Certificate IV In Screen And Media

Begin your career in specialist make-up services

Keen to pursue a career in the make-up industry?

Develop your skills in the design and application of fashion make-up and hair, explore the latest trends and techniques, and gain an understanding of occupational health and safety procedures. The course structure is based on an integration of theory and practical skills. Once completed, this nationally recognised qualification will provide a pathway to the Diploma of Screen and Media specialising in specialist make-up services.

TIMETABLE
Berwick: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9am - 3pm
Dandenong: Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 9am - 3pm
Flinders Lane: Tuesday 5.30pm - 9pm and Thursday, Friday 9am - 5pm

Duration: One to two years. Students will be required to attend class six hours per week minimum for 10 weeks each term.

Please note: This course is for students interested in specialist make-up and hair. We also offer the Certificate IV in Screen and Media CUA41215 for students in film and TV production. You can view the course here.

Course code: CUA41215
On campus: Dandenong, Flinders Lane, Berwick
Online: Not available Online
International: Not available for International students
Length: Full Time, 20 weeks.
Commencing: Dandenong: February, April, July; Berwick: February; Flinders Lane: April, September.

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During this course you’ll learn bridal make-up through to high fashion/catwalk and photography hair and make-up, wig making, period make-up, remedial camouflage, airbrushing and cosmetic tanning.

Experienced teachers, who are experts in the field, will guide you through the program, which involves a combination of theoretical study and practical experience.

Chisholm TAFE is the largest provider of tertiary and vocational education in Melbourne's south east. With state-of-the-art facilities, professional training and support, you'll enjoy studying at Chisholm. So why wait? Enquire now.

Sample study units

Unit code	Unit Description
BSBCMM401	Make a presentation
BSBCRT402	Collaborate in a creative process
BSBDES403	Develop and extend design skills and practice
BSBSMB301	Investigate micro business opportunities
CUAMUP404	Style wigs and hairpieces for performances or productions
CUAMUP401	Design, apply and remove make-up
CUAWHS302	Apply work health and safety practices
BSBCRT301	Develop and extend critical and creative thinking skills
CUAMUP402	Maintain make-up and hair continuity
CUAMUP403	Style hair for performances or productions
BSBCRT401	Articulate, present and debate ideas
SHBBMUP004	Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up

Career pathways

Nationally recognised training	Certificate IV In Screen And Media	Diploma Of Screen And Media
Possible job outcome	freelance makeup artist cosmetic consultant	specialist make-up artist

Skills recognition

Did you know that your current skills, knowledge and experience can help you get a qualification.

Find out more about skills recognition and RPL.
Admission requirements

No formal requirements

Fees

Fees
Fees and charges	Concession card holder or dependant	Government subsidised	Full-fee-paying student
Maximum full course tuition fee* (GST exempt)	$769.30	$3846.50	$8478.00
Materials fee (GST inc)	$1658.63	$1658.63	$1658.63
Student Services and Amenities fee (GST inc and payable each calendar year)	$75.00	$175.00	$175.00
Ancillary fee (payable each calendar year)	$25.00	$25.00	$25.00
Total	$2527.93	$5705.13	$10336.63

*The student tuition fees as published are subject to change given individual circumstances at enrolment. Material fees are also subject to change given individual circumstances. Find out about help with fees.

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Payment plans

At Chisholm, you can spread your tuition costs over the year by making part payments via direct debit on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly basis. Payment plans are available for local students enrolling in certificate level courses only. Read more about payment plans.

Scholarships

Annual scholarships may be available to eligible students suffering financial hardship through the Caroline Chisholm Education Foundation. Find our more about the scholarships, which to date have supported more than 150 students with grants ranging from a few hundred dollars to a few thousand, depending on circumstance and the area of study.

Government-subsidised training

Check here to see if you are eligible for government-subsidised training. Training to eligible students is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding.