CERTIFICATION Courses
Hairdressing Made Easy
Achieve Haircutting Mastery With Our Three-Course Program
Choose Your Path to Certification
Navigate Your Way to Haircutting Expertise
Cutting Course ONE
Learn to Break Down Every Haircut
CC1 Starts with 6 Fundamental Cuts
Dropped horseshoe
Flat baseline | square cut-line
Blunt cut
Concave layers
90 to over-direct
Pivoting
Fringe - natural fall
Anatomy of head
Contact points
Body positioning to head
3, 6, 9, & 12 o’clock
Guide to length
Dropped horseshoe
Convex baseline
Head positioning
Flat layers
Flat graduation
Traveling guide
Body positioning
Flat baseline | rounds cut-line
0 degree baseline
Scissor under comb
Horseshoe
Body positioning
Sloping horseshoe
Concave baseline
Point cutting
Convex layers
90° from the curvature
Forward graduation
Body positioning
Graduation | 2 to 1
Elevation 45 °
Pivoting below occipital
Internal A-line
One-fingers depth
Body positioning
Guide to length
Traditional layers|Cut to the round of the head
Cut ratio is 1 to 1
Body positioning
Intro to CC2 w/ deep point cutting fringe
Cutting Course TWO
Delve into the Mastery of Density and Porosity
CC2 Introduces the Razor & Texturizing Shears to Personalize 6 New Cuts
Dropped Perimeter Horseshoe
Flat baseline
Blunt & point cutting combined
Concave layering
Deep Point Cutting
Hinging
Micro beveling
Slide Cutting
Flat Graduation
Pitched horseshoe
Concave baseline
Rough cut
Two Fingers Depth
Offset fringe/bang
Direction channel cutting
Slide Cutting
Texturizing/thinning shears
Sloping halo
Convex baseline
Vertical flat layers
Dry cutting
Notching Shears
Razor
Pivoting Convex layers
Punch cutting | above hands
Twist cut | razor
Hinging | razor
Micro-beveling | razor
Freehand | razor
Pitched horseshoe
Rough cut |razor
Concave baseline |razor
Offset fringe/bang
Horizontal flat graduation
Texturizing/blending shears
Vertical flat graduation | razor
Cutting the top of the head | razor
Surface cutting
Freehand cut fringe | razor
Direction channel cutting | razor
Cutting Course THREE
Our System Your Aesthetic
CC3 Completes your Training with 4 Advanced Haircuts
Narrowed dropped perimeter
Punch point cutting (above fingers)
Freehand concave layers (under fingers)
Freehand slicing
135° to over-direct
Freehand forward graduation - Razor
Twist cut - Razor
Channel cutting
Surface cutting
Back cutting
Razor the top of the head
Round baseline - razor
90 to over-direct w/ razor
Feathered edge w/ razor
Punch cutting layers (under hand)
Freehand
Tipping
Slicing
Undercut
Scissor over comb
Directional channel cutting
Surface cutting
Slide cutting
“I’ve never felt comfortable in hair cutting, I always felt very vulnerable, and I definitely had a lot of insecurities with hair cutting all together. I walked away feeling extremely comfortable with haircutting; and I would dare say it, that I would actually consider myself a actual hair cutter.”
"Travis is a genius with cutting hair. Not only is the way he cuts hair effortless and modern, he also makes it fun and easy with no judgement. I would recommend anyone to try it. I’ve been doing hair for 14 years, and man, did it help me. Thanks again Travis, you’re the man. Love ya buddy.”
"Travis Parker Academy has really been enjoyable to learn from, as its simple yet effective, especially coming from the fact that I’m a barber. I'm able to learn women’s focused cutting techniques and apply it to men’s haircutting. Hair is hair. It’s just about being open to step outside the box, learn new things, and apply it accordingly!”
"I am so grateful for my time at the Travis Parker Academy, which has felt more like a retreat than just advanced education. By providing a simple approach to shapes that we all know and love, I find myself revisiting pieces of the program daily. Beyond refreshing technique, I believe hairstylists will walk away from TPA with a renewed perspective on their time behind the chair."
“The Travis Parker Academy provides a comprehensive roadmap for executing the full continuum of looks, from classic to current and trendy. As you work your way through the courses, the skill sets layer on top of each other, building your confidence. Most importantly you walk away with a new friend in Travis, as well as a mentor.”
“The academy hits all the marks for my high expectations of education. The content is thoughtful and approachable, the environment is inspiring, and the educators are always focused on the needs of their students.”
What is Hairdressing Made Easy?
Achieve Greatness With Our Three-Tiered Haircutting Certification Program
At Travis Parker Academy, our 'Hairdressing Made Easy' program caters to hairdressers, salons, schools, and brands with flexible learning options: on location, live online, and through pre-recorded eCourses. This program features three core courses tailored to different skill levels. Cutting Course ONE establishes the basics of haircutting, while Cutting Course TWO progresses to advanced texturizing techniques. Cutting Course THREE culminates the program with a focus on artistic hairdressing. Our structured approach, available in these versatile formats, ensures a comprehensive learning experience that combines creativity with practical skills. Join us in your preferred learning style for an immersive journey in mastering the art of haircutting.
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Attain haircutting certification by successfully completing Cutting Courses ONE, TWO, and THREE. -
Acquire hands-on skills through detailed step-by-step demonstrations. -
The journey begins with Cutting Course ONE (CC1), a foundational system for all stylists. -
In CC1, uncover the three essential elements of every haircut. -
CC1 lays the groundwork with vital foundational lessons for every stylist. -
CC1 focuses on developing your ability to deliver consistent and predictable haircuts. -
Advance your skills in Cutting Course TWO (CC2), focusing on razors and texturizing shears. -
In CC2, delve into understanding hair density per square inch and growth patterns. -
CC2 teaches you to tailor haircuts to individual client needs and preferences. -
Enhance your haircutting techniques with razors and texturing shears in CC2. -
Cutting Course THREE (CC3) hones advanced layering, graduation, and texturing techniques. -
CC3 invites you to explore intricate face-framing and fringe customization. -
CC3 empowers you to build your own advanced haircuts. -
Complete your certification journey in CC3, solidifying your expertise. -
Progress in gamified learning with each class, earning points, tokens, and badges, while ascending the leaderboard. -
Upon completion, proudly receive a digital certificate and badge, showcasing your proficiency in hairdressing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Hairdressing Made Easy is a detailed curriculum tailored for stylists of all experience levels. It's structured into three progressive courses: Cutting Course ONE (CC1), Cutting Course TWO (CC2), and Cutting Course THREE (CC3). This curriculum is centered around a unique methodology that teaches you to thoroughly understand, break down, and effectively execute every haircut.
CC1 introduces the three essential elements of every haircut, foundational lessons, and skills for consistent and predictable haircuts.
CC2 covers intermediate techniques, including razor and texturizing shear use, understanding hair density, and customizing haircuts to individual client needs.
CC3 focuses on advanced layering, graduation, texturing techniques, face-framing, fringe customization, and creating personalized advanced haircuts.
You'll gain hands-on skills from detailed tutorials with clear, step-by-step demonstrations, covering everything from foundational techniques in CC1 to advanced haircutting skills in CC3.
Hairdressing Made Easy offers hands-on training in on-location and live online formats, with a community platform for support in eCourses.
Yes, to achieve certification in Hairdressing Made Easy, completing the courses sequentially - starting with CC1, followed by CC2, and concluding with CC3 - is crucial.
Yes, you have complete flexibility to mix and match formats for each course as per your convenience while maintaining the sequential order.
Our methodology is comprehensive, building a specific language across courses. Beginning in the middle can lead to confusion and less effective learning.
For on-location courses at the academy, mannequins are provided for you. However, for live online and eCourses, you'll need 2 mannequins per course, which means a total of 6 for all three courses. We suggest using Pivot Point mannequins that align with the required hair lengths for each series.
For on-location courses, we supply physical handbooks. For 'live online' and eCourses, you can access a free PDF upon course purchase. Opt for a bound copy for an added fee through your student dashboard.
The 'leaderboard' and 'rewards store' create a gamified learning experience, rewarding points, tokens, and badges for active participation. Your leaderboard position rises with accumulated points, which can be exchanged for coins to access more classes and products.
After completing each course, you'll receive a digital certificate and badge, cumulating in a full certification upon completing CC1, CC2, and CC3.
For eCourses, enjoy a 30-day money-back guarantee. Unfortunately, on-location and live online courses are non-refundable, but you can reschedule up to 30 days before the course begins.