week 1: Foundation & Natural Hair Care
*Objective: Build a strong foundation in hair health, product knowledge, and basic braiding.
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Introduction & Welcome (15 minutes)
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Meet & Greet
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Overview of the course and expectations.
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What students will achieve by the end of the boot camp.
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Understanding hair types & Textures (30 minutes)
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Identifying different hair types (straight, wavy, curly, and coily)
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How to assess hair health before braiding
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Product knowledge & hair prep
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Best Shampoos, conditioners, and treatments for different hair types.
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Scalp care and moisture retention.
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Proper detangling and blow-drying techniques
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Basic Braiding Techniques
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3-strand braids
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2-strand twists
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Cornrows (without extensions)
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Hands on practice with manikin heads and/or partners
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Q&A and Recap of the
day (30 minutes)
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Troubleshooting common mistakes
.Homework: Practice basic braids at home
week 2: Extensions & Precision Parting
*Objective: Introduce students to extension braiding, parting technique, and advanced styles.
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Review & Warm-up Session (30 Minutes)
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Quick refresh of Day 1 techniques
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Address common challenges
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Mastering parting Techniques
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How to create clean, sharp parts.
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Tools for precision parting (rat-tail combs, clips, and gel)
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Sectioning for different braid styles.
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Adding extensions
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Understanding different types of braiding hair
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How to prep synthetic hair for braiding
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Step by step process of knotless braids and feed-in braids
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Hands on practice with manikin heads or partners
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Advanced Braiding Styles
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Box Braids
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Feed-in Cornrows
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Small vs. Large Braids
Q&A and Homework Assignment (30 minutes)
.Practice at Home
week 3&4: Mastering Braiding Techniques
*Objective: Refine techniques, troubleshoot issues, and introduce business skills.
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Review & Warm-up Session (30 minutes)
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Hands - on practice and corrections
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Perfecting your braids
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Finishing techniques (trimming flyaways, mousse, application, setting with hot water)
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.Symmetry and tension control
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Braiding speed and efficiency
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Common Mistakes & Fixes
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How to fix loose braids
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Correcting uneven parts
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Adjusting tightness for scalp health
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Braiding as a Business
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Pricing your services
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marketing strategies to attract clients.
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Social media tips for hairstylists
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How to take professional photos of your work
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Final Q&A + Certification & Closing Remarks (30 minutes)
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Students receive certificates
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Group photos & networking.