Institute of Technology or Polytechnic
Toi Ohomai Institute of TechnologyThis course is available
On-Campus
Level of Study
Certificate
Next start date
Expected Jul 2026
Campus
Windermere Campus
If a career as a makeup artist excites you, then we have the perfect course to get you started. You’ll gain all the right skills and technical know-how to assess a client’s skin and apply a range of makeup looks from day and evening to red carpet and runway glamour. To complement your technical artistry skills, industry and product knowledge, you’ll also learn professional business skills such as customer service and communication skills, retail sales and promotion techniques and personal presentation for the beauty industry. If you prefer to be your own boss, this course provides that opportunity. You could be a freelance makeup artist working in a range of environments like fashion shows, film and television productions, weddings, beauty consultancies, cosmetic retail counters, and more. Get started today! Choose an exciting and rewarding career that can turn your creative imagination from a blank canvas to an amazing portrait of beauty.
To be admitted to this course, applicants must meet the following general admission requirements:
NCEA Level 1 or equivalent
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