
Fashion & Session Hair Styling Diploma
Hands on course – 10 days
choose to complete in
10 weeks (once a week) – 5 weeks (twice a week)
Join the ultimate Fashion and Session Styling Course in London to master the spectrum of editorial and event hair-ups.
This course teaches you the foundations of structure, product control and modern fashion techniques — giving you the skills to create clean classics, high-fashion shapes and long-lasting finishes that photograph beautifully.
Flexible Part-Time Hair Course
Designed for working professionals. We understand that you may be working in a salon while you study. That is why we offer flexible scheduling options to fit your career. You can complete this 10-day diploma in two ways:
– 10-Week Option: Attend 1 day a week (Sundays or Monday). Perfect for keeping your full-time job.
– 5-Week Option: Attend 2 days a week (Sundays & Mondays). Fast-track your learning.
Overview
Do you want to learn fashion styling in London?
Our intensive 10-day Fashion Styling Diploma teaches the complete foundations of hair-ups — from structure and balance to product choice, pinning, heat work and refined finishing.
You’ll learn how to control hair, build shape, secure styles and create polished looks for salon clients, shoots, events and fashion work. We focus on understanding why shapes hold: tension, direction, balance, weight distribution and product placement.
Throughout the course, you’ll explore a wide range of techniques used in modern session styling. From classic French twists to high-fashion finishes, you’ll gain the confidence to recreate — and customise.
Training includes demonstrations, structured workshops and guided hands-on practice.
Career Pathways
This diploma is the essential foundation for stylists looking to move beyond the salon floor. We teach the specific on-set etiquette, speed, and durability required for high-pressure environments.
– Editorial & Campaign Work: Create shapes that hold for 10+ hours on set.
– Backstage Fashion Week: Master the “kit bag” essentials and rapid styling techniques.
– Freelance Session Styling: Gain the confidence to work independently on private bookings and bridal coutures.
Level
This course is ideal for:
– Stylists wanting to master hair-ups for salon work, events or clients
– Session stylists building a strong foundation for photoshoots and fashion hair
– Makeup artists wanting to add professional hair-up skills
– Professionals who want to refine technique, structure and finishing to a modern standard
– From assistants to advanced
– Looking to master reliable, repeatable hair-up foundations
Looks you will learn
The styles you will focus on during your training:
– Ponytails
– French twist
– Chignon
– Rolls
– Creative twists
– Figure of 8
– Buns
– Finger waves
– Modern adaptations + fashion finishes
Where:
SLATE Academy London
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Price:
£1,830 Inc VAT
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Duration:
5 or 10 weeks
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Awarded:
SLATE Fashion Styling Diploma
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When:
Every Monday &/or Sunday except bank holidays. 10am to 4pm
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When can I start:
Pick the next available date or any one that suits you.
Payment plans:
Secure your spot with a deposit today. View full 5 or 10-week schedules at checkout based on your 1 or 2-day study pace. Instalments begin after your course start date.


Have a question about the course? You can contact us here please remember to leave your number. Alternatively you can call us on +443301332341 to learn more about FASHION STYLING.



