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Certificate III in Make-Up


 National Code: SHB30221
 TAFE SA Code: TP01354


Course Type: School Students

2026 start

Description

TAFE SA's courses for school students are designed for students in Year 11 to Year 12. They provide the opportunity to learn specific industry skills and gain credit towards a nationally recognised qualification, all while students undertake their South Australian Certificate of Education (SACE).

The Certificate III in Make-Up is the ideal qualification to start your career in the make-up or beauty industry. You will learn a range of skills that will open the doors to the creative world of photography make-up and make-up artistry for various occasions. You will also learn how to work with clients and advise them on make-up and beauty products and services.
Duration
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36 week

Part Time

Up to 90 Stage 2 credits
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Adelaide City
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Murray Bridge Campus
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Western Technical College
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Berri
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Elizabeth
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Mount Gambier
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Noarlunga
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Port Lincoln
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Port Pirie
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On Campus/Location

On campus/location – learn in a classroom environment that gives you the opportunity to interact with your lecturer and fellow students in person.
Online

Online

Online – learn at your own pace, in your own space. Lecturer support will be provided via email and interaction with fellow students may be available via forums and chat groups. Online courses require access to a computer with an internet connection.
Blended

Blended

Blended – learn in a mixture of classroom and online environments. On campus learning will be scheduled but online learning can provide more flexibility. Lecturer support will be provided for all study. Access to a computer with an internet connection is required.
Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom

Virtual Classroom – online classes are delivered by Collaborate. Collaborate is a web-based online classroom collaboration tool that acts as a real-time virtual classroom.
Workplace

Workplace

Workplace – if you are currently employed in the industry but do not have a formal qualification TAFE SA can recognise the skills you already have. The duration of the course will be determined by your individual study plan.
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A course available to International students

Course Admission Requirements

You must be a school student undertaking SACE or equivalent, and meet the Flexible Industry Program eligibility criteria.

Course Delivery

  • Delivered one day per week over 36 weeks,
  • Dates, times, course units and training plans may vary for each delivery location,
  • The course is recommended for students to commence in Year 11,
  • Year 12 students are welcome to apply however will not complete the qualification by end of Year 12 which may impact SACE and ATAR,
  • At times, some courses may be combined with adults and/or apprentice classes,
  • Students who have successfully completed SHB20121 Certificate II in Retail Cosmetics in 2024 or 2025 could receive credit into up to 10 units of competence SHB30221 Certificate III in Make-up,
  • There will be approximately 3-5 hrs of self-paced study that will need to be done by the student independently.

Additional Information

Students are required to purchase a student equipment kit, approximately $300, provided by an external supplier (price subject to change). It is a requirement that a black shirt and black pants are worn as per workplace standards. An optional TAFE SA t-shirt is available for purchase (approximate cost $40).

Fees

Total Fees for the 36 week course
Subsidised co-payment
$1,458

Subsidised training will require applicants to meet eligibility criteria.

Fees may vary for each delivery location, depending on the subjects being offered, and are subject to change.

  • Employment Outcomes & Skills Covered

    Employment Outcomes

    Note: Completion of a TAFE SA course does not guarantee an employment outcome. Formal requirements other than educational qualifications (eg licensing, professional registration), may apply to some occupations.

    Qualifications & Skills Covered

    Certificate III in Make-Up (SHB30221)

    Note: Students who successfully complete only one or more units of competency but not the full qualification are eligible to receive a Statement of Attainment.

    90%*
    of TAFE SA graduates are satisfied with the overall quality of training.
    87%*
    of TAFE SA graduates would recommend their training.



    * 2023 NCVER Student Outcomes Survey findings

  • Course Units

    Below is a list of all units that TAFE SA can offer in this qualification. The selection of elective units you will be enrolled into depends on the campus you attend, and the qualification packaging rules described on www.training.gov.au.

    Not all elective units listed below must necessarily be completed to achieve your qualification.

    Core

    Name Nominal Hours
    Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices 40
    Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment 45
    Design and apply creative make-up 50
    Design and apply make-up 45
    Design and apply make-up for photography 30
    Maintain ethical and professional standards when using social media and online platforms 50
    Provide salon services to clients 30
    Research and apply beauty industry information 20

    Elective

    Name Nominal Hours
    Advise on beauty products and services 30
    Conduct salon financial transactions 25
    Design and apply remedial camouflage make-up 35
    Greet and prepare clients for salon services 10
    Maintain infection control standards 75
    Sell to the retail customer 20
    Use social media and online tools 35

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