Theatrical, Special Effects, Hair & Media Make-Up

at Cardiff and Vale College

Our VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Theatrical, Special Effects and Hair & Media Make-Up (QCF) is a technical level qualification for learners seeking a career as an employed and/or self-employed theatrical media make-up artist.

Students will work with performers to a high level of occupational ability, providing hair and make-up services in the media, theatre, performing arts, fashion and photographic industries. Studying in the College's dedicated facilities, this qualification is based on the hairdressing and beauty therapy standards of the NOS (National Occupational Standards), and is recognised by the UK's lead beauty therapy professional association (The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology - BABTAC) as being fit for purpose for preparing learners for a career as a professional theatrical media make-up artist.