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Build a broader foundation or focus on a specific skill. Explore in-person learning at AIM in Des Plaines, near Chicago.

Programs and courses

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Certification Programs

A broader curriculum. A structured training path.

Makeup artist working on a bride's eye makeup with a fine brush Certification program

Build your foundation 60 hours

Professional Makeup Certification

A broad makeup curriculum, from color and complexion to bridal, photography and corrective techniques.

For licensed estheticians & cosmetologists.

Next session Oct 13, 2026

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2026 Open for enrollment

Oct 24 – Nov 15

Weekend classes

Sat & Sun

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

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Creative eye and lip makeup in a beauty portrait Certification program

Develop your artistry 60 hours

Master Makeup Certification

An advanced curriculum exploring sculpting, photography makeup and creative looks.

Basic makeup certification and experience required.

Next session To be announced

Next date to be confirmed

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Focused Courses

One area of artistry. A closer look at the technique.

Focused course

Classic lash extensions 12 hours

Eyelash Extension Certification

A two-day, hands-on beginners’ course in classic eyelash extensions for licensed estheticians and cosmetologists.

Next session Oct 17, 2026

Latest availability on the registration page

Instant access

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Focused course

Makeup basics

Fundamentals of Makeup Artistry

Learn the basics of makeup artistry, or refresh your fundamentals as a professional, for salon, spa and freelance work.

Next session Oct 24, 2026

Latest availability on the registration page

Instant access

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Focused course

Bridal & photography

Bridal and Photography Makeup

Expand your makeup business into bridal and photography makeup, and learn how to succeed in those areas.

Next session Nov 7, 2026

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Focused course

Special-occasion makeup

Get Glammed

Develop statement looks with defined eyes, cut creases, pigments and polished lips.

Next session To be announced

Next date on the registration page

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

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Focused course

Brows

Brows SOS: Mastering the Art of Brow Perfection

Make brows your specialty: brow mapping, shaping, tinting and lamination, without permanent or invasive procedures.

Next session To be announced

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Instant access

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Eyes & definition

Eye to Eye

Eye makeup from soft eye shadow looks to intense, dramatic smoky eyes.

Next session To be announced

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Instant access

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Focused course

Complexion

Flawless Filter: Makeup Base & Finish

Pro strategies for a glowing, smooth, camera-ready complexion on every skin tone and type.

Next session To be announced

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Instant access

Start anytime, study online

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Brows & lashes

Let’s Frame It!

Brow and lash services for professionals: shaping, perming, tinting and lash lifts, with theory, demo and hands-on practice.

Next session To be announced

Next date on the registration page

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

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Continuing Education

CE hours toward your esthetics or cosmetology license.

Online course

Concealer & highlight 2 hours

Conceal and Reveal

Master concealing and highlighting in a self-paced continuing education course for licensed estheticians and cosmetologists.

Next session Start anytime

Instant online access

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

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Focused course

Special-occasion makeup

Get Glammed

Develop statement looks with defined eyes, cut creases, pigments and polished lips.

Next session To be announced

Next date on the registration page

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

Explore Course
Focused course

Brows

Brows SOS: Mastering the Art of Brow Perfection

Make brows your specialty: brow mapping, shaping, tinting and lamination, without permanent or invasive procedures.

Next session To be announced

Next date on the registration page

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

Explore Course
Focused course

Eyes & definition

Eye to Eye

Eye makeup from soft eye shadow looks to intense, dramatic smoky eyes.

Next session To be announced

Next date on the registration page

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

Explore Course
Focused course

Complexion

Flawless Filter: Makeup Base & Finish

Pro strategies for a glowing, smooth, camera-ready complexion on every skin tone and type.

Next session To be announced

Next date on the registration page

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

Explore Course
Focused course

Brows & lashes

Let’s Frame It!

Brow and lash services for professionals: shaping, perming, tinting and lash lifts, with theory, demo and hands-on practice.

Next session To be announced

Next date on the registration page

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

Explore Course
Online course

Lips 2 hours

Lip Architecture

Understand and enhance lip structure, tone and color in a self-paced continuing education course.

Next session Start anytime

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Instant access

Start anytime, study online

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Online Courses

Self-paced study with instant access.

Online course

Concealer & highlight 2 hours

Conceal and Reveal

Master concealing and highlighting in a self-paced continuing education course for licensed estheticians and cosmetologists.

Next session Start anytime

Instant online access

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

Explore Online
Online course

Lips 2 hours

Lip Architecture

Understand and enhance lip structure, tone and color in a self-paced continuing education course.

Next session Start anytime

Instant online access

Instant access

Start anytime, study online

Explore Online

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