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Make-Up Artistry

PLC Post Leaving Cert
MUA

Is this course for you?
Have you a confident out-going personality with a creative flair?
Do you have an eye for colour?
Want a career that you are passionate about?
Do you want to be a trend setter for make-up looks?
Make-Up Artistry is a rapidly developing profession. The upsurge in retail sales, and the growing media and entertainment industries present exciting career opportunities for motivated individuals. With these internationally recognised qualifications, you will be well placed to take advantage of emerging opportunities and launch your career as a professional make-up artist.

Award Name Diploma at UK Level 3
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body International Therapy Examination Council
NFQ Level
Award Name Certificate - UK
NFQ Classification
Awarding Body International Therapy Examination Council
NFQ Level
Award Name Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ)
NFQ Classification Minor
Awarding Body QQI
NFQ Level Level 5 NFQ
Award Name NFQ Classification Awarding Body NFQ Level
Diploma at UK Level 3 International Therapy Examination Council
Certificate - UK International Therapy Examination Council
Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) Minor QQI Level 5 NFQ
Alternate Provider:
Location:
Dun Laoghaire, Blackrock
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
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Course provider

Duration

1 year full-time. 5 Days per week.

Entry Requirements

• You must have achieved 5 passes or 5 O6/ H7s or a combination of 5 O6/H7s or have achieved the LCA with a Merit profile, or have achieved a full relevant QQI Level 4 Award.

• Mature applicants (aged 21 and over) and other applicants without the formal entry requirements will be assessed individually for suitability

Careers / Further progression

Progression To Further Studies
As an alternative to entering the world of work when you finish the course, you could consider taking further courses at BFEI to enhance your chances of advancement in the industry such as Beauty & Body Therapy, Holistic Therapies, Nail Technology or Salon Management.

Job Opportunities
As a graduate of this course, you can pursue careers in a range of areas including:
• Freelance Make-Up Artistry
• Cosmetic Sales
• TV, Film & Theatre

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Further information

Classes will commence in mid-September 2024.
Course Registration takes place in late August.
You will be invited to the College to attend an induction session prior to class commencement.

Non-EU Citizens
If you are a non-EU National, then you should be in compliance with Irish Visa requirements in advance of applying to BFEI.

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Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. It is advisable to apply early as many courses fill up quickly. Other costs (books, kits, optional training etc) vary depending on the course you choose. Specific details regarding costs will be confirmed prior to course commencement

At BFEI, we make every effort to keep charges to a minimum. Information on financial support and eligibility for funding is available from www.studentfinance.ie.

Funding
PLC Maintenance Grant Scheme
The Department of Education and Skills (DES) provides a means-tested maintenance grant scheme for those attending full-time further education courses. Applications are made on-line to SUSI (Student Universal Support Ireland) at www.susi.ie.

BTEA (Back to Education Allowance)
If you are in receipt of certain social welfare payments, ten under the BTEA you may be able to keep your payments while doing a full-time course at BFEI.

See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details or ask at the local Department of Social Protection Office.

VTOS (Vocational Training and Opportunities Scheme)
If you are unemployed and over 21, then under VTOS, you will be able to do a full-time course at BFEI and retain your social welfare entitlements. VTOS applies to all courses on offer in the Institute, however, early application is advisable as there are a limited number of places which are allocated on a first-come basis. See www.welfare.ie or www.studentfinance.ie for further details on eligibility or ask at the local Department of Social Protection Office. VTOS Application Forms are available from the Institute - see www.bfei.ie

Other Funding Sources
Local Partnerships including Southside, Bray, Northside, and Wicklow Working Together may be able to help you out with some funding if you are experiencing financial difficulties. Ask at your Local Partnership Office.

For September 2024 Intake BFEI is open for applications from Wednesday January 10th 2024. All applications must be made via our website (www.bfei.ie). - View Application Weblink above.

Application is free! Once you have been offered a place on your chosen course, you will have to pay an acceptance fee of €50 to confirm that you are accepting the place. (non-refundable)

What will I study?
• Fashion and Photography Make-Up
• Make-Up Charts
• Make-Up Techniques
• Media Make-Up
• High Definition Make-Up
• Special Effects
• Airbrush
• Body Paint
• Skin and Eye Treatments
• Lash and Brow Enhancements
• Retail Selling

Will I do anything additional on the course?
• Additional workshops such as Tanning, Fashion Trends, Film Grade Make-Up Demonstrations, Casting and Inglot Master Classes will be provided to keep you up-to-date with all the latest trends and treatments within the industry.

• Career advice and help with CV preparation is provided by the BFEI Guidance and Career Service.

• Assessment is based on a combination of portfolio, assignments and exams. Your portfolio will cover a wide range of techniques and demonstrate artistic flair, and creativity.

• Please be advised that students doing ITEC certified courses are required to maintain a satisfactory level of attendance and complete Consultation, Disclaimer forms and other documentation as necessary - please see www.itecworld.co.uk for further information on requirements.

What qualifications will I get when I finish the course?
On successful completion of the course, you will be awarded the following qualifications:
• ITEC Diploma in Fashion, Theatre and Media Make-Up
• ITEC Certificate in Eyebrow Treatments and Eyelash Enhancements
• ITEC Certificate in Skincare
• ITEC Professional Conduct and Business Awareness
• Retail Selling

Blackrock Further Education Institute BFEI
Main Street
Blackrock
Co Dublin
Tel: 01 288 9717
email: office@bfei.ie
Web: www.bfei.ie

Alternate Provider:
Location:
Dun Laoghaire, Blackrock
Attendance Options:
Full time, Daytime
Apply to:
Course provider