Advanced Hair Colour & Highlighting CPD Masterclass

Who would find this course beneficial?

This course is designed for qualified hairdressers and experienced practitioners who wish to advance their skills in professional hair colouring and highlighting techniques. It is ideal for salon professionals looking to refine their technical precision, improve colour accuracy, and deliver customised, high-end colour services. It is also suitable for practitioners returning to the industry who require an advanced refresher in modern colouring techniques. It is particularly beneficial for professionals aiming to master advanced techniques such as balayage, colour correction, and precision highlighting, while improving confidence in creating bespoke, client-focused colour results.

Course Content

• Health & Safety and Salon Hygiene
• Advanced Consultation and Client Assessment
• Hair Anatomy, Physiology & Colour Science
• Colour Theory and Pigmentation
• Tools, Equipment and Colour Products
• Advanced Colouring Techniques (Balayage, Ombre, Colour Melting)
• Advanced Highlighting Techniques (Foiling, Babylights, Freehand)
• Colour Correction Techniques
• Contraindications and Contra-actions
• Step-by-Step Professional Colouring Procedure
• Aftercare Advice and Maintenance
• UK Legislation and Professional Standards

Health & Safety and Salon Hygiene 

This section covers safe working practices including PPE, chemical safety, infection control, and maintaining a hygienic professional salon environment.

Consultation and Client Assessment 

Learners will develop advanced consultation skills including analysing hair history, assessing suitability, colour mapping, and creating personalised treatment plans.

Hair Anatomy & Colour Science 

This section explains hair structure, pigmentation, and the chemical processes involved in hair colouring to support accurate formulation and application.

Colour Theory

Learners will understand the colour wheel, levels and tones, neutralisation, and how to correct unwanted tones effectively.

Advanced Colouring Techniques 

This section focuses on professional techniques such as balayage, ombre, colour melting, and customised colour placement for high-end results.

Advanced Highlighting Techniques 

Learners will practise techniques including foiling, babylights, and freehand highlighting to achieve precise and natural-looking results.

Colour Correction

This section covers identifying colour problems, neutralising unwanted tones, and applying corrective strategies safely.

Contraindications and Safety 

Learners will identify when not to proceed, manage reactions, and apply safe working practices throughout all treatments.

Professional Procedure 

This section guides learners through a full step-by-step colouring service from consultation to finishing and evaluation.

Aftercare Advice 

Focuses on maintaining colour results, recommending products, and supporting long-term hair health.

Professional Practice and Legislation 

Includes UK legislation such as Health and Safety at Work Act, COSHH, PPE Regulations, and professional responsibilities.

Entry Requirements

A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in hairdressing, an equivalent recognised qualification or relevant salon experience with basic colouring knowledge is recommended. Applicants without these qualifications may still enrol where they have suitable practical experience, as the essential foundation knowledge relating to colour theory, hair analysis, consultation and safe product use will be reviewed and reinforced throughout the course.

Duration 

This CPD course is delivered over 3 days with a total of 24 guided learning hours (GLH).

Costs 

The cost of the course is £680.00.

Qualification Awarded 

Upon successful completion, learners will receive a CPD certificate awarded by Divine Hair and Beauty Training Academy.
This course is formally approved by The CPD Group, a recognised UK accreditation body, ensuring high standards in continuing professional development.

KIT Required 

Learners must attend in professional uniform (tunic, black trousers, closed shoes).

T&C 

Course fees are non-refundable once confirmed.  Certificates are issued only after successful completion of both theory and practical assessment.