Overview
This course will not be running September 22/23
Level 2 Hair and Media Make-up
This course is designed for those people interested in a professional career in Media Make-Up.
Upon completion of the course, you may progress onto the Level 3 Theatrical Media Make-Up here at the Shooters Hill College.
Possible progression optionsWhat could this qualification lead to?
Career opportunities as a junior hair and makeup artist exist in a variety of contexts, including:
- Commercial hair and beauty salons
- Independent/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings
- Product manufacturing and training
Whilst this qualification's primary purpose is to prepare learners for employment as a junior hair and make-up artist, learners may choose to develop their skills further by undertaking Technical Level qualifications at Level 3, including:
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy Make-Up (QCF)
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Hairdressing (QCF)
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair and Media Make-Up (QCF)
- VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Fashion, Theatre and Media Hair and Make-Up Studies (QCF)
Course Content
Topics Covered
- Shampoo and condition the hair and scalp
- The art of dressing Hair Shaping and colouring eyebrows
- Apply Make Up
- Instruction on make-up application
- Provide nail art
- Themed Face Painting
Practicals
Summative Observations are related to all units/topics covered. You will be supervised by technical staff and assessed on your occupational competence
Exams
The external paper will test your knowledge of all unit/topics criteria. A pass mark of 70% must be achieved.
Requirements
4 GCSEs at Grade D and above including Maths & English at Grade 4 or above.
Students with Grade 4 in English and Maths will be required to re-take these subjects alongside their main programme
Alternatives/ equivalent - BTEC Entry 3 / Level 1 Award/Certificate/Diploma in Hair and Beauty or Level 1 H&B and grade 4 in Maths and English.
Careers
Successful completion of the course can lead to employment opportunities such as:
- Media Make-Up
- Magazines
- Video
- Theatre
- Film and Television