Meet Your Instructor


Hi, I'm Arlene.

I'm a licensed cosmetologist with over 30 years in the hair industry. I've been a salon owner, hair loss specialist and educator. I created A’s Hair Academy to help braiders turn their skills into income.

Inside the academy, you’ll learn how to:

• Start braiding professionally
• Understand sanitation and safety
• Attract paying clients
• Open your own braiding studio

Whether you're just getting started or ready to grow your business, these courses will guide you step-by-step.

If you want to start a hair braiding business or grow your braiding income, you're in the right place.

This Academy Is Perfect For:

✔ New braiders
✔ Braiders working from home
✔ Mobile braiders
✔ Braiders who want to open a studio
✔ Braiders ready to turn braiding into a business

At A’s Hair Academy, I teach braiders how to:

• Attract paying clients
• Systems to retain your clients
• Build a profitable braiding business

Whether you're brand new or already braiding, start with the course that fits your current level.


Step 1: Get Your 16-Hour Braiding Certificate

If your state requires training or you want to learn proper sanitation, safety, and braiding laws, start here.


➡ Florida 16 Hour Braiding Course
➡ Tennessee 16 Hour Braiding Course


This is a course that was approved by the Florida state board. The required course covers the health, safety, and legal rules every Florida hair braider should know. It is designed for braiders who want a strong foundation in professional standards.

What this course includes:

  • Health and safety guidelines
  • Legal requirements for hair braiders
  • Professional conduct and sanitation standards
  • Certificate of completion

📌 This course does not include hands-on braiding training.

👉 [Enroll in the Florida 16-Hour Course]

Step 2: Learn How to Start Your Braiding Business

Once you have your foundation, learn how to start making money braiding.

➡ How To Start Braiding With $20

Starting a hair braiding business with just $20.00 is not only possible but also an excellent example of how entrepreneurial spirit and creativity can turn a small investment into a thriving venture. With this small budget, you can purchase the basic supplies needed for hair braiding, such as a comb, hair ties, and some styling products, and start making money today! It's just that simple.


Why A’s Hair Academy


  • Braider-focused education
  • Clear, easy-to-follow lessons
  • Business and compliance guidance
  • Learn at your own pace
  • Lifetime access to purchased courses

A’s Hair Academy was created to support braiders beyond technique — with education that helps you build confidence, structure, and long-term success.

Step 3: Open Your Own Braiding Studio

Ready to go bigger?

➡ How To Open a Braiding Studio

In this course, you will receive step-by-step instructions, links, and personal advice needed to start your hair salon business.

You can use the same steps whether you are working out of your home, renting a booth, renting a Hair Studio, or opening your Hair Studio.

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Testimonials

Amazing course, very fast, detailed, and easy to understand.💗

-Candice M-

Thank you so much for equipping me for my future. Great course.

-Jarad R-