To qualify as a recognised Image Consultant the following modules must be completed (600 hours training including pre-study, home study and hands on study).
Option 1
Module 001 Colour Analysis
Module 002 Style for Women
Module 003 Style for Men
Module 004 Cosmetic Application
The course modules cover in-depth practical and theory knowledge. Cost of complete course is $8,500 + GST. A deposit is $2,950 + GST is required to cover your colour drapes and swatches. A time payment plan option is available if required and can be discussed if you decide to go ahead. Credit card options are also available.
Course Content
- Objective/overall aim of course.
- Artistic Principles.
- History of Colour.
- Colour Personalities.
- Psychology of Colour.
- Basic Colour Concepts.
- Seasonal/Tonal Colour.
- Style Consultation.
- Wardrobe Planning.
- Personal Shopping.
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All of the above takes into account:
· Various approaches to colour.
· Effect colour has on the conscious and sub conscious mind.
· Colour wheel.
· Importance of undertone.
· Cool/Warm theory.
· Seasonal/Tonal theory.
· Body shapes (men and women)
· Styling different personalities.
· Conducting a style consultation.
· Planning a wardrobe.
· How to conduct a personal shopping experience.
· Putting it all together.
Course cost includes:
Tuition
Assessment Guidelines/Fee (New Zealand only)
Pre-Study
Study Material (module notes, homework etc)
Colour Drapes (seasonal/tonal)
4 Colour Swatches (spring, summer, autumn, winter)
1 set of Flow swatches to match pallets.
Other costs to you:
Material to make Gold/Sliver Drapes (not expensive).
Materials to make your own colour wheel (not expensive)
Assessment Fee if you wish to take the prestigious TFIC/City & Guilds Image Consulting Award*
Student Fee to join New Zealand Federation of Image Consultants professional body (optional)
*You will note that the cost includes your final assessment in NZ. If you wish to take the TFIC (Federation of Image Consultants UK) International Exam the cost is extra (as yet we do not have the cost for 2009). This is of course optional and you will be able to practice once you have completed your assessment in New Zealand. When you commence study you will also be able to join the New Zealand Federation of Image Consultants (NZFIC) as a student member and enjoy the benefits associated with that.
The Australasian Image Institute is the only Registered Training Provider in New Zealand, recognised by the TFIC in London. The Style Studio is delighted to announce that they have joined forces with The Australasian Image Institute to provide quality training for interested students nationwide.
Option 2
Modules 001 to 004 can be taken individually. The cost for each module is $3,750 + GST. To become a Stylist/Personal Shopper Modules 1 and 2 or 1 and 3 must be completed (depends on whether or not you decide to specialise in women’s styling or men’s styling). If you do both modules together the cost would be $6,500 + GST.
The Colour Analysis Module is compulsory in every training. Before you begin study you will be asked to complete pre-study assignments relating to Colour. These assignments give your tutor an in-sight into where you are at with colour so to speak. They are simple, yet enjoyable assignments.
