Braiding Hair 101

Master the Art of Braids: Twist, Weave, and Shine!

Braiding Hair 101

Master the Art of Braids: Twist, Weave, and Shine!

Unlock the art of timeless elegance with "Braiding Hair 101," your gateway to mastering the intricate world of hair braiding. This course is not just an educational journey but a creative transformation waiting to unfold. Whether you're a beauty enthusiast dreaming of crafting exquisite braids or an aspiring entrepreneur aiming to start a bustling salon, this course promises to be your most valuable ally. Immerse yourself in diverse techniques, inspired by global cultural heritage, and see yourself evolve from novice to master. Beyond skills, you'll gain the confidence and refinement to express personality through every twist and braid. Seize the opportunity to enhance your style and elevate your career--embrace the artistry and potential that "Braiding Hair 101" offers. Enroll today for a brighter, more stylish tomorrow!

Self Paced • Online Class • Accredited CEUs

$120

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Braiding Hair 101

CRN: 8900303

Lesson 1. Entwined Histories: Hair Braiding in Native American, African, and Asian Cultures

Hair braiding, an intricate art of intertwining strands, has a rich history spanning over 5000 years across continents, reflecting cultural identity and social status. From African tribal identifications to Native American status symbols, hair braids held significant importance in various ancient civilizations.

Lesson 2. Hair Braiding 101: Accessories You Need

Combs are essential for achieving desired braid patterns, available in diverse shapes and sizes, such as styling, tail, and wide tooth combs, each serving specific purposes. Hairband and clip usage enhances braid stability and aesthetic, with a wide variety to match individual styles.

Lesson 3. Preparing Your Hair for Beautiful Braids

Achieve stunning braids by ensuring your hair is tangle-free, clean, and well-conditioned, avoiding rough drying methods. Complement your braids with a fashionable cut and thoughtfully selected hair color for extra flair.

Lesson 4. From Basic Braids to Elegant Twists: A Beginner's Guide

Discover how to transform your hairstyle with simple techniques like the basic braid, reverse braid, and stylish hair flip. Using just a comb, brush, and hair clips, you'll be able to create sophisticated hairdos with ease.

Lesson 5. Braiding Basics: An Introduction to Simple Styles

In this hair styling tutorial, essential braiding techniques like the barrette fold and rope braid are introduced, providing detailed steps suitable for anyone wanting to improve their styling skills. The lesson highlights the use of simple tools, enabling stylish results with minimal resources.

Lesson 6. Braiding Essentials: A Guide to Advanced Styles

Gain proficiency in braiding with comprehensive tutorials on styles such as the French Plait, which uses three strands, and the more complex Five-Strand Braid. This lesson is designed to enhance your ability to craft impressive and elegant braids.

Lesson 7. Exploring Diverse Bun Hairstyles

From the Half Bun to the Chinese Bun, this lesson offers diverse approaches to styling your hair into buns, suitable for hair of various lengths and textures. Equip yourself with the skills to accentuate your buns with decorative accessories.

Lesson 8. Foundational Techniques in Hair Braiding

Mastering the art of braiding, including cornrows, Dutch, English, and pigtail styles, is achievable with practice and patience. Each style requires specific techniques and tools, such as combs, brushes, and hair bands, to create distinct braided looks.

Lesson 9. A Guide to Timeless Updo Favorites

This guide offers step-by-step instructions for mastering various updo hairstyles such as the Rope, Victorian, and Eowyn updos, perfect for brides and formal events. Learn to create elegant looks that range from twisted classics to intricate braids using simple tools like combs and hair bands.

Lesson 10. Fishtail Braids 101

Discover how to master the art of fishtail braiding, also known as herringbone braids, with detailed step-by-step instructions. From ponytail braids to creative multi-plait designs, the module ensures you'll achieve a stylish look.

Lesson 11. Comprehensive Guide to Hair Braiding Licenses and Safety Protocols

Hair braiders must comply with diverse licensing requirements, often involving exams and renewals, to practice legally. Following rigorous safety and sanitation standards is necessary to protect both client health and the business's reputation.

In This Course

10 Hours average completion time
1.0 CEUs
11 Lessons
25 Exams & Assignments
5 Discussions
11 Videos
6 Articles
Mobile Friendly
Last Updated September 2021

Description

Hair styling and hair braiding is not a recent trend. The word Braid means a complex pattern created by intertwining three or more strands. A braid can be formed by any flexible material such as fibers, wire, thread, or hair. This course will cover all aspects and types of hair braiding.

With a little work and practice, you will become an expert as this self-paced course is designed to help individuals who would like to do hair braiding on their own and for the aspiring hair braiders who would like to start a hair braiding salon. This course includes instructional photos making the learning process easy. Course topics include:

Lesson 1: History of Hair Braiding
Lesson 2: Hair Braiding Accessories
Lesson 3: Preparations for Hair Braiding
Lesson 4: Simple Hair Braiding Styles I
Lesson 5: Simple Hair Braiding Styles II
Lesson 6: French Braids and 5 Strands Braiding
Lesson 7: Different Types of Hair Buns
Lesson 8: English, Dutch, Cornrows, and Pig Tail Braiding Styles
Lesson 9: Updo Hair Styles
Lesson 10: Basic Fishtail Braids
Lesson 11: Licensing, Regulations, and Tips for Hair Braiding

Skills You'll Develop

Ability to prepare hair for braiding
Knowledge of hair braiding regulations
Crafting stylish hair bun designs
Proficiency with various hair braiding tools
Creative hair styling techniques
Enhancing braid styles with accessories
Executing multiple updo hairstyles
Mastering advanced braid variations
Creating basic and intricate braid patterns
Understanding cultural hair braiding significance

Skills You'll Develop

Ability to prepare hair for braiding
Knowledge of hair braiding regulations
Crafting stylish hair bun designs
Proficiency with various hair braiding tools
Creative hair styling techniques
Enhancing braid styles with accessories
Executing multiple updo hairstyles
Mastering advanced braid variations
Creating basic and intricate braid patterns
Understanding cultural hair braiding significance

More About This Course

Create Elegant Styles: Transform your look with simple braids.
Achieve Versatility: Master various updo hairstyles.
Pursue Professional Goals: Prepare for a salon career.
Explore Advanced Methods: Gain proficiency in complex braids.
Enhance Personal Skills: Practice self-paced learning for improvement.
Comply with Licensing: Navigate hair braiding regulations efficiently.
Understand Safety Protocols: Learn essential hygiene standards.
Expand Styling Repertoire: Experiment with diverse bun styles.
Discover Cultural Histories: Connect with ancient hair traditions.
Master Essential Techniques: Learn foundational braiding skills.

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What Others Are Saying

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All of this course was helpful because it helped me to remember things I had forgotten about and things I didn't know. It showed you in pictures and in step by step instructions.

Rosalind W.

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Great experience!

Jameelah S.

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I liked the actual braiding assignments. The information in the links was extremely helpful.

BarBara M.

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