Complete Makeup Artist Program & Courses – CMU Toronto

Learn the full breadth of professional makeup fundamentals, from SFX makeup design, to practical hair & makeup application for film, television & fashion.

OVERVIEW

Program Duration: 35 Weeks

OSAP Eligible: Yes

Upcoming Start Dates:

  • September 27, 2021 (Few spots left)
  • October 25, 2021 (Filling fast)
  • January 10, 2022 (Accepting Applications)
  • February 7, 2022 (Accepting Applications)
  • March 7, 2022 (Accepting Applications)
  • May 16, 2022 (Accepting Applications)

Please note that all programs and schedules are subject to change.

FEES

Tuition Fee: $19,300

Student Kit*: $6700

Textbook Fee*: $100

International Students: A $2,500 fee will be added to your tuition.

*HST of 13% is applicable to all student kit and textbook fees.

Note: All our prices are in Canadian Dollars (CAD).

COMPLETE MAKEUP ARTIST PROGRAM FEATURES

CMU is proud to be the only institution in North America to offer training in all 8 disciplines of practical makeup artistry in an intensive 8-month program. With the skills learned in this intensive makeup artist training program, career opportunities are endless. Graduates are equipped with the knowledge and skills to work in fashion, film or theatre, build their own brand and online influence, or in prosthetics design and special effects labs.

DID YOU KNOW?

The film unions IATSE and NABET both have chapters in Toronto. These unions represent makeup artists and other industry professionals. Many CMU alumni are members of IATSE and/or NABET. They have found work on the sets of major Hollywood productions, international productions and within prestigious special effects labs.

CAREER PATH

CMU Toronto’s Complete Makeup Artist Program is a great fit if you’re looking for a career in:

  • Fashion makeup artistry
  • Bridal makeup artistry
  • Prosthetics design and application
  • Creature design
  • Special effects makeup (SFX Makeup)
  • Film and Television makeup artistry

Is Professional Makeup Artistry School Right for You?

Take our quiz to find out!

The fun, online quiz takes 3 minutes to complete and you’ll get a personalized report. Identify your strengths and social style plus the training and positions you’re best suited for. Take our quiz to find out!

EMPLOYABILITY SKILLS

  • Communication – ability to communicate clearly and effectively with clients and co-workers through verbal, written and visual means.
  • Critical thinking/problem solving – ability to anticipate, respond and provide solutions for problems and challenges in work environment
  • Information management – ability to locate, organize, interpret and document information.
  • Interpersonal skills – ability to work collaboratively with others, recognizing the diversity of strengths in co-workers, respect for opinions and the value of contributions of others.
  • Personal skills – ability to manage time and resources effectively, take initiative and make decisions.

Ready to kickstart your career as a makeup artist in Toronto, and beyond? To learn more about makeup artistry courses and programs offered through Canada’s leading Makeup Artist College (and for a detailed breakdown of makeup artist course fees), please reach out to CMU Admissions.

COURSES INCLUDED IN THE COMPLETE MAKEUP ARTIST DIPLOMA PROGRAM

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