Level 4 Certificate in Micropigmentation 
 
 
Government-Recognised Qualification | Focus Awards (RQF)
Qualification Number: 603/3834/X
REGULAR Price: £1599 + VAT
 
Payment Plans Available
Accredited by: Focus Awards | Regulated by Ofqual
 
 
 
 
Course Overview
 
 
This nationally recognised Level 4 Certificate in Micropigmentation is designed for qualified professionals who wish to formalise their skills in permanent makeup through an Ofqual-regulated qualification.
It meets UK council licensing and insurance requirements and reflects the highest standards in micropigmentation education.
 
Delivered at The Beauty Academy LTD, this advanced course focuses on the safe, professional, and effective delivery of brows, lips, and eyeliner PMU treatments using the digital machine method. Students complete both theory and practical assessments with full tutor support.
 
 
 
 
What You’ll Learn
 
Health & safety protocols in PMU
Anatomy, physiology, and skin structure
Safe machine and needle handling
Client consultation, patch testing & consent
Treatment planning and pigment selection
PMU techniques for eyebrows, lips, and eyeliner
Contraindications, corrections & colour theory
Legal frameworks, licensing, and professionalism
Portfolio building and photographic evidence
Aftercare, healing stages & client support
Business readiness and confidence in real treatment settings
 
 
 
 
Entry Requirements
 
To enrol, learners must meet one of the following:
 
Hold a Level 3 Beauty Therapy qualification,
or
Have a minimum of 2 years’ experience in permanent makeup 
 
 
All learners must be 18 years or older.
If you’re unsure about your eligibility, please contact us.
 
 
 
 
Qualification Structure
 
 
Official RQF Level 4 Qualification
Awarded by Focus Awards
Blended learning: theory online, assessment in-person
Portfolio of evidence and model case studies required
Live assessments on brows or lips or eyeliner
Duration: Flexible (typically completed in 1-6 months )
Tutor-led support throughout
 
 
 
 
 
What’s Included
 
 
Online learning 
All assessment materials
Live model assessments 
Registration and certification with Focus Awards
Available resources and manuals
Lifetime 20% discount in our online shop
Optional PMU machine available (£390 + VAT)
 
 
 
 
 
Investment & Payment Options
 
Total course fee: £1599 + VAT
£500 + VAT registration FEES (non-refundable) 
Pay using PayPal Later, Klarna, SplitIt, or PayPal 12-Month Finance
 
 
 
 
 
Location
 
The Beauty Academy LTD
207 Duke Street, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP3 0BH
 
 
 
 
How to Book
 
 
If you don’t see a training date that suits you, please fill out the contact form or request a call back — we’ll be happy to discuss availability.
 
To secure your place, simply pay the registration fee.
For bespoke training schedules, we can arrange dates individually once the deposit is received.
 
Once your fee is paid, include a note with your preferred start date and we’ll contact you to confirm your booking.
If needed, you can also request a call back to finalise details.
 
Booking Fee: £500 + VAT (non-refundable)
(The Beauty Academy LTD is VAT registered. If you are not VAT registered, you may not be able to reclaim VAT. Please discuss available options with us.)