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SHB30221

Certificate III in Make-Up

Set yourself on the path to gain employment in the make-up industry. This course will equip you with the practical skills to launch your career as a make-up artist.

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STUDY LOCATIONS Greater Brisbane
WAYS TO STUDY On campus
NEXT INTAKE Start date: 28 Jan 2025 Duration: 6 months View all intakes
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
Full Fee

This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

$5,670

Course overview

Embark upon a career in make-up and turn your passion for making people look and feel great, into a career in the thriving beauty industry. Train at TAFE Queensland, and our industry connected teachers will guide, develop and refine your make-up skills to gain that professional edge.

According to the Australian Government's Job Outlook service, the beauty therapy industry is currently experiencing very strong growth with around 25,000 job openings expected over the next five years. Employers are looking for qualified candidates who are reliable, well presented, and interact well with others.  

During this course you will learn make-up application techniques from foundation skills through to advanced techniques such as photographic, airbrushing, remedial camouflage and creative makeup. Collaboration with hair stylists, photographers, beauty therapists and other make-up artists while training at TAFE Queensland will further enhance your skills to tint lashes and brows, apply eye lash extensions, and create the perfect tanned look for your clients for special occasions, photo shoots, and more.

Successful completion of the course will qualify you to work as a make-up artist as part of a team or on a freelance basis in settings such as make-up studios, retail cosmetic counters, fashion and media sets, and photography studios.

What can I do?

  • Make-up Artist

Course outcome:

SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-Up

Professional Learning Environments

TAFE Queensland believes in providing professional and real-world training environments. Learn from the best in fully operational salons that will give you experience in a busy workplace setting that employers trust.

Recognition of experience

Your years of industry experience count for something. With our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL), we can help you fill in your gaps in knowledge to gain or upgrade your qualifications faster.

What you will study

The successful achievement of this qualification requires you to complete all core and 7 elective units from the list below.

  • UNIT CODE
  • UNIT NAME

  • UNIT CODE
  • SHBBMUP009
    Design and apply make-up
    UNIT CODE :
    SHBBMUP009
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to apply facial make-up products for day, evening or special occasions.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Design and apply make-up

  • UNIT CODE
  • SHBBMUP010
    Design and apply make-up for photography
    UNIT CODE :
    SHBBMUP010
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to design and apply make-up for photographic shoots in natural and artificial light.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Design and apply make-up for photography

  • UNIT CODE
  • SHBBMUP013
    Design and apply creative make-up
    UNIT CODE :
    SHBBMUP013
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to respond to a client brief to design and apply make-up for specialised looks that use creative design and application of make-up.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Design and apply creative make-up

  • UNIT CODE
  • SHBBRES003
    Research and apply beauty industry information
    UNIT CODE :
    SHBBRES003
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to access information and update knowledge of the beauty industry and relevant industry legislation.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Research and apply beauty industry information

  • UNIT CODE
  • SHBXCCS008
    Provide salon services to clients
    UNIT CODE :
    SHBXCCS008
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to provide a complete customer salon service experience.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Provide salon services to clients

  • UNIT CODE
  • SHBXIND003
    Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
    UNIT CODE :
    SHBXIND003
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to work in a personal services environment by integrating knowledge of workplace rights and responsibilities and organisational policies and procedures, and by using effective team and individual work practices to plan and organise daily work activities.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment

  • UNIT CODE
  • SHBXWHS003
    Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
    UNIT CODE :
    SHBXWHS003
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to follow safe practices to minimise risks to self, client and colleagues in a salon environment.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices

  • UNIT CODE
  • SIRXOSM002
    Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms
    UNIT CODE :
    SIRXOSM002
    Unit description :
    This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to source information on, and work according to, a range of ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms for business purposes.
  • UNIT NAME
  • Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms

Ways to study
  • You’ll primarily learn face to face with a teacher in one of our learning spaces such as a classroom or simulated workplace environment. Some of your training may also take place via video or Zoom. Learn more

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CAMPUS STUDY MODE START DATE DURATION WORKLOAD WHAT YOU'LL PAY
South Bank
On campus with some online
28 Jan 2025
6 months
Full time 3 days per week
  • Full fee: $5,670

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

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South Bank

On campus with some online

  • Online Time

    How much of the course will be delivered online. 

    20%
  • On Campus Time
    80%
START DATE

The date the course starts. Apply early as intakes fill up quickly. 

28 Jan 2025
DURATION

The total length of time it takes to complete the course.

6 months
Workload

The average amount of time students will need to allocate to study each week.

Full time 3 days per week
WHAT YOU'LL PAY
  • Full fee: $5,670

    This is the total course fee. Read more about student loans and payment plans.

Class format

Some courses include classes at scheduled times while others can be completed in your own time.

Teacher-led, Scheduled
VIRTUAL CLASS

Scheduled online classes using video conferencing software (such as Zoom).

No
ASSESSMENT

The primary location assessments will take place. Some courses also require vocational placement.

Online, On-Campus
TEACHER COMMS

The different ways you can contact your teacher throughout the course.

  • Phone, Email, Face-to-face, Zoom

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Certificate III in Make-Up (SHB30221)

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Certificate III in Make-Up

COURSE CODE: SHB30221
Payment Options

How can I pay for this course?

No matter what your circumstances, TAFE Queensland has a payment option to suit you. If you are unsure of what’s right for you, get in touch. We’re here to help. 

Payment plan

If you have difficulty paying for the full cost of a course upfront, you may be eligible for a payment plan.

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Upfront payment

This may be the full fee for the course, or the student contribution amount if you are eligible for a subsidy or concession.

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Entry requirements

There are no formal entry requirements for this course.

Selection criteria

It is highly recommended that students have basic literacy, numeracy and computer skills or equivalent to Year 10, turned 16 or have relevant experience and/or qualifications that indicate likely success in completing the course.

Resources required

It is recommended that you have access to a reliable internet connection to access TAFE Queensland's online learning system Connect, and a computer with up-to-date software, including Microsoft Office and Adobe Acrobat Reader. This equipment and software is available for use at all TAFE Queensland locations.

You are responsible for meeting the minimum standard of dress. This includes having access to and wearing a black shirt, black tailored pants (no leggings, jeans, skirts or shorts), and enclosed black shoes. You will be required to purchase TAFE Queensland branded uniform items.  More details will be provided after enrolment or during orientation. The purchase of the TAFE Queensland branded uniform items may incur additional costs of up to $100.

You may also be required to purchase an equipment kit that contains items required for performing beauty services. Please note: the purchase of this kit may incur additional costs of up to $350. More details will be provided at enrolment or during orientation session.

Important information

You should be comfortable with both providing and receiving treatments from other students during the course.

Assessment methods

Skill and knowledge assessments are an essential step in progressing through your course. You may be assessed in a number of ways while you are studying at TAFE Queensland, including observation, written assessment, questioning, portfolios, work samples, third-party feedback, and through recognition of prior learning. Read more about assessment methods.

Pathways

University pathways

If you want to go on to further study at university, TAFE Queensland has a pathway option to get you there. In many cases, completing one of our diplomas may give you a full year of credit towards a degree with one of our partner universities.

Learn more about University Pathways

  • James Cook University
  • Southern Cross University
  • University of Canberra
  • Griffith University
  • Queensland University of Technology
  • University of Southern Queensland

How to apply

Direct application

If you're ready to get started, simply hit the Apply Now button on your preferred course information page and get your application underway online. 

Course disclaimer

All information was accurate at time of publication, however TAFE policies, tuition fees and course content is subject to change without notice. Course commencement is dependent on sufficient enrolment numbers. Timetable information is subject to change prior to commencement and/or during the duration of your course.

Recognition of prior learning (RPL) and credit transfers

Fast track your way to a formal qualification by earning credit for the things you already know. We can assess your skills, directly apply credits from previous successful study, and give you advanced standing in your course.

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