Where Healthy Hair Meets Big Dreams
Get certified in the 12-step Pressed Roots method—the industry’s most trusted blowout system for textured hair. This 3-day hands-on course is built for licensed stylists ready to grow their skills, elevate their income, and serve their clients better.
A COURSE DESIGNED FOR US
Too many stylists were never taught how to care for textured hair. We’re changing that—one certification at a time.
You’ll Leave This Course With:
Mastery of the full 12-step Pressed Roots Method
Science-backed knowledge of textured hair care
Confidence in cutting, styling, and blowing out all textures
Real client experience & supportive feedback
A resume-boosting, career-elevating certification
“I created Pressed Roots for me and every woman who’s ever walked into a salon and felt misunderstood. We believe textured hair deserves luxury—and the stylists who care for it deserve the training to deliver it.”
— PIERSTEN GAINES, FOUNDER & CEO
HANDS-ON, IN PERSON TRAINING
3-Day Course
Cost: $500
Full Refund if hired and employed by Pressed Roots for 90 days
Who It’s For: Licensed cosmetologists looking for textured hair training and to become Pressed Roots method certified.
NOT JUST A CERTIFICATION - A CAREER UPGRADE
Why Silk Blowout Academy
Pressed Roots is the first silk blowout bar dedicated exclusively to textured hair. Our method, developed by experts, ensures silk press results with minimal heat and maximum care.
We’re serious about:
Healthy hair, not just temporary results
Protecting the integrity of every curl, coil, and strand
Creating a luxury experience—for both clients and stylists
Empowering Black and Brown stylists to earn more with less burnout
What Stylists Are Saying
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Trainers who level you up
“These trainers did not come to play. They sharpened every skill—from smoothing edges to perfect parting—and made sure we mastered the method.”
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Best training I’ve ever had
“That was the best training I’ve ever experienced. Every step was clear, fun, and left me totally confident to press guests on day one.”
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Everything was amazing
“Everything was amazing! The trainers broke it all down, cheered us on, and I walked out feeling like a textured-hair pro.”
A COURSE DESIGNED FOR US
How to Get Started
1. Apply Online. Submit your info—must be a licensed cosmetologist.
2. Reserve Your Spot. Pay $500 to lock in your cohort.
3. Complete the 3-Day Training. Show up, dive in, and get ready to level up.
4. Pass Your Certification. Score 95+ across assessments.
5. Get Hired. Get Refunded. Work 90 days at Pressed Roots and your course is on us.
FAQ
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Yes. This course is exclusively for licensed cosmetologists. License number will be confirmed by our team following registration. If there is any issue with the license, a team member will reach out and a full refund will be issued.
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No problem—you’ll have the chance to go through another certification course free of charge, within 90 days.
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You can cancel your enrollment for a full refund up to 5 days before your course start date. Within 5 days of the course, no refunds will be issued.
In the case of a personal emergency, we’ll review reschedule requests on a case-by-case basis and may allow a one-time transfer to a future cohort.
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Certification locations rotate between Pressed Roots salons in Dallas and Houston. Info provided after acceptance.
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