Course Details

  • Course Code: USMEC18CHC
  • Location: Online
  • Duration: 8 hours
  • Cost:
  • Qualification: All modern browsers and devices

Further Details

  • Course Access: Lifetime
  • Exams Included: Yes
  • Compatibility: All major devices and browsers

Approved Course:

A013261-11



Contouring and Highlighting Certification

This course gives you everything you need to know about learning how to contour and highlight. At the conclusion of this course, participants have the knowledge they need to successfully complete these makeup techniques, as well as related methods of sculpting and drawing attention to the face.

This contouring and highlighting mini-course covers many of the basics and advanced techniques you need to contour or highlight your own face, or those of your clients. We have developed this course to give students important information about these makeup methods, both from a personal standpoint and a professional one.

Throughout the course, students are provided with instruction, tips, and techniques for applying contouring and highlighting products, including foundation, concealer, bronzer, and highlighter. The course also discusses the history of contouring and its seemingly sudden rise to popularity. Students of this course further learn about the tools, equipment, tips, and techniques they need to contour and highlight with ease.

At the conclusion of the course, students receive a diploma, proving they have successfully completed each module.

What You Will Learn

This course was designed to give students a total overview of what is involved in contouring and highlighting the face:

Here’s what the course covers:

  • Information about the various products and brands that are recommended
  • Best techniques to use when working with oily or dry skin
  • How and why you should prepare the skin before applying any makeup
  • The history of contouring throughout the ages
  • Related techniques, such as tontouring, and when to use them
  • The best way to find products for your skin type and tone
  • Where you can go to find more inspiration for makeup looks
  • Information about high- and low-cost contouring products

Benefits of the Contouring and Highlighting Certification

This contouring and highlighting mini-course includes the following benefits:

  • An affordable course that gives you all the information you need to confidently contour and highlight
  • A curriculum that is easy to understand, divided into five complete modules
  • The achievement of knowing how to apply these techniques to create other makeup looks
  • Learning about the history of contouring and its rise to popularity
  • Understanding how to choose the best products for your face
  • The ability to study from any location with an internet connection
  • Learn the material at any time and at your own pace
  • Lifetime access to the course – no deadlines
  • Obtain a certification when completing the course, which will improve your career prospects


Course Modules/Lessons

Module 1: Introduction to Contouring and Highlighting

  • What it means to contour and highlight;
  • The pros and cons of using creams versus powders;
  • Which products are best to use for contouring and highlighting;
  • The brushes you should be sure to have;

Module 2: Applying Makeup

  • The steps involved in preparing a face for contouring and highlighting;
  • How to choose and apply the base coat of makeup;
  • Tips on highlighting;
  • How to contour;

Module 3: Contouring Relatives and Where to Find Inspiration

  • All about non-touring;
  • How to complete the strobe look;
  • Information about tontouring;
  • What it means to “bake” the face;

Module 4: Other Uses for Contouring and Highlighting

  • Techniques that you can use, to reshape your nose;
  • How to highlight, if you want to hide wrinkles;
  • Contouring, to make your face slimmer;
  • Using contouring, to vary the shape of your eyes;

Module 5: How to Pick the Perfect Products for your Face

  • How to choose a foundation, based on your skin tone;
  • Details about selecting the perfect concealer;
  • Information about buying the best bronzer, depending on skin type;
  • Why moisturizing is important, and how to pick the right moisturizer;

Example Certificate


Certificate No CERTIDNO
This certificate is to verify that
Your Name

has successfully completed the
CONTOURING AND HIGHLIGHTING CERTIFICATION
on the
27th August 2025

A013261-11
Daniel Morgan
Head Tutor
New Skills Academy

This certificate can be verified online at:
https://old.newskillsacademy.com

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FAQ's

  • Who can take the course?

    Anyone who has an interest in gaining a greater understanding of this subject is encouraged to take the course. There are no entry requirements to take the course.

  • What is the structure of the course?

    The course is broken down in to individual modules. Each module takes between 30 and 90 minutes on average to study. Although you are free to spend as much or as little time as you feel necessary on each module, simply log in and out of the course at your convenience.

  • Where / when can I study the course?

    You can study the course any time you like. Simply log in and out of the web based course as often as you require. The course is compatible with all computers, tablet devices and smart phones so you can even study while on the move!

  • Is there a test at the end of the course?

    Once you have completed all of the modules there is a 30 (multiple choice) question test. The questions will be on a range of topics found within the modules. The test, like the course, is online and can be taken a time and location of your choosing.

  • What happens if I fail the test?

    If you don’t pass the test first time you will get a second opportunity to take the test again after further study.

  • When will I receive my certificate?

    Once you have completed your test you can log in to your account and download / print your certificate any time you need it. If you would prefer us to post you a certificate there will be an admin charge of $16

  • How can I pay?

    We use Paypal for all payments on the site. You can either use your Visa, MasterCard ,American Express, Solo cards or PayPal account to pay for the online course. All payments are handled securely by Paypal.

  • Is my payment secure?

    As previously mentioned your payment is totally secure. We use the latest ssl encryption for all transactions.

  • How long after payment can I begin the course?

    You can begin the course immediately after your payment has been received.
    You should receive an email with your log in details as soon as your payment has been accepted. If you don’t get this email please check your junk folder, failing that please contact us for further assistance.

  • How long is my certificate valid for?

    There is no expiry or renewal fees

Go at your own pace. There are no time limits for this course.
This course is compatible with all modern devices and browsers.
On completion of the course you will be awarded a certificate.
We are here to help if you have any problems.

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