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Below is a list of courses that make up this certificate. It is recommended that you meet with an academic advisor before registering for classes.
Field of Interest
The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre: Hair and Makeup is designed to provide students with the skills to apply makeup and produce wigs for theatrical performances. The classes include instruction in makeup techniques and wig ventilation; period and contemporary hairstyling and costuming; wig work and hairpiece application; synthetic hair and masks; cosmetic preparations and treatments; makeup artistry; and attachment, removal, and camouflaging of prostheses. A Certificate of Completion (CCL) in Technical Theatre and the Associate in Arts, Fine Arts (AAFA), Emphasis in Theatre are also available.
Details
Important information you’ll need when applying for admission:
- Field of Interest
- Visual and Performing Arts
- Type
- Certificate
- Academic Plan
- Technical Theatre: Hair and Makeup (CER)
- Academic Plan Code
- 5091
- Total Credits Required
- 10-11
- Effective Term
- Fall 2026
- Notes
This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.
Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses within the program.
What You’ll Learn
This certificate will help you gain the expertise needed to:
- Demonstrate proficiency in the use of wig, hair, and makeup terms and technology.
- Use basic and advanced makeup techniques for stage and screen including special effects.
- Design hair and makeup for specific visual styles, practices, systems and historical contexts.
- Demonstrate the ability to select and employ proper techniques for application, construction, and styling of wigs and hairpieces, appropriate to the needs of the project.
- Employ basic skills and techniques in wig ventilating (wig making).
- Recognize roles and responsibilities including safety protocols.
Required Courses
| Course # | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Credits: | 10-11 | |
| THO115 | Makeup for Stage and Screen | 3 |
| THO215 | Advanced Makeup Techniques for Stage and Screen | 3 |
| THO216 | Wig and Hair Production for Theatre and Film | 3 |
| THP201AA | Theatre Production I (1) OR | |
| THP201AB | Theatre Production II (2) OR | |
| THO202AC | Theatre Production I Costume Shop (1) | 1-2 |
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Become a Student
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Disclaimer
At Maricopa, we strive to provide you with accurate and current information about our degree and certificate offerings. Due to the dynamic nature of the curriculum process, course and program information is subject to change. As a result, the course list associated with this degree or certificate on this site does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If you are interested in pursuing this degree or certificate, we encourage you to meet with an advisor to discuss the requirements at your college for the appropriate catalog year.
View MCCCD’s official curriculum documentation for additional details regarding the requirements of this award (https://aztransmac2.asu.edu/cgi-bin/WebObjects/MCCCD.woa/wa/freeForm11?id=16463896).
Full Award Details
- Major
- 5091
- First Term
- 2026 Fall
- Final Term
- Current
- Award
- CCL
- Total Credits
- 10-11
- CIPS code
- 12.0406
- SOC codes
- 39-5091.00
- Program Availability
- MC
- Instructional Council
- Theatre Arts
- Last Updated
- 09/22/2026