gel polish

A UV or LED curable product with a long lasting and glossy finish.

What you’ll get

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    Expert Instruction:

    Benefit from expert guidance and assessment by an award winning nail technician

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    Hands-On Experience:

    Dive into a hands-on learning environment where you'll master nail prep, precise application and safe removal.

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    Small Class Sizes:

    A maximum of six students ensures you get personalised feedback and tailored guidance to build your confidence.

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    Comprehensive Teaching:

    We explore a comprehensive information including health and safety, infection control and allergies

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    Professional Products:

    Quality equipment and materials from top brands in the industry. Use one of our personally curated kits included in the course cost or purchase one to own.

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    Accredited Certification:

    Receive an accredited certification validating your proficiency which will enable you to pursue professional opportunities with confidence and credibility.

the basics

Welcome to our Gel Polish Manicure Training Course, where we delve into the world of long-lasting, flawless nail finishes. Unlike regular nail varnish, gel polish is nail enhancement that offers clients durable and chip-resistant colour that can last for up to 2 weeks. A gel polish manicure provides an attractive hardened glossy finish.

Proper training in gel polish application is really important due to its specialised techniques and tools. Understanding the intricacies of gel application, including the precise layering, curing times, and proper removal methods, ensures not only stunning results but also safeguards the health of natural nails. Without adequate training, incorrect application or removal techniques can lead to weakened nails, allergic reactions, or damage to the nail bed.

course structure

The course takes place over 1 day, usually finishing in the early afternoon.

At 9am learners meet at the salon and our first task is theory work - manuals will be sent to students prior to the course and they are expected to have read this.

The theory is a mixed bag of short presentations, quizzes, and open discussion about nail anatomy, client care and health and hygiene.

Mid morning we move onto a practical demonstration and students will be shown application techniques in french and solid colour.

By the afternoon students will start with their practical activity and with guidance and support will perform a manicure on a model. One hand will be a solid colour, the other in french. After evaluation students will remove one hand of their choosing and reapply the other hand to match.

Students should provide the model themselves however if this is not possible a model may be acquired for you. After an open ended review and discussion students will be presented with their certificates!

kit

All kit will be provided for students to use, however if you wish to purchase your own professional quality tools to take away with you we can provide a basic manicure kit at a cost of £38

This will include

  • Staleks metal pusher

  • Staleks Nippers

  • Staleks Files

  • INK London Cuticle Remover

  • INK London Cuticle Oil

  • Buffers

  • Orangewood Sticks

  • Assorted nail art brushes

Gel polish is not offered to students to purchase, the brand you will be taught with is INK London which only sell to professionals (people who are qualified). After your course you will be able to purchase from them directly.

£188

with kit

Enrollment

Enrollment

£150

with out

Send us a message to register your interest or submit a query. We will be in touch to discuss course dates and payment.

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • You will need an accredited manicure or pedicure certificate before undertaking this course

  • YES! You will have an industry recognised and insurable qualification, enabling you to provide a basic manicure service.

  • It all begins with an idea. Maybe you want to launch a business. Maybe you want to turn a hobby into something more.

  • Don’t worry, let us know well in advance and we should be able to acquire a willing test subject!

  • Yes! A digital and hard copy.

  • No, everything will be provided for you.