Certificate in Basic Hair Cutting & Styling

Unit 1: Fundamentals of Hair & Salon Practice

Theory

1. Introduction to professional hair cutting and styling
2. Basic hair and scalp anatomy
3. Hair types, textures and densities
4. Hair growth cycle and basic hair science
5. Face shapes and suitable hairstyles
6. Hair tools and equipment
7. Basic hair products and their uses
8. Salon hygiene, sanitation and safety
9. Client consultation and hair analysis
10. Contraindications and professional precautions

Practical

1. Preparing the hair-cutting workstation
2. Sanitizing tools and equipment
3. Client consultation
4. Hair and scalp analysis
5. Identifying hair texture and density
6. Shampooing and conditioning
7. Proper client draping
8. Sectioning and preparation for haircutting
9. Correct handling of combs and scissors

Unit 2: Basic Hair Cutting Techniques

Theory

1. Principles of professional hair cutting
2. Haircutting terminology
3. Sectioning patterns
4. Cutting angles and elevations
5. Guide lines and weight distribution
6. Blunt and one-length cutting
7. Basic layering concepts
8. Graduation techniques
9. Fringe and bangs
10. Haircutting safety and common mistakes

Practical

1. Basic sectioning techniques
2. One-length/blunt haircut
3. Basic trimming techniques
4. Graduation haircut
5. Basic layered haircut
6. Long-layer haircut
7. Basic fringe/bangs cutting
8. Face-framing techniques
9. Hairline and neckline finishing
10. Blow-drying after haircut

Unit 3: Hair Styling & Blow-Dry Techniques

Theory

1. Introduction to professional hair styling
2. Hair preparation for styling
3. Blow-dryer types and attachments
4. Brushes and combs for styling
5. Heat styling tools and safety
6. Straightening and smoothing techniques
7. Curling and wave creation
8. Volume and texture techniques
9. Styling products and heat protection
10. Finishing and hair-care practices

Practical

1. Hair preparation and product application
2. Basic blow-dry
3. Smooth and straight blow-dry
4. Volume blow-dry
5. Round-brush styling
6. Flat-iron straightening
7. Basic curling with a curling iron
8. Creating soft waves
9. Creating volume and texture
10. Finishing with appropriate styling products

Unit 4: Basic Creative Hairstyles & Professional Styling

Theory

1. Principles of hairstyle design
2. Selecting hairstyles according to face shape
3. Styling according to hair length and texture
4. Basic braiding techniques
5. Ponytail and updo concepts
6. Bun and simple updo techniques
7. Party and occasion hairstyling
8. Accessory placement
9. Hairstyle finishing and longevity
10. Client comfort and professional presentation

Practical

1. Three-strand basic braid
2. French braid basics
3. Simple fishtail braid
4. Classic ponytail
5. Sleek ponytail
6. Basic bun
7. Low and high bun
8. Simple half-up hairstyle
9. Basic party hairstyle
10. Hair accessory placement
11. Complete hairstyle finishing

Unit 5: Professional Haircut & Styling Practice

Theory

1. Complete haircut and styling procedure
2. Client consultation and service planning
3. Selecting suitable hairstyles
4. Haircut correction and finishing
5. Product selection for different hair types
6. Professional client communication
7. Salon hygiene and workstation management
8. Aftercare and home-styling advice
9. Customer service and professional ethics
10. Career opportunities in hairdressing

Practical

1. Complete client consultation
2. Detailed hair and scalp assessment
3. Selecting a suitable haircut
4. Performing a complete basic haircut
5. Blow-dry and finishing
6. Creating a complete styled look
7. Creating a basic occasion hairstyle
8. Combining haircut and styling techniques
9. Providing professional aftercare advice
10. Final practical demonstration

3-Month Course Progression

Month 1 – Hair Fundamentals & Cutting

Unit 1: Fundamentals of Hair & Salon Practice

Unit 2: Basic Hair Cutting Techniques

• Hair and scalp analysis
• Tools and equipment
• Shampooing and conditioning
• Sectioning
• One-length cutting
• Graduation
• Basic layers
• Fringe and face framing

Month 2 – Styling Techniques

Unit 3: Hair Styling & Blow-Dry Techniques

Unit 4: Basic Creative Hairstyles & Professional Styling

• Blow-drying
• Straightening
• Curling
• Waves
• Volume styling
• Braiding
• Ponytails
• Buns
• Party hairstyles

Month 3 – Professional Practice

Unit 5: Professional Haircut & Styling Practice

• Client consultation
• Hair analysis
• Haircut selection
• Complete haircut services
• Blow-dry and finishing
• Creative hairstyle practice
• Client aftercare
• Supervised model practice
• Theory revision
• Final theory examination
• Final practical examination

Final Practical Assessment

Students should demonstrate a complete professional service:

Client Consultation → Hair & Scalp Analysis → Shampoo/Preparation → Sectioning → Haircut → Blow-Dry → Styling → Finishing → Aftercare Advice.

The final assessment can include one complete haircut and one professional styled hairstyle performed on a model or training head.