Fashion Makeup (Level 3) - leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Makeup & Skincare

Course details

Fashion Makeup (Level 3) - leading to the New Zealand Certificate in Makeup & Skincare
Domestic tuition $8,048 per year
International tuition $12,667
NZQF Level 3

About the course

To jump-start your career in the beauty industry, you need to learn the fundamentals of basic makeup. Begin your journey as a makeup artist with SRA’s Level 3 Fashion Makeup course. In just 17 weeks, you will learn the foundation skills and knowledge to provide a range of fashion makeup services within a variety of workplaces.

This qualification allows you to work on counters and cosmetic houses, an entry-level makeup artist or you can jump with our Level 4 Fashion Makeup artistry to master the craft and gain more skills and experience.

This course is intended for anyone (beginners, beauticians, hair stylists etc.) seeking to learn fundamental makeup techniques.

This exciting course leads to the following NZ qualification on the national framework: New Zealand Certificate in Makeup and Skincare, Level 3.

What you'll learn:

Fashion Natural Makeup | Fashion Elegant | Fashion Sultry | Ball Makeup | Bridal Makeup | Indian/Eastern Bridal | Fashion Elegant | Fashion Sultry | Skin Analysis | Colour Correcting | Corrective makeup | Tools and Equipment | Basic Business Principles | Sales Techniques | Customer Service | Social Media | Basic Hairstyling | Avant-garde Fashion Makeup | Stage makeup | SFX Makeup | Hair styling | Braiding | Manicure

Entry requirements

At least 16 years of age (18 if international student) Have NCEA Level 1 or equivalent Have an intermediate level of oral and written English Demonstrate a genuine interest in working in the industry Have no major physical or mental disabilities (such as neck or back injuries) which could adversely affect their chances of successfully achieving the course outcomes (If an international student where English is not their first language), must have IELTS Level 5 or equivalent

About the provider

Makeup is expressive: it's about who you are and where you're going. It's about having fun, pushing boundaries and transforming your image. Makeup is both art and science, so to master the skill most of us need a little help.

The Samala Robinson Academy (SRA) is New Zealand's leading fashion makeup school.

Our vision is to take the mystery out of makeup, and produce confident and exceptional artists who are capable of creating beauty at a professional and international level.

We are dedicated to the finest standards in training, creativity and self-expression and have taught some of the country's top makeup artists. Our comprehensive courses give students the best possible skills training for careers in fashion, cosmetic companies, film, stage and television.