Become A Certified Makeup Artist

Start a Career You’ll Love with QC Makeup Academy’s Online Makeup Training

Enroll with QC and you’ll get:

  • Professional course texts, videos, and practical assignments
  • Hands-on training from celebrity makeup artists
  • professional makeup starter kit
  • An internationally recognized certificate of completion
  • Exclusive makeup discounts from makeup brands
  • Full business training to prepare you for a new career

Become A Certified Makeup Artist

Start a Career You’ll Love with QC Makeup Academy’s Online Makeup Training

Enroll with QC and you’ll get:

  • Professional course texts, videos, and practical assignments
  • One-on-one mentoring from makeup experts
  • professional makeup starter kit
  • An internationally recognized certificate of completion
  • Exclusive makeup discounts from makeup brands
  • Full business training to prepare you for a new career
I want to start off by saying that I am absolutely loving my course so far and have been having a lot of fun! I’m so glad I chose QC as my school, and I have no idea what I’d do without it!

“I want to start off by saying that I am absolutely loving my course so far and have been having a lot of fun! I’m so glad I chose QC as my school, and I have no idea what I’d do without it!”

Morgan AppletonMaster Makeup Artistry Course

Meet QC Students

Join a vibrant community of makeup artists who are passionate about the industry.

QC’s community is active and growing! Read reviews about QC’s courses, watch unboxing videos, meet successful graduates, and see some students’ best makeup looks up-close!

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Meet QC Students

Join a vibrant community of makeup artists who are passionate about the industry.

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Courses & Tuition

Whether you want to work in Hollywood, on Broadway, or specialize in bridal makeup –  QC’s online courses can turn your dream into a reality. Choose from a variety of courses, unmatched by any other makeup school!

Did you know? Enroll in more than one course and receive 50% off any additional course you choose (of equal or lesser value)!

Foundational Training

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Become a certified makeup professional – start your dream career!

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Foundational Training

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Enhance your makeup skills and rise above the competition!

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Specialty
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Learn additional trades that will complement your makeup skills!

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Course Decision Guide

Wondering which course is right for you?

Use this free guide to help you choose the courses that best match your career goals and interests.

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The M.A.C Pro Student Program

Learn From a MAC Eligible School!

QC Makeup Academy is a MAC Pro Eligible School!

Students taking QC Makeup Courses are eligible to apply for the MAC Pro Student Membership to receive discounts on MAC products, in-store and online! MAC Pro Student Membership information is available to eligible students in the online student center.

The M.A.C Pro Student Program

Learn From a MAC Eligible School!

QC Makeup Academy is a MAC Pro Eligible School!

Students taking QC Makeup Courses are eligible to apply for the MAC Pro Student Membership to receive discounts on MAC products, in-store and online! MAC Pro Student Membership information is available to eligible students in the online student center.

QC Makeup Academy Product Discounts 

Students that graduate from QC can take advantage of the exclusive product discounts offered by QC’s preferred makeup partners. Product quality is an important part of becoming a successful makeup artist!

Meet QC Makeup Academy’s Tutors

You’ll get one-on-one mentoring and detailed feedback from one of our tutors. Find out how they began their makeup artistry careers and learn about their makeup industry experience.

Click to learn about each tutor’s unique talents in the makeup industry!
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BBB Accreditation

QC Makeup Academy is an online makeup school providing training that is flexible and affordable. A subsidiary of QC Career School, the online Makeup Academy holds an A+ standing in its accreditation by the Better Business Bureau— this is the highest consumer satisfaction rating.

Since 1984, QC has educated thousands of students. Graduates of QC Makeup Academy receive a professional makeup artistry certification to show that they completed QC’s professional makeup artist training.

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QC Makeup Academy's 21 Day Guarantee

21-Day Guarantee

At QC Makeup Academy, providing high-quality online makeup courses is our top priority. With QC’s 100% money-back guarantee, you’ll have 21 days to review your course materials from the day you receive them. If you have a question or concern, contact us. If in the 21 days, you decide the course isn’t for you, we’ll give you a full refund.

 Please note, the Airbrush Makeup Starter Kit and the SFX Starter Makeup Kit cannot be returned for a refund. All we ask is that you call us to receive shipping instructions for the return.

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Take the first step and head to our online enrollment page to get started.