10 Week - Saturday Makeup Course | Central School Of Makeup | Birmingham

Beginner Makeup Training in Birmingham – IMA Accredited
Spend your Saturdays learning professional makeup artistry on our 10-week Foundation Makeup Course. This IMA-accredited training is perfect for beginners or self-taught artists looking to upskill and gain a recognised qualification—without interrupting work or family life.

Held every Saturday in our Birmingham city centre studios, this hands-on course covers everything from day and evening looks to bridal makeup, including timeless skills like smoky eyes, winged liner, tattoo cover and waterproofing techniques.

Whether you're looking to start a freelance business, enter bridal or retail makeup, or build confidence in your artistry—this course gives you the perfect foundation. It's also the essential step before progressing onto our Creative or Editorial programmes.

You will be invoiced the remaining balance of £1040 14 days prior to your course start date.

You may be eligible to spread the cost of this course,  please contact us for further information.

Please ensure that you read the Terms & Conditions and complete the booking form prior to paying your deposit.

The Central School of Make-up is located in the heart of Birmingham’s Creative Quarter. Read more about where we are here.

Saturday

10.00am - 4.30pm

29/11/25*

Break for half term 25/10

Exam Date 30/11/25

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 (the colour wheel)

Correct application and choice of foundation

Contouring & Highlighting

Achieving perfect lips

Day make-up techniques

Evening make-up techniques

Social Media

Heavy Glam

Vintage make-up

Soft Glam

Classic Bridal make-up

Spotlight Eye

Application and blending of eye make-up

Waterproof / sweatproof Makeup

Body Makeup / Tattoo coverage

Eyebrow shaping

The application of false eyelashes both individual & strip

Client consultation techniques

Building your make-up kit

Freelance business advice

Bridal Freelance

Retail

Photographic 

Beauty salons

Hair Salons

Cosmetics companies, such as MAC, Bobbi Brown, Lancôme or Chanel

IMA lifelong registration

Examination Fee

IMA assessment book

Comprehensive IMA course notes

Beauty hygiene pack

NOT INCLUDED IN THE COURSE BUT RECOMMENDED:

PPE Pack including a visor and disposables

Brush Set 

Colour Wheel 

Stainless Steel Pallet & Spatula

ISOCLEAN Brush Cleaner 

These are available to purchase from our store as a starter pack or individually in our shop. 

FAQ's

Q: Do I need experience to take this course?
A: No experience is needed. This course is ideal for beginners or those looking to formalise existing skills.

Q: Can I take this course if I work full time?
A: Yes – this course runs on Saturdays only, making it ideal for those balancing work or family life.

Q: What qualification will I receive?
A: You will earn an IMA Foundation Certificate in Makeup Artistry, a respected and globally recognised credential.