Free Level 2 Nail Technology Enhancement Course in Bishop Auckland. Classes run at Bishop Auckland College. You'll study full-time during the day, covering nail treatments, enhancements, and wider beauty skills over one year. The course includes manicure and pedicure techniques, gel nail systems, nail art, and client care, alongside health and safety and salon reception duties. You'll work with real clients in the college's training salons using industry-standard products and equipment. An informal interview is required before you start, and you'll need a good understanding of maths and English.
Who this course is for
On this intermediate course you will learn and practice the skills needed to be successful nail technician.
Entry requirements
You will need a good understanding of maths and English.
An informal interview is required.
What you will learn
You'll practise manicure and pedicure treatments to a professional standard.
You'll apply nail enhancements including gel systems.
You'll create nail art and creative designs.
You'll develop client care and communication skills.
You'll follow health and safety procedures in a salon environment.
You'll handle salon reception duties and promote products and services.
You'll apply make-up and carry out eyelash and brow treatments.
You'll build a professional portfolio throughout the course.
How you will learn
Learning is a mix of practical sessions in the training salon, creative tasks, written assignments, and online tests. You'll work with real clients and build a professional portfolio as you progress. Classes are classroom and salon based, running full-time during the day at Bishop Auckland College.
What you will need to bring
You'll need to wear the Beauty department uniform and purchase a Beauty/Nail kit, which is available through Bishop Auckland College. These are required for practical sessions.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Nail technician: work in a nail bar, salon, or spa.
Beauty therapist: offer a range of treatments in a salon setting.
Freelance nail technician: work for yourself, visiting clients at home.
Salon receptionist: front-of-house role using client care skills.
Beauty counter assistant: retail role in a department store or pharmacy.
What you could study next
Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: broadens your skills and opens senior salon roles.
Level 3 Diploma in Nail Technology: deepens specialist nail skills for advanced work.
Level 2 or 3 Diploma in Hairdressing: adds hair services to your beauty skill set.
A Level 3 qualification can also support applications to higher education courses in beauty or aesthetics.
