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Course Description

This course prepares students for the Natural Hair Care Braiding License Exam. This course covers beginner level general sciences and practices specific to infection control, sanitation, bacteriology, first aid, shampooing, draping, anatomy, disorders of the hair and scalp, and client consultation. This course also covers advanced level applications specific to styles and techniques of natural hair styling, including twisting, wrapping, extending, locking, blow drying and hot ironing; and business management and professional ethics and other related topics.

A Natural Hair Care Program Application must be submitted and approved. If accepted, you must attend a mandatory new student orientation before you can enroll. Failure to attend the orientation will forfeit your slot in the program. If accepted, you will also be required to provide a copy of your social security card and a government-issued identification card.

Course Outline

  1. History and Career Opportunities
  2. Infection Control
  3. Principles for Success
  4. Professional Consultation
  5. Hair Types, Structure, and Textural Difference
  6. Hair and Scalp Diseases and Disorders
  7. Basic Anatomy, Physiology, and Nutrition
  8. Shampoos, Conditioners, Herbal Treatments, and Rinses
  9. Textured Hair is Manageable
  10. Natural Hair and Braid-Sculpting Techniques

Learner Outcomes

Successfully complete the number of clock hour training to meet the NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts Examiners application requirements to sit for the Natural Hair Care Braiding License Exam.
 

Notes

Each unit of study is evaluated. Hands on performances including tests, projects, mannequin and live performances are evaluated using modular rubrics.

Accrediting Associations

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Application

Name
Natural Hair Care Program Application
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Section Title
Natural Hair Care Specialist
FIS ID
344952
Section Schedule
Jul 28, 2025 to Nov 17, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
M, T, W, Th
Time
4:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Jul 28, 2025 to Aug 28, 2025
Type
Discussion / Lecture
Days
T, W, Th, M
Time
4:00PM to 9:00PM
Dates
Sep 02, 2025 to Nov 17, 2025
Schedule and Location
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Contact Hours
320.0
Location
  • City View / CPCC
Delivery Options
CLASS  
Course Fee(s)
Reg fee greater than 50 hours non-credit $180.00 Click here to get more information
Additional Fee(s)
Accident Insurance $1.60 Mandatory
CAPS Fee $12.00 Mandatory
Liability Insurance $8.70 Mandatory
TECH Fee $5.00 Mandatory
CEUs
30 CEUs
Drop Request Deadline
Jul 21, 2025
Transfer Request Deadline
Jul 21, 2025
Section Notes
A Natural Hair Care Specialist Program Application must be submitted and approved. If accepted, you must attend a mandatory new student orientation before you can enroll. Failure to attend the orientation will forfeit your slot in the program. If accepted, you will also be required to provide a copy of your social security card and a government-issued identification card.

Workforce Scholarships (formerly known as GEER) may be available to cover the cost of tuition and materials up to $750. To apply for scholarship assistance, please complete the Workforce Scholarships Application and Release Form: https://form.jotform.com/CPCC_ACT/GEER. We will then contact you to confirm if you are eligible and to help you register for classes. If you need assistance with the application or have questions, please contact Central Piedmont Workforce Scholarships Coordinator, Sheila Funderburke, at 704-330-2722 x3644 Sheila.Funderburke@cpcc.edu

Class will not meet 9/1

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