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NVQ Diploma: Nail Services VTCT Level 3

This course enhances nail technicians' skills with sculpting and 3D nail art, fostering creativity. It includes business aspects for self-employment or management roles. Paired activities and model assessments are mandatory.

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Level:

SCQF Level 6

Duration:

  • One year full time
  • This course is 2/ 2.5 days a week in College and may include twilight/evening sessions
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Who is this course for?

This course targets experienced nail technicians aiming to enhance their skills with sculpting and 3D nail art, fostering creativity and artistic expression. It suits individuals seeking self-employment or managerial positions, covering business aspects. Paired activities and model assessments are mandatory.

What skills will I learn?

  • You will develop a wide range of skills that will enable you to become a successful nail technician

What will I study?

  • Enhance and maintain nails using UV gel
  • Enhance and maintain nails using liquid and powder
  • Individual lashes 
  • Provide self-tanning services
  • Plan and create nail art design
  • Design a range of creative nail images
  • Prepare and finish nail overlays using electric files
  • Monitor procedures to safely control work operations
  • Contribute to the financial effectiveness of the business
  • Contribute to the planning and implementation of promotional activities

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • Continuing professional development courses in advanced/specialist nail technician or other techniques

What career opportunities are there?

  • Self-employment as a specialist nail technician
  • Employment/management within a specialist nail salon

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NVQ Diploma in Nail Services VTCT Level 2

This course is ideal for those who wish to pursue a career in the creative and ever expanding nail services industry. It is delivered by lecturers who are knowledgeable, experienced and passionate about the nail services industry and provides the opportunity to learn the skills and techniques required for employment as a nail technician or as preparation for further study. Please note: You will be required to work in pared activity and bring models in for assessment purposes.