MENTOR PROGRAM
2026 YEARLY HANDS ON EDUCATION
OVERVIEW
The DCI Mentor Program is not an entry-level course. It is designed for hairdressers who feel ready to move beyond simply doing the work and stepping into a deeper conscious understanding of who they are and who they wish to become.
In 2026, the Mentor Program enters a defining new chapter, grounded in the principle of identity. Every cutting technique is taught with purpose, intention, and point of view, allowing hairdressers to develop work that feels distinct, considered, and unmistakably their own.
The program focus for 2026 spans long and medium lengths, with a deliberate emphasis on shorter hair, re-establishing the master cutter approach as the benchmark for modern, sustainable hairdressing. This direction builds calm confidence and technical authority through refined, high-level shapes that naturally attract new clients and foster long-term loyalty.
Our cutting approach is designed to work with every face shape and bone structure, so your work creates real, visible change your clients can see and feel immediately. This builds confidence in you, strengthens the client connection, and earns long-term trust.
We don’t just show you what to cut, we teach you why each decision matters and how to repeat it consistently. Every step is shared, giving you a clear framework that makes your work personal, confident, and very hard for others to copy.
When you understand the reasoning behind your cuts, you stop guessing and start cutting with clarity, purpose, and intention, every time.
The DCI Mentor Program supports hairdressers through sustained self-belief, leadership, and excellence over time.
This is mentorship for those ready to raise the standard of the industry and be recognised for it.
PROGRAM OUTLINE
Click Here To View Mentor Program Curriculum
HIGHLY RECOMMENDED FOR
Hairdressers looking for inspiration & a fresh new direction in cutting hair
FORMAT
Practical Hands On Workshop
DURATION
10 x 3 hour workshops throughout the year over 5 days
AFTER CARE
We are pleased to offer everyone participating in the Mentor Program exclusive, complimentary access to the Mentor Online Program via our website. (Totally complimentary)
Each month the technique you have learnt will be available online via a step by step video. This will help cement your learning’s and help you stay on track in between each session, ensuring you stay on your path. You have access to this content via any device such as, Computer, Tablet, Phone, iPad, iPhone to watch anywhere, anytime.
The DCI Mentor Program content will include:
- Step by step videos of each technique taught.
- Step by step images of each technique taught.
If you can’t make a Face To Face Program consider subscribing to the DCI Online Library. Details and to join HERE
INVESTMENT PLANS
- Investment plan per person $2450.00+ gst – Payment plans are available: 10 x monthly payments of $245 + gst each month.
- Upfront Investment of $2,327.50 + gst per person. (A 5% discount is given if booked and paid prior to first class date of the year)
2026 SYDNEY MENTOR PROGRAM
| Module 1 March 23 |
Module 2 March 23 |
Module 3 May 18 |
Module 4 May 18 |
Module 5 June 29 |
| 9.30am – 12.30pm | 1.30pm – 4.30pm | 9.30am – 12.30pm | 1.30pm – 4.30pm | 9.30am – 12.30pm |
| Module 6 June 29 |
Module 7 August 31 |
Module 8 August 31 |
Module 9 October 19 |
Module 10 October 19 |
| 1.30pm – 4.30pm | 9.30am – 12.30pm | 1.30pm – 4.30pm | 9.30am – 12.30pm | 1.30pm – 4.30pm |
2026 BRISBANE MENTOR PROGRAM
| Module 1 April 13 |
Module 2 April 13 |
Module 3 June 1 |
Module 4 June 1 |
Module 5 July 13 |
| 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm |
| Module 6 July 13 |
Module 7 September 14 |
Module 8 September 14 |
Module 9 November 2 |
Module 10 November 2 |
| 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm |
2026 NEWCASTLE MENTOR PROGRAM
| Module 1 April 20 |
Module 2 April 20 |
Module 3 June 15 |
Module 4 June 15 |
Module 5 July 20 |
| 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm |
| Module 6 July 20 |
Module 7 September 21 |
Module 8 September 21 |
Module 9 November 9 |
Module 10 November 9 |
| 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm |
2026 MELBOURNE MENTOR PROGRAM
| Module 1 March 30 |
Module 2 March 30 |
Module 3 May 25 |
Module 4 May 25 |
Module 5 July 6 |
| 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm |
| Module 6 July 6 |
Module 7 September 7 |
Module 8 September 7 |
Module 9 October 26 |
Module 10 October 26 |
| 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm |
2026 PERTH MENTOR PROGRAM
| Module 1 March 31 |
Module 2 March 31 |
Module 3 May 26 |
Module 4 May 26 |
Module 5 July 7 |
| 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm |
| Module 6 July 7 |
Module 7 September 8 |
Module 8 September 8 |
Module 9 October 27 |
Module 10 october 27 |
| 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm |
2026 CANBERRA MENTOR PROGRAM
| Module 1 March 17 |
Module 2 March 17 |
Module 3 May 12 |
Module 4 May 12 |
Module 5 June 23 |
| 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm |
| Module 6 June 23 |
Module 7 August 25 |
Module 8 August 25 |
Module 9 October 13 |
Module 10 October 13 |
| 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm | 10am – 1pm | 2pm – 5pm |
* Dates and times may be changed with notice.
CONTACT
1 DAY COURSES
BUILD Cutting Workshop
GROW Cutting Workshop
THRIVE Cutting Workshop
CONSULT Workshop
IN SALON
SEMINARS
YEARLY PROGRAMS
Elevate Program
Mentor Program
ONLINE LEARNING
Streaming DCI Library
Members Login
SCHOLARSHIP
Hair Heroes Scholarship
How to Enter your Submission
Enter your Submission
DCI EDUCATION
Sydney Australia
Phone: +61 2 9380 2217
Email: mail@dcieducation.com
Phone: +61 2 9380 2217
