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Intermediate Certificate in Make-up 1 Yr

at Vision West Nottinghamshire College, Mansfield · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull time

What the college says

This qualification is based on the national occupational standards for make-up artistry and includes all the required elements to work effectively as a make-up artist. Throughout this qualification, you will develop your knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology and health and safety. You will also develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to plan for and provide make-up applications, hair preparation services, fashion and editorial make-up and face and body painting. You will develop your abilities to ensure continuity services are adhered to for make-up application and hair services, whilst developing abilities to produce a total look for competition work. In parallel, you will develop your communication and customer service skills, your awareness of environmental sustainability and your commercial skills, all of which are valued highly by employers. Problem-solving, team working and research skills will be developed. Please note - your timetable will include one late evening per week.

What you need to get on

GCSE English Language and Maths at grade 3-9 OR Successful completion of a relevant Level 1 course.

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

  • Derby Road

    West Nottinghamshire College Derby Road, Mansfield, NG18 5BH

    DaytimeClassroom based
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Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Mansfield

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