Free Level 2 Nail Technology Enhancement Course in Barnsley. Classes run at Barnsley College. You'll need three GCSEs at grade A* to D, including English at grade 3 or above, to enrol. The course runs full-time over one year and covers manicures, pedicures, nail extensions, acrylic nails, and nail art techniques. It prepares you to work as a professional nail technician or move on to Level 3 study.
Who this course is for
Are you creative and looking to specialise as a Nail Technician in the beauty therapy industry? This course will give you the practical skills you need to provide a range of services, such as manicures, pedicures, nail extensions and acrylic nails. You'll also learn the latest nail art techniques from our expert tutors. Completion of this course will enable you to enter the industry as a professional Nail Technician or progress on to our Level 3 Nail Technology.
The areas of training are as follows:
Health and safety.
Client care.
Acrylic nails.
Manicure.
Nail art.
Pedicure.
Eyelash tinting.
Make-up.
Following completion of this course you progress to Level 3 Nail Services or work as a nail technician.
The Government requires that all students studying programmes take separate Functional Skills qualifications in Maths and English. Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't already have a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths they will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards higher grades in English and Maths or a higher level Maths qualification we can help you do that too.
Entry requirements
Three GCSEs at grade A* to D plus English grade 3 or above.
What you will learn
You'll perform manicures and pedicures to a professional standard.
You'll apply nail extensions and acrylic nails.
You'll create nail art using current techniques.
You'll learn the health, safety, and hygiene standards required in a salon environment.
You'll develop client consultation and treatment planning skills.
You'll understand the anatomy and physiology relevant to nail services.
How you will learn
You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment at Barnsley College. Assessment is based on practical demonstrations and observations of your work, alongside written or knowledge-based tasks. You'll build a portfolio of evidence as you progress through the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Barnsley College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nail technician: work in a salon providing nail treatments.
Mobile nail technician: offer treatments at clients' homes.
Beauty therapist assistant: support therapists in a salon setting.
Salon receptionist: front-of-house role using industry knowledge.
Self-employed nail artist: run your own nail business.
What you could study next
Level 3 Nail Technology: the natural next step if you want to specialise further and take on more advanced treatments.
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: broadens your skills across the full range of beauty services, opening more salon roles.
Apprenticeship in Beauty, Make-up and Nail Services: combine work and study to gain on-the-job experience while earning.
