Certificate III in Make-Up
SHB30215
Certificate III in Make-Up – SHB30215
Course Overview
Turn your passion for beauty and makeup into a fulfilling career. The Certificate III in Make-Up will prepare you for a career as a Specialist Make-Up Artist.
You'll learn a range of makeup techniques, from basic makeup application through to creative techniques and airbrushing.
Studying during COVID-19 Restrictions
We’ve had to make adjustments to how our courses are delivered due to the restrictions imposed by COVID-19. This means that we’re currently offering a combination of delivery modes including online and flexible learning and, where we can, on-campus classes with strict social distancing in place.
Career Pathways
This course will prepare you to work in the beauty industry as a Makeup Artist. Qualified Makeup Artists can work as part of a team, or on a freelance basis. You might work in a studio, at a retail cosmetic counter, in fashion media or photography studios, or as a freelancer working with clients for weddings and special events.
Armed with these essential beauty skills, you'll have the opportunity to take your skills to any location and work across different creative industries like fashion, film and television.
Further Study
After graduating, you might like to undertake further study in the Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy, Diploma of Beauty Therapy or Diploma of Specialist Makeup Services.
Course Dates & Times
Currently there are no upcoming sessions available for this course. To register your interest in this course, click the "Register Your Interest" button at the top of this page.
Detailed Fee Information
The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Please note all fees and charges are correct at time of publication for 2020 and may change without notice.
Students will be invoiced for the components of the course that they are enrolled into for each year or semester.
Material fees cover costs associated with the following where applicable, and not limited to:
- Classroom activity consumables, handouts and booklets
- E-Learning resources and associated license access fees
- Excursions
Additionally some courses require students to purchase or supply text books, kits, tools, uniforms and personal protection equipment. Some specific materials may be purchased through the GOTAFE Bookshop. A full list with associated costs will be provided to you at your course information session or during the pre-training review Interview.
All students are required to pay an annual Student Services Fee (SSF) of $70.00. The Student Services Fee contributes to the provision of student engagement, learning and support services. SSF does not apply to short course participants.
Entry Requirements
Training package entry requirements
There are no training package requirements for this qualification.
GOTAFE preferred entry requirements
Before being accepted into the course applicants must:
- Attend an interview
- Undertake a Pre-training Review to document previous work experience and qualifications and assess suitability for the course
- Complete a Core Skills Profile for Adults (CSPA) test to ensure the required language, literacy and numeracy levels are met for the course
- Please apply through an Apprenticeship Network Provider (australianapprenticeships.gov.au) with your employer to organise your apprenticeship/traineeship contract prior to applying for this course
Applicants must also have:
- The ability to work autonomously
- Physical skills appropriate to the job role
- Basic to intermediate computer skills
- Strong communication skills are essential
Course Study Units
Assessment Methods
Assessment methods may include:
- Knowledge quiz
- Portfolio
- Practical Demonstration / Observation
Additional Information
Students will be required to wear closed-in shoes at all times.
Students must be able to access the internet and a computer to complete some of the course requirements. This can be accessed through the GOTAFE Library, however you need to have basic to intermediate skills.
Students will need to assist with sourcing their own models for practical classes.
Students must bring all equipment and theory books each day, unless notified by the trainer.
Course Co-ordinator
Wendi Bourke
Attendance & Commitment
It is important that students commit to all course requirements, including study and assessments the student may need to complete outside their normal training sessions. You are encouraged to attend all time-tabled days, face-to-face sessions and participate in all classroom activities.
On campus students attend classes 3 days a week over a 6 month period with an additional 10 days for assessment and salon requirements.
VET in Schools students will attend on campus classes 1 day a week over a two year period.
Your trainer will issue you with a Timetable before you begin your course with all the days you will be required to attend.
Where to From Here
If you need any further clarification of the information provided please contact one of our client service officers on 1300 468 233 who can assist you or submit an enquiry through our website now and one of the team will be in touch.
Educational Support Services
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you may access a wide range of academic support services to assist you to meet the academic challenges of your course from our Learning Support Unit.
Student Support
As an enrolled student at GOTAFE you will be welcome to access a variety of non-academic support services from the Student Welfare Unit. These services are designed to best support you to successfully complete your course.
Services include on campus supports and remote supports
- Counselling
- employment information
- careers
- activities etc.
Learner's Rights
Refer to the Student Handbook for information regarding Learner’s Rights Student Handbook.
Further information is provided at course induction.
Enrolment
Please note: Eligible individuals who wish to access a government subsidised place, must participate in a Pre-training Review. This will consider your:
- Aspirations/career goals
- Educational attainment and capability
- Literacy and numeracy skills
- Suitability for Recognition for Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer
Enrolment in general public entry courses will require a selection interview. Please call 1300 468 233 to enquire further.
Skills Recognition
Skills Recognition is an assessment only process that may result in credits towards a part or full qualification. There is no formal training involved, although you may choose to complete further training as a result of the assessment process.
You can apply for Skills Recognition before you enrol in the qualification you are seeking. You can apply for Skills Recognition through one or both of the following processes:
- Credit Transfer for formal training that might be equivalent to a new qualification or partial qualification
- Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) for people who have relevant and current skills and knowledge that they have gained through non-formal or informal learning i.e. work or life experience.
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