Needs to Bring: Cutting tools, razor, combs, and brushes.
Learn how to provide knowledgeable, compassionate support to guests experiencing hair loss related to cancer treatment. This one-hour course introduces beauty professionals to wig resources, fitting, styling, maintenance, and communication with sensitive clients.
Course topics include:
- Understanding common concerns related to treatment-related hair loss
- Communicating with empathy, sensitivity, and professionalism
- Helping guests identify reputable wig resources and assistance programs that are free
- Understanding basic cap construction, fit, and comfort
- Customizing and styling wigs for a natural appearance
- Basic care for human-hair and synthetic wigs
- Sanitation and considerations for sensitive scalps
- Knowing when to refer guests to a healthcare provider or specialized resource
Participants who successfully complete the course will receive a certificate documenting one hour of continuing education.