Beauty Care and Makeup Certificate (Latest Curriculum for 2026)
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Focusing on the latest comprehensive training for light medical aesthetic professional beauticians
(Latest curriculum for 2026)

CEF Number: 74C083981
Beauty Care and Makeup Certificate (Qualifications Framework Level 2)
Approximately 3 months (part-time study) to complete
[Includes exams (Government Qualifications Framework Level 2) to Comprehensive Medical Aesthetics Center Management Certificate (ITEC Level 3) and Laser/Color Optics Specialist (ITEC Level 4) exam certifications]

This course, the “Certificate in Beauty Care and Makeup (Level 2 of the Qualifications Framework),” is included in the “List of Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Courses” (CEF No.: 74C083981), the Government Qualifications Framework Level 2 Professional Accreditation (QF number: 12/001349/L2), (Vaild period: 01/01/2013 – 31/07/2026). If the trainee meets the course requirements, they can receive a maximum reimbursement of 80% of the tuition fee (first $10,000), 60% (each session $15,000), or a maximum of $25,000

Internationally recognized credentials
Internationally recognized qualifications, recognized worldwide (in over 50 countries including the UK, US, Australia, and Canada)! Comprehensive beautician industry training: beauty care and makeup, nail manifolds, hair removal care, and use of beauty devices. After completing the course, referrals will be provided; it is estimated that you can recoup your tuition fees after working for just one month!
Government-funded tuition fees
After tuition subsidies from the Government Continuing Education Fund (CEF), only $9,420* (including Level 1 to 4 professional beautician laser technician content)* Dedicated staff will handle government subsidy documents for convenient and fast processing
Directly connected
- 【 IPL Colored Light Beautician Exam Preparation Class]
It can be examined
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- Beauty Care and Makeup Certificate (Qualifications Framework Level 2)
- Certificate of Preparation for Operation of Intense Pulsed Light Instruments (IPL)
- ITEC Medical Aesthetics Center Health and Safety Management Professional Certificate (Level 3)
- ITEC Laser and Intense Pulsed Light Beautician (Level 4)
Synopsis
Beauty care
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- Different skin characteristics, causes, and care methods
- Skin type classification and home care recommendations
- Needle removal techniques, flaking applications, pH values, and understanding AHA fruit acid care
- Makeup removal and facial cleansing techniques (including skin analysis sheet)
- Eyebrow shape correction, bleaching and dyeing of eyebrows and eyelashes
- Principles and techniques of facial, shoulder-neck massage
- Natural mask care therapy, soft molds, cold mold molds, and hot mold therapy are introduced
- Safety and emergency precautions during nursing
Theory of skin structure (anatomy).
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- Cell and Histology 1
- Head, face, shoulders, and neck bones and muscular systems
- Nervous and glandular systems
- Skin structure, function, and pathology
- Circulatory and lymphatic systems
- Business Structure



Hair removal care
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- Precautions and precautions for trichology and hair removal care
- Freezing wax, warm wax, and post-hair removal care
- Hot wax hair removal techniques and post-hair removal care
Makeup techniques
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- Understanding the basic theories of makeup (color harmony methods, customer facial features and face shape analysis)
- Knowledge and application techniques for various cosmetics
- Concealer and contour correction techniques (e.g., dark circles, acne, scars, spots)
Beauty devices
- Safety Guidelines for Maintenance and Use of Beauty Devices
- Enlargement lamp and Ossan steam gauge
- Getting to know magnifying lamps, Osang steam meters, Wudi lamps, skin analyzers,
- Understanding Light Medical Aesthetic Devices: High-Energy Focused Ultrasound (HIFU), Radio Frequency (RF), Plasma
- Plasma, ultrasound, microcurrent
Business Structure
- Business Structure, Professional Code of Conduct for Beauticians
- Definitions and methods for sterilization and hygiene maintenance
- Customer communication, consultation, and reception skills

Proof that you are a professional beautician – Government Credentials Framework

This course is accredited as a Level 2 industry professional accreditation by the Hong Kong Government Qualifications Framework, allowing students to gain greater trust in both employers and clients in terms of capability and professional qualifications. This course is a compulsory full-time course for those aspiring to work full-time or part-time in the beauty care and makeup industry, suitable for anyone. (QF number: 12/001349/L2), (Vaild period: 01/01/2013 – 31/07/2026)
International institution of beauty and hairstyling



The Royal Institute of International Education is currently a professional training and examination center recognized by international professional organizations such as ITEC, CITY & GUILDS, and the government. After completing these courses, students can obtain professional diplomas recognized by over 50 countries. Our students have achieved excellent results in public examinations.
Today, professional certification has become an inevitable direction for becoming a professional beautician. In recent years, the government has actively implemented the Industry Qualifications Framework (Quality Assurance), dividing various industries into multiple government-recognized professional levels (from Level 1 to Level 4 in the beauty industry). Our university has also become the licensing body for the Qualifications Framework accreditation, aiming to regulate and ensure industry quality.
In response to the development of Hong Kong’s knowledge-based economy, society’s demand for aesthetics is continuously rising, and our curriculum has become increasingly diverse. To enhance students’ advantages, we specially appoint renowned university lecturers and working professionals to offer all courses to establish students’ professional status, cultivate management and marketing skills, enhance competitiveness in the job market, and provide employers with comprehensive training for high-quality talent.
Tuition fees or funding channels
Post-funding tuition fee only HK$ 9,420*
- (* Continuing Education Fund Tuition Subsidy $25,000)
- Tuition is $29,800 (monthly installments available)
- Mainland Hong Kong with a One-way Permit can also apply for government subsidies
- The government can pay full tuition fees for loans without means-test! (Dedicated staff assist with application)
- One-stop government qualification framework, on-campus and ITEC (Level 3 + 4) Medical Aesthetics Laser Color Optics Specialist Licensing Package (4 certificates in total) $2,980
- The college guarantees to refer graduates to enter the beauty and makeup industry
- Dedicated staff handle government subsidy documents for convenient and simple procedures



Continuing Education Fund (CEF)
The Continuing Education Fund provides ongoing education and training funding for adults aged 18-65 who wish to pursue further education.
Eligible applicants may claim reimbursement of tuition fees for approved courses. Up to 80% (first $10,000), 60% (first $15,000), or up to $25,000 can be refunded.
Q&A:
- What is a qualified applicant?
Must be a Hong Kong resident and hold the right of abode, entry to Hong Kong, or the right to stay in Hong Kong without any restrictions on stay conditions (a one-way permit for mainland visitors may also apply). - What are the conditions for refunding course fees?
Students only need to achieve passing results and an attendance rate of 80% or above in the school exam to receive a refund, although this usually takes about two months after the course is completed. - How do I apply for the application?
Our college will arrange for staff to handle government subsidy documents on your behalf during course enrollment, making it convenient, fast, and completely free of charge.


For inquiries, please call (24-hour hotline): (852) 2549 7978
This is a course offered by the Royal Institute of International Education
Note: Students applying for this program must hold a Form 3 degree or equivalent qualification (if the applicant holds a non-local degree, they must have passed the ‘Listening and Speaking Cantonese and Writing Chinese Proficiency Test’; and a passing result in the ‘Admission Aptitude Test’)
*If there is any discrepancy between Chinese and English in the above information, the English version shall prevail *Subject to change without period notice Effective date: 22/9/2023
* Guarantee of achievement, free retake, and subsidies are subject to relevant terms and conditions. Please refer to the school’s internal terms for details.
* Employers or organizations have the right to recognize relevant courses on a case-by-case basis
The institution reserves the right to change course content and make the final decision on class times
This course, the “Certificate in Beauty Care and Makeup (Level 2 of the Qualifications Framework),” is included in the “List of Continuing Education Fund Reimbursable Courses” (CEF number: 74C083981) and the Government Qualifications Framework Level 2 Professional Accreditation (QF number: 12/001349/L2), (Vaild period: 01/01/2013 – 31/07/2026). If the participant meets the course requirements, they can receive a maximum reimbursement of 80% of the tuition fee (for the first $10,000), 60% (for the first $15,000), or a maximum of $25,000








