Certificate III in Styling (Fashion, Image and Media)

• Next Start Date: Friday the 9th of March 2012: 9:00AM - 3:30PM BRISBANE
• Next Start Date: Friday the 9th of March 2012: 9:00AM - 3:30PM GOLD COAST

Would you like a career as a fashion stylist, fashion editor, fashion journalist, makeup artist, image consultant or creative director?

The Certificate III in Styling course offers students intensive training in the fashion styling industry to give students the skills to work in a career that is creative, diverse and exciting. This course is for anyone who is interested in a career in makeup, fashion styling for magazines, fashion editing, make-over styling/image consulting.

The course covers working in editorial, catwalk, commercial and image styling, plus advanced cinemagraphic, theatre and special effects make-up techniques and styling for bridal, photography and film & TV.

The Certificate III in Styling students will have the opportunity to work with our full time fashion design students, working backstage at fashion parades, assisting them with creating photographic looks for their ranges etc, which will in turn provide the advanced make-up & styling students with great photos for inclusion in their portfolio, and a invaluable experience that can be noted on their resume.

AIMS courses are taught by trainers who have vast experience within the styling industry. This gives our students the ability to gain valuable insights from trainers with real industry experience and benefit from their experiences, knowledge and industry contacts.

Students will work on clients, giving styling advice, planning and preparing photoshoots and be involved in fashion parades and events. This unique program will put you at the cutting edge this rapidly expanding industry and give students the ability to work in a more diverse range of specialist fields.

During the course students will work on major photoshoot projects to develop for their portfolio, as well as working on smaller projects with clients and other students.

Students will also work on developing a fashion magazine, of which they will source items, work on the photoshoots, help plan the layout and write content for. This is a unique opportunity that will give students not only invaluable experience but also give students 'tear sheets' to include in their portfolio.

A career in styling can also lead to other related fields such as: fashion designer, visual merchandising, interior decorator, events management, wedding planning, costume designer, film/stage set designer and more.

It is also possible to complete this course alongside the Diploma of Fashion & Textiles Merchandising course for those who are interested in fashion business, fashion buying and merchandising.

Career Opportunities

• Make-Up Artist
• Fashion Stylist
• Image Consultant
• Fashion Editor
• Fashion Consultant
• Bridal Consultant
• Film & Television make-up and wardrobe
• Fashion sales representative/marketing
• Retail fashion sales

Topic Areas Covered

• Make-Up Application for photography
• Styling careers
• Developing ideas and concepts for photoshoots and productions
• Hair styling techniques
• Working for fashion magazines and editorial projects
• Coordinating photo-shoots and working with photographers
• Sourcing clothing, accessories and props for photoshoots
• Analysing clients needs and making suggestions
• Coordinating fashion looks for clients to enhance their figure type and personality
• Coordinating fashion parades
• Managing a project
• Business skills for make-up artists & stylists

Styling Qualification

On successful completion of the course, students will be awarded the '30800QLD: Certificate III in Styling (Fashion, Image & Media)', which is nationally recognised as part of the Australian Qualifications Framework.

On successful completion of the course students will receive competencies in the following units:

Units of Competency

Please note that the Certificate III forms part of the Full Time Diploma of Styling (Fashion, Image & Media) and students may continue on to complete the Diploma of Styling at the end of this course.

Further Study Options

Student's may decide to continue on to complete the Diploma of Styling (Fashion, Image & Media), recieving credit for the unit's of competency listed above.

Alternatively student's may decide to complete further study in the related area of fashion merchandising and either complete the 'Fashion Marketing & Merchandising' part time course, or complete the 'Diploma of Fashion & Textiles Merchandising'.

You Will Receive

Students receive a make-up kit valued at over $400, use of the school's makeup kit, a school t-shirt and four photoshoots with a professional photographer (including a print).

Course Duration

The course runs one day a week (9.00am - 3.30pm) part-time for one year.

Term Dates

Complete an online application now!

Course Fees

To secure a position in the course, a minimum course deposit of 10% of the 'Discount Upfront Payment' price is required.

Course fees cover:

• Tuition
• Notes
• Makeup Kit
• School T-Shirt
• Use of the school's equipment
• Use of the school's makeup products for in class use
• 4 Photoshoots with a professional photographer - including a photo print for inclusion in your portfolio.

Price:

The course fees are for a position in the course and are payable whether the student completes the course or not. Upon enrolling in the course, the student (and guarantor/s) becomes liable to the institute for the full course fees.

To secure a position in the course, student's must pay a minimum non-refundable course deposit of 10% of the 'Discounted Upfront Payment Price' (listed below).

Certificate III in Styling (Fashion, Image & Media):

Discounted Upfront Payment Price: $6,500.00

• Non-Refundable Course Deposit: $650.00
• Balance Due on Course Commencement Date: $5,850.00

Full Course Cost (Payment Plan): $7,150.00

• Non-Refundable Course Deposit: $650.00
• Balance paid in weekly direct debit installments (with Ezypay) over course duration: $6,500.00

* Students who also enrol in the Diploma of Beauty Therapy or the Diploma of Fashion & Textiles Merchandising at the same time will receive a discount on the combined course cost. Please speak call us on (07) 55 938 335 for details.

Additional Costs:

• Printing & photocoping by student.
• Students will be required to pay for their graduation dinner for themselves and any guests. Students will be advised on the price in advance - allow $80 per person.

Required Equipment

Students will need the following equipment for completion of the course:

• Makeup Remover - required type will be discussed in class
• Moisturiser - requried type will be dicussed in class
• 1 packet of colouring pencils
• 1 packet of gouache paints (packet of 12)
• Basic stationary - e.g. display folder's, pens, pencil & rubber, highlighters.
• USB Thumb drive - 2GB minimum recommended
• A digital camera is highly recommended (not compulsory)
• Student's may also choose to purchase clothing, props and additional products for use in their photoshoots - as selected and desired by the student.

Applications

It is advised that applicants have successfully completed a minimum of Year 10 Maths and English.

Application and Enrolment Process:

1. Attend an interview at the college and complete an interview test - phone (07) 55 938 335 to arrange your interview. (If you live outside the South East Qld Region and are unable to attend an interview, contact us to have the application forms posted to you).
2. Fill out and return the Application Form (this can be completed at the interview).
3. Student's will recieve their acceptance/non-acceptance letter and enrolment pack in the mail - including enrolment form, payment plan forms and the student handbook.
4. After reading the student handbook and enrolment forms, student's who wish to enrol must submit the enrolment form with the course deposit to secure their position in the course.

Register Your Interest in This Course

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Next Course Start Dates

• Next Start Date: Friday the 9th of March 2012: 9:00AM - 3:30PM BRISBANE
• Next Start Date: Friday the 9th of March 2012: 9:00AM - 3:30PM GOLD COAST