Foundation Hair Course (Basic)
Foundation Hair Course (Basic) Introduction to hair dressing This empowering and motivating course is designed for the newest hairdressers to our industry and focuses on building confidence and knowledge within the hairdresser. It aims to provide the foundation for a professional career in hair or simply pander to the interest of those who are keen […]
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Introduction to hair dressing This empowering and motivating course is designed for the newest hairdressers to our industry and focuses on building confidence and knowledge within the hairdresser. It aims to provide the foundation for a professional career in hair or simply pander to the interest of those who are keen on learning and understanding hair.
Initial practice will take place on false blocks of hair, quickly progressing onto live models.
This course ensures that a thorough understanding of the basic techniques is achieved, before progressing onto salon orientated styling. Classic cutting, finishing, basic perming and colouring techniques will be covered, from application and colour choice to simple colour correction and winding techniques. Recognised globally, this course will teach you the core techniques of hairdressing. Simply bring along your vision, creativity and enthusiasm to learn.
Suitability: Previous hairdressing experience not required, although you will be required to be hard working and passionate about hair
Duration: 6-7 weeks
Features
- Learning face shapes and suitability for the individual
- Choose appropriate section angles for desired effects
- Finishing and perfecting the final look
- Understand fundamental layering techniques
- Introduction to disconnection and freehand techniques
- Advice on client communication and consultation skills
- Technical foundation in all core techniques
- Practical workshops and demonstrations
- Increased confidence and precision
- Refreshing techniques/upgrading skills
- Technical theory
Inclusions
- Learn on a mannequin
- Practice on models
- Perform 1-2 haircuts per day
- Informational DVDs and hair cutting videos
Curriculum
Basic precision cutting skills are quickly introduced :
- One length haircuts, classic line techniques, classic layering, classic bobs and transient haircuts
- Shampooing, blow drying and finishing with products
- Styling techniques and setting
- Blow-drying skills
- Technical demonstrations and work sessions
Color :
- Colour formulas
- Colour charts
- Introduction to abc colouring: global hair coloring, color correction, highlights, effective colour placement and mixtures, weaving, slicing and chunking and foiling techniques
