Certified Ekasi Hair Stylist

Certified Ekasi Hair Stylist
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Certified Ekasi Hair Stylist

Professional training in hair care, cutting, styling, and treatments for various hair types common in township communities.

Course Description

Professional training in hair care, cutting, styling, and treatments for various hair types common in township communities.

Learning Outcomes

Graduates will be able to:
✔ Cut and style various hair types
✔ Perform chemical treatments safely
✔ Recommend appropriate hair care
✔ Manage basic salon services
✔ Start small hair businesses

Target Audience

Aspiring hairstylists
Salon assistants
Entrepreneurs in beauty industry
Home-based service providers
Unemployed seeking beauty skills

11 Modules
36 Lessons
27h 0m

Sterilisation and sanitation standards, cross-infection prevention, professional conduct, client consultation skills, and managing a salon reception.
  • 1.1 - Understanding Salon Safety Protocols (25 min)
  • 1.2 - Salon Sanitation and Sterilization Standards (30 min)
  • 1.3 - Professional Conduct and Client Consultation (35 min)
  • 1.4 - Managing Salon Reception and Appointments (30 min)

Hair structure (cuticle, cortex, medulla), hair growth cycles, scalp conditions, porosity and density assessment, and how chemicals affect hair.
  • 2.1 - Hair Structure and Composition (40 min)
  • 2.2 - Hair Types, Textures, and Porosity (45 min)
  • 2.3 - Common Scalp Conditions and Disorders (35 min)

Shampooing techniques, selecting appropriate products for hair type, deep conditioning treatments, and scalp massage techniques.
  • 3.1 - Professional Shampooing Techniques (35 min)
  • 3.2 - Conditioning Treatments and Masks (40 min)
  • 3.3 - Scalp Massage and Treatment Services (30 min)

Sectioning methods, use of scissors, clippers, and razors. Cutting techniques: blunt cut, layers, fade, and taper. Precision cutting for different textures.
  • 4.1 - Essential Tools for Hair Cutting (30 min)
  • 4.2 - Fundamental Cutting Techniques (35 min)
  • 4.3 - Cutting Natural Afro-Textured Hair (35 min)
  • 4.4 - Cutting Relaxed and Chemically Treated Hair (30 min)

Box braids, cornrows, two-strand twists, bantu knots, and freeform natural styles. Protective styling techniques and client maintenance advice.
  • 5.1 - Protective Styling Fundamentals (25 min)
  • 5.2 - Braiding Techniques: Cornrows, Box Braids, and More (45 min)
  • 5.3 - Twisting Techniques: Two-Strand, Three-Strand, and More (40 min)
  • 5.4 - Natural Styling: Wash-and-Go, Pineapples, and More (30 min)

Safe use of blow dryers, flat irons, curling irons, and hood dryers. Heat protection product application and preventing heat damage.
  • 6.1 - Professional Blow-Dry Techniques (35 min)
  • 6.2 - Flat Iron and Curling Iron Techniques (35 min)
  • 6.3 - Professional Styling for Special Occasions (30 min)

Relaxer application procedures, processing times, neutralising, and aftercare. Introduction to hair colouring (tinting, highlights, bleaching), mixing ratios, and application safety.
  • 7.1 - Hair Relaxer Theory and Application (45 min)
  • 7.2 - Hair Color Theory and Application (40 min)
  • 7.3 - Chemical Safety and Client Protection (35 min)

Sew-in weave installation, wig fitting and customisation, tape-in and clip-in extensions, and advising clients on maintenance.
  • 8.1 - Types of Hair Extensions and Selection (35 min)
  • 8.2 - Weave and Sew-In Installation Techniques (40 min)
  • 8.3 - Wig Fitting, Customization, and Care (35 min)

Setting service prices, managing appointments, retail product sales, social media marketing for stylists, and client retention strategies.
  • 9.1 - Setting Up Your Salon Business (45 min)
  • 9.2 - Salon Marketing and Client Acquisition (35 min)
  • 9.3 - Financial Management for Salon Owners (40 min)
  • 9.4 - Building Your Professional Portfolio and Career Growth (30 min)

This module equips learners with essential research skills including research design, data collection methods (qualitative and quantitative), data analysis techniques, survey development, interviewing skills, ethical considerations in research, and how to apply research findings to improve workplace practices and decision-making.
No lessons available in this module yet.

This module develops critical soft skills essential for workplace success: integrated thinking (connecting ideas across disciplines), logical reasoning and problem-solving, effective verbal and written communication, active listening, emotional intelligence, negotiation techniques, mediation skills, conflict resolution strategies, de-escalation techniques, building consensus, handling difficult conversations, and fostering a collaborative workplace culture.
  • Foundations of Integrated Thinking (60 min)
  • Logical Reasoning and Problem-Solving (75 min)
  • Effective Workplace Communication (65 min)
  • Emotional Intelligence and Conflict Resolution (70 min)
  • Building Consensus and Collaborative Culture (60 min)

Certification Exam

Final examination for Certified Ekasi Hair Stylist certification

Passing Score: 70%
Time Limit: 60 minutes
Attempts Allowed: 3
Camera Required: Yes

To earn your certificate, you must complete all course materials and pass the final exam with a score of 70% or higher.

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120 hours content
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Duration 120 hours
Skill Level Beginner
Learning Method Self Study
Category Beauty
Modules 11
Total Lessons 36
Last Updated August 2025
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