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The Extensionist Collective
The UK's first extensions & education community has arrived
Education
Your next level starts here.
Become certified
Our hands-on training is designed to give you the skills, confidence, and knowledge you need to grow your business and stand apart in the industry.
- 800+
- Students certified
- 300+
- Courses delivered
- 15+
- Years experience
Master professional application
Learn the techniques that deliver real, repeatable results — for comfort, longevity and bespoke client outcomes.
Train with an industry expert
Lenka Reading brings 15 years of hands-on experience and has certified over 800 stylists across the UK and beyond.
Leave with a professional kit
Every course includes a complete professional kit and exclusive TEC insider manual — everything you need to walk straight into your first appointment.
In-Salon Training
Bespoke in-salon training.
Boost your salon's skills and confidence with a full-day, hands-on training experience for up to 8 stylists. Your team will learn multiple techniques and methods in a practical, engaging environment designed to enhance expertise, increase service offerings, and motivate staff to perform at their best.
Train your salon teamEducation Programme
Seven modules.
One day.
- 01.
Professional Practice & Extensionist Responsibilities
- 02.
Consultation & Contraindications
- 03.
Hair Knowledge & Colour Matching
- 04.
Practical Application & Bespoke Results
- 05.
Cutting, Styling & Problem Solving
- 06.
Building Your Business, Pricing & Brand Essentials
- 07.
Kick Start Your Business
Course Calendar
Course dates
Master practical skills that deliver real results. Receive your complete training kit and tools, unlock insider knowledge through the exclusive TEC Manual, and leave with the confidence, expertise, and credentials that come with becoming TEC Certified.
- AUG032027
Masterclass · Tuesday
Signature Tape & Weft
Manchester
- AUG242027
Masterclass · Tuesday
Signature Tape & Weft
Manchester
- SEPT142027
Masterclass · Tuesday
Signature Tape & Weft
London
- SEPT212027
Masterclass · Tuesday
Signature Tape & Weft
Manchester
- OCT122027
Masterclass · Tuesday
Signature Tape & Weft
Manchester
Meet your educator
Lenka ReadingIndustry Recognized Educator
Lenka is a qualified educator across all extension methods, with hosted masterclasses alongside global celebrity stylists and leading industry brands. She has trained everyone from solo stylists to salon teams of thirty students.
- 15+
- Years Experience
- 800+
- Certified Students
- 300+
- Courses Delivered
The Waitlist
Your next level starts here.
Join the founding waitlist for early access to pilot dates, salon team rates and the official launch in three months.
- Priority access to pilot masterclasses
- Founding-member salon team pricing
- Invitation to the official launch event