Hairdressing educational courses calendar – july and august

From wig making courses to bridal hair how-tos and fashion trend seminars to courses about fades, there are a wealth of options to expand your hairdressing knowledge. Here is HJ’s calendar of upcoming courses and events in 2018. First up, this is what's coming up in July and August. What: Electric Sessions Where: Electric’s Brighton studio When: 1 July, 17 September and 19 November. More info: This evening event gathers stylists from across all six Electric salons, plus stylists from Electric salon stockists. The sessions keep stylists up-to-date with trends, shows and innovative ways to use the brand’s products and learn the techniques the Electric Art Team have created. Electric regularly invites outside guest presenters to host evenings and non-Electric hairdressers are also welcome. Contact: To attend, email [email protected]. What: Toni & Guy Fashion Fix
 Where: Toni & Guy Academies in London, Manchester and Edinburgh When: 2-3 July More info: Learn different techniques from Toni & Guy’s International Artistic Team and bring catwalk hair to your salon. Master everything from intricate braiding techniques, variations on up-dos and hair accessory placement, all derived from London Fashion Week. Contact: Email your nearest academy. For London, email: [email protected], For Manchester, email: [email protected] or for Edinburgh, email: [email protected] What: Welcome to the Creative World of ProStyles Where: ProStyles Training Facility in Hertfordshire When: 2 July More info: This event is an introduction to ProStyles covering the brand’s hair, methods and training. ProStyles is the only extensions brand to offer a City & Guilds qualification as part of its training. The session is free, but booking is necessary. Contact: To book or to find out more about the brand’s full range of extensions courses call 0800 389 7105. What: BaByliss PRO Backstage Story Where: London Leeds When: 2 July in London and 4 July in Leeds More info: This hands-on three-hour workshop will give attendees an insight into the session world. Leading stylists Sam Burnett and Ben Hards who work backstage at fashion week will share their tips, techniques and creativity. You will explore two catwalk looks and master the essential skills. Contact: Visit babylisspro.co.uk/education for more information. What: L’Oréal Professionnel Classic French Balayage Where: Multiple locations, including Belfast at the Andrew Mulvenna Salon When: 6 August and 5 November in Belfast More info: Now one of the most requested colour techniques in the world, balayage comes in many different variants. This course was inspired by a French hairdresser who shared the classic technique with L’Oréal Professionnel. The course runs throughout the year at different venues and dates across the UK. Contact: Visit lorealaccess.com/uk and lorealaccess.com/ie for more information. What: Wahl’s Creative Advanced Gents Where: Wahl HQ, Kent When: 6 August More info: Wahl’s Creative Advanced Gents course is made up of demonstrations and in-depth practical sessions to update your basic skills and learn new techniques such as Simon Shaw’s famous ‘flick and smack’ texturising method. Contact: Visit wahlacademy.co.uk for more details and other upcoming courses. What: Headmasters Afro Styling Where: Headmasters Putney Senior Academy When: 11 and 12 August More info: This course is dedicated to producing session stylists who are confident working with all hair types backstage and on set. Diversity in fashion is essential and Headmasters is committed to making sure there are no skills gaps in this area. Contact: To book, email [email protected] or call the Headmasters Academy on 0345 459 7791. What: Sassoon 16-Week Postgraduate Course Where: London Sassoon Academy When: Starts 20 August More info: Perfect for newly qualified students or those eager to extend their learning, this 16-week course covers modern hair techniques and immerses attendees in the abc series and contemporary work of Sassoon. The course is divided into three levels, which gives you the opportunity to attend the Sassoon Advanced Academy course for one week and provides all of the prep you need to complete a photo shoot at the end. Contact: Call 020 7399 6902 or email [email protected] for more information. What: Rainbow Room International Master Retail Where: Rainbow Room International Academy, Glasgow When: 27 August More info: This course is hosted by Rainbow Room International’s salon director and learners will develop their consultation technique, discover how to analyse hair types and how to prompt clients to buy products. The course is suitable for all hairdressers who want to increase their retail income. Contact: To find out more call 0141 221 0400 or email [email protected]. This article first appeared in the June issue of Hairdressers Journal.