Make-up (Professional) Course

Course overview

This course takes an in-depth look at the structure of the face and skin, the types and conditions of the skin, cleansing routines, types of cosmetics and their application, make up for different occasions, the make-up of the cosmetics themselves, and situations in which certain products should not be used.

Case Studies

As part of your course you will be required to submit four case studies which will be assessed by your tutor. These will demonstrate your ability to put your studies into practice.

Syllabus

Unit One – The Skin/ Facial Imperfections, Conditions and Treatment
- Composition
- Factors Causing Damage to the Skin
- Functions of the Skin
- Facial Imperfections, Conditions and Treatment
Unit Two – Preparing to Work
- Setting up a Work Area
- Materials and Other Items
- Presenting Yourself Professionally
- The Consultation
- Contraindications to Make-up Application
Unit Three – Cleansing Routines
- Preparations for Make-up Application
- Cleansers
- Toners
- Moisturisers
- Exfoliants
- Method for Cleansing, Toning and Moisturising the Skin
Unit Four – Make-Up Products and their Application
- Base products
- Contouring Products
- Eye Make-up
- Lip Make-up
Unit Five – How to Shade and Contour the Face
- Face Shape and Structure
- Making Corrections
- Applying Contouring Colours
Unit Six – Application of Products for Eyes and Lips and Correcting Eye, Nose and Lip Shapes
- Eyeshadow Application
- Lipliner
- Lipstick
- Eyes
- Brows
- Nose
- Lips
Unit Seven – Make-Up to Suit the Occasion
- Choosing Foundation Shades and Types
- Choosing Lipsticks and Eyeshadows
- Daytime Make-up
- Evening Make-up
Unit Eight – Additional Notes and Tips
- Make-up for Glasses or Contact Lens Users
- Wedding Make-up
- Photo-Friendly Make-up
Unit Nine – Cosmetic Pharmacology
- Product Ingredients
- Some Chemicals Found in Cosmetics and their Functions
Unit Ten – Professional Background Knowledge
- Professional Ethics
- Hygiene and the Sterilisation of Equipment
- Client Care
- Legislation in the Beauty Industry

Practical training

No practical training is required to complete this course.

What’s next?

You can complete further studies via our bespoke Beauty & Make-up Professional pathways and specialise in Make Up

Prerequisites

For professional use, a pre-requisite is Beauty Specialist.

View our Beauty Specialist (A comprehensive introduction to Skincare) course.

This course is the part of our Beauty & Make-up Professional pathway.

Level

On successful completion of this course you will have received professional training at level 3. This is ideal if you wish to start a practice, or expand a career. Graduates of this course wishing to start their own practice can also obtain professional liability insurance. It has also been endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme and graduates will receive the QLS Certificate of Achievement as above. This course has been designed by BSY to meet specific learners’ and/or employers’ requirements which cannot be satisfied through current regulated qualifications. The Quality Licence Scheme, endorses high-quality, non-regulated provision and training programmes.

Certification

On successful completion students will receive dual awards: Award 1- The BSY Professional Make-up Diploma and will become a Registered BSY Professional Make-up Practitioner.

Award 2- Certificate of achievement at QLS Level 3 from Quality Licence Scheme. Registration through BSY is essential with this course.

How the course works

This course is delivered online or via mixed study*.

Online study

Upon enrolment you receive your first course lessons via our unique online learning platform providing you with the learning resources you need to complete the course including interactive content and videos.

You can study in your own time, at your own pace and from the comfort of your own home. You will be able to progress through your course whenever and wherever you wish – all you need is access to the internet, and a computer, laptop, tablet or smartphone.

If you have any questions, or would like feedback or encouragement about your course or your studies then you can contact our friendly tutors by phone, email or post.

At the end of each lesson are a set of questions. Completing these can aid your learning and help you master each step before moving on to the next. Your next lesson will then be provided for you to continue when it suits you. This allows us to continually assess understanding and competence of the subject.

Having progressed through each lesson you can take your final examination at home, and at a date and time that suits you. Then, on successful completion of both your Practical Training and your final examination, you will be awarded your BSY certificate.

Additional study options

Mixed Study

As part of your enrolment onto this course you will receive access to our unique online platform which will provide you with online access to your course materials – making them easy to access on-the-go.

Once logged on, you can also request to have the materials supplied in printed format for you to keep, make notes and use for future reference.

*Mixed study option is available to request from within the online platform, a small one-off fee is payable to cover printing and postage costs.

Support

Your tutor will mark your lessons, giving valuable, constructive feedback - helping you to master each step before moving on to the next. You can contact them for support or advice throughout your studies.

You can also contact the support team who are here to help you Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.

We are proud of our friendly, caring ethos and aim to do all we can to help you succeed.

Professional Make-up (Application and Aesthetics)