5-Day Professional Make-Up Artistry Course | No Experience Required | Professional Make-Up Kit Included
Turn your passion for make-up into professional skills with our Beginner Make-Up Artistry Course at Beautorium Training Academy in Waterford.
The VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up is an internationally recognised vocational qualification designed for complete beginners aged 16 and over who want to develop the knowledge, practical techniques and confidence to begin their journey into professional make-up artistry.
Delivered over five intensive training days, this hands-on make-up course introduces learners to professional application techniques, skin preparation, colour theory, client consultation and a variety of make-up styles.
Whether you're interested in becoming a freelance Make-Up Artist (MUA), offering bridal and occasion make-up, working in a beauty salon or progressing into fashion and media make-up, this course provides an excellent foundation.
No previous make-up qualifications or professional experience are required.
Throughout the programme, you'll combine essential professional theory with practical make-up training under the guidance of experienced tutors.
Skin types and conditions
Basic skincare and professional skin preparation
Cosmetic products and their uses
Selecting suitable products for different skin types
Professional hygiene and safe working practices
Client consultation and treatment preparation
Face shapes and facial features
Eye and lip shapes
Colour selection and coordination
Choosing suitable foundation shades
Understanding undertones and colour correction
Adapting make-up techniques to individual clients
Foundation application and blending
Concealing and colour correction
Contouring, highlighting and blush
Brow shaping and definition through make-up
Eye make-up application and blending
Eyeliner and mascara techniques
False lash application
Professional lip application and finishing techniques
Develop your skills across a range of professional make-up styles, including:
Natural make-up
Daytime make-up
Evening make-up
Special occasion make-up
Glamour make-up
Contemporary and trend-inspired looks
Our focus is on teaching adaptable techniques rather than simply recreating individual looks, allowing learners to develop skills they can apply to different clients and occasions.
Developing a professional portfolio is an important part of beginning your career as a Make-Up Artist.
Alongside your practical training, we'll introduce you to:
Photographing your make-up work
Lighting and positioning for portfolio photographs
Creating professional-looking before-and-after images
Building a beginner make-up portfolio
Presenting your work on social media
Promoting your make-up services
Developing confidence in client communication
These skills can help learners begin showcasing their work and building experience as they progress.
Your course includes a professional Make-Up Artistry Kit.
The kit provides essential products and tools for use during training and supports your continued practice as you develop your make-up skills.
You'll also receive guidance on selecting products and gradually expanding your professional make-up kit as your experience grows.
Our Beginner Make-Up Artistry Course is suitable for:
Complete beginners aged 16+
School leavers exploring beauty industry careers
Students interested in weekend or part-time make-up work
Career changers
Aspiring freelance Make-Up Artists
Beauty therapists wishing to add professional make-up services
Anyone considering further training in fashion, theatre or media make-up
No previous make-up experience is required.
On successful completion of the required training and assessments, learners will achieve the:
VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up
This recognised vocational qualification provides a foundation in professional make-up application and supports progression into further make-up artistry training.
Qualification: VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up
Duration: 5 intensive training days
Location: Beautorium Training Academy, Waterford
Minimum Age: 16 years
Previous Experience: Not required
Professional Make-Up Kit: Included
Examination Fees: Not included
Uniform & Towels: Not included
Training Format: Practical, tutor-led make-up training
Our Waterford training academy is accessible to learners travelling from Kilkenny, Wexford, Tipperary and across the South East of Ireland.
At Beautorium Training Academy, students learn from experienced Make-Up Artists and professional beauty educators.
Our training focuses on developing essential make-up artistry techniques, understanding different skin types and facial features, and adapting application methods to suit individual clients.
With practical demonstrations, supervised training and tutor feedback, learners have the opportunity to develop their skills throughout the five-day programme.
Once you've completed your foundation qualification, you may wish to continue developing your make-up artistry skills through additional specialist courses.
Beginner Make-Up – ITEC Level 2
5 days · Foundation qualification
Develop professional techniques and artistry - combine with basic make up for €1730
ITEC Level 3 Fashion, Theatre & Media Make-Up
Advanced creative and specialist make-up training
Progression opportunities at Beautorium Training Academy include:
Learners interested in developing a career in fashion, editorial, theatre, film, television or special effects make-up can explore further training through our:
ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Fashion, Theatre & Media Make-Up
This advanced programme offers opportunities to build on your foundation skills and explore additional creative make-up techniques.
Discounted progression packages may be available for eligible students.
Internationally recognised VTCT Skills (ITEC) qualification
Beginner-friendly training
Five intensive practical training days
Professional Make-Up Kit included
Experienced Make-Up Artists and educators
Small-group learning and individual feedback
Portfolio and social media guidance
Opportunities to progress into advanced make-up training
Ready to begin your journey as a professional Make-Up Artist?
Our 5-Day Beginner Make-Up Course in Waterford provides a structured introduction to professional make-up artistry, combining practical training, essential theory and a recognised qualification.
With no previous experience required and a professional make-up kit included, this course is an ideal starting point for aspiring Make-Up Artists.
Contact Beautorium Training Academy today for upcoming course dates, fees and enrolment information.
Academy Terms & Conditions apply.
5-Day Professional Make-Up Artistry Course | No Experience Required | Professional Make-Up Kit Included
Turn your passion for make-up into professional skills with our Beginner Make-Up Artistry Course at Beautorium Training Academy in Waterford.
The VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up is an internationally recognised vocational qualification designed for complete beginners aged 16 and over who want to develop the knowledge, practical techniques and confidence to begin their journey into professional make-up artistry.
Delivered over five intensive training days, this hands-on make-up course introduces learners to professional application techniques, skin preparation, colour theory, client consultation and a variety of make-up styles.
Whether you're interested in becoming a freelance Make-Up Artist (MUA), offering bridal and occasion make-up, working in a beauty salon or progressing into fashion and media make-up, this course provides an excellent foundation.
No previous make-up qualifications or professional experience are required.
Throughout the programme, you'll combine essential professional theory with practical make-up training under the guidance of experienced tutors.
Skin types and conditions
Basic skincare and professional skin preparation
Cosmetic products and their uses
Selecting suitable products for different skin types
Professional hygiene and safe working practices
Client consultation and treatment preparation
Face shapes and facial features
Eye and lip shapes
Colour selection and coordination
Choosing suitable foundation shades
Understanding undertones and colour correction
Adapting make-up techniques to individual clients
Foundation application and blending
Concealing and colour correction
Contouring, highlighting and blush
Brow shaping and definition through make-up
Eye make-up application and blending
Eyeliner and mascara techniques
False lash application
Professional lip application and finishing techniques
Develop your skills across a range of professional make-up styles, including:
Natural make-up
Daytime make-up
Evening make-up
Special occasion make-up
Glamour make-up
Contemporary and trend-inspired looks
Our focus is on teaching adaptable techniques rather than simply recreating individual looks, allowing learners to develop skills they can apply to different clients and occasions.
Developing a professional portfolio is an important part of beginning your career as a Make-Up Artist.
Alongside your practical training, we'll introduce you to:
Photographing your make-up work
Lighting and positioning for portfolio photographs
Creating professional-looking before-and-after images
Building a beginner make-up portfolio
Presenting your work on social media
Promoting your make-up services
Developing confidence in client communication
These skills can help learners begin showcasing their work and building experience as they progress.
Your course includes a professional Make-Up Artistry Kit.
The kit provides essential products and tools for use during training and supports your continued practice as you develop your make-up skills.
You'll also receive guidance on selecting products and gradually expanding your professional make-up kit as your experience grows.
Our Beginner Make-Up Artistry Course is suitable for:
Complete beginners aged 16+
School leavers exploring beauty industry careers
Students interested in weekend or part-time make-up work
Career changers
Aspiring freelance Make-Up Artists
Beauty therapists wishing to add professional make-up services
Anyone considering further training in fashion, theatre or media make-up
No previous make-up experience is required.
On successful completion of the required training and assessments, learners will achieve the:
VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up
This recognised vocational qualification provides a foundation in professional make-up application and supports progression into further make-up artistry training.
Qualification: VTCT Skills (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Make-Up
Duration: 5 intensive training days
Location: Beautorium Training Academy, Waterford
Minimum Age: 16 years
Previous Experience: Not required
Professional Make-Up Kit: Included
Examination Fees: Not included
Uniform & Towels: Not included
Training Format: Practical, tutor-led make-up training
Our Waterford training academy is accessible to learners travelling from Kilkenny, Wexford, Tipperary and across the South East of Ireland.
At Beautorium Training Academy, students learn from experienced Make-Up Artists and professional beauty educators.
Our training focuses on developing essential make-up artistry techniques, understanding different skin types and facial features, and adapting application methods to suit individual clients.
With practical demonstrations, supervised training and tutor feedback, learners have the opportunity to develop their skills throughout the five-day programme.
Once you've completed your foundation qualification, you may wish to continue developing your make-up artistry skills through additional specialist courses.
Beginner Make-Up – ITEC Level 2
5 days · Foundation qualification
Develop professional techniques and artistry - combine with basic make up for €1730
ITEC Level 3 Fashion, Theatre & Media Make-Up
Advanced creative and specialist make-up training
Progression opportunities at Beautorium Training Academy include:
Learners interested in developing a career in fashion, editorial, theatre, film, television or special effects make-up can explore further training through our:
ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Fashion, Theatre & Media Make-Up
This advanced programme offers opportunities to build on your foundation skills and explore additional creative make-up techniques.
Discounted progression packages may be available for eligible students.
Internationally recognised VTCT Skills (ITEC) qualification
Beginner-friendly training
Five intensive practical training days
Professional Make-Up Kit included
Experienced Make-Up Artists and educators
Small-group learning and individual feedback
Portfolio and social media guidance
Opportunities to progress into advanced make-up training
Ready to begin your journey as a professional Make-Up Artist?
Our 5-Day Beginner Make-Up Course in Waterford provides a structured introduction to professional make-up artistry, combining practical training, essential theory and a recognised qualification.
With no previous experience required and a professional make-up kit included, this course is an ideal starting point for aspiring Make-Up Artists.
Contact Beautorium Training Academy today for upcoming course dates, fees and enrolment information.
Academy Terms & Conditions apply.
