of makeup and skincare products used in the beauty industry.