short make up courses
Fast-Track Your Career: Short Make Up Courses
Join Beauty School to
- Level up your beauty skills
- Start your own business or work in a top salon
- Make your hobby your dream career
What you get
- Comprehensive, practical lessons
- Bonus business & social media course
- An inspiring beauty community
- Professional beauty kit delivered to your door
Why learn with Australian Beauty School
6-day a week tutor support
Self-paced study
24/7 access to your course
Stress-free learning
Professional lash kit included
From only $35 per week
Hands on practical lessons
Expert-led video classes
Professional Makeup Artistry Course
Course overview
Method
100% online
Duration
8-12 weeks
Custom kit
Included
Access
12 months
Tutor support
6 days/week
Language
English
Why choose our Professional Makeup Artistry course?
Short make up courses give you a technique. Our Certificate in Professional Makeup Artistry gives you a career. At 8–12 weeks of self-paced study, it is designed to be achievable alongside your current commitments — but the depth of curriculum means what you build in that time is a complete professional skill set, not just a single new look.
Skin theory, colour science, base application, face shapes, bridal artistry, smoky eyes, cut creases, false lash application, and editorial technique. Professional kit. Expert tutor. Certificate of Attainment.
What you’ll walk away with:
• Receive a professional Makeup Kit delivered straight to your door — professional brush set, two foundation palettes, eyeshadow palette, concealer palette, face palette, lip and blush palette, eyebrow palette, primer-moisturiser, lash adhesive, strip and individual lashes, spoolies, sponges, and a full suite of professional tools *(see exactly what’s inside — watch the unboxing below)*
• Master the full professional skill set — far more than any short course achieves
• Create bridal, smoky eye, cut crease, winged liner, and editorial looks to a professional standard
• Apply strip and individual false lashes with technique and precision
• Earn your Certificate of Attainment in Professional Makeup Artistry — the outcome that short courses cannot deliver
Your dedicated tutor provides specific written feedback on every assessment. Available via phone, video call, and email six days a week.
Achieve more than a short course. Graduate as a professional.
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Everything you need to become a Makeup technician
What's in my Professional Makeup Artistry course kit?
Tools & Equipment
- 1 x Lash Adhesive
- 1 x Makeup Bag
- 1 x Brush Set
- incl. 12 different brushes
- 1 x Powder Puff
- 1 x Sharpener
- 1 x Brush Cleaner
- 1 x Metal Palette & Spatula Set
Makeup Products
- 1 x Primer-Moisturiser
- 1 x Eye Pencil
- 2 x Lip Pencils
- 1 x Red
- 1 x Nude
- 1 x Eyeshadow Palette
- 1 x Cream Liner
- 1 x Mascara
- 1 x Lip Gloss
- 1 x Concealer Palette
- 1 x Face Palette
- 1 x Eyebrow Palette
- 1 x Lip & Blush Palette
- 2 x Foundation Palettes
- 1 x Translucent Powder
Disposable Items
- 1 x Strip Lash set
- 1 x Individual Lash set
- Spoolies
- Sponges
What you'll learn
Introduction to the industry
- Makeup artistry
- Tools and equipment
The face, skin and its anatomy
- Skin theory
- Colour theory
- Colour matching
- Face shapes
Application fundamentals
- Perfecting the base
- Eye, lip and eyebrow theory
Makeup looks
- Day evening
- Smokey eye
- Cut crease
- Winged liner
- False lash application
Finishing the service
- Troubleshooting
Who is this course for?
Makeup enthusiasts
Beauty Business Owners
Intermediate Beauticians
Side Hustlers
Pre-requisites
- To join, all you’ll need to have is a computer and reliable internet. Need a computer or tablet? We can provide that too.
- If you’re under 18, we’ll need to chat with a guardian to allow you to enrol. The only other pre-requisite is that you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- If you have any disabilities or medical conditions that you believe could affect your online studies, reach out so we can work together to fully support you in your new venture.
Hear from our students
We are truly thankful for the opportunity to share our knowledge and passion with our Australian Beauty School students, who appreciate the expertise and support we bring to all of our courses.
I would highly recommend Australian Beauty School for anyone that would like to start a career in any of the courses they have to offer.
Thanks guys for a wonderful experience 10/10
Course pricing
We strive to make our courses accessible for all beauty lovers with payment options to suit all budgets.
Flexible payment plans
Australian Beauty School have partnered with a number of different payment providers to make studying easy and affordable from day one.
Pay in weekly installments
We offer various payment plans and financial assistance options.
Payment plan
Easy and affordable from day one.
$41/week
Our payment providers
Includes:
- Tutor support 6 days a week
- Custom beauty kit
- 24/7 access
- Post-course assistance
- Certificate of completion
- Practical assessments
- Real-world case studies
- World-class support
- 1 x business course
- 1 x social media course
FAQs
What you need to know about your Professional Makeup Artistry course
Do I have to immediately pay the course price in full?
You can if you want, however, if you’d prefer to spread the payments we can easily set-up an interest free payment plan for you, which you can pay off fortnightly or monthly instead. But seriously, if money worries are holding you back from joining any of our courses, talk to our team and we’ll be happy to see if we can find a solution for you.
When can I access my course?
24/7! There are no restrictions on when you’re able to access your course contents, as we want your training to be as flexible as possible. Morning, noon or night, your course will remain open for business.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
- You must have a computer and a reliable internet connection. If you do not have a computer or tablet, we can supply one
- If you are under the age of 18, we need to speak with a guardian in order to enrol you
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Be aware that some disabilities may affect your ability to study online. Please notify us so that we can fully support you with your studies
What is included in a makeup artist course?
A makeup artist course teaches students various makeup techniques for different occasions, including bridal, editorial, and special effects makeup. Our courses also teach you the necessary business skills to run your own business.
Is it possible to become a makeup artist with no experience?
Absolutely! Our makeup artistry course will take you from beginner to expert by teaching you how to build your portfolio through hands-on practice. Check out our blog on how to become a certified makeup artist for more guidance.
Do makeup artists make good money?
Certainly! Experienced makeup artists can earn between AUD $40,000 to AUD $80,000 annually, and those who freelance or own businesses often surpass AUD $100,000.
Do you need a degree to become a makeup artist?
While a formal degree isn’t a prerequisite, completing our makeup artist course is crucial for gaining relevant skills and knowledge. Undertake legitimate training will help set you apart in this artistic field.
How long is a makeup artist course?
Embark on your makeup journey at your own pace with our online courses, spanning from 3 months to a year. Whether you’re looking for basic skills or comprehensive expertise, our flexible, self-paced structure caters to your unique learning needs. Check out our blog on how long it takes to become a makeup artist for more information.
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