Professional Certificate in Image Consultancy
Career Opportunities
The Design Ecademy and Edexcel are the joint awarding bodies for this qualification. This Professional Certificate is accredited at Level 4 by Edexcel and has 60 associated learning hours. Edexcel International are recognised worldwide and their qualifications are highly sought after by students and employers alike.
This Professional Certificate qualification has 120 GLH (Guided Learning Hours)
In addition to this academic recognition, our qualifications are well respected within the industry. All of our courses have been carefully structured to meet all the standards and requirements of the industry itself, as well as those set by independent training and education organisations around the world. All of our courses have been developed by a dedicated team of Professional Designers/ Consultants, Industry Experts and Training Consultants, so you can be sure that your course is both up to date and relevant. The high standard of work that our students produce continues to gain a strong reputation in this industry, and by the time you have completed this course, you will have built up a portfolio of work which will act as a clear testament to your ability and your professionalism.
Image Consultancy is a relatively young industry, and there are many opportunities for work. Many Image Consultants work freelance (self-employed), offering their services to individual or corporate clients. You may also seek employment with some of the larger department stores, fashion houses or boutiques, helping their customers to find the clothes that suit them best, and ultimately increasing sales in a way that benefits everyone! Here are just some of the services that you might offer...
- Personal analysis featuring style and colour recommendations
- Developing an individual style for your client to suit their lifestyle
- Hair and make-up advice, including make-up lessons
- Advice on wardrobe planning and maintenance (including wardrobe “weeding”!)
- Personal shopping services
- Helping clients prepare for special occasions or events, including traveling.
Professional Associations
After successful completion of this course, students may apply for membership in the professional associations shown below:
The Association of Image Consultancts International (AICI)
Students of the The Design Ecademy of Design Image Consultancy Course can gain student membership with the AICI and can upgrade to a full member upon successful completion of the Image Consultancy course. AICI has chapters in Asia, Canada, Europe, Latin America, South America and the United States. The AICI is a world-wide, non-profit professional association of men and women specialising in visual appearance, and verbal and non-verbal communication. AICI is an international communuity that provides a challenging and inspiring environment for business growth and development. It is dedicated to advancing the level of professionalism and enhancing the recognition of image consultants world-wide. Visit the AICI website.
