PDV 317 - Hair Braiding Professional Level II

1.75 Continuing Education Units (CEU). This course is not for Credit(s).

This course is designed to enable the student who wants to pursue a career in the profession of hair braiding. Topics include types of hair, product demonstrations, basic braid/plait, a continuation of French braid techniques, and introduction to Fishtail, Flat Twist, and Two-Strand Twist braids.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course the student will be able to:

1. describe the different hair types;
2. explain how to manage and maintain straight, wavy, curly, or kinky hair;
3. discuss various hair care products and their best usage;
4. demonstrate the ability to braid a basic plait;
5. demonstrate a mastery of the French braid; and
6. demonstrate basic knowledge of and be able to complete the following braids: fishtail, flat twist, and two-strand twist.