DIPLOMA IN HAIR STYLIST (2 YEAR)

📘 1 Year Syllabus  

1. History & Evolution of Hair Styling

• Ancient hair practices (India, Egypt, Greece, Rome)
• Hair in cultural and religious traditions
• Traditional Indian hair care (herbs, oils, Ayurveda)
• Evolution of haircuts and trends through decades
• Modern professional hairstyling industry

2. Basic Anatomy & Physiology of Hair and Scalp

• Hair structure (cuticle, cortex, medulla)
• Types of hair (straight, wavy, curly, coily)
• Hair growth cycle
• Scalp structure and common scalp conditions
• Hair porosity, elasticity, and texture analysis

3. Tools, Equipment & Hygiene

• Hair tools: scissors, clippers, combs, brushes
• Electrical appliances: dryer, straightener, curler, steamer
• Sanitization of tools and workstations
• Personal hygiene and salon safety
• Safe handling of chemicals

4. Basic Hair Care & Treatments

• Scalp massage techniques
• Hair oiling and steaming
• Shampooing and conditioning (by hair type)
• Deep conditioning, hair masks, and spa
• Dandruff, dry scalp, and hair fall treatments
• Herbal and natural remedies

5. Basic Haircutting Techniques

• Sectioning and parting hair
• Use of cutting tools
• Straight cut, U-cut, V-cut
• Blunt and layered cuts
• Fringe and step cutting
• Client consultation before cutting

6. Hair Styling Techniques (Beginner to Intermediate)

• Blow drying and brushing techniques
• Basic braiding styles (3-strand, French, fishtail)
• Curling, ironing, and temporary straightening
• Simple buns, ponytails, and knots
• Hair setting with rollers, pins, and sprays

📘 2 Year Syllabus

1. Hair Coloring & Highlights (Theory + Practical)

• Types of hair color: permanent, semi, temporary
• Global hair coloring and root touch-up
• Basic foiling and streaking
• Grey coverage and shade selection
• Safety test: patch and strand test
• Color correction basics

2. Advanced Haircutting & Barbering

• Advanced cutting: feather, razor, graduation, asymmetrical
• Texturizing and thinning techniques
• Men’s haircut basics: taper, fade, crew, buzz
• Beard and moustache grooming
• Using trimmers and razors safely

3. Advanced Hair Styling & Bridal Hair

• Long hair updos (braided buns, waves, vintage rolls)
• Bridal hairstyles (regional and modern)
• Use of extensions, wigs, padding, and accessories
• Party, fashion, and photoshoot hair styling
• Speed styling technique

4. Chemical Treatments (Introductory & Intermediate)

• Hair rebonding and smoothing
• Basic keratin treatment (theory + demo)
• Hair perming (waving) – theory
• Chemical product handling and safety
• Aftercare for chemically treated hair

5. Client Consultation & Service Handling

• Greeting and understanding client needs
• Hair type and face shape analysis
• Record-keeping and service notes
• Advising clients on home care
• Managing feedback and expectations

6. Salon Management & Soft Skills

• Setting up a hair studio
• Appointment scheduling and time management
• Pricing services and client packages
• Inventory control and vendor management
• Customer service and team coordination
• Basic marketing and branding (online & offline)

7. Internship & Portfolio Development

• Hands-on salon work with real clients
• Maintaining a service logbook
• Preparing a hairstyle portfolio with step-by-step documentation
• Final practical project (cut + color + style)
• Viva voce and demo on a model