INTRODUCING THE
UNIVERSAL HAIRCUTTING METHOD
The only haircutting curriculum you will ever need.
About Contextual Salon Education™
We’re stylists who care about doing solid work and supporting each other as we grow.
At Contextual Salon Education™, we keep it real: strong technique, smart decisions, and shared language that actually makes sense behind the chair.
This isn’t about flashy trends or performative education. It’s about getting good at the basics, learning to think through the “why,” and building real skills you can use every day—with all hair types, all patterns, and all people.
Led by working stylists and backed by a full curriculum, our clinics are built for real life in the salon. Whether you're new, experienced, or somewhere in between, we’re here to help you sharpen your craft, build confidence, and connect with your community.
CSE CLINICS
These clinics are built to make you better—behind the chair and in how you think. They’re focused, practical, and all about real skills you can actually use.
Except for our virtual sessions, all clinics follow the same structure: Sunday is theory + demo (up to 30 spots), Monday is hands-on with live coaching (12 stylist spots max). Day 1 theory is ALWAYS required to attend ANY Hands-On portion.
We run these clinics on a rotating schedule. Next session dates drop in January.
Whether you're brushing up or building from scratch, we’ve got space for you.
THE
WASH + STYLE
CLINIC
Get grounded in the service that sets the tone for everything else.In this clinic, we break down the classic Wash & Style—from scalp to finish—for all textures and hair patterns. We’ll cover the industry myths, product knowledge, and ingredient insight you didn’t get in school, plus the real science behind cleansing, conditioning, detangling, and finishing.This is the foundational service that builds trust with clients and skill behind the chair. Let’s get it right.
Day 1 Theory- $65 4 Hours
Day 2 Hands-On-$179 6 Hours
THE UNIVERSAL HAIRCUTTING METHOD
CLINIC
A clear, adaptable system for cutting all hair types with confidence.This clinic teaches a structure-first approach to haircutting that works across all textures, densities, and curl patterns. You’ll learn how to see the head shape, section with intention, and make technical decisions that actually translate on the floor.We focus on control, clarity, and consistency—so you can cut with purpose instead of guessing your way through it.
Day 1 Theory- $199 6 Hours
Day 2 Hands-On-$349 7 Hours
THE UHM
SHORT HAIR
CLINIC
Taking the Universal Method into short shape territory.
This follow-up to the UHM clinic focuses on short cuts with intention and control—think pixies, crops, and fades that work with the client’s texture, not against it.
We’ll break down how to map, layer, and refine short shapes so they grow out clean and style with ease.
If short cuts have ever felt intimidating, this one’s for you.
Day 1 Theory- $199 6 Hours
Day 2 Hands-On-$349 7 Hours
THE COLOR JOURNEY
A VIRTUAL CLINIC
Real talk on color, chemistry, and client connection. In this virtual session, we cover foundational color theory through the lens of real salon life. From formulation to fabric, we’ll walk through common mistakes, break down chemistry myths, and offer demos that connect the dots. Bring your questions—this is a live Q&A with experienced colorists who’ve been where you are.
1 Session - $40 3 Hours
Hello!
Meet The CSE Education Team
Fern, Heather, and Hawnbee (Mel) are the working stylists behind every CSE clinic. They lead with real-world experience, breaking down technique, theory, and product know-how so you can level up your craft. Think of them as your peers in the salon—here to guide, challenge, and inspire you every step of the way.
