[ { "id": "CPA-001", "slug": "foundations-cold-process", "title": "Foundations of Cold Process Soap", "level": "Beginner", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 8, "price": 129, "rating": 4.8, "tags": ["cold process", "safety", "trace", "molds", "basics"], "short": "Master lye safety, accurate weighing, and trace control for reliable cold process batches.", "description": "Step-by-step training covering preparation, lye solution creation, emulsion, trace recognition, and curing. Includes SOPs, checklists, and troubleshooting.", "syllabus": ["Studio setup and PPE", "Lye solution and temperatures", "Emulsion and trace", "Pouring and molding", "Curing and storage", "Troubleshooting"], "includes": ["Safety SOP", "Batch log template", "Supplier list"] }, { "id": "CPA-002", "slug": "advanced-swirls", "title": "Advanced Swirl Techniques", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Live online", "duration_hours": 6, "price": 179, "rating": 4.7, "tags": ["design", "swirls", "colorants", "fluidity", "aesthetics"], "short": "Create consistent, high-contrast swirls with controlled batter fluidity.", "description": "Learn wall-hanger techniques like Taiwan, Hanger, and In-the-Pot swirls with set-time mapping and color separation strategies.", "syllabus": ["Swirl theory", "Fluid trace windows", "Color dispersions", "Tooling and pours", "Practice lab"], "includes": ["Design planner", "Pour sequence cards", "Critique session"] }, { "id": "CPA-003", "slug": "botanical-infusions", "title": "Botanical Additives and Infusions", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 5, "price": 149, "rating": 4.6, "tags": ["botanicals", "infusions", "oils", "teas", "sustainability"], "short": "Use botanicals responsibly: oil infusions, teas, and macerations for subtle benefits.", "description": "Explore stability, filtration, and discoloration risks. Build dependable infusion protocols and substitution matrices.", "syllabus": ["Botanical selection", "Infusion math", "Filtration", "Color shifts", "Shelf life"], "includes": ["Infusion workbook", "Supplier matrix"] }, { "id": "CPA-004", "slug": "essential-oil-blending", "title": "Essential Oil Blending for Soap", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 4, "price": 139, "rating": 4.7, "tags": ["essential oils", "fragrance", "IFRA", "notes", "scent architecture"], "short": "Design aromatic profiles that endure saponification with IFRA-aware limits.", "description": "Map top, heart, and base notes to create balanced accords that remain after cure. Includes reference charts.", "syllabus": ["Volatility and anchors", "Accord building", "IFRA guidance", "Testing in CP/HP"], "includes": ["Load calculator", "Blotter log"] }, { "id": "CPA-005", "slug": "lye-safety-masterclass", "title": "Lye Safety Masterclass", "level": "Beginner", "format": "Live online", "duration_hours": 3, "price": 89, "rating": 4.9, "tags": ["safety", "lye", "PPE", "procedures"], "short": "The non-negotiables of safe handling, mixing, and neutralization with lye.", "description": "Work through hazard controls, emergency procedures, and proper storage with instructor Q&A.", "syllabus": ["PPE and setup", "Mixing protocols", "Spill response", "Storage and labeling"], "includes": ["Safety SOP", "Incident checklist"] }, { "id": "CPA-006", "slug": "zero-waste-soapmaking", "title": "Zero Waste Soapmaking", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 5, "price": 129, "rating": 4.5, "tags": ["sustainability", "recycling", "rebatch", "economy"], "short": "Reduce waste with rebatching, trim use, and smart procurement.", "description": "Design for minimal offcuts, optimize yields, and evaluate packaging impact with life-cycle thinking.", "syllabus": ["Yield math", "Rebatch techniques", "Trim strategies", "Packaging choices"], "includes": ["Yield calculator", "Supplier checklist"] }, { "id": "CPA-007", "slug": "artisan-design-mastery", "title": "Artisan Design Mastery", "level": "Advanced", "format": "In-studio", "duration_hours": 10, "price": 399, "rating": 4.8, "tags": ["design", "advanced", "layers", "textures"], "short": "Architect layered bars with precision: lines, embeds, and sculpted textures.", "description": "Hands-on build of complex forms with thermal management for clean edges and adhesion.", "syllabus": ["Layer adhesion", "Embed placement", "Texture tools", "Finishing"], "includes": ["Studio lab time", "Critique panel"] }, { "id": "CPA-008", "slug": "hot-process-intensive", "title": "Hot Process Intensive", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 6, "price": 159, "rating": 4.6, "tags": ["hot process", "design", "fluid HP", "colorants"], "short": "Control gel and fluidity in hot process for smoother design outcomes.", "description": "Master heat curves, lather optimization, and color techniques adapted for HP.", "syllabus": ["HP phases", "Fluid HP methods", "Color in HP", "Finishing HP bars"], "includes": ["Process charts", "Troubleshooting guide"] }, { "id": "CPA-009", "slug": "transparent-glycerin-soap", "title": "Transparent Glycerin Soap Lab", "level": "Advanced", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 7, "price": 189, "rating": 4.6, "tags": ["glycerin", "solvents", "clarity", "advanced"], "short": "Formulate high-clarity transparent soap with balanced solvents.", "description": "Blend high-solvent systems for clarity while maintaining mildness. Test and tune transparency vs. hardness.", "syllabus": ["Solvent systems", "Clarity metrics", "Firmness tuning", "Scenting and coloring"], "includes": ["Formulation workbook", "Test templates"] }, { "id": "CPA-010", "slug": "salt-and-spa-bars", "title": "Salt Bars and Spa Bars", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Live online", "duration_hours": 4, "price": 149, "rating": 4.6, "tags": ["salt bars", "spa", "exfoliation", "curing"], "short": "Design dense salt bars and spa blends with proper timing and cut.", "description": "Learn pour windows, cutting strategies, and oil balances for comfort and longevity.", "syllabus": ["Salt percentages", "Timing and cut", "Oil choices", "Cure management"], "includes": ["Cut timing guide", "Supplier list"] }, { "id": "CPA-011", "slug": "milk-and-honey-soaps", "title": "Milk and Honey Soaps", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 5, "price": 149, "rating": 4.7, "tags": ["milk", "honey", "temperature", "gentle"], "short": "Integrate dairy and sugars with careful temperature control.", "description": "Prevent scorching and overheating; achieve gentle bars with balanced sugars.", "syllabus": ["Milk handling", "Temperature maps", "Sugar loads", "Color management"], "includes": ["Temperature planner", "Recipe cards"] }, { "id": "CPA-012", "slug": "charcoal-and-clay", "title": "Charcoal and Clay Detox Bars", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 4, "price": 139, "rating": 4.5, "tags": ["charcoal", "clay", "additives", "colorants"], "short": "Balance absorbent additives without compromising lather.", "description": "Dose clays and charcoal responsibly, disperse evenly, and avoid crumbling.", "syllabus": ["Additive properties", "Dispersion", "Stability checks", "Finish and feel"], "includes": ["Dosage table", "Testing worksheet"] }, { "id": "CPA-013", "slug": "natural-colorants", "title": "Natural Colorants in Soap", "level": "Beginner", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 4, "price": 119, "rating": 4.5, "tags": ["colorants", "natural", "micas", "oxides"], "short": "Use plant and mineral colorants with repeatable results.", "description": "Understand stability, pre‑dispersion, and cure shift so colors stay true.", "syllabus": ["Colorant types", "Pre‑dispersion", "Cure shifts", "Design tips"], "includes": ["Color reference", "Swatch log"] }, { "id": "CPA-014", "slug": "holiday-soaps", "title": "Seasonal and Holiday Soaps", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Live online", "duration_hours": 4, "price": 139, "rating": 4.6, "tags": ["seasonal", "design", "scent blends", "production"], "short": "Plan seasonal releases with consistent timelines and aesthetics.", "description": "Develop cohesive collections, schedule curing, and manage small‑batch production.", "syllabus": ["Concept boards", "Production plan", "Collection cohesion", "Labeling basics"], "includes": ["Release planner", "Photo checklist"] }, { "id": "CPA-015", "slug": "shampoo-bars", "title": "Solid Shampoo Bars", "level": "Advanced", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 6, "price": 189, "rating": 4.4, "tags": ["shampoo bars", "surfactants", "conditioning", "pH"], "short": "Formulate gentle, effective solid shampoo bars with proper pH and conditioning.", "description": "Cover surfactant systems, additives, and bar hardness for balanced cleansing.", "syllabus": ["Surfactant selection", "Conditioning agents", "pH and testing", "Molding and curing"], "includes": ["Formulation workbook", "Supplier list"] }, { "id": "CPA-016", "slug": "business-of-soap", "title": "Business and Pricing of Soap", "level": "Beginner", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 5, "price": 149, "rating": 4.6, "tags": ["business", "pricing", "compliance", "labeling"], "short": "Price confidently, track costs, and understand labeling basics.", "description": "Practical costing models and compliance overviews to start selling responsibly.", "syllabus": ["Costing models", "Compliance overview", "Labels and claims", "Risk basics"], "includes": ["Costing calculator", "Label templates"] }, { "id": "CPA-017", "slug": "curing-and-testing", "title": "Curing and Testing Protocols", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 3, "price": 99, "rating": 4.7, "tags": ["curing", "testing", "quality", "documentation"], "short": "Standardize cure time, hardness, and pH checks for dependable bars.", "description": "Implement logs and tests to ensure consistent performance across batches.", "syllabus": ["Cure environment", "pH checks", "Hardness tests", "Recordkeeping"], "includes": ["QC log", "Testing forms"] }, { "id": "CPA-018", "slug": "formulation-math", "title": "Formulation Math and SAP Values", "level": "Beginner", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 4, "price": 119, "rating": 4.6, "tags": ["SAP", "math", "ratios", "oils"], "short": "Understand SAP values, superfatting, and ratios for confident design.", "description": "Math-forward workshop to create balanced formulas that behave well.", "syllabus": ["SAP tables", "Superfatting", "Ratios and blends", "Scaling"], "includes": ["Calculator sheets", "Formula templates"] }, { "id": "CPA-019", "slug": "luxury-oils", "title": "Luxury Oils and Butters", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 4, "price": 149, "rating": 4.5, "tags": ["oils", "butters", "sensory", "stability"], "short": "Evaluate premium oils for feel, stability, and cost efficiency.", "description": "Profile specialty lipids and build blends that justify price points.", "syllabus": ["Oil profiles", "Stability and shelf life", "Blend design", "Costing tradeoffs"], "includes": ["Oil matrix", "Blend planner"] }, { "id": "CPA-020", "slug": "soap-photography", "title": "Soap Photography and Styling", "level": "Beginner", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 3, "price": 99, "rating": 4.3, "tags": ["photography", "styling", "brand"], "short": "Style and photograph bars for clear, compelling presentation.", "description": "Lighting, backgrounds, and styling choices that honor your brand aesthetics.", "syllabus": ["Lighting basics", "Angles and surfaces", "Color balance", "Exporting"], "includes": ["Shot list", "Styling guide"] }, { "id": "CPA-021", "slug": "compliance-labeling", "title": "Compliance and Labeling Essentials", "level": "Intermediate", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 4, "price": 129, "rating": 4.6, "tags": ["compliance", "labeling", "claims", "regulations"], "short": "Understand essential requirements for labels and marketing claims.", "description": "Learn what to include on labels, avoid restricted claims, and keep clear records.", "syllabus": ["Label elements", "Claims and risks", "Recordkeeping", "Resources"], "includes": ["Label templates", "Regulatory checklist"] }, { "id": "CPA-022", "slug": "scent-anchoring", "title": "Scent Anchoring and Longevity", "level": "Advanced", "format": "Self-paced", "duration_hours": 5, "price": 169, "rating": 4.5, "tags": ["fragrance", "anchors", "fixatives", "longevity"], "short": "Improve scent retention with anchors, fixatives, and batching strategies.", "description": "Combine base-heavy accords and batch timing to preserve aromatic intensity after cure.", "syllabus": ["Anchor selection", "Load limits", "Timing windows", "Testing grids"], "includes": ["Anchor guide", "Test log"] } ]