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Duration
3-4 months
Tuition
$699
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)
Great investment in my future
Allanna Hughes
July 23, 2026Graduated From
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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.
Finished the program feeling confident
Melanie S.
July 23, 2026Graduated From
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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.


