NAIL TECHNICIAN

Intro to the course:

This 18 week fast track course is ideal for those wishing to enter employment or self-employment within the nail industry. You will develop the necessary skills and knowledge to successfully progress into the workforce.

You will learn how to perform hand and foot treatments with creative nail finishes, including gel polishes. You will become skilled in the use of tip and overlay nail enhancements using acrylic and how to apply nail art. You will develop knowledge and understanding of nail care and the expected client care skills to adopt within this creative industry. The course will also provide you with knowledge relating to health and safety requirements within the industry. 

Who is the course for?

This 18 week course is ideal for those wishing to start a career as a nail technician. It will suit school leavers or those looking to change career and progress into this creative  industry. You will develop skills in hand and foot manicures and nail services using a variety of products including Gel, tip and overlay and Acrylics.

What will I study?

You'll learn the necessary skills to work within the nail service industry. You will develop skills relating to the following technical services

• Tip and overlay 
• Gel nails
• Nail art 
• Hand and foot care 
• Manicure and Creative Nail Finishes
• Social media skills
• Commercial experience

Next step course options

Other beauty therapy and make-up courses,  commercial courses to expand skills and experience.

How will I be assessed?

Practical assessment on live models and clients, closed- and open-book written assessments.

Why should I choose this course?

This fast track 18 week course will enable you to develop the necessary skills to progress speedily into the workforce. The industry needs skilled technicians. You will learn the skills and techniques needed for entry-level work as a nail technician or for progression to a higher-level course in beauty therapy. You'll be taught in our nail salons by our highly trained staff  who hold current industry experience. You will gain experience within our commercial training salons, working on clients and models providing nail services and treatments. 

Where can this course lead?

This course can lead to self-employment or employment within a salon  as a nail technician or therapist.

What are the entry requirements?

One or more of the following: 

• Two National 4 subjects 
• Keen interest in the nail trade 
• Acceptance will require a successful interview

What are the interview arrangements?

Group information session. Short individual interview.

Fees, finance and funding

Fees for short full time is £1008

This course is eligible for Bursary.

Please note, fees are subject to change, please double-check this when enrolling in your course

If you are unsuccessful in your Bursary application, you may be liable for the full cost of course

For more information please visit the finance pages - Fees, finance and funding options.

Other information:

This very creative course can present the opportunity for a new career after 18 weeks of intensive training. 

Full time course: This full time short bursary funded course will run for 18 weeks, 16 hours per week. It will commence in August 2025 and again in January 2026