Hair Design
Elevate your hair design skills
and complete any makeup look.
Program Overview
This six-week program provides hands-on training in hair braiding, styling, updos, and backcombing. Students explore a variety of techniques suitable for different hair lengths and textures, while learning to coordinate hairstyles with makeup for seamless, professional results.
Key Outcomes
Master Braiding & Styling
Learn to braid, twist, and create updos for all hair lengths and textures.
Updos for Every Occasion
Craft elegant hairstyles for weddings, events, and photoshoots.
Coordinate Hair & Makeup
Design cohesive looks that perfectly complement makeup styles.
Hands-On Experience
Practice real-world techniques with professional guidance.
Creative Exploration
Discover trends, develop your own style, and experiment with new techniques.
Program Information
Program Costs
Application Fee
$20.00
Tuition Fee
$990.00
Not included in tuition fees: Kit is not included; students receive a list of items to purchase independently.
All products, kits, and supplies are subject to change without prior notice at the company’s discretion.
Program Hours & Length
Program Hours: 48
Weeks: 6
Schedule: 8 hours/day, 1 day a week.
Start Dates
2026
Oct 31 to Dec 5 (Saturdays 9 AM – 6 PM)
Admission Requirements
- Open to anyone interested in hair design; no prior experience required.
- Submit a completed Student Application Form and Admissions Questionnaire (available in paper or online formats).










Curriculum
Film Makeup Masters Program Modules
Makeup Fundamentals - Film (100 hours)
Students who successfully complete this course will have the knowledge and skills to apply makeup for television and film, as well as trending makeup for music videos.
Students will obtain significant insight into the inner workings of the makeup department while learning vital information and strategies to succeed in this booming field.
To complete this module, students will apply makeup for actors’ demo reels using their newly acquired knowledge and skill set.
Airbrushing and Body Makeup (60 hours)
Students who successfully complete this course will have a thorough understanding of how to handle an airbrush safely and professionally. This lesson will cover both strategies for creating eye-catching fantasy looks and realistic approaches employed in the film business. Students will learn about several kinds of airbrush guns, compressor theory, and product knowledge. Students will also develop knowledge of character design and colour theory.
Makeup for Stage and Set (40 hours)
Upon successful completion of this course, students will have gained the knowledge and skillset to work on theatre productions.
Students will understand the fundamental differences between theatrical productions and television/film productions, as well as how these variances affect makeup design.
Students will build confidence in various makeup applications and use their abilities in a real theater show through hands-on experience.
Special Makeup Effects Fundamentals (120 hours)
Students who successfully complete this course will have a broad awareness of makeup effects products as well as a thorough comprehension of how various materials can be employed and the circumstances surrounding product selection.
This module teaches students how to fabricate amazing 2D and 3D effects from products found in their kits as opposed to creating pre-made prosthetics. Because of their speed and low cost, these techniques are essential for a makeup artist who specialize in film makeup.
Students will learn how to create realistic effects such as building a ventilated moustache, beard laying, applying the most frequent injury simulations, dirt application, blood application, bald cap creation, and more.
Prosthetic Arts (600 hours)
Students who successfully complete this course will be able to bring their makeup effect characters to life. Students will develop and practice their new and exciting skills in character design, Life casting, sculpting, molding, running and application techniques.
This course begins with the most used small makeup effects and progresses to the creation of many full character designs. The concepts and applications studied in this course will provide the student with a substantial amount of hands-on practical experience, which is required to acquire confidence and enhance skill level. This course is designed to provide students with vital knowledge and practical skills for working on set as a special effects makeup
artist as well as making prosthetics in the shop.
Students will use new and difficult techniques to hone their previously learned skills in casting, sculpting, and molding. Students will learn how to make blood rigging (a prosthetic wound that can bleed on camera), a realistic prop silicone arm, and a full-head foam latex character in this course! This portion of the course will teach students advanced techniques for working on set and in a makeup effects lab/shop.
Film project (60 hours)
Students completing this course will be able to create a character breakdown, makeup design, and budget for a short film.
Depending on the storyline, this module may feature both straight makeup and makeup effects. Students will collaborate with the acting department to develop the aesthetics, as well as create the necessary prosthetics for the film in the “lab.”
The course will finish with filming days on set, a call sheet, and IMDB credit. This opportunity provides students with the opportunity to learn and grow as artists while working as a team. Each call sheet may be used for a Union application.
Career development (20 hours)
This course will visit essential tools of a strong business plan.
It will give the students the opportunity to review and update the students’ resume, cover letter, and portfolio as necessary, as well as developing a strong professional identity online will assure that students are ready to join their fellow working alumni.
Students also gain extensive knowledge of the Unions in British Columbia and the steps it will take to achieve membership.
Curriculum
MAKEUP FUNDAMENTALS • HAIR DESIGN • BRIDAL MAKEUP • HIGH FASHION EDITORIAL • HIGH FASHION RUNWAY • CAREER DEVELOPMENT • MAKEUP & PHOTOGRAPHY LEVEL 1 • PHOTO THEORY • MAKEUP & PHOTOGRAPHY LEVEL 2
NIC’s Professional Makeup Artist curriculum focuses on practical experience, creativity, and portfolio-building.
Students work on a wide variety of projects, including bridal, editorial, fashion, and photography makeup. Hair design, advanced beauty techniques, and career development modules ensure graduates leave with the skills, confidence, and professional portfolio to succeed in the beauty industry.
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education & Future Skills.
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Learn to create beautiful hairstyles for any occasion, master braiding and updos, and develop the professional skills to succeed in the beauty industry.
Apply now to secure your spot in this part-time, hands-on program and start designing with confidence.