Raise the Bar for Natural Hair Education
Coming September 2026
Set the standard for textured hair education with a curriculum built for today’s natural hair industry. Equip students with a comprehensive, exam-aligned curriculum that blends foundational theory with hands-on, step-by-step techniques—so they can serve clients confidently on day one.
The New Standard for Textured Hair Education, from Milady
Milady Natural Hair Care & Braiding, 2nd Edition:
Coming September 2026
Prepare your students to excel in today’s textured hair industry with a comprehensive 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
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
Procedures
- 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 Exam Prep
- Hundreds of multiple-choice questions with unlimited attempts.
- Three modes: chapter review, chapter test, and comprehensive test.
- Full visibility to students’ activity.
- 2-year access.
Printed Access Code (PAC)
ISBN: 9798214049618 • List: $49.95 USD
Student Seat
9780357928479 • List: $49.95 USD
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
USB Drives
ISBN: XX • List: $XX USD
Course Management Guides + Instructional Videos
ISBN: 9798214049625 • List: $1,175.95 USD
Prepare students for real‑world textured hair services.
Advanced instruction. Real‑world skills. Trusted Milady education. Natural Hair Care & Braiding, 2nd Edition helps students build confidence and capability—order now for your program.
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