Training for a hairdresser and make-up artist is possible both in higher and secondary educational institutions, as well as in specialized courses. After passing the exams, students receive a certificate or diploma, giving the right to independent work.
Hairdresser and makeup artist are highly sought-after and well-paid modern professions. Training in hairdressing and the art of visage opens up wide opportunities for creative self-realization and achieving financial well-being.
Training in makeup and hairdressing at the institute and college
Anyone wishing to become a hairdresser and make-up artist can choose the most appropriate form of training for themselves. Many colleges offer primary or secondary vocational education based on grades 9 or 11. Free and paid forms of full-time education are available to students. Those who have completed grade 11 can go to college or university for the specialty "Hairdressing". The principles of training students at the institute and college are practically the same: classes include theoretical training and practical exercises on dummies and invited models.
Initially, students gain general knowledge about the profession of a hairdresser and make-up artist, learn about the requirements for equipment, premises and tools. Mastering a profession is also impossible without knowledge of sanitary standards, because a lot depends on the observance of hygiene rules. Future hairdressers study women's and men's haircuts, methods and methods of coloring, rules for washing and massage the head, types of styling, principles of perm. Make-up artists are told about different types of appearance and types of make-up, they are taught to create a harmonious image with the help of decorative cosmetics.
In the classroom, the directions of modern fashion are necessarily considered and methods of correcting appearance with the help of haircuts and professional makeup are studied.
The term of study at the institute and college can vary from one year to four years, after which successful students receive a diploma of the established sample and can start independent work.
Make-up and hairdressing courses
An alternative form of training is paid courses for hairdressers-make-up artists at beauty studios or training centers. In the courses, a beginner can master a popular profession, and an experienced master can improve his qualifications under the guidance of a highly qualified specialist. The duration of the courses is usually 2 - 4 months, during which students receive basic theoretical and practical knowledge. Students should be attentive and collected, because in each lesson they have to absorb a large amount of information.
Those who are registered at the employment center can take training courses for hairdressers and make-up artists free of charge.
Upon completion of the training, students receive a certificate of completion of the courses, with which they can get a job in a hairdresser or beauty salon.
