Legislation, infection control, PPE and risk assessment. Required before any practical course.
Questioning technique, service planning, consent, record cards and GDPR compliance.
Classifying textured hair accurately and what each type means for service selection.
Product science, shampoo classification, reading labels and building a home care routine.
Selecting, using, maintaining and sterilising every tool used in natural hair work.
Porosity, density, elasticity and condition, and how each changes the service you give.
Recognising scalp conditions, knowing what you can treat and when to refer on.
Correct cleansing approach for each hair type, and professional wash technique.
Technique, tools and best practice for detangling without breakage.
Two-strand, flat, Senegalese, Marley, rope, passion, spring twists and twist-outs.
Three-strand plaiting, straight-back and patterned cornrows, feed-in braiding, box braids.
Creating and finishing protective updo styles with correct tension and hairline care.
The five stages of locking, and how to advise clients at every stage of the journey.
Parting, installation, retwisting, interlocking and product knowledge for Micro Locs.
Starter locs through to mature locs, with maintenance and professional aftercare.
Identifying curl patterns accurately across the full type range, and why it matters.
Preventing and professionally managing single strand knots and breakage.
Trichology grounding for natural hair practitioners, taught by a qualified trichologist.
Pricing, records, premises, insurance and building a client base that returns.
All five Category 1 modules combined. Saving £105 against individual prices. £150 deposit.
The full assessment and cleansing category in one programme, with a payment plan.
Every styling module combined. The most complete styling training available.
Courses run on Mondays and Tuesdays and places are limited. Join the list for new dates, early access and Academy news.
