Expert Guidance

Learn with experienced, industry-focused instruction. Refresh your knowledge with guidance from a licensed cosmetology professional and educator who understands Connecticut licensing requirements and the realities of working behind the chair.

Hands-On Learning

Build confidence through demonstrations, practical assignments, and video-based instruction. Students complete required hands-on work and submit photos or videos of their work online for review and feedback.

Career Advancement

Strengthen your technical skills, refresh your knowledge, and prepare for the next steps toward reinstating your Connecticut hairdressing license and returning to professional practice.

About the Course

CT Hairdressing 245-Hour Refresher — 8+ Years Expired Has your Connecticut hairdressing license been expired for more than eight years? This comprehensive refresher program is designed to help experienced hairdressers rebuild their skills, update their knowledge, and prepare to meet the requirements associated with reinstating an expired Connecticut hairdressing license. The program provides 245 hours of structured refresher education covering essential areas of hairdressing practice, including sanitation and infection control, hair and scalp care, styling, chemical services, haircutting, Connecticut laws and regulations, and professional practices. Through a combination of theory, demonstrations, practical skill development, assignments, and assessments, students will have the opportunity to refresh foundational knowledge and strengthen the technical skills necessary for professional practice. This course is designed for individuals whose Connecticut hairdressing license has been expired for more than eight years and who need additional education before pursuing license reinstatement. What You'll Gain A structured review of core hairdressing theory and practices Updated knowledge of sanitation, infection control, and safety procedures Review and practice of haircutting, styling, hair care, and chemical services Review of Connecticut laws and professional requirements Opportunities to demonstrate and strengthen practical skills Preparation for the next steps in the Connecticut license reinstatement process Important Information Completion of this refresher program does not automatically reinstate a Connecticut hairdressing license. Students are responsible for completing all additional requirements established by the Connecticut licensing authority, including any required examinations or applications. Requirements may vary based on an individual's licensing history and circumstances. Students should confirm their specific reinstatement requirements with the Connecticut Department of Public Health before enrolling. This course is intended to provide the educational preparation and skill development needed to help students move forward with the reinstatement process.

Course Curriculum

13 Chapters · 98 Lessons

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      Why infection control is non-negotiable

    2. Regulatory Oversight: The Rules of the Road Free preview
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      Infection Control

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      Infection Control Safety Essentials

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      Levels of Decontamination

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      High-Risk Zones in the Salon

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      Step-by-Step Decontamination Guide

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      Decontamination Quiz

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      Accidental Cuts and Blood spills

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      Accidental Cuts and Blood Spills Quiz

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      SDA and Chemical Safety

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      Infection Control Final Exam

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      Barbicide Certification

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      The Structure of Hair

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      Layers of a hair strand

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      Hair Types and Textures

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      Hair Science Quiz

    5. The Life Cycle of Hair Free preview
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      The Science of Hair structure and Growth Podcast

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      Hair Growth: Myths vs. Facts

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      Structure, Texture and chemical make up of Hair Quiz

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      The Science of Shampoo

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      Advanced Haircare Mastery

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      Shampooing and Conditioning

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      Life Cycle Quiz

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      The Science of Damage Presentation

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      Product Ingredient Analysis

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      Properties of the hair and scalp video overview

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      Properties of the Hair and Scalp Overview and Vocabulary

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      Properties of the hair and Scalp quiz

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      Hair and Scalp Disease and Disorder vocabulary

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      Hair & Scalp Disease and Disorders

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      Scalp Disease and Disorders Quiz

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      Welcoming the Guest

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      The Art of a Client Consultation

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      Consultation Tip Sheet and Scripts

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      The Stylist’s Toolkit: A Foundational Guide to Haircutting Implements

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      Tools of the Trade Quiz

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      Understanding Overdirection and elevation

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      Principles and Execution of the Blunt Haircut

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      Blunt Haircut Quiz

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      Blunt Haircut Practical Submission

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      The Long-Layered (180-Degree) Haircut Technique

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      Long Layer Quiz

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      Long-Layered (180-Degree) Haircut

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      Graduated Haircut

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      Graduated Haircut Quiz

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      Basic Clipper Cut

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      Fade on Straight Hair

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      Fade on Curly Hair

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      Fades Quiz

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      Round Brush & Flat Iron

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      Round Brush & Flat Iron Quiz

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      Assignment: Round Brush Blowout & Flat Iron Finish

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      Curling Short Relaxed Hair

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      Curling Short Relaxed hair Quiz

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      Hollywood Waves, Thermal Styling

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      Horizontal Finger Waves

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      Hollywood Waves Quiz

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      Enhancing Natural Curls

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      Enhancing Natural curls Quiz

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      Textured Hair Techniques

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      Textured Hair Techniques Quiz

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      Hair Alchemy- changing the chemical structure of hair

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      Extreme PH & Permanent Hair Bonds Podcast

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      PH & Permanent Bond Quiz

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      Virgin Hair Relaxer

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      Virgin Hair Relaxer Quiz

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      The Virtual Consultation Script

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      Soft Perm

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      Soft Perm Quiz

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      Single Process Color on Virgin Hair

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      Single Process Virgin Color Quiz

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      Assignment: Single Process Virgin Color Application

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      Color Melt

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      Color Melt Quiz

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      Assignment: Color Melt Application

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      Virgin Lightener

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      Virgin Lightner Quiz

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      Foil Highlighting

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      Chemical Procedures Final

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      Skin Structure and Growth Overview

    2. Architecture of Skin Free preview
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      Skin Structure and Growth, The biological Canvas

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      Disease and Disorder Overview

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      Skin structure and disease Quiz

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      Hair Removal Overview

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      Guide to Hair Removal

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      Hair Removal Quiz

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      Guide to Nail Anatomy

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      Nail Structure & Growth Overview

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      Nail Diseases and Disorders

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      Nail Diseases and Disorders Overview

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      Nail Structure and Diseases Quiz

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      State Law Information

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      State Law Quiz

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      Mock State Board Exam

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      Digital Portfolio & Career Readiness

Meet Your Instructor

About Your Instructor I believe experienced beauty professionals deserve the opportunity to refresh their skills, rebuild their confidence, and move forward with the knowledge they need to succeed. My name is Heidi Griffen, and I have dedicated my career to combining industry expertise with educational excellence. As a licensed cosmetologist, educator, curriculum specialist, and Education Director of JCRS Hair Academy, I bring more than 20 years of experience helping students and professionals develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed for success in the beauty industry. Expert Guidance Returning to the profession after years away can feel overwhelming. Techniques, regulations, products, and industry expectations continue to evolve. This program was designed to help you reconnect with the profession, review essential skills, and understand the why behind the techniques—not simply check off required hours. More Than a Refresher My goal is to provide you with meaningful learning experiences that connect theory to real-world salon practice. Through demonstrations, hands-on assignments, video submissions, and feedback, you will have opportunities to strengthen your skills and demonstrate your knowledge. Whether you are preparing to return to the salon, pursue your Connecticut license reinstatement, or simply want to feel confident in your professional abilities again, I am here to guide you through the process. Let's turn your refresher experience into a fresh start for your career.

Ready to Begin?

Ready to Begin? You’ve already built your skills and experience. Now it’s time to refresh, rebuild your confidence, and take the next step toward reinstating your Connecticut hairdressing license. Let’s get started!

$4,000.00

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