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The Central School of Make Up

// M O N D A Y S // 12 Week Foundation Course

£240.00 GBP
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Course fee £1500

Part-Time Course

IMA Foundation Makeup Course – Part-Time (Mondays)

 

Course Fee: £1,500 Deposit: £240 

Part-Time Professional Makeup Course

Next course dates:
26 January – 27 April 2026
(Mondays only, with breaks for Half Term and Easter)

This 12-week, Monday-only course is designed for those working in beauty, hair, retail or other industries who want to gain professional makeup skills without interrupting their weekday schedule. You’ll receive hands-on training from industry professionals and build the essential techniques needed to start or develop a career as a makeup artist.

Who Is This Course For?

This course is ideal if you:

  • Are a complete beginner
  • Already do makeup but want to refine and formalise your skills
  • Need a flexible course that fits around full-time work or family life
  • Want to move into freelance, bridal or retail makeup artistry

What You’ll Learn

Core techniques

  • Tools of the trade & product knowledge
  • Cleansing procedures
  • Hygiene and safety
  • Skin analysis, face shapes and skin tones
  • Colour correcting and concealing
  • Warming and cooling colours (colour wheel theory)
  • Correct application and selection of foundation
  • Contouring and highlighting
  • Achieving perfect lips

Day, evening & occasion looks

  • Day makeup techniques
  • Evening makeup techniques
  • Classic bridal makeup
  • Asian bridal makeup
  • Heavy glam makeup
  • Soft glam looks
  • Spotlight / halo eye

Eyes, brows & lashes

  • Application and blending of eye makeup
  • Application of eyeliners 
  • Eyebrow shaping
  • Application of false eyelashes (individual and strip)

Professional skills

  • Client consultation techniques
  • Building your professional makeup kit
  • Create a business plan
  • Freelance business advice

Assessments & Qualification

As part of the course you will:

  • Sit a theory exam
  • Complete a practical exam
  • Submit coursework, including research projects and a business plan

On successful completion, you will receive the IMA Foundation Certificate in Makeup Artistry, a respected and globally recognised qualification.

Course Dates & Timetable

  • Day: Mondays
  • Dates: 26 January – 27 April 2026
  • Breaks: Half Term and Easter (no classes on those dates)

Fees & Payment Options

  • Course fee: £1,500
  • Deposit to secure your place: £240
  • Remaining balance: £1,260 (invoiced 14 days before the course start date)

 

Interest-free payment options are available via the school. You can also choose to spread the cost of the balance over 3 months. To check eligibility (without affecting your credit score), please email:  office@centralschoolofmakeup.co.uk. Learn more about payment plans here. 

Please ensure you read our Terms & Conditions and complete the booking form before paying your deposit.

Got a holiday booked and worried you’ll miss a class?
No problem – we can usually help you catch up your session. Please contact us to discuss options.

What’s Included in the Course Fees

  • Awarding Body lifelong registration
  • Examination fee
  • Awarding Body assessment book
  • Comprehensive course notes
  • Access to our online school with additional tutorials beyond your in-person training
  • Beauty hygiene pack

Recommended but Not Included

The following items are not included in the course fee but are recommended:

  • PPE pack (including visor and disposables)
  • Brush set
  • Colour wheel
  • Stainless steel palette & spatula
  • ISOCLEAN brush cleaner

These can be purchased from our store as a starter pack or individually in our shop.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of this course typically progress into roles such as:

  • Bridal freelance makeup artist
  • Social media / beauty influencer
  • Retail makeup artist

Photographic makeover studios

  • Beauty salons
  • Hair salons
  • Roles with cosmetics brands (e.g. MAC, Bobbi Brown, Lancôme, Chanel)

FAQs

Do I need experience to take this course?
No experience is needed. This course is ideal for beginners or those looking to formalise existing skills.
Can I take this course if I work full time?
Yes. The course runs on Mondays only, making it ideal for those balancing work or family life.
What qualification will I receive?
You will earn an IMA Foundation Certificate in Makeup Artistry, an internationally recognised qualification.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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