Free Level 3 Nail Technician Course in Gateshead

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2027
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body

About this course

Free Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Nail Technology (450) Course in Gateshead. Classes run at Gateshead College Baltic Campus. You'll need a Level 2 qualification in Beauty Therapy to join. Over one year of full-time daytime study, you'll develop professional skills in gel and acrylic nail enhancements, advanced nail art techniques, and client treatments. This City and Guilds advanced technical diploma in nail technology qualification prepares you to work in a salon or run your own nail business.

Who this course is for

You'll gain the skills, knowledge and understanding required in order to perform nail enhancements and advanced nail art techniques. A range of nail technology techniques including the use of gel and acrylic nail enhancement products and the application of nail art also form part of this qualification, which will equip learners with the required attributes, skills, knowledge and understanding needed to perform professional nail treatments for clients via employment or self employment in the nail services industry.

This qualification is most suited to those who wish to advance in their profession or to become a qualified nail Technician. Units to be covered: -Working with others within beauty related industries. -Monitor and maintain health and safety practice in the salon. -Client care and communication in beauty related industries. -Promote and sell products and services to clients. -Apply and maintain nail enhancements -Airbrush design for nails -Design and apply nail art -Nail enhancements and advanced hand and nail art techniques -Create an image based on a theme within the hair and beauty sector -Enhance nail using electrical files -Explore technological developments within hair, beauty and associated areas.

Entry requirements

Qualification and Experience Needed: Level 2 qualification in Beauty Therapy.

What you will learn

  • You'll apply gel nail enhancement products to a professional standard.
  • You'll apply acrylic nail enhancement products safely and accurately.
  • You'll create advanced nail art designs for clients.
  • You'll carry out a range of professional nail treatments.
  • You'll develop the knowledge to advise clients on nail care and product choices.
  • You'll build the skills needed for employment or self-employment in the nail industry.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a classroom setting, working on nail techniques with real clients. Assessment covers both practical performance and underpinning knowledge. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out nail enhancements and nail art to a professional standard, alongside written or knowledge-based assessments that test your understanding of products, techniques, and client care.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Gateshead College Baltic Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nail technician: work in a salon carrying out nail enhancements and nail art.
  • Self-employed nail technician: run your own mobile or home-based nail business.
  • Beauty therapist (nails specialist): offer nail services within a broader beauty role.
  • Salon nail artist: focus on creative nail art in a specialist nail bar.
  • Spa nail technician: deliver nail treatments in a spa or hotel setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy: broaden your skills across the full range of beauty treatments if you want to work as an all-round beauty therapist.
  • Level 4 Certificate in Education and Training: if you'd like to teach nail technology or beauty subjects at a college or training centre.
  • Business and enterprise qualifications: useful if you plan to grow your own nail business or manage a salon.

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