Hair Braiding Professional

​Professional hair braiders are in the beauty industry working with individuals providing beauty services such as braiding and styling hair, making recommendations for treating the scalp, and other hair care services.

This program features courses to understand how to build your customer base, develop your portfolio, and provide excellent customer service. Additionally, the program teaches students how to conduct client assessments, maintain a level of client confidentiality, personal integrity, and professional standards, develop and build customer loyalty, and how to explore income opportunities.​

The student entering the program must demonstrate a strong knowledge of the techniques for cornrows, plaits, and braids or register for PDV320 Hair Braiding Basics I.

Professional hair braiders can be found in a variety of settings including beauty salons hair salons, spas, or even as independent practitioners providing freelance services or operating their own businesses.

Program Course Sequence

A stringent attendance policy will be enforced.

There is currently no license required to become a braider in Maryland.