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Level 2 Nail Technician Course in Chesterfield – The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield

CostFree if you're eligible
Duration156 hours
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
StartFlexible
Study modeFlexible
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyVTCT awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies lists a fee of £900 if you're not eligible. Contact The White Rose School of Beauty and Complementary Therapies for more info.

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About this course

Level 2 Nail Technician Course in Chesterfield. Classes run at The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield, during the day with flexible study options. Funding options are available and will be discussed at interview, so fees may or may not apply depending on your circumstances. You'll develop the practical skills and knowledge needed to work as a junior nail technician in a commercial salon setting. The course covers 156 hours of hands-on training. Entry is typically via a Level 1 beauty therapy qualification or a skills test and interview.

Who this course is for

This qualification has been specifically designed for learners aged 16 or over, and will develop the knowledge and skills to prepare learners for employment as a junior nail technician. It is also for learners seeking to work in and develop their skills in a commercial setting and can only be delivered by colleges that have or have access to a salon and not a realistic working environment.

Entry requirements

Entry onto this qualification can be via previous attainment of a Level 1 qualification in beauty therapy and/or a successful skills test and interview.

What you will learn

  • You'll learn how to prepare and maintain a safe, hygienic nail service environment.
  • You'll develop skills in manicure and pedicure treatments.
  • You'll learn how to apply and finish nail enhancements, including gel and acrylic systems.
  • You'll practise nail art and design techniques.
  • You'll understand the structure and conditions of nails and skin to inform your treatments.
  • You'll learn how to consult with clients and recommend appropriate nail services.
  • You'll develop the professional standards expected in a commercial salon.

How you will learn

You'll learn through practical, hands-on sessions in a salon environment, building your skills on real clients. Assessment combines practical observations, where an assessor watches you carry out treatments, with written or oral questions to check your underpinning knowledge. You'll build a portfolio of evidence throughout the course to demonstrate your competence across all units.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. The White Rose School of Beauty Chesterfield will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Nail technician. Work in a salon offering manicure, pedicure, and nail art.
  • Junior nail technician. Entry-level role in a commercial nail or beauty salon.
  • Beauty therapist assistant. Support qualified therapists across a range of treatments.
  • Mobile nail technician. Offer nail services independently at clients' homes.
  • Salon receptionist or junior. Front-of-house role using your industry knowledge.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Nail Services. Deepen your technical skills and take on more complex treatments and client work.
  • Level 2 or Level 3 Diploma in Beauty Therapy. Broaden your offer to include skin, waxing, and massage treatments alongside nails.
  • Level 3 Award in Education and Training. If you want to teach nail or beauty skills to others in a college or salon setting.
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