Education

The Cornerstone of PSC

At PSC, education is one of our core values, reflected in our state-of-the-art education theater and academy. These spaces embody our commitment to the professional growth and artistry of every hairdresser we support.

When you join us for education, you’ll learn from today’s leading artists, experiencing a day filled with inspiration, challenges, and a touch of pampering.

We are always looking for talented hairdressers who want to share their passion as a hairdresser and become a PSC educator. Our educators are talented and dedicated professionals who have the passion to inspire creativity and helping other hairdressers succeed. In return, educators sharpen their own skills and excel behind the chair.

Theater

Academy

Model Prep

In-Salon Education

To enhance the value we provide, we also offer in-salon education to our partner salons committed to PSC, bringing training directly to your team.

Schedule & Flyers

Explore our Education Dropbox which includes our 2025 Education Schedule along with event flyers by brand.

PSC Plus

Enjoy personalized one-on-one coaching with your Salon Consultant, who serves as a direct conduit for Terri and Steve’s vision and expertise. Stay ahead with our bi-monthly business topics that offer actionable insights to inspire growth.

Upcoming events

*Virtual attendance available for all Knowledge Labs and Demos.

September

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PSC
Paul Mitchell
Davines
milk_shake pro
DEPOT
Babe
evo
Sunlights
epres

evo™ Unplugged (General Admission)

September 28

5:00pm – 8:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $99 | 3 CE Hours

Location: 1163 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608

evo unplugged is a no-fluff, full-flavor experience where you’ll connect with evo’s top talent for an evening of inspiration, education, and unapologetic honesty. You’ll see live demos, explore trend-forward cutting and coloring, and dive into evo’s product arsenal in a way that makes sense behind the chair.

evo™ Unplugged (VIP)

September 28

5:00pm – 8:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $150 | 3 CE Hours

Location: 1163 W 18th St, Chicago, IL 60608

Davines Discover Beautiful Things

September 29

10:00am – 11:00am CST

Look & Learn: $25 | 1 CE Hours

Location: Virtual

Discover the NEW Davines’ hair-restoring and detoxifying service for all lightened or colour treated hair. Experience the latest innovation from Davines with a transformative 3-step system designed to neutralize, clarify, and restore hair for healthier, longer-lasting color results.

epres™ Bonding & Cutting (Full Day)

September 29

10:00am – 3:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $60 | 4 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Watch Chrissy Collins demonstrate trendsetting, and healthy blonding, toning and cutting technique on curly hair. Chrissy will be doing lightening and toning in the morning session and will create a complimentary cut in the afternoon. Come to one half of the program or stay for both and save!

epres™ Bonding & Cutting (Blonding)

September 29

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $40 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

epres™ Bonding & Cutting (Cutting)

September 29

1:00pm – 3:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $40 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

evo™ Bottle Blonde Knowledge Lab

September 29

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

This knowledge lab is designed to give you a deep understanding of evo’s professional lightening system—created for maximum lift with minimum damage and full creative freedom.

October

All
PSC
Paul Mitchell
Davines
milk_shake pro
DEPOT
Babe
evo
Sunlights

Davines A New Colour Knowledge Lab

October 6

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Discover the science, sustainability, and artistry behind A New Colour, Davines’ gentle, ammonia-free coloring system designed for holistic beauty professionals. This knowledge lab dives deep into the philosophy and performance of A New Colour, empowering you to create rich, customizable results with the health of the hair—and the planet—in mind.

Paul Mitchell® The Demi Knowledge Lab

October 13

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Take your color services to the next level with The Demi from JPMS. In this knowledge lab class, we’ll break down the how, why, and when of using The Demi to achieve predictable, beautiful results every time.

Davines Color Demo

October 15

9:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 3 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Discover the art of mindful coloring with Davines in this inspiring color demonstration. Rooted in innovation and guided by nature, Davines color systems deliver rich results, exceptional condition, and uncompromising care for both hair and planet.

Knowledge Destroys Fear SOLD OUT

October 19

9:00am – 4:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $200 | 6 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Knowledge Destroys Fear takes a fundamental approach to the craft of haircutting. this hands on class with DJ Muldoon will help you simplify your favourite haircuts in a ‘work smarter not harder’ mindset. Focusing on the what, why, how, when, and what if of haircutting, this class will give you the ability to create and manipulate hair into multiple looks.

Knowledge Destroys Fear SOLD OUT

October 20

9:00am – 4:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $200 | 6 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

milk_shake® smoothies Knowledge Lab

October 20

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Perfect for toning, refreshing, or enhancing natural color, smoothies are as gentle as they are effective. In this class, you’ll dive into the unique qualities that make Smoothies a go-to for healthy, vibrant color services your clients will crave.

Davines Discover Beautiful Things

October 21

9:00am – 10:00am CST

Look & Learn: $25 | 1 CE Hours

Location: Virtual

Davines Naturaltech

October 27

9:00am – 4:00pm CST

Workshop: $100 | 6 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Step into the world of Naturaltech—Davines’ targeted treatment system designed to restore balance to the scalp and hair using high-performance botanicals and advanced science. In this immersive, hands-on class, you’ll not only learn about the Naturaltech families, but experience them firsthand by performing treatments on each other.

evo™ demi-permanent gloss Knowledge Lab

October 27

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Get to know hueverse demi-gloss—evo’s ammonia-free, liquid demi that tones, refreshes, and enhances with zero lift and 100% style. This product knowledge class gives you the lowdown on how to use demi-gloss color that’s as smart, simple, and sustainable as it is stunning.

November

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PSC
Paul Mitchell
Davines
milk_shake pro
DEPOT
Babe
evo
Sunlights

Coaches Clinic

November 3

9:00am – 5:00pm CST

Workshop: $215 | 7 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Coaches Clinic is designed to shift your mindset from emotional hesitation to strategic action. This session will guide you in building a clear, objective system for improvement—so you can coach with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

Davines The Present Time Knowledge Lab

November 3

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

In this knowledge lab, you’ll explore the unique philosophy and technology behind The Present Time Color, and discover how it allows you to create stunning, customized results—while prioritizing hair health, scalp comfort, and environmental responsibility.

Curls, Waves, & Confidence

November 9

10:00am – 1:00pm EST

Look & Learn: $75 | 3 CE Hours

Location: 734 West Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN 46802

You’ll gain a deeper understanding of texture and how to care for a variety of hair types. We’ll explore the process of cutting curly and wavy hair in detail, including how to determine whether a curly cut or non-curly cut is best for your guest.

Davines Red Lab

November 10

9:00am – 5:00pm CST

Workshop: $200 | 6 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Dive into the bold, expressive world of reds in Davines Red Lab—a creative color experience designed for the seasoned colorist. This advanced course explores the full spectrum of red shades available within the Davines color portfolio, including A New Colour, Mask with Vibrachrom, The Present Time and View.

Paul Mitchell® Lightening & Colorways Knowledge Lab

November 10

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Unlock the full potential of the JPMS® Lighteners and Colorways with this product knowledge class designed to empower your color services from start to finish. Whether you’re creating clean, healthy lift or vibrant creative tones, this session explores how the JPMS® portfolio delivers reliable, customizable results for every canvas.

evo™ Color Demo

November 12

9:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 3 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Join us for a no-fluff, all-facts evo™ color demo—where high-performance color meets unapologetic simplicity. This session showcases the versatility of the evo™ hueverse color system, including permanent, demi-permanent, and lightening solutions that are kind to hair, humans, and the planet.

milk_shake® 9 minutes color Knowledge Lab

November 17

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

This knowledge lab is designed to introduce you to the science, efficiency, and stunning results behind the 9 Minutes line, while helping you integrate this time-saving solution into your everyday color services.

evo™ Staino Knowledge Lab

November 24

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Welcome to evo staino—where bold, brilliant color meets high-performance conditioning and creative freedom. This knowledge lab dives deep into evo’s professional direct dye system, built for intense vibrancy, high fade-resistance, and ultra-conditioning results.

December

All
PSC
Paul Mitchell
Davines
milk_shake pro
DEPOT
Babe
evo
Sunlights

Davines Finest Pigments & Alchemic Virtual Knowledge Lab

December 1

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Virtual

This virtual class dives into the unique world of Finest Pigments—Davines’ gentle, ammonia-free direct color line—and the iconic Alchemic system, designed to enhance and maintain color vibrancy. Learn how to customize color services, tone and refresh effortlessly, and recommend the perfect take-home products for ongoing hair care and maintenance.

Paul Mitchell® The Color & Colorways Virtual Knowledge Lab

December 8

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Virtual

Discover the power, performance, and predictability of Paul Mitchell® The Color and Color 10 in this essential product knowledge class. Whether you’re a seasoned colorist or new to the brand, this class will deepen your understanding and enhance your confidence behind the chair.

Babe™ Fusion Demo

December 10

9:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 3 CE Hours

Location: Joliet, IL

Discover the art of seamless, long-lasting hair transformations with Babe Hair Extensions’ Fusion Method. This demo is your opportunity to see the fusion technique in action—perfect for stylists interested in offering clients durable, natural-looking volume, length, and color without commitment.

milk_shake® Creative Color Virtual Knowledge Lab

December 15

10:00am – 12:00pm CST

Look & Learn: $30 | 2 CE Hours

Location: Virtual

This class is designed to give you the confidence and creativity to use Creative Color in bold or subtle ways, whether you’re creating fashion-forward looks or enhancing natural tones.

Registration policy

PSC accepts Visa, Mastercard, Discover and American Express. If you choose to pay by check or cash, payment must be received by the scheduled due date. If payment is not received by scheduled date, PSC has the right to cancel your seat. For any seat, payment is due in full 30 days prior to the scheduled event date and is non-refundable once payment is due. If you are unable to attend an event, payment is fully refundable up to 30 days prior to event.