A tutor demonstrates nail techniques to a group of female students observing in a salon setting.

Nail Technology - Level 2

Summary

The Nail Technology course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to excel in the nail care and beauty industry. Students learn about nail anatomy, Manicure, Nail Enhancements using acrylic and Nail Art techniques for providing high-quality nail services to clients. The course covers both theory and hands-on practice, enabling students to develop the expertise needed to become professional nail technicians.

A tutor demonstrates nail techniques to female students observing in a salon setting.
Two nail students practice techniques in a salon, one covering the other's nails with tin foil.
A close-up of a woman applying tin foil to another's nails during a manicure session.
A nail student demonstrates manicure skills on a fellow student in a hands-on learning experience.
A tutor demonstrates nail techniques to female students observing in a salon setting. Two nail students practice techniques in a salon, one covering the other's nails with tin foil. A close-up of a woman applying tin foil to another's nails during a manicure session. A nail student demonstrates manicure skills on a fellow student in a hands-on learning experience.
A tutor demonstrates nail techniques to female students observing in a salon setting.
Two nail students practice techniques in a salon, one covering the other's nails with tin foil.
A close-up of a woman applying tin foil to another's nails during a manicure session.
A nail student demonstrates manicure skills on a fellow student in a hands-on learning experience.

Entry Requirements

No formal entry requirements

Next course dates

Start date Location Duration
10 Sep 2026
Bispham Campus
16 Weeks
21 Jan 2027
Bispham Campus
16 Weeks
10 Sep 2027
Bispham Campus
16 Weeks
23 Sep 2027
Bispham Campus
1 Year
21 Jan 2028
Bispham Campus
16 Weeks

Key information

Qualification obtained

Certificate in Nail Technology

Fees and funding

Read our tuition fees guide.

Extra costs and equipment

You will be required to wear a professional uniform for this course. If you are new to the industry and do not have a uniform, please do not worry. If this is the case then please wear plain black trousers, a plain black short sleeved top and flat black shoes.

On completion of this course and if you want to practise professionally, you will need to liaise with your insurance company in relation to your cover.

Regulation and Accreditation

Accrediting Institution: N/A

Awarding Body: Vocational Training Charitable Trust

Terms and conditions

Read our full terms and conditions for more information.

What will I learn?

Industry placement, field trips and guest speakers

There are no field trips or work placement associated with this course.

How will I learn?

A variety of teaching methods are used to ensure that the course responds to the preferred learning styles of different students. As the course is largely practical in nature, tutors will spend considerable time demonstrating key techniques before students have the opportunity to practise these and receive feedback to help them improve. The course is taught in our newly refurbished training salon which has been designed to mimic a real workplace.

Please note that you may be expected to model for the treatment and/or bring your own model to practise on.

How will I be assessed?

The course covers the following topics:

  • Health and safety considerations
  • Preparation of the work area
  • Products, tools and equipment required to carry out the service
  • Step by step technique to achieve optimum results
  • Aftercare and home care advice
  • Retail opportunities

Assessment is based on a combination of practical observation and online examinations to confirm students have acquired the necessary skills and knowledge to work professionally in the sector.