Join our 16 week salon ready course every Monday
Learn all fundamental woman’s & men’s haircuts that you need to be an expert cutter in the salon, plus salon styling, giving you the skills to do clients with the highest of standards confidently.
OVERVIEW
Do you want to learn hairdressing in London, or are you already a hairstylist looking to perfect your skills through a professional haircutting course that gets you salon-ready and confident to work with real clients?
There is no finer starting point—or refinement course—than the 16-Week Salon-Ready Slate Diploma. This comprehensive training covers every essential technique in both men’s and women’s haircutting. Whether you’re new to the industry or want to elevate your craft, this course is designed to set you up for long-term success in hairdressing.
The curriculum is divided into four in-depth stages, each building your technical ability, creativity, and confidence. You’ll benefit from:
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Personal guidance and mentorship from Slate’s experienced instructors throughout every session
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An industry-leading 6:1 student-to-teacher ratio, ensuring focused, individual attention
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A blend of theory, hands-on practical work, and progressive assignments
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A personal appraisal at the end of each stage to track your development and goals
NEW: Film & TV Haircutting Diploma Option
You can now book this course as our newly adapted 16‑Week Film, TV & Fashion Haircutting Diploma, specially designed for those aiming to break into the screen industry. This version of the diploma equips you with the core cutting skills required to confidently shape and style men’s and women’s hair for camera work, including continuity, on-set etiquette, and working collaboratively with makeup and stylist/costume departments.
LEVEL
This is a professional adult hairdressing course in London, accessible to a wide range of learners. Whether you’re:
A complete beginner driven to become a hairdresser and master the art of haircutting
A stylist seeking to refine and perfect your foundational skills
A makeup artist looking to expand your skillset into on-set hair for film and television
An experienced stylist looking to adapt your salon experience for high-pressure screen environments
This course offers you the structure, feedback, and professional insight to help you grow.
Where: SLATE Academy London
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Price: £2,700 Inc VAT
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Duration: 16 weeks Every Monday except bank holidays & December.
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Awarded: SLATE Diploma.
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When: Every Monday except bank holidays.
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Mannequins & models: 3 expert quality dolls included & support to find models.
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What if I can I attend a Monday: not a problem to miss a Monday, course will continue the following Monday and finish one week later
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When can I start:
Next available Monday 14th July 2025 complete 16 weeks after:
Payment plans:
Deposit: £500
Start date: £500
4 weeks after start: £566.66
8 weeks after start: £566.66
12 weeks after start: £566.66
total payment: £2,700
STAGE 1
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Salon styling
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Consultations
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Comb, clips & sectioning
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Body position
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Client comfort
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Salon performance
STAGE 2
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Woman’s cutting classic
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Long layers to open and close the face
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Medium layers mullets and shags
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One lengths
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graduation classic
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short soft graduation
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strong graduation
STAGE 3
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Mens Cutting
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short layers
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graduated side layered top
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side parting
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scissor over comb
STAGE 4
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live model practice
Have any questions about SLATE’s long term courses? Just drop us an email and will be happy to answer any question you have! Alternatively you can contact Michael on +447799526118 for a chat about your educational needs.
