Foundation Course for Beginners: Classic Lashes

Learn the fundamentals of classic lash application with our accredited foundation course. Designed for beginners, this training provides the essential skills, theory, and hands-on practice needed to start your career as a lash technician.

About the course

To build a strong career it is vital to have a solid foundation. This course is designed for beginners and is the first course that you need to take in order to become a lash technician. The course covers all the basics of eyelash extensions procedures, health and safety to help you start your business. On this course you will learn how to safely apply one eyelash extension onto one natural lash.

Group classes are kept small (2–3 students) to maximise your learning experience and ensure that each student gets enough time with the teacher during practical part.

Training options

Option one: 1 day training (10 am – 6 pm)

Theory and practice on live model.

Option two: 2 days training (10 am – 4 pm)

Day 1: 10 am – 4 pm theory and practice on doll head.
Day 2: 10 am – 4 pm practice on real model and business advice.

Please note: You will be required to bring your own model. If you travel or you are unable to bring a model we can try to help but please be aware that this will incur an additional £50 fee. Please let us know at least 7 days prior to training day.

Contents of the course

  • Health and safety
  • Contraindications
  • Materials and equipment
  • Types of extensions (curl, thickness, length)
  • How to choose the extensions for a safe application
  • Mapping and styling
  • Preparation of the natural lashes
  • How to work with adhesive
  • Patch testing
  • Irritation and allergic reaction
  • Best practices for retention
  • Taping
  • Eyelash application
  • Direction and hand position
  • Stickies
  • Work with doll head vs work with client
  • Aftercare
  • Product knowledge
  • Portfolio
  • Business advice, pricing
Close-up of classic eyelash extensions applied to natural lashes during beginner training course

Why this course?

You will also receive:

  • 10% student discount on The Lash Box Shop
  • Training manual
  • Lunch/refreshments on the day
  • 10% discount for future trainings with us
  • 10% discount for ABT insurance
  • Lifetime support from our trainer

Accredited certificate

Please note: Certificate is awarded upon the successful completion of 3 case studies and exam.

Prices and booking

  • 1 day training – £450
  • 2 days training – £850
  • Includes  a starter kit worth over £129

(Deposit of £200 required at booking, final payment due 7 days before start date)

We also offer this course as a VIP one-to-one session for £699 (one day training) or £999 (two days training) which includes the starter kit. If you would like a one-to-one session please contact us.

Please select your dates on the booking page, if you require different dates please get in touch.

Request your training date

Please complete the booking request form on this page with your details and preferred training date.
Once we receive your request, we will contact you to confirm availability and finalise your booking.

By submitting a request, you confirm that you have read and agree to our cancellation policy, which can be found here.