Certification
The original curl experts
with one iconic idea: “Let Curls, Be Curls”
Ouidad Certification
Elevate Your Curl Expertise in this 2-Day Hands-On Ouidad Cutting Certification
$1500 tuition includes Tondeo Ouidad Shear ($799 value).
*$1099 tuition option does not include shears.
Take your skills to the next level with Ouidad, a trusted curl brand for 40+ years. Our immersive 2-day hands-on cutting and styling workshop is designed and led by the renowned Ouidad Curl Experts. This inclusive program focuses on techniques that will elevate your services and boost your confidence with all Curl types.
Through live model demonstrations and hands on experiences with mannequins & models, you'll learn our exclusive Carving and Slicing® techniques, a proven approach that enables you to personalize each cut and styling session for your curly-haired clients. By mastering these proprietary methods, you will set yourself apart as a true curl expert, able to provide exceptional results that keep clients coming back.
Key Takeaways:
- Master Ouidad’s Signature Techniques: Learn the intricacies of Carving and Slicing®, as well as advanced styling methods tailored for curly and textured hair.
- Expand Your Expertise: Gain the confidence to offer specialized services that distinguish you in the curly hair market.
- Increase Your Retail Dollars: Discover how to recommend the perfect products that complement your services, driving higher retail sales in your salon.
- Certified Stylists names to be featured on the Ouidad Salon locator
Prerequisites
To participate in this advanced certification workshop, you must meet the following qualifications:
- 3+ years of professional experience
Currently work at a Ouidad retail salon (using Ouidad products for both backbar and retail)- Competency performing the Rake & Shake Styling method
- Completion of both Curl Lab and Curl Confidence virtual prerequisite courses
- Successful completion of the online prerequisite quiz
Certification Note:
This is a Certification program, and participants will be assessed on the following:
- Ouidad Product Architecture & proper prescribing
- Curl Type Identification & techniques required to treat, cut and style
- Ouidad Signature Cutting Techniques
- Rake & Shake Styling Methodology
Certification is not guaranteed on the first try, but you will leave with a personalized action plan to help you achieve Ouidad Certification. (Follow-up fee may range from $99 and up, depending on your needs.)
Agenda
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Day 1: Sunday 9am-5:30pm
- 8:30am Welcome & Set-up
- 9:00am Ouidad Methodology
- Hands-On Mannequin work
- Model Demonstration
- Working Lunch
- Hands-on workshop
- Group Debrief & clean-up
- 5:30pm Depart
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Day 2: Monday 8am-4:30pm
- 7:30am Welcome & Set-up
- 8:00am Ouidad Methodology
- Hands-On Mannequin work
- Model Demonstration
- Working Lunch
- Hands-on workshop
- Group Debrief
- 4:30pm Depart
Stylist Tools
- Tripod
- Sharpened Scissors (5”- 6” with stationary thumb work best)
- Denman Type Brush
- Wide Tooth Tail Comb / Fine Tooth Cutting Comb
- Clips (Duckbill Style plastic or metal, 6-8 total)
- Water Spray Bottle
- Blow Dryer & Diffuser
- Pen / Paper / Highlighter
Pricing includes lunch each day. Travel and expenses not included.
2025 Dates
352 Main St Gaithersburg, MD 20878 |
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3530 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 |
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March 16-17 |
210 W Republic Rd #116 Springville, MO 65807 |
March 30-31 |
8650 SW Canyon Rd Portland, OR 97225 |
4800 Wade Hampton BLVD Suite C Taylors, SC 29687 |
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9 E 19th St FRNT 1, New York, NY 10003 |
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6712 Whittier Ave McLean, VA 22101 |
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13325 Pearl Rd Strongsville, OH 44136 |
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3246 Monroe Ave Rochester, NY 14618 |
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4300 N Quinlan Park Rd Ste 200 Austin, TX 78732 SPANISH |
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9500 Greenback Lane Suite 3 Folsom, CA 95630 |
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9 E 19th St FRNT 1, New York, NY 10003 |
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352 Main St Gaithersburg, MD 20878 |
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4300 N Quinlan Park Rd Ste 200 Austin, TX 78732 |
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96 Franklin St Westerly, RI 02891 |
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October 26-27 |
TBD |
3530 N Federal Hwy, Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308 |
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December 7-8 |
TBD |
*Ouidad Flagship Salon Location
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