Hair and Media Make-Up Level 2 Diploma VTCT Study Mode: Full Time | Course Level: Level 2
Hair and Media Make-Up Level 2 Diploma VTCT
Where will this course lead?
You can progress onto the Level 3 Diploma or work within a beauty salon as a make-up specialist or freelance make-up artist or within department store for a cosmetic company
What will I study?
The programme consists of the following units:
- The art of photographic make-up
- Follow health and safety practice in the salon
- Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector
- Apply make-up (daytime, evening, special occasion make-up)
- Photographic make-up (period 1920's, 1940's, 1960's & 1980's) Bridal, fantasy
- Body art
- Plaiting and twisting hair
- The art of dressing hair
- Shampooing and conditioning the hair and scalp
- Client consultation for hair services
Learners may study GCSE or functional skills Maths and /or English as an important part of the course
Work experience of a minimum of 30 hours
Independent learning at home completing activities set by tutor
How will this course be delivered?
Full time programme based at Blossomfield campus.
What qualifications will I get?
Hair and Media Make-Up Level 2 Diploma VTCT
Maths and/or English qualification (if required).
How will I be assessed?
Practical assessments
Written assignments
Oral questioning
Online exams
How do I get a place on the course?
This is a vocational qualification that will prepare you for further study at level 3 within the hair and media make-up sector. This qualification is designed for learners aged 16 years or over.
If you are interested please apply online. You will then be invited to attend an interview to which you need to bring an up to date reference and school report.
What are the entry requirements?
Minimum of 3 GCSEs at Grade 3 or above, including English
Successful interview
Satisfactory reference
What else do I need to know?
Kit and uniform need to be purchased - costs TBC.
Course fees - under 19 free - over 19 fees apply.
What can I do after this course?
You can progress onto the Level 3 Diploma or work within a beauty salon as a make-up specialist or freelance make-up artist or within department store for a cosmetic company
Blossomfield Campus
Sept-2026
Various
TBC
N/A For 16 to 18 Year Olds
SEDAP073BCF0
Full Time
Hairdresser/Barber
Hairdressers and barbers shampoo, cut, colour, style and treat hair.
What’s Involved?
Hairdressers and barbers discuss customer requirements, analyse hair condition and other relevant features to define and advise on hair style. They wash, condition, bleach, tint or dye hair and provide any necessary basic scalp treatments. They also cut and trim hair using scissors, clippers, razors and combs. They use combs, brushes, blow-dryers or set wet hair in rollers to style or straighten. They shave and trim beards and moustaches. They collect payment, arrange appointments and clean and tidy salons. They also maintain client records and keep up-to-date with new products, styles and techniques. They ensure hair products are stored and used appropriately and observe relevant health and safety factors. They demonstrate, sell and recommend hair care products to clients and advise them on hair care.Salon Manager
Job holders in this unit group plan, organise, direct and co-ordinate the activities and resources of hairdressing salons, beauty treatment and similar establishments.
What’s Involved?
Salon Managers determine staffing, financial, material and other short- and long-term needs. They control the allocation, training and remuneration of staff. They provide clients with information and advice on styles and treatments, and resolve any complaints or problems. They also ensure clients' records are maintained. They undertake and/or direct hair treatments and/or beauty therapy. They check and maintain any equipment, and ensure that all safety requirements are met. They also demonstrate, advise on and sell hair and/or beauty products. They ensure financial accounts for the business are maintained.Freelance Stylist
Freelance stylists shampoo, cut, colour, style and treat hair. They are self employed and will often travel to clients.
What’s Involved?
Freelance Stylists discuss customer requirements, analyse hair condition and other relevant features to define and advise on hair style. They wash, condition, bleach, tint or dye hair and provide any necessary basic scalp treatments. They also cut and trim hair using scissors, clippers, razors and combs. They use combs, brushes, blow-dryers or set wet hair in rollers to style or straighten. They shave and trim beards and moustaches. They collect payment, arrange appointments and clean and tidy salons. They also maintain client records and keep up-to-date with new products, styles and techniques. They ensure hair products are stored and used appropriately and observe relevant health and safety factors. They demonstrate, sell and recommend hair care products to clients and advise them on hair care.Make up artist/Beautician
Beauticians and related workers give facial and body beauty treatments, apply cosmetics and dress wigs.
What’s Involved?
A Beautician discusses clients requirements, analyses and advises client on appropriate skin care, and applies treatments to the face or body. They massages scalp, face and other parts of the body and carries out spray tanning. They use waxing, threading, sugaring and other epilation techniques to remove any unwanted body hair. They clean, shape and polish finger and toe nails, apply nail extensions. They apply make-up to hide blemishes or enhance facial features and advise clients on skin care and make-up techniques. They perform specialist treatments for conditions such as acne, apply skin rejuvenation therapies. They recognise problems and refer clients to medical practitioners if appropriate. They also advise clients on diet and exercise to assist in weight loss and slimming. They maintain client records, sell and advise on cosmetic products and services, and ensure appropriate health and safety issues are addressed.Special Effects Make Up Artist
A special effects makeup artist is in charge of transforming an actor's appearance when they have to look scary, bloody, beaten up, older-any transformation that requires more than what a regular makeup artist is responsible for.
What’s Involved?
A special effects make up artist is responsible for utilising prosthetics, cosmetics, appliances, and spirit gum to create realistic wounds, abrasions, creature features, deformities, aged-up wrinkles, or anything else that will further immerse the audience into the world. Despite the industry's reliance on CGI, the special effects makeup artist's ability to bring visuals to life through practical techniques is an essential role on the set of any genre film or show.Freelance Beauty Therapist
Beauticians and related workers give facial and body beauty treatments and apply cosmetics.
