Events · bookable dates

Events & bookable dates

Open days, screenings, bootcamps and workshops

Everything at Final Checks that runs on a set date and can be booked online: our open days and premiere, plus the bootcamps, workshops and under-16 sessions that take place on fixed dates through the year.

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Upcoming events

Open days, screenings, bootcamps and workshops with a date in the diary, soonest first. Book your place online.

Events

OPEN DAY 4/11/26

Visit the academyWed 4 Nov 20264pm to 7pm

Book now Free

Bootcamps & short courses on set dates

Intensive programmes that run on fixed dates and book online, with ScreenSkills bursaries available on eligible courses.

Final Checks course: 10-week-tv-film-fashion

Short course

10 Week TV, Film & Fashion Makeup & Hair

Professional Diploma10 weeks2 evenings a week

An intensive evening programme covering makeup, hair, special effects and the business of working across TV, film and fashion.

View course Next date 7 Sep to 18 Nov

Short course

Neurodivergent TV, Film & Fashion

Bootcamp6 days10am to 4pm

A six-day hands-on bootcamp for neurodivergent creatives: makeup, hair and on-set skills in small, sensory-aware classes with a portfolio shoot day.

View course Next date 8 to 13 June

Short course

2 Day Hair Extension Course

Hair extensions2 daysDates on booking page

Transform your career in two days: professional hair extension techniques for all hair types, taught by industry experts, with job opportunities after you qualify.

View course Next dates 28 to 29 Apr, 17 to 18 May, 16 to 17 June

Short course

8 Week Hair Extension Course

Hair extensions8 weeksWednesday evenings

An immersive eight-week hair extensions course: master the techniques clients love, in a supportive environment, with job opportunities waiting once you qualify.

View course Next date 10 Sep to 5 Nov

Workshops

One and two-day workshops with dates on the booking page. Pay in full or secure your place with a deposit.

Workshop

Certified Bridal Makeup

ABT accredited2 days10am to 4pm

Skin prep for every tone, long-wear bridal application, client care and the business know-how to work weddings as a freelance artist.

View course Next date 29 Sep to 20 Oct

Workshop

SPX & Prosthetics Application

Intensive2 daysNo experience needed

Sculpt, mould and apply prosthetics over two hands-on days, a first step towards special effects work in film and television.

View course Next date 6 to 7 July

Workshop

Portfolio Building

Professional shoot day1 day10am to 4pm

Work with designers, photographers and models to shoot new looks and build the portfolio that gets you booked.

View course Next date 11 May

Workshop

2 Day Bridal Hair Course

Bridal hair2 daysDates on booking page

Two days of bridal hair styling for weddings and special occasions. Dates and deposit options are on the booking page.

View course Next date 18 to 19 May

Under 16s

Sessions for young creatives in the school holidays. All products and equipment provided.

Under 16s

On Set Experience

Workshop1 daySchool holidays

A taste of a real production day: hair, makeup and what happens behind the camera, for young people curious about the industry.

View course Next date Tue 17 Feb

Under 16s

2 Day Makeup Bootcamp

Ages 8+2 days10am to 12pm

Two playful mornings of special effects and character makeup for young learners, with everything provided.

View course Next date 27 to 28 Oct 2026

Final Checks: intro makeup industry 12 15

Under 16s

Introduction to the Makeup Industry

Ages 12 to 153 days10am to 1pm

Create professional looks, shoot them for a first portfolio and explore careers in TV, film and fashion.

View course Next date 26 to 28 May

How booking works

Book online, pay in full or by deposit

Choose your date and option on the product page and check out. Places are limited and confirmed by email. Dates shown are the next scheduled dates; new dates are added through the year, so join the newsletter at the bottom of the page to hear first.

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