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Duration

3-4 months

Tuition

$623

 

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 Portfolio Development course is designed to help aspiring makeup artists build a professional, visually compelling portfolio that showcases their skills and attracts clients. Through advanced training and expert-led guidance, students learn how to elevate their artistry while receiving personalized feedback from a professional makeup artist. The program provides a supportive virtual community where learners can connect with fellow MUAs, share work, gain insights, and access exclusive bonus content, along with industry discounts to support their continued growth.

Through a practical, career-focused curriculum, students learn how to create a diverse and polished portfolio that effectively highlights their technical and creative abilities. Training includes planning and executing styled photoshoots from start to finish, developing strong portfolio presentation techniques, and learning how to market their work to a targeted audience. By the end of the course, students earn a Portfolio Development certificate that reflects their commitment to professional growth and helps establish credibility within the beauty industry as they build and expand their makeup careers.

QC’s online Portfolio Development course is 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

  • Build a professional makeup portfolio that showcases diverse skills and techniques.
  • Plan and execute styled photoshoots from concept to final images.
  • Develop strong presentation and marketing strategies for your portfolio.
  • Use your portfolio to attract clients and grow your makeup career.

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Student Reviews (22)

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QC Makeup Academy

Solid foundation

Francesca Tully

August 20, 2026

Graduated From

Hair Styling Essentials

Overall:

5 out of 5

Instructors:

5 stars

Curriculum:

5 stars

Job Assistance:

na

I really enjoyed taking the Hair Styling Essentials course through QC Makeup Academy. The lessons were easy to follow and gave me a solid foundation in different styling techniques, from creating polished everyday looks to working with different hair t...

I really enjoyed taking the Hair Styling Essentials course through QC Makeup Academy. The lessons were easy to follow and gave me a solid foundation in different styling techniques, from creating polished everyday looks to working with different hair textures and tools. I also appreciated being able to learn at my own pace and practice the techniques as I went. It was a great course for building confidence and developing practical hairstyling skills.

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.