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Course Overview
This course is offered on a part time basis and aimed at adults wanting to have an initial understanding of the nail aspect of the beauty industry.
What you will study
• Nail enhancements
• Applying and removing traditional nail and gel polish
• Applying extensions
• Nail art
• Working in the beauty salon
• Salon health and safety
• Client care and communication
How will I be assessed?
The qualification is based on continuous training and assessment or practical skills, with supportive evidence in the form of either online testing or written evidence.
Some sessions will involve working in Graduations salon offering nail treatments to paying clients as part of assessments.
Class times:
20x week duration September – February or February – June
Typically, 1x day per week between 9:30am-4pm*
*Please note these are typically examples of our timetables and are subject to change. Your timetable will be confirmed and sent to you at enrolment.
Uniform and Kit:
We strongly recommend that you do not purchase kit until you have been officially enrolled and received confirmation of this, all enrolments are subject to the conditions of your offer previously communicated to you.
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If you require financial assistance please contact our Student Services team by calling 0345 155 2020 (option 4) or email info@gloscol.ac.uk
You must be aged over 19 at the start of the academic year.
Entry to the course is subject to satisfactory completion of an online Professional Course Assessment that will be sent to you following an application. You will need to demonstrate a good standard of English language, relevant experience, industry knowledge and ability to work at the required level for this course.
The general progression route for our Nail Technician programme is:
Beauty Therapy (Level 2)
or
Employment in industry
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If you want to work in a vibrant, ever-changing industry, a career in hairdressing, beauty and spas could be the right choice for you.
Employment prospects in this industry are diverse and exciting, with opportunities to work in high street salons, hotels and spas, or perhaps on cruise ships travelling the world. You may even like to set up your own business.
As a student, you’ll have the chance to use industry-standard facilities in our on-site salons at the Cheltenham, Gloucester and Forest of Dean campuses.
Throughout your training programme you will carry out treatments for your peers as well as for paying clients, giving you the chance to develop your skills and gain the widest possible range of experiences.
Check the progress of your application and find out everything you need to know about the application and enrolment process at GC.