Free courses that everyone should take!
Staying educated as a beauty professional isn’t optional—it’s essential. New hygiene standards, social media trends, product innovations, and business tools keep changing.
Every time you learn something new, you’re strengthening your reputation, improving client trust, and growing your income. Treat these free courses as smart investments in your future.
Round up list of freebies
🧼 Free Courses on Sanitation & Safety
BARBICIDE® Certification
Learn proper salon disinfection and infection control. Printable certificate included.
Take the course →
Milady RISE: Client Well-Being & Safety
Covers infection control, domestic violence, and human-trafficking awareness.
Start learning →
WHO Hand Hygiene Training
Short modules that teach global hygiene standards and infection prevention.
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IPAC Canada Hand Hygiene E-Learning
Canadian-approved course on hand hygiene with printable certificate.
Take it here →
Nova Scotia Cosmetology Association – Workplace Health & Safety
Free e-courses for salon safety, infection prevention, and client protection.
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WHO IPC Training Tools
Comprehensive infection prevention and control resources for health and beauty pros.
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🤝 Client Care & Conflict Management courses for beauty businesses
Conflict Resolution Skills (Coursera)
Learn to calmly handle client complaints and awkward service moments.
Enroll free →
Customer Service Fundamentals (Coursera)
Develop empathy, patience, and problem-solving skills for client care.
Audit for free →
Managing Conflict (Coursera)
Understand client personalities and reduce workplace tension.
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OpenLearn – Understanding Your Customers
Short course on reading customer needs and delivering better service.
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🌟 Product & Brand Education Courses
Dermalogica PRO / SkinStudy
Free training on skin analysis, product use, and treatment results.
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Skin Script RX – Classes & Events
Free webinars on professional skincare products and protocols.
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Starpil University – Free Waxing Modules
Learn proper technique, speed waxing, and skin basics.
Go to Starpil University →
Bushbalm PRO Hub
Body and bikini skincare training with business support materials.
Visit Bushbalm PRO →
Esthetics Plus (Canada)
Canadian skincare webinars and live training for pros.
Register free →
Wella Education – Virtual Classroom
Free and live classes on color, care, and professional products.
Join sessions →
Redken Education
Free digital lessons, events, and tutorials for stylists.
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OPI Service Education
Learn nail prep, sanitation, and polish systems for pros.
Get started →
Phorest Salon & Spa Education Hub (Canada + U.S.)
Access free webinars, guides, and templates for beauty businesses.
Visit resources →
📊 Beauty Business & Marketing for Beauty Business Pros
Google Digital Garage – Fundamentals of Digital Marketing
Step-by-step lessons to get your salon found online.
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Pinterest Academy
Free visual marketing training to promote your spa or studio.
Start here →
Meta Blueprint
Learn how to grow your business on Facebook and Instagram.
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HubSpot Academy
Free email, content, and social media strategy courses.
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TikTok Academy
Learn how to use video to attract new clients.
Take training →
Shopify Academy
Learn to set up retail or online booking through Shopify.
Learn more →
Google Skillshop
Certifications for Google Ads, Analytics, and Business Profile.
Visit Skillshop →
Imaginal Marketing – Free Salon Business Workshops
Free online classes on social media, branding, and new-client attraction.
Join workshop →
Salon.Marketing – Free Digital Marketing Guide
Downloadable guide with practical ideas for salon promotions.
Download guide →
Sunny Storm Marketing Blog
Learn 20 practical beauty-business marketing hacks.
Read article →
💼 Small Business Essentials Courses
SBA Learning Center
Free U.S. small-business courses on planning, funding, and operations.
Start learning →
SCORE Webinars
Free mentoring and recorded sessions for entrepreneurs.
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IRS Virtual Tax Workshop
Understand how to handle small-business taxes easily.
Take workshop →
OpenLearn – Entrepreneurship: From Ideas to Reality
Free course on starting and running your own business.
Join course →
Phorest – Client Retention Webinars
Strategies and automation tips for keeping your books full.
Watch webinar →
Schedulicity – Free Cosmetology Classes List
Roundup of free courses in beauty, nails, and business.
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Cursa – Free Online Aesthetic Courses
International site with esthetic, waxing, and nail courses.
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🇨🇦 Canadian Training & Industry Resources Courses for Beauty Businesses
Esthetics Plus (Canada)
Free online and live professional skincare sessions.
Join sessions →
Phorest (Canada)
Marketing tools, webinars, and salon business guides.
Access resources →
Smart Start Consulting – Free Esthetics Manuals
Download Canadian-based esthetics guides and technical training manuals.
Download manuals →
Nova Scotia Cosmetology Association – Safety Training
Free e-learning programs for infection control and safe salon practices.
Access →
Shopify Blog (Canada)
Practical marketing advice for Canadian salon owners.
Read guide →
Where to find Free Courses
You can find free courses for beauty professionals through a mix of industry brands, government programs, and online learning platforms.
Many top beauty companies—like Dermalogica, Starpil, and Bushbalm—offer free product or technique training on their websites.
Business and marketing platforms such as Google Digital Garage, Meta Blueprint, and Pinterest Academy teach how to grow your salon online.
Canadian resources like Esthetics Plus and Phorest also host free webinars and certification-style workshops for salon owners.
New free courses are added often for waxing, skincare, and business growth. Bookmark this page to keep your skills fresh and your business ahead.
