New College Onboarding Programme

Care Essentials E-Learning

Level: All Levels

Who is the ideal student?

Any hairdresser using or wanting to know more about L’Oréal Professionnel Haircare Portfolio

Transform Your Hair Salon Services with L'Oréal Professionnel's Expert Haircare Portfolio

This e-learning course equips you with the knowledge to confidently recommend the perfect L'Oréal Professionnel haircare regimen for every client, addressing concerns such as how to fix damaged hair and elevate your hair salon services. Dive into our comprehensive portfolio, including Serie Expert, Serioxyl, and Mythic Oil, and discover the unique benefits of each range. Learn how to identify the ideal products for specific hair types and concerns, including solutions for how to fix damaged hair, and provide personalized recommendations that transform your clients' haircare routines. Elevate your hair salon experience and become a trusted advisor for all things haircare.

Learning Objectives:

• Gain a full understanding of the hair care ranges and their targeted benefits, including expertise on how to fix damaged hair.
• Develop the skills to confidently address client concerns and recommend the perfect haircare solutions, especially regarding how to fix damaged hair, within your hair salon.

Skills Covered:

• Key information on all L'Oréal Professionnel Haircare ranges, including the benefits of each one and how to use them to address specific needs, such as how to fix damaged hair, in a hair salon setting.
• Expert guidance on how to fix damaged hair using L'Oréal Professionnel products and elevate your hair salon services.

Certification:

You will receive a certificate upon completion of your course.

COLOUR ESSENTIALS: BLOND STUDIO E-LEARNING

Elevate your lightening services and deliver stunning blonde transformations with the complete L’Oréal Professionnel Blond Studio portfolio.

Level: Foundation (For all – from new to experienced)
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• Stylists new to the L’Oréal Professionnel lightening range
• Experienced colourists seeking a refresh on the latest Blond Studio innovations
• Professionals wanting to master specific tools for balayage, foils, and global lifting

Course Description: Welcome to Colour Essentials: Blond Studio, your definitive digital guide to L’Oréal Professionnel’s lightening portfolio. This interactive module provides a deep dive into every product, from the revolutionary Purple Lightening Balm to high-lift 9-level lighteners. Learn how to select the most suitable tool for your client's unique needs—whether creating freehand balayage or precision highlights—while ensuring maximum fibre protection with Bonder Inside technology.

Learning Objectives: To provide a comprehensive understanding of the Blond Studio range, ensuring accurate product selection and professional application for every lightening scenario.

Skills Covered:

• Portfolio Mastery: Navigating Clay 7, 9 Levels, and Multi-Techniques
• Product Innovation: Understanding the benefits of Purple Lightening Balm
• Mixing & Timing: Mastering professional protocols for optimal lift
• Service Versatility: Selecting the right lightener for balayage vs. on-scalp
• Fibre Integrity: Utilizing Bonder Inside for superior hair health

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and professional lightening innovation.

Learning Style: Online Learning (Videos, Modules, and Downloadable Handouts)

Pre-requisites: None

Certification: Digital Participation Certificate available upon completion.

COLOUR ESSENTIALS: HEALTH & SAFETY E-LEARNING

Master L’Oréal Professionnel’s safety protocols to ensure a professional, secure, and responsible colour experience for every client.

Level: Foundation (For all professionals)
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• Stylists at all levels wanting to master current safety regulations
• Salon owners committed to maintaining high health and safety standards
• Apprentices building a foundation in responsible hair colour application

Course Description: Professionalism in the salon begins with the well-being of your clients and your team. This essential e-learning module provides comprehensive guidance on Health & Safety best practices specifically for hair colour. Learn to conduct expert consultations, perform critical diagnostic tests, and master the Allergy Alert Test (AAT) protocol. By prioritising safety and technical honesty, you enhance your salon’s reputation for expertise and ensure a confident colour journey for every client.

Learning Objectives: To master the professional standards for client safety and diagnostic testing, ensuring 100% compliance with L’Oréal Professionnel health and safety guidelines.

Skills Covered:

• Diagnostic Testing: Performing professional sensitivity and porosity assessments
• Allergy Alert Testing: Mastering the official AAT protocol for safe application
• 3-Step Consultation: Implementing a structured framework for safe colour services
• Reaction Analysis: Distinguishing between allergic and sensitivity reactions
• Responsible Artistry: Ensuring long-term client safety and salon compliance

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and professional safety standards.

Learning Style: Online Self-Learning (Videos and Learning Modules)

Pre-requisites: None

Certification: Digital Participation Certificate available upon completion.

Unlock the Perfect Permanent Hair Colour for Every Client with L'Oréal Professionnel Paris

Master permanent hair colour with this hairdressing course. Learn product selection, mixing, and application to elevate your salon services.

COURSE DETAILS

Duration: 20 minutes

Level: Beginner / Foundation

Certification: Certificate awarded upon course completion

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

By completing this permanent hair colour tutorial, you will:

• Understand the full range of L'Oréal Professionnel Paris permanent hair colour products.
• Learn to select the perfect shade to enhance your salon services.
• Master the mixing ratios and timing guidelines for long-lasting results.
• Gain confidence in recommending bespoke colour solutions for every client.

SKILLS COVERED

• Hairdressing consultation techniques for colour selection.
• Choosing the correct permanent hair colour product for different hair types.
• Mixing and development mastery for flawless application.
• Creating personalized results to boost client loyalty and salon services.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

This hairdressing training is perfect for:

Hairdressers looking to solidify their foundation in colour theory.

Apprentices starting their journey in salon services.

Stylists wanting to refresh their knowledge of the L'Oréal Professionnel Paris portfolio.

Why Take This Permanent Hair Colour Tutorial? Colour is the heart of profitable salon services. This e-learning module empowers you to master the L'Oréal Professionnel Paris permanent hair colour portfolio. Whether your client desires vibrant coverage or a natural enhancement, you will learn how to achieve a truly bespoke result. Elevate your hairdressing skills and ensure every colour service is flawless and perfectly tailored.

COLOUR ESSENTIALS: TONE-ON-TONE

Master the science of Dia color and Dia Light to deliver high-shine, bespoke results and premium glossing services.

Level: Foundation (For all – from new to experienced)
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• Stylists new to the L’Oréal Professionnel colour portfolio
• Colourists wanting to master the difference between acid and alkaline technology
• Professionals seeking to elevate their salon menu with personalized glossing and toning

Course Description: Unlock the full potential of the L’Oréal Professionnel tone-on-tone portfolio with this comprehensive guide to Dia color and Dia Light. This module empowers you to deliver exceptional results by understanding the unique chemistry behind each range. Discover how to identify the ideal product for your client's needs—whether you are seeking the rich, alkaline depth of Dia color or the gentle, acidic shine of Dia Light for sensitized hair.

Learning Objectives: To master the technical application and product selection within the tone-on-tone portfolio, ensuring precise mixing, timing, and personalized colour transformations.

Skills Covered:

• Portfolio Mastery: Distinguishing between Dia color (alkaline) and Dia Light (acid)
• Product Science: Understanding pH levels and their impact on the hair fibre
• Mixing & Timing: Mastering professional protocols for consistent results
• Technical Application: From subtle tonal shifts to vibrant colour refreshes
• Personalised Prescription: Choosing the correct technology for every hair type

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and professional colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online Self-Learning (Videos and Learning Modules)

Pre-requisites: None

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: HAIR ANALYSIS

Master the essential first step of professional color services with expert hair analysis and consultation.

Level: All Levels Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• New stylists building a strong technical foundation
• Experienced colorists refining their consultation process
• Professionals seeking a deeper understanding of hair fiber integrity

Course Description: Master the art of Hair Analysis before every color service. This essential module guides you through thorough hair assessments during the consultation. Learn to perform critical porosity and sensitivity tests, ensuring safe, predictable results tailored to every client's hair condition.

“A successful color result starts with a thorough analysis. Understanding the hair's porosity and sensitivity is key to choosing the right formula.” – L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team.

Learning Objectives: To master professional techniques for hair analysis and testing, ensuring accurate assessments and safe color applications for every client.

Skills Covered:

• Consultation Strategy: Conducting a detailed hair case study
• Fiber Analysis: Understanding the current state of the hair
• Technical Testing: Mastering porosity and sensitivity tests
• Decision Making: Using analysis to inform color formulation

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and color innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: COLOURATION TYPES

Master the essential differences between professional colour technologies to choose the perfect product for every client.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• New stylists building a fundamental understanding of colour chemistry
• Experienced colourists wanting to refine their product selection
• Professionals seeking to understand the physiological impact of different colourants

Course Description: Choosing the right colour technology is the key to professional success. This essential module from the Foundation Theory Colour series explores the unique characteristics of Direct, Tone-on-Tone, and Permanent colouration. Learn exactly how each type affects the hair structure, from the cuticle to the cortex, and when to utilise each technology for optimum results.

Learning Objectives: To master the technical differences between various colouration types and their specific impact on the hair fiber.

Skills Covered:

• Permanent Colour: Understanding lift, deposit, and ammonia/MEA technology
• Tone-on-Tone: Mastering acid vs. alkaline semi-permanent options
• Direct Colour: Exploring non-oxidative pigment application
• Hair Structure: How different colourants interact with the hair layers

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: COLOURING NATURAL HAIR

Master the essential technical rules for darkening natural hair and achieving flawless, even results on virgin hair.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• New stylists building a fundamental understanding of colour rules
• Experienced colourists wanting to refine their virgin hair application
• Professionals looking to ensure total consistency when going darker

Course Description: Going darker on natural hair requires specific technical rules to achieve a predictable, even result. This essential module from the Foundation Theory Colour series explains exactly how to darken natural hair and master the application process for completely virgin hair. Learn to manage the difference between lengths, ends, and roots to ensure a professional, high-quality finish every time.

“Colouring natural hair is all about control. Understanding the rules for going darker is the key to achieving rich, even tones without complications.” – L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team.

Learning Objectives: To master the technical application and formulation rules for darkening natural hair, ensuring a seamless and professional colour result.

Skills Covered:

• Virgin Hair Application: Mastering the specific sequence for natural hair
• Going Darker: Rules for achieving rich, even depth
• Tonal Consistency: Balancing the result from roots to ends
• Technical Formulation: Choosing the right product for natural hair

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: COMPATIBILITY OF REFLECTS

Master the science of tonal harmony and learn how to navigate warm and cool reflects for flawless colour results.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• New stylists building a technical understanding of colour chemistry
• Experienced colourists wanting to refine their bespoke formulations
• Professionals seeking to avoid muddy or unpredictable tonal results

Course Description: Achieving the perfect shade requires a deep understanding of how different tones interact. This essential module from the Foundation Theory Colour series explores the compatibility of reflects. Discover the rules of warm and cool tones, learn which reflects harmonise perfectly, and master the technical solutions for when they don't.

Learning Objectives: To identify compatible and incompatible reflects and master the technical strategies to correct tonal conflicts in hair colour.

Skills Covered:

• Reflect Classification: Distinguishing between warm and cool tones
• Tonal Harmony: Identifying which reflects are chemically compatible
• Conflict Resolution: Technical steps for managing incompatible tones
• Formulation Precision: Creating balanced, sophisticated colour results

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: DARKENING COLOURED HAIR

Master the technical rules for successful colour transitions when darkening previously coloured hair.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• New stylists building a foundation in colour correction
• Experienced colourists wanting to refine their darkening techniques
• Professionals seeking predictable results when dropping 1–3+ levels

Course Description: Darkening previously coloured hair requires a strategic approach to avoid hollow or uneven results. This essential module from the Foundation Theory Colour series teaches you the professional rules for darkening hair by 1 to 3+ levels. Learn how to navigate pre-colouring charts and select the correct technical path to ensure rich, long-lasting, and vibrant depth on every client.

Learning Objectives: To master the professional guidelines and pre-colouration charts required to darken previously coloured hair with total predictability.

Skills Covered:

• Level Assessment: Identifying the depth of existing artificial pigment
• Pre-Colouration: Mastering the rules for darkening 1–3+ levels
• Chart Navigation: Using professional pre-colour charts effectively
• Tonal Integrity: Ensuring even saturation and long-lasting depth

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: NATURAL AND WHITE HAIR

Master the essential science of pigmentation and the technical rules for perfect white hair coverage.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• Stylists wanting to understand the biological causes of white hair
• Colourists needing to master 100% coverage formulation
• Professionals looking to distinguish between natural and artificial pigment rules

Course Description: Achieving perfect results starts with understanding your canvas. This essential module from the Foundation Theory Colour series explores the science of natural and white hair. Learn how to accurately identify the percentage of white hair and adapt your formulation for total coverage. Discover how to select the correct fundamental shades based on your target warm or cool reflect to ensure predictable, high-quality results every time.

Learning Objectives: To accurately identify white hair percentages and master the formulation rules for fundamental shade selection to ensure 100% coverage.

Skills Covered:

• Pigmentation Science: Why hair becomes white and how it affects absorption
• Percentage Identification: Assessing white hair during consultation
• Fundamental Selection: Choosing the right base for warm vs. cool results
• Formulation Adaptation: Customising mixes for natural vs. white hair

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: NUMBERING SYSTEM

Master the universal language of L’Oréal Professionnel Paris to decode every shade with technical precision.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• New stylists learning the fundamental DNA of professional colour
• Experienced colourists wanting to refine their formulation accuracy
• Professionals seeking to distinguish between soft, deep, and intense reflects

Course Description: Unlock the secrets behind the professional palette with the L’Oréal Professionnel Paris Numbering System. This essential module from the Foundation Theory Colour series explains how to read and interpret every shade in the portfolio. Discover the science of reflects, learn the difference between 8.3, 6.66, and 4.20, and master how to identify the intensity of a shade at a glance.

Learning Objectives: To master the technical identification of base levels and reflects, ensuring accurate colour selection and predictable results for every client.

Skills Covered:

• The Numbering Code: Understanding depths (bases) and reflects
• Reflect Intensity: Distinguishing between soft, deep, and intense shades
• Portfolio Navigation: Mastering the L’Oréal Professionnel Paris colour families
• Formulation Accuracy: Selecting the perfect shade based on technical coding

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: REMOVING ARTIFICIAL COLOUR

Master the technical art of color correction and artificial pigment removal using professional cleansing techniques.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• Stylists wanting to transition clients from dark to light shades
• Colorists needing to remove heavy artificial pigment build-up
• Professionals looking to master Efassor Colour Remover applications

Course Description: Take the fear out of color correction by mastering the science of pigment removal. This essential module explores two professional methods for lifting artificial color using Efassor: the Gentle Cleanse and the Deep Cleanse. Learn when and how to apply each technique to achieve a clean, even canvas while respecting the hair's integrity.

“Removing artificial pigment is the foundation of successful color correction. Understanding the difference between a gentle and deep cleanse allows you to reach your target result with total control.” – L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team.

Learning Objectives: To master the professional application of Efassor for both gentle and deep color cleansing, ensuring safe and effective artificial pigment removal.

Skills Covered:

• Pigment Analysis: Identifying artificial build-up and target levels
• Gentle Cleansing: Techniques for light pigment removal and tonal shifts
• Deep Cleansing: Reaching deeper levels of lift on artificial color
• Product Knowledge: Mixing and applying Efassor safely
• Fiber Care: Maintaining hair health during the removal process

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and color innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: TAKE THROUGH TECHNIQUES

Master the essential technical rules for refreshing faded lengths and ends to achieve a perfect, vibrant colour result.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• New stylists learning the fundamentals of colour maintenance
• Experienced colourists wanting to refine their refresh services
• Professionals seeking to combat tonal fading and uneven results

Course Description: All hair colour fades due to external factors like oxygen and UV exposure. This essential module from the Foundation Theory Colour series explores the professional take through techniques required to restore vibrancy to lengths and ends. Learn the different options for refreshing colour safely and effectively, ensuring a seamless, high-shine finish from roots to tips.

Learning Objectives: To master the professional techniques for refreshing faded hair colour and choosing the correct technical solution for various levels of fade.

Skills Covered:

• Fading Analysis: Identifying the causes and degrees of colour fade
• Take Through Rules: Mastering when to refresh lengths and ends
• Product Selection: Choosing between permanent and tone-on-tone options
• Application Consistency: Achieving a uniform, professional colour result

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

FOUNDATION THEORY COLOUR: UNDERCOATS AND NEUTRALISATION

Master the essential science of the colour wheel to achieve perfect, predictable results every time.

Level: All Levels
Investment: FREE

Who is the ideal student?

• New stylists building a fundamental understanding of colour theory
• Experienced colourists refining their neutralisation skills
• Professionals looking to eliminate unwanted warmth in their colour work

Course Description: Mastering the colour star is a crucial skill for every professional stylist. This module explores the science of undercoats and neutralisation, identifying which reflects counteract unwanted pigments. Learn to select the perfect matches to achieve your client’s desired result with total technical precision.

“The colour wheel is your most powerful tool. Understanding how to neutralise underlying pigments is the key to mastering professional colour.” – L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team.

Learning Objectives: To master the principles of the colour wheel and identify the correct neutralising reflects for every level of underlying pigment.

Skills Covered:

• Colour Theory: Mastering the colour star and wheel mechanics
• Undercoat Identification: Recognising underlying pigments
• Neutralisation Strategy: Selecting counter-acting reflects
• Reflect Matching: Creating bespoke formulas for tonal balance

Your Instructor: L’Oréal Professionnel Education Team
Global experts dedicated to technical excellence and colour innovation.

Learning Style: Online E-Learning

Pre-requisites: None (Part of the 'Foundation Theory Colour' series)

Certification: Yes (Complete the full 10-module series to receive your certificate)

Level: All levels

Who is the ideal student?

Anyone who wants to understand the new Metal Detox technology

Skills Covered:

Metal Detox client consultation

Understanding how metals impact the hair

Application for all colour services

Recommending homecare routine

Learning Style:

On-line E-Learning

Pre-requisites:

None

Styling Essentials E-Learning

Level: All Levels

Who is the ideal student?

Any hairdresser using or wanting to know more about L’Oréal Professionnel Styling Portfolio.

Course Description:

Get to grips the L’Oréal Professionnel Styling Portfolio. This E-Learning will give you all of the information you need to be able to use and recommend the correct styling product to give your clients great results time after time. You will also learn from a short video the key to great hair prep.

Learning Objectives:

To have a full understanding of the styling range and what they do.

Skills Covered:

Key information on all the L’Oréal Professionnel styling range including How to get the look and pro tips.

Learning Style:

Online E- learning.

Pre-requisites:

None.

Certification: 

You will receive a certificate upon completion of your course.

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