Professional Braiding Certification Program
Get job-ready,
build a real portfolio,
& gain salon experience
with Allysbraids
Become a Certified Professional Braider in 12 Weeks
Learn hands-on braiding techniques, master salon standards, and graduate with real internship experience.
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12-Week In-Person Program
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Real Salon Internship (Weeks 11–12)
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Career + Business Training Included
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Start Dates: April & September
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Small Cohorts (10–15 Students)
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Bilingual Progam
It's all about
Inclusivity for ALL hair textures!
Industry-Led Training
Career Pathway
Portfolio-Building
Community Partnerships
Braids for All!
Is this program for you?
Are you a...
A beginner who wants a structured career path (no experience required).
Self-taught braiders who want professional certification + speed.
Future business owners who want to earn and grow with confidence.
Not sure?
Program Overview
What You’ll Learn
Hair & Scalp Foundations
Sanitation & Safety
Parting, Tension & Speed Training
Core styles: Knotless, box braids, cornrows, feed-ins, twists, loc styles & more
Advanced styling, client experience, and pain-free techniques
Business training: Pricing, booking, branding, marketing, taxes, salon readiness
What You’ll Graduate With
Allysbraids
Professional Certificate
Verified Portfolio
Internship Placement + Evaluation
Career Coaching
& Job Referrals
Alumni Network Access
12-Week Curriculum
at a glance
Week 1–3: Foundations
Hair science, sanitation, consultation, parting, grip/tension, mannequin + live practice
Week 4–6: Core Braiding Skills
Box braids, knotless, cornrows, feed-ins, twists, crochet/protective styling
Week 7–8: Advanced + Salon Standard
Pattern designs, add-ons, extensions, colour integration, timed services, quality checks
Week 9–10: Business + Career Prep
Pricing, branding, social media, booking, client retention, taxes & licensing, interviews
Week 11–12: Salon Internship + Placement
Supervised placement, real clients, performance evaluation, hiring pathway
Real salon internship.
Real work experience.
In weeks 11–12, you’ll complete a supervised salon internship where you work with real clients, build confidence, and get evaluated on speed, quality,
and professionalism like a working interview.
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Supervised salon placement
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Real clients and salon scheduling
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Professional evaluation & feedback
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Hiring introductions where available
Note: Placement support is included; hiring depends on performance and salon availability.
Don't wait --
Choose Your Intake
Spring Intake
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Starts: April
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Graduation: June
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Applications: January–March
Fall Intake
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Starts: September
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Graduation: November
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Applications: June–August
Weekly schedule:
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In-person training (12–16 hours/week)
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Practical + demo + live model days
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Optional salon lab sessions (if you offer them)
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Training materials & supplies
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Practice hair & tools (Starter kit if you offer it)
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Live model practice
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Business templates (pricing, consultation, policies)
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Internship coordination
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Certification + portfolio verification
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Career coaching & referrals
Everything is included to help you succeed!
Tuition & Options
Tuition: $7,500
Payment plans available
Funding support available for eligible applicants
We’d love to teach you & get you working!
Allysbraids Professional Braiding & Salon Placement Program
Intakes: April & September
12-Week In-Person Certification Program