Skill set Outline
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14/09/2026 3:48 AM AWST
14/09/2026 3:48 AM AWST
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Photographic Make-up and Styling Skill Set
Photographic Make-up and Styling Skill Set
Skill set
National Code
CUASS00104
CUASS00104
State Code
AE541
AE541
TGA Status
Current
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Approved
National Endorsed, State Implementation and Classification
AQF Level
—
Field of Education
—
Skillset Type
National
Original TGA Release Date
16/04/2021
Current Release Date
19/10/2022
Current Release Number
2.00
Approved Date
26/11/2021
Nominal Hours
645
Duration
—
Releases
| Release Version | Release Date | TGA Status | DTWD Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.00 | 19/10/2022 | Current | Approved |
| 1.00 | 16/04/2021 | Replaced | Replaced |
Description
This skill set addresses the skills, knowledge and performance requirements to provide makeup services for the photographic and fashion industries, under the supervision of photographers or art directors.
Pathway Information
Units from this skill set can contribute credit towards CUA41220 Certificate IV in Screen and Media.
Licensing / Regulatory Information
No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this skill set at the time of publication.
Target Group
This skill set is for people working as make-up artists in the photographic and fashion industries.
Suggested words for statement of attainment
These units of competency from the BSB Business Services, CUA Creative Arts and Culture, MST Textiles, Clothing and Footwear and SHB Hairdressing and Beauty Services Training Packages meet the training requirements for make-up artists and stylists in the photographic and fashion industries.
General notes
Schedule
| State Code | National Code | Title | Hours | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCF64 | BSBCRT311 | Apply critical thinking skills in a team environment | 45 | Unit of competency |
| AWJ35 | CUADIG304 | Create visual design components | 40 | Unit of competency |
| OCF16 | BSBOPS304 | Deliver and monitor a service to customers | 50 | Unit of competency |
| AVG30 | SHBBMUP003 | Design and apply make-up for photography | 30 | Unit of competency |
| ODJ19 | CUAMUP411 | Design, apply and remove make-up | 160 | Unit of competency |
| ODE99 | CUADES301 | Explore the use of colour | 40 | Unit of competency |
| BAW88 | MSTFD4006 | Interact and network with fashion industry participants | 60 | Unit of competency |
| ODE46 | CUAMUP412 | Maintain make-up and hair continuity | 160 | Unit of competency |
| AWF52 | CUADIG303 | Produce and prepare photo images | 60 | Unit of competency |
Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD387 | CUASS00048 | Photographic Make-up and Styling Skill Set | Skill set |