Nail Technology

This course will provide you with a range of specialist technical practical skills and knowledge which will equip you for employment within the nail industry.  

On this course you will: 

• Enhance and maintain nails using light cured gel, hard gels, liquid and powder nail enhancement systems, manicure and pedicure 

• Enhance Nails using electric file 

• Study the chemistry of nail products 

• Design and apply nail art 

• Learn about the anatomy and physiology for hands and feet 

• Create a moodboard, look book and industry portfolio for business practice 

• Gain knowledge and skills to develop a business plan and understand the market and other business components 

• Develop retail skills and how to promote services and products to clients to expand on their earning potential  

• Attend professional workshops and have the opportunity to gain additional qualifications within the industry 

• Maintaining personal health and wellbeing 

Assessment: This course is assessed throughout the academic year, by ongoing pre observations and graded practical assessments alongside theory exams. 

Choose this course if… you want to specialise as a nail technician within the industry 

Future Steps: Achievement of this qualification demonstrates to an employer that you have advanced skills and knowledge necessary to be employed as a senior nail technician in a beauty clinic, nail bar, cruise ships, media, product or manufacturing company.

GCSE English and/or Maths at grade 4 or above 

Plus, you must have successfully completed a Level 2 Beauty or Nail course 

There are five fully equipped beauty salons and four hairdressing salons.

You will have access to all the College facilities, including a student restaurant, full media suite, gym and a fully equipped Learning Resource Centre (LRC).