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Level 2 Diploma in Hair & Media Make-up
Entry requirement: three GCSEs at grade 3 or above
Core topics include:
For learners who fall just short of the Level 2 GCSE entry requirements for the technical course, we can start them on a smaller Level 2 beauty qualification, which includes nails and make-up, or a Level 1 Introduction to Beauty Therapy through a Skills and Employability pathway. This qualification is a support role within a commercial beauty environment and includes a variety of basic beauty skills such as facials, manicures and nail treatments, and make-up. This qualification will prepare learners for progression to Level 2 Beauty, Make-up and Nails.
Work experience is an essential part of all full-time study programmes. Learners will complete a minimum of 35 hours within an industry-linked environment per academic year/qualification.
Uniform and kit are required for all courses. A bursary is available, subject to approval.
VRQ Qualifications are assessed continuously based on module completion.
You will be assessed through:
Practical assessments on live models
Online theory exams
Verbal questions
Creating face charts and look books
For Level 3 qualifications, all grades carry UCAS points to support progression to Higher Education.
The Level 2 Diploma in Hair and Media Make-up is aimed at learners who are looking to start a career as a make-up artist. Learners can progress into employment, onto an apprenticeship, or further their studies by taking either of the Level 3 make-up qualifications. Also available are other qualifications at Level 2, such as beauty therapy or hairdressing, to broaden their skills base and support employability.
The Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects, Media Make-up and Hairdressing provides you with specialist practical skills and knowledge, which will help you to seek employment or progression within the theatrical and media make-up industry.
Employment can be found in the following areas:
Photoshoots
Photographic studios
Magazine and publication shoots
Department stores
Make-up stores
Hair or beauty salons
Opportunities for freelance work or self-employment are unlimited for career-savvy, motivated individuals.
Entry Level Courses:
Skills for Life & Work/Preparing for Adulthood
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
These courses are specifically designed for learners with a Special Educational Need (SEND).
Pre Level 1
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
Full Time ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)
No formal qualifications are required for this course.
Full Time GCSE Re-sit Study Course Science
GCSE Grade 3 (C) in Maths or English. Below GCSE Grade 3 (C) in BIO,CHM,PHY subjects or not sat GCSE Sciences in the past.
Full Time GCSE Re-Sit Maths and English
GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in Maths and English.
Full Time Level 1 Course
2 GCSE's at grade 2 unless you want to study the courses listed below:
Electrical & Plumbing: Min GCSE grade 3 in maths or Functional Skills 1 in maths
Motor Vehicle: Min GCSE grade 2 in maths
Full Time Level 2 Course
4 GCSE grade 3 including English or maths or a level 1 in Functional Skills English or Maths unless you want to study the courses below:
Motor Vehicle : GCSE grade 3 in maths or Functional Skills Level 1 in maths & Level 1 in Motor Vehicle.
Min GCSE grade 4 or Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English Required for:
Accounting, Plumbing & Electrical
Full time Level 3 Course
4 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English AND Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English AND Maths will be accepted).
NOTE: If you want to study Applied Science you must have 4 and above in GCSE Biology, Chemistry & Physics.
Vocational Level 2 in the subject area you wish to study plus Grade 4-9 GCSE English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).
*A Vocational Level 2 is required for the following courses:
Accounting
All Construction Subjects
Hair & Beauty Subjects
Applied Science
T Level Foundation (Level 2)
4 GCSE Grade 3 including English and Math's (or Functional Skills Level 1 in English and Math's)
T Levels
5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths will be accepted).
*Health & Healthcare Science T Level requires GCSE Grade 4 in BIO, CHEM, PHY OR if double all 4's required.
You can apply for this programme via the Apply Now button, at the top.
If this course area is available as an apprenticeship, this will show under 'Study Option' on the right-hand side, just below the Apply Now button. You can view all of our apprenticeship vacanices and subjects by clicking the 'Apprenticeships' in the top menu.
If you are aged between 16 and 18 when you start your course and are taking a course leading to a qualification, the tuition and exam fees are free. However, there may be some additional costs for optional trips, recommended text books and professional start up kits. We have a bursary scheme to assist with these costs.
It is important that you come along and speak to one of our staff about your choice/s.
Once we receive your application, you will be invited in to speak to a tutor or a member of the Apprenticeship team to discuss your application.
This will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the course/Apprenticeship and to see our facilities.
