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6 Day Advanced Certificate in Creative Makeup Techniques

Course Overview

This advanced level course is designed for trained makeup artist looking to take their skills to the next level. This course will prepare you for the competitive makeup industry by mastering the skills you will need to pursue your goals as a professional makeup artist.

Entry Requirements
▸ Minimum age: 16
▸ Career training for Advanced with prior experience.
▸ VISA required: Standard visit visa
▸ The team can assist students with accommodation options once they have enrolled.
▸ Intermediate level of English required. Full reading and writing skills in English are essential.

Course Dates

Mar 11 2026 - Mar 18 2026
May 13 2026 - May 20 2026
Jul 15 2026 - Jul 22 2026

Course Duration 6 Day Training

TIME:
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

WEEKDAYS

Course Level

Advanced

Course Location

Central London, Shoreditch

Course Fees £1,600

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AOFM Makeup Courses

6 Day Advanced Certificate in Creative Makeup Techniques

Course Overview This advanced level course is designed for trained makeup artist looking to take their skills to the next level. This course will prepare you for the competitive makeup industry by mastering the skills you will need to pursue your goals as a professional makeup artist.

Course Dates

Mar 11 2026 - Mar 18 2026
May 13 2026 - May 20 2026
Jul 15 2026 - Jul 22 2026

Course Duration 6 Day Training

TIME:
9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

WEEKDAYS

Course Level

Advanced

Course Location

Central London, Shoreditch

Course Fees £1,600

Apply Now

AOFM OFFERS EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS

TRAIN FROM INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP ARTISTS
All of our students train with ONLY presently working freelance makeup artists and guest teachers every day. Bringing you current skills and techniques, and with over 60 artists across our international schools, you’ll be spoiled for choice.

OUR STUDENTS TRAIN ONLY USING THE BEST BRANDS
At AOFM, we stock full pro and luxury brands in our classrooms to use. These include MAC, NARS, Charlotte Tilbury, Fenty Beauty, Bobbi Brown, Tom Ford, and many more.

EXCLUSIVE VIP PRIVATE SHOPPING TRIPS
Take advantage of our personal and private shopping trips with your mentors in stores like MAC, Charlotte Tilbury, Makeup Forever, NARS, and many more.

RECEIVE PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO BUILDING PHOTOSHOOTS
Professional photoshoots with PRO photographers and models covering Beauty, Fashion, and Creative Special FX for your most important tool, your portfolio!

ONE-TO-ONE ATTENTION
You will work closely with our academy manager while here and then have 24/7 access to communications with us as you embark on your career. We are always available to you whenever you need advice or guidance and look forward to you joining the #AOFMArmy.

ACCESS TO OUR GLOBAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR
Gain access to one-on-one masterclasses and guidance from our AOFM global director and head of education.

GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATES
AOFM school is highly regarded worldwide as the number one makeup school in Europe and Top 3 in the world to attend. You’ll also be able to take optional outstanding government qualifications such as CIBTAC, BABTAC, and City and Guilds OFQUAL.

FIRST-EVER SCHOOL WITH AN OPEN-DOOR POLICY
All students are welcome to rejoin us for a day or even take a seat on another course if they wish to continue practicing. We are here for as long as you need us. (subject to seat availability).

100’s OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENT DISCOUNTS
Take advantage of exclusive pro discounts on 300+ pro and luxury brands Including MAC, NARS, Makeup Forever, Charlotte Tilbury, Bobbi Brown, Tom Ford, YSL, and more.

(Please note that these are subject to availability and can change or be updated without prior notice.)

Practical Training

LUXURY & PRO BRANDS

MAKEUP PRODUCTS + TOOLS + PRO EQUIPMENT

AOFM courses include exclusive access to the academy’s fully stocked makeup showroom offering complete ranges and hundreds of Pro and luxury brand products including MAC, Nars, Make Up For Ever, Fenty Beauty, Charlotte Tilbury, Huda Beauty, Tom Ford, Bobbi Brown, Kevyn Aucoin, Dermalogica, and much more. This enables our students to have a thorough industry product knowledge upon course completion.

The Lesson Plan

Diploma in Advanced Creative Makeup Techniques + Portfolio Building

+ Tools and equipment

Qualification International Students Course Dates & Fee Structure

FEE DETAILS

6 Day Advanced Creative Techniques
a MAKEUP ARTISTRY MODULE

COURSE FEES
▸ Full Course Fee inclusive of VAT: £1,600

INCLUDED IN FEES
1. Career training in one Module.
2. Daily theoretical and practical sessions.
3. Use of a variety of Luxury and Pro cosmetic brands.
4. Disposables and Professional Equipment.
5. Photoshoot and portfolio building.
6. Industry contacts and business practices.
7. One-on-one reviews of their progress during the course.
8. A certificate in the “Advanced Creative Techniques in Makeup Artistry” by AOFM after successful completion.

OPTIONAL
+ An additional exam for one International Accredited Certificate: £100

NEW STUDENT ADMISSION

ENROLMENT PROCESS
1. Click “Apply Now” at the top of the page.
2. Expect a call within 24-48 business hours.
3. An interview is conducted by the International Admission Team.
4. If accepted, you will receive a formal email.
5. Seats are confirmed only after payment.

POLICY
1. Seat confirmation upon reciept of payment.

CLASSES
Time: 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Schedule: Weekdays
Accreditation Exam: To be confirmed

November : 19th November 2025 - 26th November 2025
Fully Booked
January : 21st January 2026 - 28th January 2026
Fully Booked
March : 11th March 2026 - 18th March 2026
Available to book
May : 13th May 2026 - 20th May 2026
Available to book
July : 15th July 2026 - 22nd July 2026
Available to book

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AOFM OFFERS EXCLUSIVE BENEFITS

TRAIN FROM INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP ARTISTS
All of our students train with ONLY presently working freelance makeup artists and guest teachers every day. Bringing you current skills and techniques, and with over 60 artists across our international schools, you’ll be spoiled for choice.

OUR STUDENTS TRAIN ONLY USING THE BEST BRANDS
At AOFM, we stock full pro and luxury brands in our classrooms to use. These include MAC, NARS, Charlotte Tilbury, Fenty Beauty, Bobbi Brown, Tom Ford, and many more.

EXCLUSIVE VIP PRIVATE SHOPPING TRIPS
Take advantage of our personal and private shopping trips with your mentors in stores like MAC, Charlotte Tilbury, Makeup Forever, NARS, and many more.

RECEIVE PROFESSIONAL PORTFOLIO BUILDING PHOTOSHOOTS
Professional photoshoots with PRO photographers and models covering Beauty, Fashion, and Creative Special FX for your most important tool, your portfolio!

ONE-TO-ONE ATTENTION
You will work closely with our academy manager while here and then have 24/7 access to communications with us as you embark on your career. We are always available to you whenever you need advice or guidance and look forward to you joining the #AOFMArmy.

ACCESS TO OUR GLOBAL EDUCATION DIRECTOR
Gain access to one-on-one masterclasses and guidance from our AOFM global director and head of education.

GLOBALLY RECOGNIZED QUALIFICATIONS AND CERTIFICATES
AOFM school is highly regarded worldwide as the number one makeup school in Europe and Top 3 in the world to attend. You’ll also be able to take optional outstanding government qualifications such as CIBTAC, BABTAC, and City and Guilds OFQUAL.

FIRST-EVER SCHOOL WITH AN OPEN-DOOR POLICY
All students are welcome to rejoin us for a day or even take a seat on another course if they wish to continue practicing. We are here for as long as you need us. (subject to seat availability).

100’s OF INTERNATIONAL STUDENT DISCOUNTS
Take advantage of exclusive pro discounts on 300+ pro and luxury brands Including MAC, NARS, Makeup Forever, Charlotte Tilbury, Bobbi Brown, Tom Ford, YSL, and more.

(Please note that these are subject to availability and can change or be updated without prior notice.)