Free Level 2 Beauty Therapy Make-Up Course in King's Lynn. Classes run full-time at The College of West Anglia, typically three to four days a week across one year. You'll cover creative and photographic make-up, hair artistry, body and face painting, anatomy and physiology, and working across specialist fields including TV and film, fashion, photography, and stage. Entry requires four GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English and a creative subject, or a Level 1 qualification in hairdressing or beauty therapy. Mature students without formal qualifications are welcomed where they can demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment.
Who this course is for
This course is for those wishing to pursue a career within a variety of specialised fields including TV and Film, Fashion, Photography, Special Effects, Make-up and Stage.
Entry requirements
You will need:
4 GCSEs at Grade 3 (D) or above, including English and a creative subject.
Or:
A level 1 qualification in hairdressing and/or beauty therapy
Or:
A Level 2 Principal Learning Diploma
Mature students without formal qualifications are welcomed provided they demonstrate sufficient interest in the subject.
You will be required to successfully pass an interview with a demonstration of enthusiasm and commitment towards the subject area and bring examples of craft and art work.
What you will learn
You'll practise creative and photographic make-up artistry, including vintage looks
You'll develop skills in hair colouring, dressing, plaiting, and twisting
You'll learn body and face painting techniques
You'll study anatomy and physiology relevant to beauty therapy
You'll research, develop, and showcase your own design work
You'll understand health and safety practices in the make-up industry
You'll build a portfolio of image-based themed work for specialist sectors such as TV, film, and fashion
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions in a classroom setting, with regular opportunities to practise techniques. Assessment is through a combination of practical demonstrations and portfolio work. You'll also need to complete individual study in your own time. An interview is required before you start, and you'll be asked to bring examples of craft or art work to show your interest in the subject.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. The College of West Anglia will confirm anything else you need before you start. At your interview, bring examples of craft and art work to demonstrate your enthusiasm for the subject.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Make-up artist: working in TV, film, or photography productions
Fashion make-up artist: supporting editorial and runway shoots
Stage and theatre make-up artist: creating looks for live performance
Special effects make-up artist: entry-level roles in film and TV
Salon beauty therapist: providing make-up services to clients
Photographic make-up artist: working with photographers and agencies
What you could study next
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Beauty Therapy: deepens practical skills and opens senior salon roles
Level 3 in Media Make-Up or Special Effects Make-Up: specialist routes into TV, film, and theatre
Level 3 in Hairdressing: broadens your offer across hair and make-up services
A VTCT Level 3 qualification in this area is a natural next step if you want to work at a senior or freelance level
