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Permanent Make-Up (PMU) Artist Certificate
$999.00 per module | 4-part module certificate course
Upcoming Intakes:
Summer: July 2024
Fall: October 2024 (3 spots left)
Winter: January 2025

Dive into the world of micro-pigmentation with expert guidance from seasoned professionals and embark on a journey to become a sought-after permanent make-up artist!
Course Highlights
This 4-part permanent make-up artist course includes theory and practical knowledge, with in depth learnings of:
- Foundational knowledge of permanent make-up artistry.
- Skin anatomy, skin types and conditions, disorders and diseases.
- PMU machines and tools, techniques, health and safety practices and standards.
- Colour theory and pigments, facial morphology, and before and after care.
- In-person apprenticeship with a PMU expert.
Meet a few of our PMU experts as they share some of their insites during our last PMU event: Event: Becoming a PMU Powerhouse
What We'll Cover
PMU FOUNDATIONS
Understand how permanent make-up works and how you can be a sough-out artist in your area.
THE SKIN
Learn about skin layers, functions, skin conditions and diseases, health and safety practices, the Fitzpatrick Scale, and pigments.
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM
Practice your skills and complete your certification with a PMU expert with 1-on-1 training apprenticeship program.
COLOUR THEORY & PIGMENTS
Understand hues, saturation, pigmentation and colour fundamentals, adjustments, and corrections.
FACIAL MORPHOLOGY & TECHNIQUES
Understand how to use PMU machines and tools, and practice your mapping and shaping skills.
CLIENT & BUSINESS FOUNDATIONS
Learn how to prepare your clients for treatments, understand regulations, and set-up your business for operational success.
Prerequisites
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Must be at least 18 years of age.
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Must be able to read and write in English.
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Must have taken Beauty Career Fundamentals courses, or reputable equivalent certificates.
Testimonials
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Thank you so much for the fantastic training yesterday! Excited to practice again
- HC
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It was so precise and thorough :-))
- Harwinder D. from Canada
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A great experience. Suzanne is an excellent trainer. She knows her stuff, professional, and the pace was perfect. I was skeptical about taking on-line workshops because I am not savvy in the technical world. I have to tell you, I was impressed. Everything went smoothly. I felt very comfortable and look forward to their future workshops.
– Cindy Boyd
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Suzanne came to MC College a few months ago to go over Bernard Cassiere product knowledge. I’ve worked with the product for 5 years and I still learned new information regarding the ingredients and how it treats the skin. Suzanne made it easy to remember key points about the product and even went over skin anatomy and how it affects and treats the skin’s barrier. Looking forward to having her come back to the school for more training in the future.
- Heather Christmas
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a permanent make-up (PMU) artist?
A permanent make-up artist, also known as a micro-pigmentation technician, is a professional who specializes in applying permanent cosmetic tattoos to enhance facial features.
These tattoos typically mimic the appearance of make-up, such as eyeliner, eyebrows, and lip liner, but they are designed to last for an extended period.
Prerequisites
You must be at least 18 years of age, have a good understand and knowledge of the English language, and poses basic education of the human body.
If you have no human body education, you'll need to take the following prerequisites:
Classes
Enjoy online learning, 2 days hands on learning, (option to add 3rd day at a cost to student), 1-on-1 apprenticeship placement with a high experienced PMU artist, and ongoing support help you gain confidence through each module and your placement to earn your certificate to take on clients.
Classes will be conducted through a combination of online, self-directed learning, and a 2-day in-person plus apprenticeship placement.
Course Materials
All course materials are made available online through our self-paced learning portal.
During your in-person apprenticeship placement, all PMU equipment will be provided by the PMU expert.
Course Timeframe
Students will have 3-6 months to complete this course, and must pre-register for two in-person classes in the winter, summer, or fall intake sessions.
Course work must be completed prior to final exam. Final exam requires a minimum pass of 85% and must be completed prior to apprenticeship placement.
Apprenticeship program is self-paced with a PMU expert, which will be prearranged with our Director of Education and Training, and the PMU Expert, once you have started your modules.
Apprenticeship Placement
The apprenticeship portion with a PMU expert will need to be arranged once you are enrolled in your modules.
Please note, it is the student's responsibility to:
- pre-arrange 1-on-1 teaching dates and times with the PMU expert
- provide the model for these dates and times.
- paying the PMU expert directly for their 1-on-1 sessions
All course work and final exam must be completed prior to participating in the apprenticeship placement.
Final Exam
Final exam requires a minimum pass of 85% and must be completed prior to apprenticeship placement. Please note, all course work must be completed prior to final exam.
When recording the practical portions, have a phone, laptop, or computer webcam to film the entire service. Detailed instructions will be provided upon enrollment.

Contact Us
Meet Suzanne, Director of Education and Training
Together, discuss the next steps to get you closer to your dream of starting your beauty career.