The new standard for textured hair education.
Set the standard for textured hair education with a curriculum built for today’s natural hair industry. Equip students with comprehensive, exam-aligned content that blends foundational theory with hands-on, step-by-step techniques—so they can serve clients confidently on day one.
Milady Natural Hair Care & Braiding, 2nd Edition
Equip your students to confidently serve all textured hair clients with a curriculum built for real‑world services, state board alignment, and modern natural hair practices. From foundational textured hair theory to braids, extensions, wigs, loc care, and professional draping, this program brings together the knowledge and hands‑on learning students need to serve clients with confidence.
Discover the Benefits of Natural Hair Care & Braiding, 2nd Edition
Give your learners a refreshed, modern natural hair curriculum that reflects today’s textured hair standards and professional expectations. This edition delivers the depth, relevance, and cultural competence schools need to elevate their programs and prepare confident future stylists.
Digital-first, engaging learning experience.
Keep students motivated with interactive activities, videos, and CIMA ExamReady™ test prep—all in CIMA. Print materials are available for programs that need them.
Significantly expanded, modernized curriculum.
Now featuring 11 chapters, this curriculum delivers industry‑aligned instruction across braiding, locs, wigs, extensions, scalp care, and textured hair services—reflecting how natural hair professionals work today.
Over triple the hands-on learning for licensure success.
Includes 34 step-by-step technical procedures paired with instructional video content that demonstrates in-demand natural hair techniques to prepare students for exams and beyond.
Instructor‑ready resources, all in one place.
A comprehensive Course Management Guide brings together teaching support and integrated instructional videos, giving educators a centralized, consistent way to plan lessons and deliver high‑quality natural hair instruction with confidence.
A clear commitment to textured hair education and compliance.
Fully revised by seven Subject Matter Experts, aligned with NIC Licensing Exam’s Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) standards, and designed to meet growing demand for textured hair training and state licensing requirements.
Contents & Procedures
Procedures
- Proper Hand Washing
- Cleaning and Disinfecting Tools, Equipment, and Surfaces
- Blood Exposure Protocol
- Pre-Service Procedure
- Post-Service Procedure
- Draping
- Hair Brushing and Detangling
- Professional Braid Removal
- Shampooing and Conditioning
- Preparing Textured Hair for Styling
- Blowing Textured Hair Prior to Thermal Setting
- Blowing Short, Textured Hair in Its Natural Wave Pattern
- Diffusing Textured Hair in Its Natural Wave Pattern
- Enhancing Natural Curls (Curly and Coily Methods)
- Flat Twists Updo
- Spiral Rod Set
- Flexi-Rod Set
- Coils
- Two-Strand Twist
- Starting Locs—Coil Comb Technique
- Cultivating and Grooming Locs
- Silk Press
- Preparing Textured Hair for Braiding
- Knotless Braids and Box Braids
- Basic Cornrows
- Sculpted Cornrows with Extensions
- Stitch Braids
- Flat Twists with Extensions
- Two-Strand Twist with Extensions
- Yarn Braids
- Extensions: Sew-in Method
- Crochet Braids
- Wig Block Preparation
- Making and Installing Wigs
Contents
- History and Career Opportunities
- Infection Control
- Principles of Success
- The Professional Consultation
- Hair and Scalp Properties
- Hair and Scalp Disorders and Diseases
- General Anatomy, Physiology, and Nutrition
- Hair Service Preparation
- Styling Textured Hair
- Braids, Extensions, and Wigs
- Building a Natural Hair Business
Clear and upfront pricing with no hidden fees, contracts, or commitments.
For the Student
CIMA Digital Course
- Easy, intuitive navigation for distance or in-person learning.
- Access to robust, built-in instructor resources.
- Powerful self-service analytics, time tracking, and reports.
- Comprehensive device and browser compatibility.
- 2-year access.
Printed Access Code (PAC)
ISBN: 9798214049618 • List: $327.95 USD
Student Seat
9780357928479 • List: $327.95 USD
CIMA ExamReady™
- Targeted exam prep tool with topics and competencies aligned to the national theory exam developed by NIC or PSI, guiding students toward the areas that matter most. Learn more about ExamReady or find your state's exam requirements.
- Content presented in English. Spanish coming soon.
- 2-year access.
CIMA ExamReady for Natural Hair Care & Braiding
Printed Access Code (PAC) • List: $49.95 USD
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Student Seat • List: $49.95 USD
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eBook
Digital version of Natural Hair Care & Braiding textbook. No other activities or videos.
Printed Access Code (PAC)
ISBN: 9780357928219 • List: $205.95 USD
Student Seat
ISBN: 9780357928387 • List: $205.95 USD
Textbook/Workbook Combo
- Detailed exercises for both practical and theory content.
- Activities include fill-in-the-blank, true/false, matching exercises and various activities within the workbook that cater to different learner types.
- Helps students stay organized and aids comprehension.
ISBN: 9780357873069 • List: $205.95 USD
Exam Prep
- Helps students prepare for their state board exams.
- Hundreds of multiple-choice questions, similar to the ones asked during the State Board Exam.
- Using CIMA? The test bank is included and can be added by educators.
- Looking for a digital version? Get CIMA Exam Prep instead. Now available on CIMA.
ISBN: 9798214049588 • List: $70.95 USD
CIMA + Textbook
Printed Access Code (PAC) + Textbook
ISBN: 9798214581972 • List: $422.95 USD
Student Seat + Textbook
ISBN: 9780357928561 • List: $422.95 USD
For the Instructor
Instructor Resources are built right into the CIMA digital learning platform and available for free to CIMA users. Using print? Purchase Instructor resources and get access online through CIMA.
Course Management Guide
Includes detailed Lesson Plans, Instructor Support Slides, answer keys to review tests and student workbooks, test bank to create tests and quizzes, new & condensed rubrics.
Online Access
ISBN: 9780357928486 • List: $366.95 USD
Course Management Guides + Instructional Videos
ISBN: 9798214049625 • List: $1,175.95 USD
