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Explore our diverse programs – transform your artistry into a profession.
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Weekdays 8:30am – 5:00pm
Weekdays 9:00am – 5:00PM
Cinema Makeup School’s Certificate Courses are 3-4 week long programs, designed to train students in specific areas of makeup. From Special Makeup Effects to Advanced Beauty Theory, students are guaranteed to find a course for them.
Learning essential out of kit makeup techniques such as aging, laying facial hair, bald caps, and a variety of injuries.
Clock Hours
Weeks
Total Investment
Clock Hours
Weeks
Tuition
Lab Fee
Materials
Total
May
2026
Jun
2026
Jul
2026
Aug
2026*
Sep
2026*
Oct
2026
Nov
2026*
Jan
2027
Feb
2027
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
This 4-week course teaches students the process of creating realistic prosthetic makeup, from first concept to final application. Students will learn life-like sculpting and painting techniques, specifically for translucent appliances. This course introduces students to methods of sculpting, molding, and running a variety of prosthetics, including silicone, gelatin, and pros-aide transfers.
Clock Hours
Weeks
Total Investment
Clock Hours
Weeks
Tuition
Lab Fee
Materials
Total
June
2026
July
2026*
Aug
2026
Sep
2026
Sep
2026*
Oct
2026
Nov
2026
Jan
2027
Feb
2027
Mar
2027
Mar
2027
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
Students will learn to sculpt, mold, paint, and apply a creature prosthetic made of foam latex.
Clock Hours
Weeks
Total Investment
Clock Hours
Weeks
Tuition
Lab Fee
Materials
Total
May
2026
Jun
2026
July
2026
Aug
2026*
Sep
2026
Oct
2026*
Nov
2026
Jan
2027
Feb
2027
Mar
2027
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
Students will learn to sculpt, mold, paint, and hair punch to create a realistic severed head of themselves.
Clock Hours
Weeks
Total Investment
Clock Hours
Weeks
Tuition
Materials
Total
Jun
2026*
Jul
2026
Aug
2026*
Sept
2026
Oct
2026
Nov
2026
Jan
2027
Jan
2027
Mar
2027
Mar
2027
Apr
2027
May
2027
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
In this 3-week course students will explore advance beauty and business concepts such as Runway, Extreme Beauty, and Advance Airbrush to elevate their beauty skills and learn to navigate their makeup careers.
Clock Hours
Weeks
Total Investment
Clcok Hours
Weeks
Tuition
Lab Fee
Materials
Total
Jun
2026
Jun
2026
Jul
2026
Aug
2026
Sept
2026
Oct
2026
Nov
2026+
Jan
2027
Feb
2027
Mar
2027
Apr
2027
May
2027
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
* Denotes irregular scheduling due to holidays and breaks – classes may run from 9am to 5:30pm.
+ Indicates a minimum one-week break within the scheduled class or program.
Class times and start dates are subject to change without notice.
The best makeup certification depends on your career goals and the specific skills you want to develop:
Prosthetic Makeup Course: Ideal if your goal is to master sculpting, molding, and applying silicone or gelatin appliances.
Character Makeup Course: Best if you want to work independently on set for complete character transformations, including aging, laying facial hair, and out-of-kit injury effects.
Special Effects Makeup Course: Choose this program to learn a range of iconic FX used in Hollywood movies and TV alongside foam latex appliances.
Advanced Beauty Theory: Perfect if you already know the basics and want to elevate your skills for high-fashion runway, extreme editorial looks, and airbrushing.
Advanced Lab Techniques: Built for experienced SFX artists who want to refine hyper-realistic lab skills, hyper-detailed prop making, and full silicone fabrication.
Finding the best special effects makeup school depends on your preferred location, the depth of the curriculum, and the instructors’ industry experience.
However, since 1993, Cinema Makeup School has been a global leader in hands-on SFX makeup training. With over 10,000 alumni working worldwide, we take pride in taking aspiring artists from passionate beginners to working industry professionals.
Tuition varies across different academies, but specialized SFX programs generally require a higher investment due to studio equipment and professional kit supplies.
At Cinema Makeup School, our Special Effects Makeup Certificate program costs $5,410 total for a 4-week intensive track. This covers $4,000 Tuition, an $850 Lab Fee, and a $610 Materials Fee.
Note: Program fees are subject to change, so we recommend confirming current pricing with an admissions advisor before enrolling.
Legal requirements vary depending on your local laws and industry track. However, earning a specialized makeup certificate validates your technical skills, builds a strong portfolio, and helps you get hired much faster.
Certification timelines vary depending on your chosen track: