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Hair Styling Foundations

Hair Styling Foundations

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Full course price: £500.00

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A comprehensive CPD-accredited course covering the fundamentals of professional hair styling. From blow drying and sectioning to basic curling and finishing, this course builds the core skills needed at Beautique's City & Guilds accredited academy.

Hair Styling Foundations CPD Course

Beautique Centre of Excellence – Setting the Standard in Hair, Beauty & Aesthetics Education

Our Hair Styling Foundations Course is designed for anyone looking to start a career in hair or build confidence in core styling techniques used across the salon industry.

This course gives you the essential skills needed to create professional, salon-quality finishes, forming the foundation for advanced services such as blow dries, curling, and hair-up styling.

Hair styling is one of the most in-demand services, making this course the perfect stepping stone into a high-earning, flexible career.


What This Course Covers

Theory

  • Introduction to hair styling

  • Hair types and textures

  • Understanding hair structure

  • Heat styling principles and safety

  • Product knowledge (heat protection, styling products, finishing products)

  • Client consultation and hair assessment

  • Contraindications and precautions

  • Hygiene and salon safety standards

  • Professionalism and client care


Core Styling Skills

You will learn the fundamental skills required for all hair styling services, including:

  • Sectioning techniques

  • Brush control and tension

  • Basic blow drying techniques

  • Creating smooth finishes

  • Root lift and volume techniques

  • Basic curling techniques

  • Finishing and setting styles


Practical Training

  • Full consultation and hair analysis

  • Preparing the hair (washing, conditioning, product application)

  • Sectioning the hair correctly

  • Blow drying techniques for smooth and voluminous finishes

  • Basic curling techniques

  • Using styling tools safely (hairdryer, brushes, straighteners, tongs)

  • Finishing techniques for long-lasting results

  • Managing client comfort

  • Tutor demonstrations

  • Live model practice

  • Supervised hands-on training


Treatment Benefits (What You’ll Be Delivering)

  • Smooth, polished hair

  • Basic styled finishes

  • Improved hair presentation

  • Professional salon results


Business & Growth Strategy

  • Pricing basic styling services

  • Building a client base

  • Adding styling services to your treatment menu

  • Increasing booking value with add-ons

  • Marketing hair services

  • Creating a styling portfolio


Prerequisites

To enrol onto this course:

  • No experience required (beginner friendly)

Important:

  • You must be 18+

  • You must have an interest in hair styling

  • You must be able to obtain appropriate insurance


What You Will Receive

  • CPD Accredited Certificate in Hair Styling Foundations

  • Full training manual

  • Ongoing support from Beautique

  • Product and tool guidance

  • Business and pricing advice


Frequently Asked Questions

Is this course suitable for beginners?

Yes – this is a perfect beginner course and a great starting point in hair.


What will I be able to do after this course?

You will be able to:

  • Perform basic blow dries

  • Create simple styled finishes

  • Prepare clients for advanced styling


Do you provide models?

Yes – live models are provided for practical training.


How much can I charge for styling services?

Typical pricing:

  • £10 – £30, depending on the service


How long do treatments take?

  • Typically 30–60 minutes, depending on the style


Is there downtime?

No – clients leave with instant results.


Is this a high-demand skill?

Yes – hair styling is:

  • Always in demand

  • A core salon service

  • A foundation for advanced treatments


Is this a profitable skill?

Yes – styling:

  • Has low product costs

  • High client turnover

  • Can be built into multiple services


Will this help me start a career in hair?

Yes – this course:

  • Builds your confidence

  • Gives you essential skills

  • Prepares you for advanced training


Can I progress after this course?

Yes – you can progress into:

  • Blow dry & styling

  • Curling and waves

  • Hair-up styling

  • Bridal hair


Is ongoing support available?

Yes – you’ll receive continued support and guidance after training.


Will this help me build a client base?

Yes – this course:

  • Gives you essential services to offer

  • Helps you start taking clients

  • Builds your portfolio


Are regulations changing in hair and beauty?

Yes – we recommend:

  • Continuing your professional development

  • Expanding your skillset

  • Staying compliant with UK standards