Level 1 - Hair Extensions Course - Complete Beginners

For Complete Beginners Ready to Start Their Dream Career in Hair Extensions

Take your first step into the world of hair extensions with our Level 1 Beginner Course, designed for those with no previous experience. Whether you’re a student dreaming of working in the beauty industry or simply looking for a new career path, this course will give you the confidence, knowledge, and hands-on skills to begin your journey as a qualified hair extensionist.

Taught by The Glamour Garage Academy’s expert educators, this introductory course covers everything from understanding different hair types and extension methods to client consultations and basic fitting techniques. You’ll leave with the essential foundations to build your career in one of the UK’s most in-demand beauty services.

✨ What You’ll Learn- 

• The basics of natural hair and scalp health
• Introduction to hair extensions and popular methods
• Colour matching and selecting the right hair
• Safe sectioning and placement techniques
• Tools, kits, and professional product knowledge
• Client consultation and aftercare advice
• Health & safety and salon professionalism

✨ Methods You Can Learn - Simply pay for the course and you can let us know which methods you wish to learn. 

Choose to specialise in one technique or master all nine methods in a single day for the ultimate extension education.

💋 Sew-In Beaded Weave – Classic, long-lasting method using beads and thread.

💋 Beaded (No String) Weave – Fast, secure, and ideal for fine hair.

💋 Hidden Invisible Weave – Seamless and discreet; beads are completely hidden.

💋 Tape Extensions – Quick to apply and perfect for fine or flat hair.

💋 Tape/Weft Hybrid (One-Sided Express) – Combines tape and weft for extra hold.

💋 Micro Rings – Gentle, reusable, and great for beginners.

💋 Nano Rings – Ultra-small, lightweight, and nearly invisible.

💋 Mini Micro Rings – A smaller version of micro rings for finer hairlines.

💋 Fusion Bonds – Keratin-based for long-lasting, natural-looking results.

Add the number of methods you wish to train in and we will contact you to confirm your choices - and send you your Teachable access login with your courses within 24 hours. 

💼 What’s Included- 

• Full training day with practical demonstrations
• Hands-on practice with your own model or training head
• All workbooks for your methods chosen 
• CPD Accredited Certificate upon completion
• Ongoing post-course support from our Glamour Garage team

🏫 Course Format - Choose your preferred learning style:

• In-Person: One-day intensive at your chosen Glamour Garage salon location
• Online: Learn at your own pace with video modules, downloadable resources, and tutor support

🎓 Who It’s For:

• Complete beginners (no previous experience required)
• Students or school leavers considering a career in beauty
• Hairstylists wanting to expand their skill set

💻 Ongoing Support & Education

Your journey doesn’t end when the course finishes!

All Glamour Garage Academy students get free access to our exclusive Skool community platform, where you’ll find ongoing education, live Q&As, updated tutorials, business tips, and support from our team and other stylists.

It’s your safe space to keep learning, ask questions, and grow your confidence long after your training day — completely free for all Glamour Garage students.

💋 Your First Step Into the Beauty Industry

By the end of this course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to start taking clients or progress onto our Advanced Methods Course. You’ll also join our supportive Glamour Garage network — where we continue to guide you through your professional journey.

📍 Locations: Cheam · Epsom · Reigate · Online

💰 Price: From £99

🗓 Duration: 1 Day

🏅 Certification: CPD Accredited