International Masters

Course Overview

The International Masters course, led by International Creative Director Mark Hayes, globally recognised as the driving force behind the Sassoon world-famous seasonal collections, will take you deep inside the Sassoon ethos. You will receive a unique insight into the thought processes of the Sassoon International Creative Team working side by side with a maximum of five students per teacher in an Atelier setting. Mark Hayes, plus key team leaders from around the world will share their personal inspirations and skills to give an exciting approach to Sassoon education.

This three-day event is comprised of stunning model presentations, guided work sessions and demonstrations that include both cut and colour. The team will strive to ensure that you are involved at every stage, allowing you to make the most of the unique talent available to you.

Level

Learners will be expected to possess current knowledge of client care, as well as basic cutting & finishing ability (level 2 NVQ or country equivalent). To fully appreciate the content of this course, Sassoon recommend approximately six plus years’ experience as a qualified hair professional.

Focus

Intimate atelier environment
Demonstrations by International Creative Team
Practical cut & colour sessions on live models
Understanding the creative process behind the collection
Presentation models

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Mon - Fri 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. GMT

What Our Students Say

Have been on Salon Creative and ABC now and both courses have taught me so much every time. The way I cut hair & think about haircuts has changed completely – in the best way!!

Phoebe Carraro,

Sutton, UK

I took this course without knowing what the class was going to be like. But I love doing everything in one week. Great course! I love all the instructors. Thank you!

Kanna Ryan,

Kansas, USA

I wanted to take this opportunity to thank you on behalf of myself and the other two KH hair owners. Three team members attended last week's ABC cutting course and were blown away. Thank you so much they have gained from attending.

Helen fuller

Owner of KH Hair Hinckley

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Frequently Asked Questions

Vidal Sassoon training is globally recognised as the ultimate in hairdressing education, providing you with a passport to a successful career in the international world of hair. Synonymous with excellence, the Vidal Sassoon Academy delivers the finest education for beginners and experienced hair professionals.

For over 65 years, the reputation of Vidal Sassoon has been built on developing and providing world-class education at our hair academies and education centers around the globe. Through an unparalleled system of training that has become definitive, our instructors deliver our hairdressing courses with passion and professionalism, inspiring generations of Hair Professionals of all levels of experience.

Continually developing an ever-evolving series of educational opportunities that have become definitive, including its world-renowned propriety methods, ABC Cutting And Colouring Hair The Vidal Sassoon Way. That legacy and commitment to sharing knowledge has grown exponentially over the last six decades and positions Vidal Sassoon Academy as the global leader in industry education.

The forward-thinking that epitomises Vidal Sassoon Academy continues to be seen on a daily basis with the wide range of courses offered to meet a variety of experience levels and learning needs. We strive to guide all of our students to achieve technical and creative excellence, and with the selection of courses available, plus the continuous evolvement of our curriculums to reflect our seasonal collections and trends, we believe that no other institution compares to Sassoon Academy.

Our students are a combination of loyal, experienced hair professionals who want to update their skills and new students who would like to experience the Vidal Sassoon method for the first time. We appreciate that it takes commitment and courage to study something new, especially if you are changing careers and have not been inside a classroom for some time. However, bear in mind that you will be taking a course with like-minded individuals, who are also passionate and committed to education. They will accompany you on your Vidal Sassoon journey and oftentimes become lifelong friends and invaluable contacts in the industry.

Extremely talented individuals with extensive experience and knowledge of the Vidal Sassoon proprietary methods, our Instructors are the friendliest, passionate and most patient people you will meet. They will encourage you every step of the way and work diligently to ensure you obtain the most out of your time at the Vidal Sassoon Academy.

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