Course Details:

This program is a study of Professional Makeup Artistry in 240 hours of both practical and theoretical studies leading to a final written and practical exam for industry standard certification. The focus of this program is beauty and special events makeup.

The successful certificate holder will be able to seek employment as a Professional Makeup Artist.

Admission Requirements:

Admission to Orane International College programs is based on merit and interest in the program of study. The following minimum requirements must be met or exceeded to gain entry into Orane International College:

• Proof of successful completion of BC Grade 12 or equivalent OR 19 years of age or older
• Letter of Intent
• Admissions interview
• Proof of minimum level of English language proficiency (if English is not your first language):
  • IELTS 4.5 or higher
  • TOEFL 65 or higher

Learning Objectives:

• To comprehend the fundamentals needed for beauty makeup applications for a variety of events and situations
• To project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self confidence
• To practice effective communication skills, visual poise and proper grooming
• To use critical thinking to determine application process, products and techniques for specific client needs
• To respect the need to deliver worthy service for value

At the end of this program students will be able to apply theory, technical information and related knowledge to assure sound judgements and decisions, along with demonstrating a knowledge of management operations in the beauty industry including methods for career development.

Methods of Evaluation

Students are assigned lesson studies and given a number of practical score sheets (rubrics) for program tasks development. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical are evaluated as completed through rubrics evaluation sheets, textbook procedures and performance standards established by industry standards competency. Students must maintain a standard of 70% and pass a final written and practical exam to meet the requirements for graduation. Students must makeup failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments.

Program Duration

240 hours = 20 hours per week for a total of 12 weeks (approximately 3 months) of in-class and combined instruction. This program is considered full-time.

Professional Makeup Artistry – Level One

Course Outline

This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of the Ministry of Advanced Education, Skills & Training.