Postgraduate

Course Overview

Would your professional confidence benefit from expert coaching?

The Postgraduate course is unique in design, innovative in content and specifically created to meet the needs of newly qualified students, or those with existing experience who are hungry for more and wish to learn all that is Sassoon. During the course you will grasp a strong sense of modern hair technique, be immersed in the definitive ABC series and contemporary work of Sassoon and even have the chance to study our world-renowned and highly sought-after teaching techniques. The course is divided evenly into three in-depth levels of instruction, giving you the opportunity to attend the Collection course for one week and includes all of the prep time necessary to get ready for your final photo shoot.

You will receive personal guidance and mentoring from the world-renowned Sassoon teaching team throughout all levels of the course. A personal appraisal will be conducted after your mock examinations to ensure that you are achieving your learning goals. Also at the end of the course to discuss your future.

The formal learning structure of the course encompasses all of the elements necessary to provide you with that important boost needed to make your mark in the competitive hairdressing world.

In the final stage of the Postgraduate course you will also participate in a photoshoot where we will guide you on theme, clothes styling, make-up, mood boards and lighting, everything you will need to know to arrange your own photo shoot.

The entire course is presented in a collaborative and coaching spirit ensuring that you feel supported and encouraged throughout. On successful completion of this course you will be presented with a Sassoon graded Diploma.

You will have full access to streaming the ABC classic training videos during the duration of your course.

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). Ideal as a finishing course or for recently qualified hair professionals who want to perfect their technical skills. This course is also perfect for those wishing to learn all that is Sassoon.

Course Modules

This level will introduce you to ABC cutting hair the Sassoon way and ABC colouring hair the Sassoon way. Also included in this level:

Sassoon history and philosophy
ABC Colouring Hair the Sassoon Way
Technical theory and colour formulation
Introduction to Sassoon Professional colour
Conducting a successful client consultation
Suitability, proportion and Bone Structure lecture
Excelling at client care and building client relationships
ABC Cutting Hair the Sassoon Way
Blow-dry and finish hair using Sassoon methods
Style and finish hair using product
ABC Men Cutting Hair the Sassoon Way

Sassoon contemporary classic cutting and colouring will be introduced at this level, together with delivering the skills you have learned within a time frame. The world-renowned Sassoon teaching methods will also be introduced.

Continued practice of ABC techniques
Contemporary classic cutting
Preparation for photoshoot including model scouting
Increased practical sessions
Demonstration skills lecture
Step by step teaching lecture
Public speaking lecture
Lesson planning lecture
Lecturing skills lecture
Collection conception
Practical assessment of cut, colour and coaching skills
Personal appraisal

The final 6 weeks will employ all of the skills you have learned, plus you will get the opportunity to attend the Collection course for one week.

Advanced cutting and colouring techniques
Disconnection
Working independently, using initiative
Working within a time frame
Final preparation for photoshoot
Finishing skills
Latest Academy collection demonstration
Including finished look models
Practice cut, colour and styling collection techniques
Collection inspiration lecture
Your collection photoshoot
Final appraisal including personal guidance
Gallery event to showcase your collection of images

Sassoon reserves the right to alter/change the sequence of learning content.

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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!

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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.

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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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