COURSE CATALOG
All our courses will require registration with Los Angeles County Health Department. You will need to renew the Health Department registration annually if you plan to practice in Los Angeles County. Every state and county has its own rules, regulations, and laws. We recommend contacting your local health department for a deeper understanding of their laws.
You will also need to send in the certificate of completion of your Blood Borne Pathogen training. Please be sure to complete training for Los Angeles County.
All permanent makeup and beauty courses at a glance
Elite Permanent Makeup and Cosmetology College has taught in West Los Angeles since 2012 and is approved by California’s Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education (BPPE). Every course is taught in person at our Santa Monica Boulevard campus, and most include a starter kit and a live model day. Here is the full catalog by category, with current tuition. Click any course name for the schedule, kit contents and what you will practice.
Brows
| Course | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Microblading | 5 days | $3,000 |
| Powder / Ombré Brows | 3 days | $2,500 |
| Nano Brows | 3 days | $2,500 |
| Brow Mapping | 1 day (5 hours) | $600 |
Lips and eyes
| Course | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Lip Blushing | 3 days | $2,500 |
| Semi-Permanent Eyeliner | 5 days | $2,500 |
| Eyeshadow | 3 days | $2,500 |
| Eyelash Extensions | 1 day | $1,300 |
Paramedical and scalp
| Course | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Paramedical / Scar Camouflage | 3 days | $3,000 |
| Scalp Micropigmentation | Call for the current schedule | $3,500 |
| Tattoo and PMU Removal | 1 day | $1,000 |
Skin and body
| Course | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Plasma Fibroblast | 1 day | $3,000 |
| Collagen Rejuvenation Therapy | 1 day | $1,700 |
| Body Contouring | 2 days | $2,900 |
| Tiny Tattoo | 3 days | $2,500 |
| Threading | 1 day | $900 |
Programs
| Course | Length | Tuition |
|---|---|---|
| Triple Course (three techniques) | Varies by the techniques you pick | $6,900 (saves $1,600; $500 deposit) |
| Comprehensive PMU Course, half | 3 months | $13,900 |
| Comprehensive PMU Course, full | 6 months | $26,900 |
| Instructor Course | 4 to 6 days | Ask the team |
How to choose the right permanent makeup course
Start with what you want your working week to look like, then pick the course that gets you there with the least detours.
- Brand new to permanent makeup: most students begin with brows, the most common starting point in permanent makeup. Microblading suits clients with normal to dry skin who want crisp hair strokes; powder or nano brows broaden the skin types you can treat. Brow Mapping is a short add-on if symmetry is what worries you most.
- Want more than one technique: the Triple Course bundles three techniques for $6,900, which is $1,600 less than booking them one by one.
- Changing careers completely: the Comprehensive PMU Course runs three or six months and gives you time to build skill across many services before you take clients on your own.
- Already a tattoo artist or PMU artist: scalp micropigmentation, paramedical scar camouflage and removal add services that not every studio offers.
- Esthetician or lash and brow professional: the skin and body courses, eyelash extensions and threading fit easily into an existing treatment menu.
- Experienced artist who wants to teach: ask us about the Instructor Course.
Not sure yet? Book a free phone consultation for courses and talk it through with our team before you pay anything.
How to enroll in a course
- Call or book a free phone consultation at 310-446-7878 (Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm, Saturday 10am to 3pm) to pick a course and date.
- Complete an online bloodborne pathogens certificate. It takes about 3 hours and is renewed every year; see our BBP certification page for details.
- Reserve your seat. Most courses take a $250 deposit, and you can pay in full or finance the rest.
- Get registered. For permanent makeup work, Elite registers you with the Los Angeles County health department as a body art practitioner for an added $100, renewed annually.
- Come to class. Your starter kit is included, you finish with a live model day, and graduates can rent a chair in Elite’s licensed Los Angeles salon while they build a client list.
If cost is the obstacle, look at our financial aid and funding options. Depending on eligibility, students use financing, Credee, EDD training benefits, WIOA or the California Department of Rehabilitation.
Frequently asked questions
Which permanent makeup course should I take first?
Most beginners start with a brow course such as Microblading (5 days, $3,000) or Powder / Ombré Brows (3 days, $2,500). If you want three techniques, the Triple Course costs $6,900 and saves $1,600.
How much is the deposit to hold a seat?
Most courses are reserved with a $250 deposit. The Triple Course takes a $500 deposit. You can pay the rest in full or finance it.
Are the courses taught online or in person?
The courses in this catalog are taught in person at Elite in West Los Angeles, with a starter kit and a live model day for most courses.
Financial Aid & Funding Programs
Elite Permanent Makeup & Cosmetology College is approved under multiple federal and state funding programs. Many students qualify for full tuition coverage — explore your options below.
WIOA Funding
Workforce Innovation & Opportunity Act grants — up to full tuition for eligible job-seekers.
Learn More →CalJobs / ETPL
California's Eligible Training Provider List — verify our program qualifies for state-funded training.
Learn More →South Bay One Stop
Local workforce center offering grants and career services to cover cosmetology training costs.
Learn More →EDD California Training Benefits
Keep collecting UI benefits while training — EDD's CTB program lets you train without losing unemployment.
Learn More →California DOR — Vocational Rehab
DOR's Vocational Rehabilitation program funds PMU training for individuals with qualifying disabilities.
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