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Duration

3-4 months

Tuition

$699

 

Sep 8-Jan 8

Plus 3 other start dates

Oct 5 - Feb 5 2027

Nov 2 - Mar 2 2027

Dec 7 - Apr 7 2027

Commitment

Part-Time

Delivery

Online

Credential

Certificate

Year Founded

1984

Scholarships

no

QC Makeup Academy’s Hairstyling Essentials certification course is designed to help aspiring beauty professionals build the skills and confidence needed to succeed in the hairstyling industry. Suitable for beginners and working makeup artists alike, the program offers comprehensive training that can expand existing beauty services or launch a new career in film, television, bridal, theater, and other creative industries. Students receive personalized feedback and guidance from a celebrity makeup and hairstyling instructor, along with access to a thriving virtual classroom where they can connect with peers, share work, and access bonus learning materials. The course also provides professional industry discounts to support continued growth and product access.

Through a structured, hands-on curriculum, students learn essential hairstyling techniques ranging from foundational skills to advanced and period-specific styles. Training covers introduction to hairstyling, core styling methods, popular looks, historical styles, and the fundamentals of starting a hairstyling business. The program is designed to align with the expectations of creative directors and producers, helping students develop industry-ready skills and a strong professional portfolio. Upon completion, graduates are equipped to confidently offer hairstyling services, expand their beauty businesses, and pursue diverse opportunities within the professional beauty and entertainment industries.

QC’s online makeup courses are self-paced, allowing students to decide how much time they want to dedicate each week and learn without any assignment deadlines. Most students who study a few hours per week complete their training in 3–4 months, with up to one year available to finish the full program.

What You’ll Learn

  • Master foundational and advanced hairstyling techniques for professional use.
  • Create popular, bridal, and period-inspired hairstyles for different industries.
  • Develop skills to work in film, television, theater, and bridal styling.
  • Build and launch a successful hairstyling or beauty business.

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Student Reviews (21)

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QC Makeup Academy

Great investment in my future

Allanna Hughes

July 23, 2026

Graduated From

All-Access Program

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

5 stars

I wasn't sure which area of beauty I wanted to specialize in, so the All Access program gave me the chance to try it all. Every course was well organized, easy to follow, and packed with practical techniques I could use right away. It was a great inves...

I wasn't sure which area of beauty I wanted to specialize in, so the All Access program gave me the chance to try it all. Every course was well organized, easy to follow, and packed with practical techniques I could use right away. It was a great investment in my future, and I would recommend it to anyone passionate about the beauty industry.

QC Makeup Academy

Finished the program feeling confident

Melanie S.

July 23, 2026

Graduated From

All-Access Program

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

na

The All Access program was exactly what I was looking for. I loved being able to explore everything from makeup artistry to skincare and business training in one place. The tutors were supportive, the feedback was detailed, and I finished the program f...

The All Access program was exactly what I was looking for. I loved being able to explore everything from makeup artistry to skincare and business training in one place. The tutors were supportive, the feedback was detailed, and I finished the program feeling confident and ready to start working with clients.

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