Online Diploma of Screen and Media in Specialist Make-up Services
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Overview
QUALIFICATION NAME + COSTS
Diploma of Screen and Media in Specialist Make-up Services
CUA51020
$16,800
VET Student Loans available now with no upfront costs.
Interest-free Payment Plans available
CAMPUSES AND STUDY MODE
Online
This course is taught online and you will have access to learning materials via our online learning portal, Canvas LMS, and industry expert trainers who will host virtual classroom activities throughout each module.
PRE-REQUISITES
- Completed Year 10 (or equivalent)
- No ATAR required
- Minimum age requirement of 16
- We encourage you to complete the Makeup Fundamentals online short course prior to undertaking the Diploma of Screen and Media in Specialist Makeup Services
START DATES
27 January 2025
21 April 2025
14 July 2025
DURATION
Part Time – 24 Months
Study 1 module per term. Each term is 12 weeks in duration. You should expect a minimum of 12 hours per week study commitment.
Full Time – 12 Months
Study 2 modules per term. Each term is 12 weeks in duration. You should expect a minimum of 24 hours per week study commitment.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This is a nationally recognised qualification CUA51020 Diploma of Screen and Media in Specialist Makeup Services
- Ask about Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) and Credit Transfer options to reduce your study time and costs
- To participate in this course, you will require hair and makeup products and equipment. AACM will provide detailed kit lists with supplier options to purchase the products you need
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This is what it’s all about
Get ready for a big, non-stop, action packed course! The Diploma of Screen and Media in Specialist Make-up Services covers makeup and hair for film, television, fashion, editorial and special effects and is one of the highest qualification you can receive in Australia. For those passionate about the art of makeup effects, character and creature makeup, the Diploma of Screen and Media is the course for you.
This course also gives you all the skills and knowledge you’ll need to start working immediately. If you dream of being a makeup artist or having the ability to work in any makeup industry, this is the course for you!
Welcome to the ultimate makeup diploma where you will be trained by respected industry professionals.
This is what you get
- Access to our online learning portal for all your digital learning resources
- Interactive, live class sessions and presentations
- Practical presentations with industry experts
- Interactive forums and discussion groups
- Ongoing online learning support from your trainers
- Professional supplier makeup discounts
- Work experience opportunities
- Access to our Alumni and industry network
- On successful completion you will receive a Statement of Attainment and your nationally recognised qualification certificate
The Diploma of Screen and Media course offers a broad range of skills and techniques, which increases your employment opportunities in a diverse range of industries such as:
- Film and television makeup artist, hair stylist
- Editorial, fashion and photographic makeup artist
- Freelance hair and makeup artist
- SPFX artist
- Retail makeup artist
- Bridal and formal makeup artist
This comprehensive Diploma is taught by our highly skilled, industry respected and award winning trainers and will take your career to that next level.
Our trainers actually work in the fashion, editorial, film and television industry and have deep connections within the industry. This not only provides a unique learning opportunity but also keeps the course up to date including the latest industry trends and requirements.
A few movies our trainers have worked on:
- Australia
- Aquaman
- Thor: Ragnarok
- Wolverine X-men Origins
- Truth
- Pirates of the Caribbean: Dead Men Tell No Tales
- Fools Gold
- Superman Returns
- Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
- 30 Days of Night
- Mary Poppins the Musical
- Peter Pan
- Nim’s Island
- Ghost Ship
- House of Wax
- Hunters TV Series
- The Inbetweeners
- Kong: Skull Island
- Aquamarine
Through our AACM Alumni Community we provide ongoing opportunities for work experience, employment, networking and lifelong learning. We continue to mentor and support graduates, opening up our industry network, contacts and opportunities. AACM Alumni receive special offers on AACM courses and continue to receive discounts and benefits from our industry partners.
The Alumni Community is providing our graduates a platform to discuss techniques, share their experience, enhance their network, connect with members, publish news and to share job opportunities where available. AACM is regularly contacted for work experience and paid opportunities and we advertise these exclusively to our Alumni Community.
This is what you will learn
Diploma of Screen and Media: Online Delivery – Order of Completion
- CUAPPR515 – Establish and maintain safe creative practice
- CUAMUP411 – Design, apply and remove make-up
- SHBHDES004 – Create classic long hair up-styles
- CUAMUP413 – Style hair for productions
- SHBBMUP010 – Design and Apply makeup for photography
- BSBMKG546 – Develop social media engagement plans
- CUAIND412 – Provide Freelance services
- CUAMUP412 – Maintain make-up and hair continuity
- CUAMUP414 – Style wigs and hairpieces for productions
- CUAPPR411 – Realise a creative project
- CUAIND512 – Enhance professional practice to apply creative arts industry knowledge
- CUARES412 – Conduct research
- CUAMUP512 – Design and apply specialised make-up
- CUAMUP513 – Design and apply special make-up effects
- CUADES511 – Implement design solutions
What is else required?
To participate in this course, you will require hair and makeup products and equipment. AACM will provide detailed kit lists with supplier options to purchase the products you need. Each supplier offers Afterpay or Zip Pay options also.
We have put together a range of student kits. Prices are only indicative.
- Module 1 and 2: Hair and Makeup Kit from $1,350
- Module 4: Wigs Kit from $310
- Module 7 and 8: Special Effects Kit from $511
Additional resources are required to successfully complete all assessments and obtain your qualification.
- Desktop, tablet or mobile phone to access our learning platform
- Reliable internet connection, suitable to view videos
- Models to practice on and for assessments
- Camera/smartphone to take photos for a portfolio of work
- Video recording device/smartphone for practical assessments
- A safe and well-lit workstation, including a mirror
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Your Payment Option
VET Student Loans – or short VSL – is a loan scheme provided by the Australian Government and designed to help eligible students to pay for their tuition fees. If you are an eligible student, the guaranteed government loan will help you to make your dream to become a professional Makeup Artist come true.
Only selected quality providers are VSL approved and AACM is proud to be able to offer access to VSL. We acknowledge that tuition fees are a barrier for course entry, the ability to take out a VET Student Loan will ease the financial pressure and will enable you to focus on your studies.
VET Student Loans is a loan and your VET Student Loan debt (VSL debt) must be paid back at the relevant repayment rate when your repayment income is above the compulsory repayment threshold. Additional loan fees may apply.
Please visit our VSL Info Page for more information.
The interest free payment option for you paying your course off while you are studying. You can opt to pay in weekly, fortnightly or monthly instalments. Our standard payment plans are designed to pay off your course fees over the duration of your course so you can graduate debt free.
Queensland’s Higher Level Skills program provides eligible students with access to subsidised training in the Diploma of Screen and Media. The principal aim is to help students gain the higher-level skills required to secure employment or career advancement in a priority industry or transition to university to continue their studies.
You may receive a subsidy towards your Diploma of Screen and Media if you:
- are 15 years or older and no longer at school;
- permanently reside in Queensland;
- are an Australian citizen, Australian permanent resident (includes humanitarian entrant), temporary resident with the necessary visa and work permits on the pathway to permanent residency, or a New Zealand citizen; and
- not hold, and not be enrolled in, a certificate IV or higher-level qualification, not including qualifications completed at school and foundation skills training.
Non-concessional fees:
If you are eligible, you will pay the following student co-contribution fee towards your course fees:
| Per subject | Number of subjects | Total student co-contribution |
| $800 | 15 | $12 000 |
No deposit required, the remaining student co-contribution of $12 000 can be paid on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly payment plan or using VET Student Loans (if eligible).
Concessional fees:
If you are eligible, you will pay the following student co-contribution fee towards your course fees:
| Per subject | Number of subjects | Total student co-contribution |
| $706.66 | 15 | $10 600 |
No deposit required, the remaining student co-contribution of $10 600 can be paid on a weekly, fortnightly or monthly payment plan or using VET Student Loans (if eligible).
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What our students and graduates say about us
The Diploma of Screen and Media covers a lot of the skills in the makeup industry. As I always knew I wanted to be a makeup artist, I never knew what path I wanteds to take. I’ve learnt so much from AACM and have discovered a lot of my creativity/skills that I did not know about as well as opened up heaps of opportunity. Amazing school, would recommend to everyone 🙂
Bailey V, Graduate
Small class sizes and wonderful teachers who are very supportive with assessments and willing to spend time with us to perfect things. Already had job opportunities through this course… I feel like they really want us to succeed. I feel qualified and confident to enter the industry. If you are interested in makeup as a full time job or wanting to learn prosthetics for cinema, this is the best place to study.
Sally W, Graduate
We have great teachers who are still working in the field that know updated information and are passionate about what they do and helping us along the way and make it fun! Doing this course is the best decision I ever made, coming here twice a week is the highlight of my week.
Chelsee J, Student
I moved from Perth (to Brisbane) just so I could specifically study at this school with this course. I haven’t regretted any of it; I’ve gained some great friends and have had so many great opportunities so far, I can’t wait for the next ones.
Meghan S, Student
A perfect course for anyone wanting to get into fashion, film and editorial makeup. The trainers are all working artists with so much experience and wisdom. I have developed a serious edge over other makeup artists. You cover everything!
Lauren O, Graduate
The trainers are really into it what they are doing, had lots of experience. Classes were really fun and engaging … This has been the most engaging and enjoyable course that I have done in a long time.
Tahira Mc, Student
Course Recognition
As a Registered Training Organisation under ASQA (RTO 31527), our certificate and diploma level courses are nationally recognized qualifications, which are issued to students after successful completion of a course. The programs are structured in line with National Training Packages, for more information about us and our courses please visit training.gov.au. For more information about our regulatory body, please visit ASQA.
Some short courses offered from time to time may not be recognized courses. Please visit the relevant course pages on our webpage to find our more or contact us to clarify.
