Natural Hair Care & Braiding Course
Welcome to Sankofa Braiding Academy’s Natural Hair Care & Professional Braiding Certification Course — where ancestral wisdom, science, and professional skill come together to prepare you for success in the natural hair industry.
Natural Hair Care & Professional Braiding Certification
Our comprehensive training program is designed to teach the art, science, and cultural significance of natural hair care and braiding. Whether you are beginning your journey or refining your professional skills, this course provides the knowledge, hands-on training, and confidence needed to work safely and professionally with textured & hair types.
This is more than a braiding class — it is a complete professional development experience rooted in holistic hair health and cultural heritage.
What You Will Learn
Students receive structured training in both technical skill and hair health knowledge, including:
Hair Science & Scalp Health
- Hair structure and growth cycles
- Scalp care and hygiene practices
- Hair types, porosity, and density analysis
- Moisture balance and protective styling principles
Professional Braiding Techniques
- Clean sectioning and precision parting
- 2-strand twists and 3-strand braiding
- Cornrow braiding techniques
- Protective styling methods
- Safe installation and blending of extensions
What You Will Learn
Natural Hair Care Application
- Proper hair preparation before styling
- Maintaining scalp health during protective styles
- Product selection for different hair needs
- Aftercare and maintenance education
Client Care & Professional Practice
- Hair and scalp consultations
- Intake forms and service planning
- Sanitation and safety standards
- Professional communication and ethics
Business & Career Development
- Service pricing and menu creation
- Client retention strategies
- Portfolio development
- Steps to start or grow a natural hair care business
Natural Hair Care, Braiding & Extension Classes
Become a Protective Hair Braider
Become an Expert of Natural Hair Care
Become an Expert of Natural Hair Care
Become an Expert of Natural Hair Care
Become an Expert of Natural Hair Care
Become an Expert of Natural Hair Care
Natural Hair Care, Braiding & Extension Classes
Become a Protective Hair Extension Expert
Become a Protective Hair Extension Expert
Become a Protective Hair Extension Expert
Become a Weaveologist
Become a Protective Hair Extension Expert
Become a Protective Hair Extension Expert
Natural Hair Care, Braiding & Extension Classes
Trichology Certification
