International Makeup Programs
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP ESSENTIALS
CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
PROGRAM NAME: International Makeup Essentials
CREDENTIAL: Certificate
TOTAL HOURS OF TRAINING: 140 hours
PROGRAM SCHEDULE OPTIONS:
A. Full-Time, Accelerated:
Monday to Fridays, 40 hours a week = Program length of 3.5 weeks
B. Full-Time, Regular: Mon to Wed or Wed to Fri schedule options, 20 hours a week = Program length of 7 weeks
COURSES - PROGRAM LEVELS
LEVEL 1: Makeup Artistry 1 = 80 hours
LEVEL 2: Bridal Makeup = 40 hours
LEVEL 3: Bridal Hair = 20 hours
TOTAL HOURS = 140 hours
Note: the order of these Program levels may vary
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP STUDIO
DIPLOMA PROGRAM
PROGRAM NAME: International Makeup Studio
CREDENTIAL: Diploma
TOTAL HOURS OF TRAINING: 400 hours
PROGRAM SCHEDULE OPTIONS:
A. Full-Time, Accelerated: Monday to Fridays, 40 hours a week = Program length of 12 weeks
B. Full-Time, Regular: Mon to Wed or Wed to Fri schedule options, 20 hours a week = Program length of 24 weeks
COURSES - PROGRAM LEVELS
LEVEL 1: Makeup Artistry 1 = 80 hours
LEVEL 2: Bridal Makeup = 40 hours
LEVEL 3: Bridal Hair = 20 hours
LEVEL 4: Intro to Art & Technology = 20 hours
LEVEL 5: Fashions in Makeup & Photographic Makeup = 80 hours
LEVEL 6: Airbrushing = 60 hours
LEVEL 7: Fashions in Makeup: High Fashion & Cutting Edge Makeup = 60 ho urs
LEVEL 8: Cosmetic Retailing and Resume = 20 hours
LEVEL 9: Art & Technology = 20 hours
TOTAL HOURS = 400 hours
Note: the order of these Program levels may vary
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP ESSENTIALS | 140 HOURS
Important Details:
• Registration is open for Domestic Students (Canadian Citizens, Landed Immigrants and Permanent Residents of Canada)
• Registration is open for international students
• Highly interactive classroom environment, professional photo shoots and practical hands-on learning
• Students are working on each other as models on a continual rotation; students must be comfortable having makeup applied on them and applying makeup on others
• Due to the shorter course length, a study visa is not required for this program; international students can attend this course if they are travelling here on holidays, on a work visa or have a study permit and are studying at another college or university and wish to take this program during their scheduled breaks
• Students in the International Makeup Essentials, Certificate program do not qualify for the additional Work Co-op program and are not eligible to legally work in Canada during their studies
• This program is not eligible for Canada Student Loan funding, for Domestic Students
• Students can upgrade to the International Makeup Diploma program
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP STUDIO | 400 HOURS
Important Details:
• Registration is open for Domestic Students (Canadian Citizens, Landed Immigrants and Permanent Residents of Canada)
• Registration is open for international students
• Highly interactive classroom environment, professional photo shoots and practical hands-on learning
• Students are working on each other as models on a continual rotation; students must be comfortable having makeup applied on them and applying makeup on others
• This program is eligible for Canada Student Loan funding, for Domestic Students
• Since the program length is six months or less, international students have the option of attending with or without a study permit.
• If you decide to apply for a study permit, then you are legally allowed to work in Canada for up to 20 hours of week, outside of your studies
• Students who register for the International Makeup Studio, Diploma program, that has a six month program length and who are on study permit, also have the option of adding on a six month Work Co-op. Those who register for the accelerated International Makeup Studio, Diploma program on the compressed schedule of 3 months are not eligible for Work Co-op
• Students can upgrade to the Global Makeup Diploma Program
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP PROGRAMS
“Blanche Macdonald is the Harvard of Makeup”
– Eve Pearl, five- time Emmy Award Winner for Outstanding Makeup
Makeup is more than a creative career. It is a multi-billion dollar global industry full of endless career opportunities. Train for a professional career in a field you love.
If you are a student hoping to study Makeup at a prestigious North American College, our Makeup programs have been designed by our two-time Emmy Award-winning Makeup Director, Todd McIntosh. Contributing educators who continually upgrade and update our curriculum include internationally-recognized Artists and Blanche Macdonald Makeup graduates and instructors, Jon Hennessey, Timothy Hung and Farah Hasan.
Invest in your career, discover your creativity and build your skills, in one of the most cosmopolitan, safe and naturally beautiful cities in the world, Vancouver, Canada.
Our Makeup Programs have a proven history of producing successful Professional Makeup Artists. In one of the busiest entertainment production centres in the world, Vancouver has been dubbed “Hollywood North”. You will be taught the theory, craft, application and business of Makeup by our incredible team of award-winning expert instructors.
Fresh from fashion shows and photo shoots, the sets of major film and television productions, the boardrooms of global makeup brands and international social media collaborations, our instructors’ insider expertise provides an unparalleled education in Fashion, Beauty and Bridal Makeup.
Whether you are new to makeup or already have some experience, we will train you to become a Makeup Professional. You will discover North American beauty, experience Canadian culture and meet global experts.
You’ll discover a community of artists and make new friends from around the world – all while learning the art and business of global makeup.
ABOUT BLANCHE MACDONALD
WHO WE ARE
Since 1960, the Blanche Macdonald Centre has offered the highest quality training in Makeup Artistry. We have a rich heritage with a history of proven educational excellence. We remain on the cutting edge, with continual innovation of our programs. Today we are recognized as the leading Makeup college in Canada.
The Blanche Macdonald Centre is a hub of creativity. We are a globallyrenowned college with three campuses, a retail store and salon. We offer a boutique college experience with a welcoming, family atmosphere. We provide every student with the guidance and tools to build a professional makeup career. We embrace diversity, and encourage excellence by nurturing and supporting each one of our students throughout their education, and beyond.
GLOBAL REPUTATION, GLOBAL CONNECTIONS
Blanche Macdonald is recognized globally for producing top industry professionals. Our faculty and graduates have received international accolades and awards including Emmy, Gemini and Leo Awards for Outstanding Makeup. They have worked with prestigious global brands including MAC, Make Up For Ever, Pat McGrath, Alexander McQueen, Anna Sui, Maison Margiela, Christian Dior, Louis Vuitton and many others. Their work has been featured in major international films and television programs, on the runways of Paris, New York and Milan, and on the covers of global magazines including Vogue, Vanity Fair, Harper’s Bazaar and Elle.
Many students who have graduated from our Makeup Programs are now successfully working around the world as top Makeup Artists. They have built their own careers in Fashion and Wedding Makeup, in TV & Film, or as business entrepreneurs.
DESIGNATION
The Blanche Macdonald Centre is a Designated Learning Institution with Citizenship and Immigration Canada. Our College holds a Designation Certificate with British Columbia’s Education Quality Assurance (EQA), issued by the provincial government of British Columbia, Canada, under the authority of the Ministry of Advanced Education.
The EQA designation is Canada’s first and only provincial brand of quality for post-secondary education.
It indicates that a post-secondary institution meets or exceeds the provincial government’s quality education standards. The Blanche Macdonald Centre’s EQA designation is recognized globally as a symbol of quality education and consumer protection. Our Designated Learning Institution Number is O19257719332.
We hold a Designation Certificate issued by the government of British Columbia under the authority of the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB). We have undergone a rigorous government accreditation process that ensures compliance with quality standards and a safe and well-organized administrative support network.
PROGRAM OVERVIEW
Our Makeup Programs will transform you into a Makeup Professional, poised to embark on a rewarding career. In hands-on classes you will learn professional techniques and develop your technical ability through extensive practical application. Our award-winning instructors will teach you the art and business of professional makeup and prepare you to enter the booming industry.
Our progressive and dynamic curriculum combines demonstrations and industry field trips with hands on practice and creative projects, preparing you for professional photo shoots, fashion shows, weddings, model portfolios, music videos, and special events. Graduates will emerge with a broad knowledge of makeup skills, techniques and products, along with the outstanding communication, design and selfmarketing skills needed for a successful career.
Upon graduation you will earn a Canadian Diploma (or Certificate) in Makeup, and be ready to begin your career as a Makeup Professional.
HANDS-ON CLASSES
Our International Makeup Studio Program focuses on practical work and visual learning rather than theory and written work. You’ll collaborate with fellow students on creative projects. You’ll experience real-life makeup environments, from retail to fashion shows to live demos. You’ll take part in professional photo shoots for your own Portfolio, produced to a high industry standard.
EXPERT INSTRUCTORS
The Director of our Makeup Program is Emmy-Award Winning makeup master Todd McIntosh. He has created our industry-leading curriculum. Our incredible team of instructors includes Emmy Award winners, industry experts and globally-renowned professionals. Their work has appeared in major publications and on productions and runways around the world. Each one brings a lifetime of professional experience to our classrooms.
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
The International Makeup Programs feature the same high standard of instructors and curriculum as our other Makeup Programs.
All programs are taught in English. The delivery of the International Makeup programs emphasize practical hands-on learning.
For international students who wish to improve their written and verbal English, you will be encouraged to speak English only, in the classroom and on campus. Interacting with native English instructors, guest speakers, industry experts, models and photographers will strengthen your language skills and improve your confidence.
If you are concerned about your language skills, don’t worry. This program is hands-on, meaning that the majority of class time is spent doing practical creative work. Assignments, lessons and exams are practical and visual. There are fewer written exercises and projects. You’ll be learning by doing, applying makeup on models and other students in your class.
“Blanche Macdonald had great connections and classes for me to succeed in that industry...I loved my whole experience! The teachers are so experienced and nice, you can always ask questions and they’re there to help. And the classes are so small and personalized! I really feel that I was able to learn almost everything about the whole world of Makeup in the time I was there.”
LAURA SANCHEZ | BLANCHE MACDONALD MAKEUP GRADUATE, LATIN AMERICA’S BEAUTY ICON.
Youtube - 1.6 Million followers Instagram @laura_makeup 964,000 followers Winner of NYX Face Awards, Beauty Vlogger of the Year From Colombia, now living in Los Angeles, California
Makeup by Laura Sanchez, Blanche Macdonald Makeup GraduateWHY DO STUDENTS CHOOSE BLANCHE MACDONALD?
1 WE ARE A GLOBAL FAMILY
Students can get lost in the shuffle, but not here. We care about you, and we prove it day in and day out. You’ll always find someone here to connect with and lend a helping hand. Our circle of support extends to the classroom and beyond.
2 OUR FOCUS IS ON CREATIVITY
There is no need to worry or feel insecure about your language skills. Our Program has been designed for students whose English is their second language. The focus is on creative/practical skills and visual learning. Our emphasis is on hands-on training, group projects, professional mentoring, networking and sharing. You will be graded on your work, attitude, creativity and work ethic.
3 YOU WILL EXPERIENCE THE BEST THAT CANADA OFFERS
We are a Canadian College. When you are a student here you will learn about North American beauty, style, social media, techniques and technology. You will also have the opportunity to meet the best of North America’s Makeup Industry. We often invite global beauty leaders to the College for speaking events, master classes and demonstrations. Past VIPs have included Dany Sanz, the founder of MAKE UP FOR EVER; Oscar winners Ve Neill and Howard Berger; and Emmy winners Eve Pearl and Todd McIntosh, our Makeup Director.
4 YOU WILL HAVE ACCESS TO THE WORLD’S BEST PRODUCTS
We bring the best global and local brands into your Makeup Kit. With our School + Salon + Store, our students are exposed to thousands of products and continual product knowledge. This is only possible because of our in-house Pro Beauty Boutique, CurliQue. You’ll learn about prestige brands, cult brands, organic, paraben free, vegan, clean/ethical beauty, and all the latest trending products.
5 WE ARE A UNITED NATIONS
We are proud of our diverse mix of students from around the globe, united in a passion for makeup. We don’t just teach you “our style” of makeup – it’s a sharing experience. Each student has the opportunity to express their cultural heritage and interests through the creative process. This way, we learn from each other. We encourage you to build on your training to to bring your original story, your character and your experience, and express this through your talents and your artistry.
COURSE LEVELS
LEVEL 1 MAKEUP ARTISTRY 1
LEVEL 2 BRIDAL MAKEUP
LEVEL 3 BRIDAL HAIR
LEVEL 4 INTRO TO ART & TECHNOLOGY
LEVEL 5 FASHIONS IN MAKEUP & PHOTOGRAPHIC MAKEUP
LEVEL 6 AIRBRUSHING
LEVEL 7 FASHIONS IN MAKEUP: HIGH FASHION & CUTTING EDGE MAKEUP
LEVEL 8 COSMETIC RETAILING & RESUMÉ
LEVEL 9 ART & TECHNOLOGY
Students enrolled in the International Makeup Essentials Certificate Program will take Levels 1-3, totalling 140 hours
Students enrolled in the International Makeup Studio Diploma Program will take Levels 1-9, totalling 400 hours
LEVEL 1: MAKEUP ARTISTRY 1
Develop your foundational skills and knowledge, which will serve as a basis to build upon throughout the program. Gain the essentials of makeup application as you work with different skin types, tones, ages and ethnic groups. Our instructors will share their winning techniques for blending, contouring, shading and highlighting. Learn about face shape, eyes, lips, brows and skin care. Perform practical applications in daytime and evening makeup, classic, natural, glamour and dramatic styles.
“Makeup should be fun, so open your heart and forget the rules! Have confidence in yourself. Don’t be afraid to fail. It’s more important to try.”
JERRY KUO, Blanche Macdonald Makeup graduate. From a successful career as a Buyer for an International Trading company, Jerry is now a successful Makeup Artist.
He now travels the world as an in-demand Makeup Artist, with his work featured in the International editions of Vogue, Elle, FHM, GQ, NYLON and Harper’s Bazaar. @jerrykuo1224
• Welcome Orientation
• Introduction of Fundamentals Makeup Kit
• Sanitization & Station Setup
• Identify professional equipment, tools, & materials
• Skincare & Client Preparation
• Society vs. Professional Makeup Lines
• Understanding of Chiaroscuro
• Discuss colour theory & tonality
• Label a colour wheel correctly
• Analyze bone structure & face shapes
• Skin Analysis: types, tones, & undertones
• Makeup Application: foundation, concealer, shading, cheek, powder, eye colour, lashline, eyebrows, mascara, false lashes, & lip colour
• Create daytime, evening, glamour, and dramatic styles
• Corrective techniques using blending, contouring, shading, & highlighting
• Analyze and correct eyebrow, eye and lip shapes
• Impact of light on makeup application
• Daily theory, instructor demos, & classroom practice rotations
• Visit CurliQue Beauty Boutique at the downtown Atelier Campus
LEVEL 2: BRIDAL MAKEUP
Discover the creative and business sides of the lucrative bridal industry. Our instructors will teach you how to conduct a bridal makeup consultation, build client relationships and negotiate a contract. Create and apply traditional, contemporary, ethnic and avant-garde bridal makeup styles. Learn the secrets of flawless, sheer and natural bridal makeup. We’ll show you how to work with different skin types and styles, and incorporate bridal gowns and accessories into your makeup designs. Learn to work with a hairdresser and photographer on a professional bridal photo shoot, and begin compiling your portfolio images.
• Initial bridal consultation
• Client relationship building
• Negotiating a contract & rates
• Interactive workshops & roleplaying
• Analyze bridal trends using online tools & magazines
• Bridal techniques for traditional, contemporary, & avant-garde makeup
• Bridal makeup for different ethnic groups
• Create flawless, sheer, & natural makeup on different complexions
• Incorporate gowns & accessories into makeup designs
• Marketing & time management skills
• How to collaborate with hairdressers & photographers
• Photo shoot: produce a final bridal makeup look for your portfolio
LEVEL 3: BRIDAL HAIR
Learn fundamental hairstyling skills so that you can create a total look from head to toe. Our industry expert instructor will train you in styling techniques including roller setting, blowdrying, backcombing and finishing, and updos including scrunching, teasing, braiding and easy buns. Create vintage looks and contemporary styles as you begin to integrate hairstyling trends and current fashion looks into your designs. Upgrade your skills with a range of bridal hairstyles including the French twist, French roll, back bun, Spanish bun, knot tying, easy beehive and top head bun. We’ll show you how to position bridal hair accessories and incorporate twists and knots for contemporary styles.
• Introduction of Bridal Hair Kit
• Practice on real hair mannequin heads
• Blow drying & curling iron sets
• Backcombing, teasing, scrunching, & finishing
• Braiding, buns & updos
• Traditional & modern bridal hairstyles
• Special event styles
• Accessory Placements: fresh flowers, ribbons, tiaras and veils
• Complete a custom bridal hairstyle
LEVEL 4: INTRO TO ART & TECHNOLOGY
Learn how to capture your work through effective photography, and create eye-commanding visuals to project your makeup talent in the digital realm. With an industry professional as your guide you will execute an industry-standard photo shoot. Discover how to maximize your digital camera to produce high quality results, select effective backdrops and lighting, and learn the essentials of photo shoot etiquette. You will produce industry standard shots of your work, receive professional feedback from a photographer, and learn first-hand the relationship between makeup and photography. We’ll identify the key features of a great portfolio, and help you choose your personal design elements to create your own winning portfolio.
• Learn essential photo shoot etiquette
• Participate in a typical photo shoot set up
• Select effective backdrops
• Recognize the basics of portrait photography & lighting
• Understand the relationship of Photoshop techniques & photography
LEVEL 5: FASHIONS IN MAKEUP & PHOTOGRAPHIC MAKEUP
Explore the history of makeup as we study different eras of the 20th century and examine current makeup trends. You’ll create face charts and perform practical applications for runway and fashion show looks, model tests and actor headshots. Develop corrective and camouflage techniques and discover how lighting impacts makeup. You will collaborate on a makeup look for a professional Fashion photo shoot. Learn the role of a Makeup Artist in runway and print environments as you develop etiquette for working with production teams, clients and agencies.
• Examine 20th & 21st century makeup fashions
“Taking the International Makeup Studio program was also the best decision for my career. I now feel much more confident and proud whenever I share my reviews about new beauty products on the market. Since graduating from Blanche Macdonald Centre, I’ve been approached by a lot more cosmetic brands to endorse their products!”
- KIMI JI, Taiwan Makeup Artist and Influencer, over 800,000 followers @eatzzz7
• Identify current makeup fashions & trends
• Recognize trend cycles & future trends
• Rate structures for runway show or print
• Etiquette with a production team, client, & art director
• Understand the collaborative process in designing makeup looks for various professionals: wardrobe stylist, hair stylist, photographer, models, & designers
• Design a face chart for runway or fashion show based on the clothing, type of show, & venue
• Execute a makeup from another artist’s face chart
• Emphasis on speed and detail
• Execute a variety of different looks for a model test or actor’s headshot
• Minimize the need for post-production work on a makeup application
• Apply & maintain various forms of body makeup
• Develop a basic functioning portfolio
• Understand the function agencies
• Discuss artist representation
• Photo shoot: complete fashion looks including makeup, hair, & wardrobe styling changes
LEVEL 6: AIRBRUSHING
Turn air into an artform as you learn how to clean, assemble, load and operate an airbrush. Design character charts and experiment with patterns and textures. Learn to use masks, shields, templates and friskets as you apply beauty, glamour, fashion and fantasy makeup with an airbrush. Your instructors will teach you how cover tattoos and skin discolourations, and create airbrush tattoos. Then, design and perform an airbrush makeup application on the face, body and hair for a professional photo shoot.
• History of airbrushing
• Introduction of Airbrushing Kit
• Correctly assemble, clean, & reassemble an airbrush
• Identify masks, shields, templates, & friskets
• Use of acrylic paints for practice
• Airbrush makeup for beauty, glamour, fashion, fantasy & hair
• Cover tattoos & discolorations
• Experiment with patterns, textures, & tattoos
• Design a character chart for airbrush application
• Photo shoot: Complete airbrush makeup application
LEVEL 7: FASHIONS IN MAKEUP:
HIGH FASHION & CUTTING EDGE MAKEUP
Fashion makeup meets the cutting edge as we explore contemporary makeup and avant-garde looks. We’ll explore the fashion trends in makeup that are on the cutting edge of style and show you how to forecast future makeup trends. Discover how art, music, high fashion and street culture influence makeup, and analyze high fashion runway looks through discussions, visuals and video. As you continue to develop your skills and confidence in makeup application, you’ll take your talent into the future as you design, develop and apply a futuristic hair and makeup look for a professional photo shoot.
• Influences of cutting edge & high fashion makeup
• Analyze high fashion runway makeup
• Examine cross-influences of makeup trends
• Forecast and design future makeup trends
• Photo shoot: Complete a high fashion makeup & hair application
LEVEL 8: COSMETIC RETAILING & RESUMÉ |
20 HOURS
Polish your professional style and develop your skills in business communications, career awareness, and job search. In this course, you’ll learn how to write a cover letter, produce an industry-specific resume, and prepare for an interview.
Since many professional Makeup Artists begin their careers in retail, we’ll cover the essentials, benefits, and potential of working for a brand. You’ll develop the confidence to network with industry professionals, build relationships, and effectively communicate with prospective employers.
• Overview of the makeup industry
• Retail Terminology
• Sales & marketing techniques
• Perform cosmetic client consultations
• Roleplay customer service techniques
• Visit Leading Cosmetic Retailers
• Discuss the job search process & online tools
• Branching benefits of the cosmetic retail industry
• Industry networking & self-promotion
• Various types of resumes for freelance & retail markets
• Apply for employment in the makeup industry
• Prepare for a job interview
• Overview of the makeup industry
• Retail Terminology
• Sales & marketing techniques
• Perform cosmetic client consultations
• Roleplay customer service techniques
• Visit to Leading Cosmetic Retailers
• Discuss the job search process & online tools
• Branching benefits of cosmetic retail industry
• Industry networking & self promotion
• Various types of resumes for freelance & retail markets
• Apply for employment in the makeup industry
• Prepare for a job interview
LEVEL 9: ART & TECHNOLOGY
Combine your creative talents with technology as you learn how to promote yourself as a Makeup Professional using digital graphic design tools. Create your own digital portfolio presentation with Adobe Photoshop and Microsoft PowerPoint, and produce finished images for your portfolio. Optimize your photo shoot images for different media and learn how to synthesize your work with other digital content. Design a business card, retouch your images and produce a multimedia presentation. We’ll give you a portfolio masterclass so you can design and compile a professional portfolio for marketing your talents and developing industry connections. These tools will create impact and results as you begin your Makeup career.
• Use of Social Media & Online Tools
• Image optimization & photo editing
• Learn Photoshop
• Business cards
• Digital formatting & storage
• Portfolio sizing for digital & print
PLEASE NOTE:
The order of the International Makeup Studio Program modules that each student receives may vary due to instructor scheduling needs. Each student receives the exact same modules and total amount of training but the order of some modules may vary for certain groups.
The college reserves the right to change course offerings, course content, kit contents, facilities, faculty, tuition fees, and course schedules without notice.
CAREERS & INDUSTRY
CAREER SERVICES
The Makeup industry offers endless opportunities for rewarding, creative and flexible careers. Whether your focus will be on Fashion, Film, Television, Bridal or Beauty, there’s a place for you in this industry.
The skills that you develop on our Program can be transferred anywhere in the world – so there’s no limit to where you can go.
Our full-time Career Directors are your professional support team, offering you guidance and assistance with your career. They are connected to all areas of the makeup industry, from luxury retail brands and leading fashion magazines to TV and Film departments and top talent agencies.
Our Career Directors are dedicated to you and your success. They will support you in finding your perfect career fit, assist you in building your network, and help you in developing your confidence. Their guidance is good for life. It starts on your very first day and continues throughout your career.
“If becoming a makeup artist is in the back of your mind, don’t double think it. Go for it. Blanche Macdonald is totally worth it. It was the most fun year of my life. You’ll never forget it.” - COURTNEY VIEIRA, Blanche Macdonald Makeup Graduate. Salon Owner/Entrepreneur of Refresh Salon, Port Moody. www.refreshatsalonandspa.com
INDUSTRY OVERVIEW FASHION
On red carpets and runways, Blanche Macdonald graduates are finding success in the Fashion Makeup world. Their work is featured on the stages of global fashion events and the pages of top fashion magazines. From Vancouver to Taipei, New York to Tokyo, London to Seoul, Mexico City to Beijing, our students are transforming their makeup passion into fashion careers.
Our graduates and faculty have worked for some of the world’s most influential designers, including Chanel, Marc Jacobs, Rick Owens, Vivienne Westwood and Alexander McQueen. They have collaborated with globally renowned artists, photographers and megabrands like MTV and Nike, and worked at high profile events including global Fashion Weeks and the Oscars.
WEDDING
Flawless glamour, timeless grace: here comes the Bridal Makeup Artist. Many of our graduates have become successful wedding makeup artists, winning awards and building lucrative businesses. Constantly in demand, their calendars are filled year-round. They can choose their clients and decide their own schedule, enjoying creative freedom and flexible schedules.
Wedding Makeup is a global business. It’s also an opportunity to express your creativity and draw from your heritage. With diverse styles from Indian Bollywood to Asian Glamour, many artists travel around the
world to work at destination weddings. It’s not just a rewarding careerit’s a chance to connect with people from different cultures, and make their celebratory day truly special.
RETAIL LEADERSHIP
Many successful Makeup Artists begin their professional careers in Retail. Starting at a major retailer or cosmetic counter, they advance to Account Executive, Manager, District Manager, Area Supervisor, and even Regional and National Director. Others choose to focus in on one brand, training fellow Makeup Artists locally or on an international platform, educating about specific products, performing demos and giving presentations.
SOCIAL MEDIA
In this fast-paced digital age, Social Media is where makeup stars are created. Many of our graduates are high-profile Social Media influencers who have thousands of followers, leading the way to international success and lucrative brands. They channel their creativity through blogs, images, tutorials and video to attract subscribers from across the world. Makeup careers are made on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube, making Social Media one of the fastest-growing fields in the Industry.
CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
• Create couture looks for editorial, the runway or the red carpet as a Fashion Makeup Artist .
• Provide the precious and personalized service of wedding makeup as a Bridal Makeup Artist .
• Connect with customers, curate product and demonstrate your technique as a Retail Beauty Specialist , Retail Manager or Freelance Demo Artist .
• Share the story, vision and concept of a brand with other makeup professionals as a Trainer or Pro Educator .
• Curate product as a Makeup Purchasing Coordinator , using your skills for inventory control, buying, purchasing and negotiating to ensure the best mix for your market.
• Promote your passion, build a brand and influence the makeup world as a Social Media Professional .
• Share your insights and ideas as a Beauty Blogger or Vlogger , and build a subscriber base that will tune in to follow your creative journey.
• Join an established company or brand as a Social Media Influencer , combining your makeup expertise with a keen sense of trends and an ability to engage an audience.
• Join a Talent Roster of other Makeup Artists/Hairstylists as an Agency-represented Artist .
• Use your eye for colour, design and form to advise shoppers, private clients and celebrities as a Beauty Consultant .
• Develop your own makeup line and mix essences, compounds and colour as a Brand Creator .
• Open your own business: start a mobile makeup biz, pop up a shop, or use your creativity to fill a unique niche in the makeup market as an Entrepreneur .
• Share your passion and knowledge with the next generation of Makeup Artists as an Educator or Instructor .
• Master the art of the Airbrush and paint your ideas to life as an Airbrush Artist .
• Create living works of art for events, performances, ads, editorial and competitions as a Body Painter .
SUCCESS STORY
KIMI JI (
紀卜心) | TAIWANESE LIFESTYLE AND BEAUTY
INFLUENCER WITH OVER 800K FOLLOWERS
Mega-popular Taiwanese social media star, Kimi Ji, spends her days showcasing products from some of the world’s leading brands like Marc Jacobs, Tiffany & Co., and Adidas. She’s amassed over 800k followers on her famously authentic Instagram account, @eatzzz7 . Since graduating from our International Makeup Program, Kimi has taken the Taiwanese beauty market by storm collaborating with brands like Lancome, Nivea, and Guerlain. She has not only earned the trust of her massive amount of followers with her honest and genuine insights into popular lifestyle brands but now, with her makeup tips and tutorials as well!
“Travelling abroad to Canada to study at the Blanche Macdonald Centre has been the most amazing experience! I especially loved my classes with our Bridal Makeup instructor, Marlayna Pincott! She is so inspiring and has endless patience for an International student like myself. I became such good friends with my classmates, and we would even make plans and spend time together outside of school! Taking the International Makeup Studio program was also the best decision for my career. I now feel much more confident and proud whenever I share my reviews about new beauty products on the market. Since graduating from Blanche Macdonald Centre, I’ve been approached by a lot more cosmetic brands to endorse their products!”
SUCCESS STORY
JULIE BROWN | MAKEUP GRADUATE-TURNED-INSTRUCTORIt’s never too late to begin a new career. Julie Brown is proof. As a former Flight Attendant for Air Canada, she is now an in-demand BC Bridal Makeup Artist (with a Weddingwire.com Bride’s Choice award to prove it), an IATSE permittee for the film and TV industry, a beauty columnist for Fresh Magazine and a Makeup instructor. She turned her hobby, her love of Makeup, into a full-time, thriving career!
“I loved it! I knew it was going to be career changing, so I treated Makeup School like a job. These wonderful teachers all had industry experience. I knew they had things to teach me and I wasn’t going to waste my time. The quality of the instructors was better than I could have ever expected. When I’m working now I still think, ‘This is a Jon Hennessey technique’ or ‘This is what Jen Folk told me to do’.”
- JULIE BROWN, Blanche Macdonald Graduate and InstructorSUCCESS STORY
JERRY KUO | TAIWANESE FASHION MAKEUP ARTIST BASED IN BEIJINGMakeup brushes can be magical. If they’re Jerry Kuo’s brushes, they’re magical travelling makeup brushes. They’ve taken Jerry from his homebase in Taiwan to New York Fashion Week, and landed him in back in Beijing a member of makeup royalty. He began his makeup career rubbing shoulders in class with international makeup illusion superstar, Mimi Choi and assisting fellow Blanche Macdonald graduate and #BackstagewithPatMcGrath winner, Jenna Kuchera. Jerry’s work has been featured in Chinese editions of international titles including Vogue, Elle, FHM, GQ and Harper’s Bazaar, as well as the runway of New York Fashion week for Laurence & Chico. @jerrykuo1224
SUCCESS STORY
ANA GUTIERREZ DE VELAZCO | MEXICAN HIGH FASHION
MAKEUP ARTIST
Makeup Artist Ana Gutierrez De Velazco’s skills have placed her on the cutting edge of the fashion industry. Her work has been featured in some of the highest ranking fashion publications in the world such as Marie Claire Mexico, Glamour Mexico, Elle Mexico, and Harper’s Bazaar
Mexico. Her makeup looks are so stunning that she’s been tapped to work alongside cosmetic brands like MAC Cosmetics (Mexico) and Chanel.
As if her resume could be anymore impressive, she has also done event makeup for various mega-popular Latin celebrities like Marina Testino, Belén Chavanne, Cecilia Suárez, Tessa Ia and Calu Rivero.
Ana started off as an Accountant and changed her career direction, becoming one of Mexico’s most sought after Fashion Makeup Artists, @anagdev
“One day I came across Blanche Macdonald and I really liked it... By the time I started, I already knew I was going to love the fashion module because I did so much research.”
- ANA GUTIERREZ DE VELAZCO, Blanche Macdonald Makeup Graduate
SUCCESS STORY
SUNNY LEE | TAIWAN’S RESIDENT BRIDAL AND FASHION MAKEUP ARTISTIf you asked most brides in Taiwan who Sunny Lee is, chances are they would know her as the Makeup Artist from their own wedding. In the midst of a blisteringly fast-paced career in Bridal Makeup that spanned over 11 years and included “easily over 1000 brides,” Sunny Lee dropped everything in Taiwan and came to Vancouver to enrol in our 3-month International Makeup Studio program. The classes allowed Sunny to expand her already well-developed skills, propelling her to her current position as a top Bridal and Fashion Makeup Artist in Taiwan.
“I
had read so much about Blanche Macdonald’s Makeup program and I knew it would be the perfect place for me to improve not only my bridal skills but to learn all the new things I wanted to learn. I knew Blanche Macdonald would help me be different and original and not just make copies of the other work I liked. My time at Blanche showed me how to be a real artist.”
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SUNNY LEE , Professional Fashion & Bridal Makeup Artist, Taiwan
SUCCESS STORY
KAREN JAUREGUI | INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP STUDIO GRADUATE, GUADALJARA, MEXICORecently graduated from the International Makeup Studio program, Karen returned home to Mexico where she quickly found work with the Makeup team for the Mexican Netflix series “Guerra de Vecinos” (The War Next Door). She also shared the news that this Netflix series has been rated #1 in Mexico.
“I wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart. Thank you for how you help us to always get the best of us and not give up and trust ourselves. I am happy to have graduated from Blanche with the best teachers and the best makeup school there is. I learned a lot on set doing this series. I love makeup and I always love to remember my classes in Blanche!”
- KAREN JAUREGUI, Blanche Macdonald Makeup GraduateDOMESTIC STUDENTS
(Canadian, Landed Immigrants and Permanent Residents of Canada)
ADMISSIONS INFORMATION, REQUIREMENTS & PROCEDURES
Admissions Information
Making the decision to pursue a new career can be confusing and challenging. To ease the process and to assist you in researching your educational options, your first step is to connect with an Admissions Director. Please give yourself the time to speak with a college Director to thoroughly discuss and review your career options, and to allow us to help you with the admissions process and financial aid options.
Admission Requirements
• Applicants must have completed grade 11 or be 19 years of age or older at the start of the student’s program of study.
• Proof of English skills is required for ESL applicants: Blanche Macdonald Centre English Assessment 15+/30, IELTS 4.5+, TOEFL iBT 40+.
• If English is your primary language or you have completed a minimum of 2 years of English study, you are not required to submit proof of your English proficiency.
Acceptance
Once you have met all the admission and financial requirements and you are accepted into the College, a letter of acceptance will be issued.
Important
The college reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant who does not meet each of these admission requirements. At the Blanche Macdonald Centre, it is important to us that you are committed to your studies, well suited to this industry, and able to handle the academic, financial and personal demands of the program. We are here to help address any of your concerns and to help you and your family as best as we can with the admissions process.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Tuition Grants
To assist students, the College extends tuition grants to help offset costs for specific programs and specific start dates. Please ask your Admissions advisor about any available tuition grants.
College Financial Aid Advisors
It is the responsibility of the student to arrange student loan funding. Students who have already enrolled may arrange an appointment with a Financial Aid Advisor at Blanche Macdonald Centre. These Financial Aid Advisors can help you with your Student Loan applications and help you with each step of the application process. These individuals are incredibly patient and kind.
College Student Loans
Domestic students (Canadian Citizens, Landed Immigrants and Permanent Residents of Canada) may be eligible for Student Loan funding. There are two parts to Student Loan funding (i) Provincial and (ii) Federal. Our College Student Loan Coordinators are here to assist students who wish to apply for Student Loans. The Provincial part of Students Loans for BC are always interest free.
Financing Options
Bank Loans or Student Line of Credit Private bank Student loans and Student Lines of credit are available through the Bank of Montreal, TD Canada Trust, Royal Bank, and other financial institutions. Please check with your bank.
Housing
It is the responsibility of the student to find and secure their own housing. Our Housing Advisors can provide resources to support you in your search for accommodation. We welcome you to refer to our Housing Guide on our website: blanchemacdonald.com/studentresources/housing
Continuing Your Studies with Us
You are eligible to transfer earned credits from the International Makeup Studio Diploma program to our Global Makeup Diploma program. You will be able to learn Makeup Artistry for TV & Film, special effects and digital makeup, and continue to expand your knowledge and technical ability. It’s the perfect way to continue on your professional path. Many students choose to upgrade their studies this way.
ALL STUDENTS AT BLANCHE MACDONALD MUST HAVE BC MEDICAL COVERAGE OR HEALTH INSURANCE.
The BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) is the basic form of medical insurance. MSP hospitalization and most physicians’ services and referrals. It does not cover prescription medication, eyeglasses, and dental care. If you do not have insurance, it will be your responsibility to pay the entire cost of all medical attention you receive.
The MSP is available to all BC Residents for a monthly fee. It is also available to out of province or international students that have a valid Study Permit issued for six or more months. New residents who are applying for MSP will be subject to a 90 day waiting period.
If you are not already a BC resident, or if you are not already covered by MSP, it is strongly recommended to apply as soon as you arrive in Vancouver.
PROGRAM REGISTRATION STEPS
STEP ONE Submit an Online Application.
There is no fee to submit an application.
STEP TWO Once an Admissions Director has received your online application, they will contact you to arrange an interview.
This interview can be conducted in person, by phone or online. During the interview, the Admissions Director will have the opportunity to get to know you and for you to get to know us. We will address your questions and concerns, assess your aptitude for the program, your English proficiency, provide program, industry, and tuition information.
STEP THREE Once you are accepted into the program, the following will be required to complete your registration:
1. Identification – copy of passport or other official Canadian identification
2. Non-refundable program registration fee payment and tuition deposit payment are required to secure your spot in the program start date. Please refer to the Tuition Payment Plan options and choose one that works best for you.
STEP FOUR Upon receiving your payments, these are the following steps:
1. An Enrolment Agreement will be forwarded to you for your signature.
2. A formal Letter of Acceptance will be issued.
STEP FIVE An Orientation email will be sent to you before you start.
Welcome to Blanche Macdonald!
DOMESTIC STUDENTS TUITION
(Canadian, Landed Immigrants and Permanent Residents of Canada)
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP ESSENTIALS CERTIFICATE
PROGRAM | 140 HOURS
Program tuition for Domestic Students
Tuition schedules and kit costs are in effect as of May 1, 2024 and apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. For international student tuition and visa applications, please refer to the separate International Student Tuition Schedule. Blanche Macdonald Centre students are eligible for a tuition scholarship and should speak with an Admissions Director for details.
International Makeup Essentials Certificate Program | 140 hours
3.5 weeks at 40 hours per week or 7 weeks at 20 hours per week
Once you have been accepted into the International Makeup Essentials Certificate Program, a non-refundable registration fee, administration fee, an assessment fee and an initial tuition payment are required in order to secure your place in the program. All tuition and kit costs are listed in Canadian dollars (CAD). For all payment options, a postdated cheque or preauthorized credit card must be provided on the first day of class..
Following your program acceptance, the following fee payments totalling $950 (exclusive of tuition) are required on the day of enrollment:
1. A non-refundable registration fee of $250
2. An administrative fee of $550
3. An assessment fee of $150
Please select from one of the payment plans:
1. $4,900 $4,900 | Paid on day of enrollment
2. $5,900
$2,950 | Paid on day of enrollment
$2,950 | Paid on first day of class
Any requests for a tuition payment plan change can only be approved if they are submitted within 30 days from the day of enrollment and greater than 30 days from the first day of class. Tuition payment plan changes can be made by contacting an Admissions Director. In the interest of fairness to all students, this policy is strictly adhered to. There are additional costs for books and supplies.
Professional makeup kit for the International Makeup Essentials Certificate Program
Blanche Macdonald Centre has created a professional makeup kit for the International Makeup Essentials Certificate Program. The contents of the kits are continually upgraded, refined, and expanded through extensive ongoing negotiations with many makeup lines. The Professional International Makeup Essentials Kit is a separate and additional charge from the program tuition. The kit must be paid for in full on or before the first day of class in order for the student to receive it for the first day of class. Blanche Macdonald Centre reserves the right to change the kit’s cost, contents, and the suppliers of its contents as necessary.
$2,912
$2,600 + GST/PST | Payment is due on the first day of class
Registration
Please call us to set up your personal appointment with an Admissions Director to review your career objectives, discuss industry career opportunities, and to tour our campuses. Class size is very limited. We are receiving applications 7 to 9 months in advance of desired course starting dates. Early registration is required to guarantee a seat in a class. Application forms can be found on our website: blanchemacdonald.com/apply.
Note: Blanche Macdonald Centre reserves the right to change course curriculum, content, program outlines, schedules, supplies, kit contents and kits, instructors, tuition and facilities without notice. Blanche Macdonald Centre is a wholly owned division of Pacifique Riche Enterprises Ltd.
DOMESTIC STUDENTS TUITION
(Canadian, Landed Immigrants and Permanent Residents of Canada)
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP STUDIO DIPLOMA PROGRAM |
Program tuition for Domestic Students
Tuition schedules and kit costs are in effect as of May 1, 2024 and apply to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada. For international student tuition and visa applications, please refer to the separate International Student Tuition Schedule. Blanche Macdonald Centre students are eligible for a tuition scholarship and should speak with an Admissions Director for details.
International Makeup Studio Diploma Program
400 hours | 3 or 6 months
Once you have been accepted into the International Makeup Studio Diploma Program, a non-refundable registration fee, administration fee, an assessment fee and an initial tuition payment are required in order to secure your place in the program. All tuition and kit costs are listed in Canadian dollars (CAD). For all payment options, a postdated cheque or preauthorized credit card must be provided on the first day of class.
Following your program acceptance, the following fee payments totalling $950 (exclusive of tuition) are required on the day of enrollment:
1. A non-refundable registration fee of $250
2. An administrative fee of $550
3. An assessment fee of $150
Please select from one of the payment plans:
1. $8,300 $8,300 | Paid on day of enrollment
2. $9,300 $4,650 | Paid on day of enrollment
$4,650 | Paid on day of enrollment
3. $10,300 $900 | Paid on day of enrollment
$5,200 | Paid on first day of class
$4,200 | Paid 90 days (3 months) after the first day of class
3. $10,400 $900 | Paid on day of enrollment
$5,600 | Paid on first day of class
$975 | Paid per month for 4 months after the first day of class
Any requests for a tuition payment plan change can only be approved if they are submitted within 30 days from the day of enrollment and greater than 30 days from the first day of class. Tuition payment plan changes can be made by contacting an Admissions Director. In the interest of fairness to all students, this policy is strictly adhered to. There are additional costs for books and supplies.
Professional makeup kits for the International Makeup Studio Diploma Program
Blanche Macdonald Centre has created a professional makeup kit for the International Makeup Studio Diploma Program. The contents of the kits are continually upgraded, refined, and expanded through extensive ongoing negotiations with many makeup lines. The Professional International Makeup Kit is a separate and additional charge from the program tuition. The kit must be paid for in full on or before the first day of class in order for the student to receive it for the first day of class. Blanche Macdonald Centre reserves the right to change the kit’s cost, contents, and the suppliers of its contents as necessary.
$3,472 $3,100 + GST/PST | Payment is due on the first day of class
Note: Blanche Macdonald Centre reserves the right to change course curriculum, content, program outlines, schedules, supplies, kit contents and kits, instructors, tuition and facilities without notice. Blanche Macdonald Centre is a wholly owned division of Pacifique Riche Enterprises Ltd.
ADMISSIONS INFORMATION, REQUIREMENTS & PROCEDURES INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS
Admissions Information
Making the decision to pursue a new career can be confusing and challenging. To ease the process and to assist you in researching your educational options, your first step is to connect with an Admissions Director. Please give yourself the time to speak with a college Director to thoroughly discuss and review your career options, and to allow us to help you with the admissions process. For international students who are working with the help of an Agent, then the Agent may contact the College on your behalf.
Admission Requirements
• Applicants must have completed grade 11 or be 19 years of age or older at the start of the student’s program of study.
• Proof of English skills is required for ESL applicants: Blanche Macdonald Centre English Assessment 15+/30, IELTS 4.5+, TOEFL iBT 40+.
• If English is your primary language or you have completed a minimum of 2 years of English study, you are not required to submit proof of your English proficiency.
Acceptance
Once you have met all the admission and financial requirements and you are accepted into the College, a letter of acceptance will be issued. It is the sole responsibility of the student to arrange for any necessary student visas or extensions.
Important
The college reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant who does not meet each of these admission requirements. At the Blanche Macdonald Centre, it is important to us that you are committed to your studies, well suited to this industry, and able to handle the academic, financial and personal demands of the program. We are here to help address any of your concerns and to help you and your family as best as we can with the admissions process.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Tuition Grants
To assist students, the College extends tuition grants to help offset costs for specific programs and specific start dates. Please ask your Admissions advisor about any available tuition grants.
Work/Study Co-op Programs
• For international students who are interested in our International Work / Study Programs, there are Co-op Programs available.
• This is available to those students registered in the six month International Makeup Studio Diploma program.
• Co-op is not available for the International Makeup Essentials Certificate program.
• Co-op is not available for the accelerated three month International Makeup Studio program.
• Co-op programs, students are placed in Makeup related Retail environments.
If you choose to expand on your studies by adding on a six-month International Co-op Work Experience, this will provide you with the opportunity to spend a full year in Canada. Our Co-op program allows you to work up to 40 hours a week and gain valuable industry experience.
Study Permits
If you are planning to study in a program in Canada that is six months or less, you do not need a Study Permit.
That means you can take our shorter programs without having to worry about getting extensive documentation.
However, you must complete the course or program within the period authorized for your stay in Canada.
Students enrolling in the more extensive International Makeup Studio Diploma program have the option of applying for a Study Permit.
There are many benefits to having a Study Permit.
Study Permit holders are eligible to work off-campus for up to 20 hours per week during their studies.
This is an opportunity to gain valuable work experience in the Canadian makeup industry.
As a Study Permit holder you have the option to take our Co-op Work Experience Program.
The Blanche Macdonald Centre programs do not qualify for Post Graduate Work Visas.
Housing
It is the responsibility of the student to find and secure their own housing. Our Housing Advisors can provide resources to support you in your search for accommodation. We welcome you to refer to our Housing Guide on our website: blanchemacdonald.com/studentresources/housing
Continuing Your Studies with Us
You are eligible to transfer earned credits from the International Makeup Studio Diploma program to our Global Makeup Artistry Diploma program. You will be able to learn Makeup Artistry for TV & Film, special effects and digital makeup, and continue to expand your knowledge and technical ability. It’s the perfect way to continue on your professional path. Many students choose to upgrade their studies this way.
ALL STUDENTS AT BLANCHE MACDONALD MUST HAVE BC MEDICAL COVERAGE OR HEALTH INSURANCE.
The BC Medical Services Plan (MSP) is the basic form of medical insurance. MSP hospitalization and most physicians’ services and referrals. It does not cover prescription medication, eyeglasses, and dental care. We strongly recommend applying for the Medical Services Plan (MSP) as soon as you arrive in Vancouver. If you do not have insurance, it will be your responsibility to pay the entire cost of all medical attention you receive.
The MSP is available to all BC Residents for a monthly fee. It is also available to out of province or international students that have a valid Study Permit issued for six or more months. New residents who are applying for MSP will be subject to a 90 day waiting period. If you are not already a BC resident, or if you are not already covered by MSP, it is strongly recommended to apply as soon as you arrive in Vancouver.
PROGRAM REGISTRATION STEPS
STEP ONE Submit an Online Application.
There is no fee to submit an application.
STEP TWO Once an Admissions Director has received your online application, they will contact you to arrange an interview.
This interview can be conducted in person, by phone or online. During the interview, the Admissions Director will have the opportunity to get to know you and for you to get to know us. We will address your questions and concerns, assess your aptitude for the program, your English proficiency, provide program, industry, and tuition information.
STEP THREE Once you are accepted into the program, the following will be required to complete your registration:
1. Identification – copy of passport or other official Canadian identification
2. Non-refundable program registration fee payment and tuition deposit payment are required to secure your spot in the program start date. Please refer to the Tuition Payment Plan options and choose one that works best for you.
STEP FOUR Upon receiving your payments, these are the following steps:
1. An Enrolment Agreement will be forwarded to you for your signature.
2. A formal Letter of Acceptance will be issued
3. It is the sole responsibility of the student to arrange any necessary study permit, visa, and extensions before starting their program.
STEP FIVE An Orientation email will be sent to you before you start.
Welcome to Blanche Macdonald!
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TUITION
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP ESSENTIALS CERTIFICATE PROGRAM | 140 HOURS
Program tuition for International Students
Tuition schedules and kit costs are in effect as of May 1, 2024 and apply to international students who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada. Blanche Macdonald Centre students are eligible for a tuition scholarship and should speak with an Admissions Director for details.
International
Makeup Essentials Certificate Program | 140 hours
3.5 weeks at 40 hours per week or 7 weeks at 20 hours per week
Once you have been accepted into the International Makeup Studio Diploma Program, a non-refundable registration fee, administration fee, an assessment fee and an initial tuition payment are required in order to secure your place in the program. All tuition and kit costs are listed in Canadian dollars (CAD). For all payment options, a postdated cheque or pre-authorized credit card must be provided on the first day of class.
Following your program acceptance, the following fee payments totalling $1750 (exclusive of tuition) are required on the day of enrollment:
1. A non-refundable registration fee of $1,000
2. An administrative fee of $550
3. An assessment fee of $150
Please select from one of the payment plans:
1. $6,200 $6,200 | Paid on day of enrollment
2. $6,900 $3,450 | Paid on day of enrollment
$3,450 | Paid on first day of class
Any requests for a tuition payment plan change can only be approved if they are submitted within 30 days from the day of enrollment and greater than 30 days from the first day of class. Tuition payment plan changes can be made by contacting an Admissions Director. In the interest of fairness to all students, this policy is strictly adhered to. There are additional costs for books and supplies.
Professional makeup kit for the International Makeup Essentials Certificate Program
Blanche Macdonald Centre has created a professional makeup kit for the International Makeup Essentials Certificate Program. The contents of the kits are continually upgraded, refined, and expanded through extensive ongoing negotiations with many makeup lines. The Professional International Makeup Essentials Kit is a separate and additional charge from the program tuition. The kit must be paid for in full on or before the first day of class in order for the student to receive it for the first day of class. Blanche Macdonald Centre reserves the right to change the kit’s cost, contents, and the suppliers of its contents as necessary.
$2,912 $2,600 + GST/PST | Payment is due on the first day of class
Note: Blanche Macdonald Centre reserves the right to change course curriculum, content, program outlines, schedules, supplies, kit contents and kits, instructors, tuition and facilities without notice. Blanche Macdonald Centre is a wholly owned division of Pacifique Riche Enterprises Ltd.
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS TUITION
INTERNATIONAL MAKEUP STUDIO DIPLOMA PROGRAM | 400 HOURS
Program tuition for International Students
Tuition schedules and kit costs are in effect as of May 1, 2024 and apply to international students who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents of Canada. Blanche Macdonald Centre students are eligible for a tuition scholarship and should speak with an Admissions Director for details.
International Makeup Studio Diploma Program | 400 hours | 3 or 6 months
Once you have been accepted into the International Makeup Studio Diploma Program, a non-refundable registration fee, administration fee, an assessment fee and an initial tuition payment are required in order to secure your place in the program. All tuition and kit costs are listed in Canadian dollars (CAD). For all payment options, a postdated cheque or pre-authorized credit card must be provided on the first day of class.
Following your program acceptance, the following fee payments totalling $1750 (exclusive of tuition) are required on the day of enrollment:
1. A non-refundable registration fee of $1,000
2. An administrative fee of $550
3. An assessment fee of $150
Please select from one of the payment plans:
1. $13,900 $13,900 | Paid on day of enrollment
2. $14,900 $5,900 | Paid on day of enrollment
$9,000 | Paid on first day of class
3. $15,500
$5,000 | Paid on day of enrollment
$5,900 | Paid on first day of class
$4,600 | Paid 30 days (1 month) after the first day of class
Any requests for a tuition payment plan change can only be approved if they are submitted within 30 days from the day of enrollment and greater than 30 days from the first day of class. Tuition payment plan changes can be made by contacting an Admissions Director. In the interest of fairness to all students, this policy is strictly adhered to. There are additional costs for books and supplies.
International Makeup Studio Co-op Diploma Program | 1 year
This program consists of six months of study and six additional months of co-op work experience. The fee below is to be paid in addition to the program tuition:
Co-op Tuition $2,000 | Paid on day of enrollment
Professional makeup kit for the International Makeup Studio Diploma Program
Blanche Macdonald Centre has created a professional makeup kit for the International Makeup Studio Diploma. The contents of the kits are continually upgraded, refined, and expanded through extensive ongoing negotiations with many makeup lines. The Professional International Makeup Studio Kit is a separate and additional charge from the program tuition. The kit must be paid for in full on or before the first day of class in order for the student to receive it for the first day of class. Blanche Macdonald Centre reserves the right to change the kit’s cost, contents, and the suppliers of its contents as necessary.
$3,472 $3,100 + GST/PST | Payment is due on the first day of class
Note: Blanche Macdonald Centre reserves the right to change course curriculum, content, program outlines, schedules, supplies, kit contents and kits, instructors, tuition and facilities without notice. Blanche Macdonald Centre is a wholly owned division of Pacifique Riche Enterprises Ltd.
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BLANCHE MACDONALD CENTRE
• International Makeup Essentials Certificate Program
• International Makeup Studio Diploma Program
IMPORTANT
ESTABLISHED IN 1960, THE BLANCHE MACDONALD CENTRE IS COMMITTED TO CONTINUALLY INNOVATE AND EVOLVE.
AS SUCH, THE COLLEGE RESERVES THE RIGHT TO UPDATE AND CHANGE CURRICULUM, COURSE OFFERINGS, KIT CONTENTS, SUPPLIES, FACILITIES, FACULTY, AND TUITION FEES WITHOUT NOTICE.
The Blanche Macdonald Centre holds a designation certificate issued by the Private Training Institutions Branch (PTIB) of British Columbia, holds an Education Quality Assurance (EQA) designation and is a designated learning institution with Citizenship & Immigration Canada (CIC).
The college reserves the right to refuse admission to any applicant who does not meet each of these admission requirements. At the Blanche Macdonald Centre, it is important to us that you are committed to your studies, well suited to this industry, and able to handle the academic, financial and personal demands of the program. We are here to help address any of your concerns and to help you and your family as best as we can with the admissions process.
These materials and the programs and information described herein are the proprietary intellectual property of Blanche Macdonald Centre and no portion thereof may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, scanning, downloading, recording, or any information storage and retrieval system, without the express written permission of Blanche Macdonald Centre. Any infringement of the intellectual property rights of Blanche Macdonald Centre will result in Blanche Macdonald Centre exercising its available legal remedies without further notice.
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