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Level 2 Nail Services Course in Camborne

Cost£1,292.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyCity & Guilds awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Nail Services Course in Camborne. Classes run at Cornwall College Camborne, full-time during the day.

You'll train in a professional nail bar from week one. The course covers manicure, pedicure, nail art, and nail enhancements. You'll also learn reception and retail skills alongside the practical work. Once you reach the right level of competence, you'll work with real clients. The course takes one year to complete.

You'll finish with a City and Guilds NVQ Diploma in Nail Services.

Who this course is for

If you want to work as a nail technician this course gets you practical from week one. You will train in a professional nail bar learning manicure pedicure nail art and enhancements with industry tutors demonstrating current techniques. Once you reach competence you will work with clients and build real salon habits including reception and retail

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers

  • Three or more GCSEs at grade 3 or above, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and this must include GCSE English or maths grade 3 or equivalent.

Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group

  • Successful completion of previous course and, where relevant, meet the English and/or maths requirements of the Level 2 course.

What you will learn

  • You'll perform manicure and pedicure treatments to a professional standard.
  • You'll apply nail art using current industry techniques.
  • You'll fit and finish nail enhancements.
  • You'll work with clients in a salon environment.
  • You'll handle reception duties, including booking and greeting clients.
  • You'll develop retail skills relevant to a nail bar setting.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical sessions in a professional nail bar at the centre. Industry tutors demonstrate current techniques and guide you as you build competence. Assessment is ongoing and work-based, with tutors observing your practical skills. You'll also work with clients once you reach the required standard.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Cornwall College Camborne will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nail technician, providing nail treatments in a salon or nail bar.
  • Mobile nail technician, visiting clients at home or at events.
  • Beauty therapist assistant, supporting treatments in a beauty salon.
  • Salon receptionist, managing bookings and client care in a beauty setting.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Nail Services, for those wanting to deepen technical skills and take on senior or supervisory roles.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy, broadening your range of treatments beyond nails.
  • Apprenticeship in Beauty, Makeup and Hair, combining work and study in a paid role.
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