Turn passion into a profession with this practical Beauty & Nail Tech course designed for salon work, mobile services, or starting your own micro-business. Through concise AI-led demonstrations and real-world workflows, you’ll master core nail services, enhancements, hygiene, client care, and the business skills to book and retain clients.

What you’ll learn

1. Professional Standards, Hygiene, and Safety

• Salon hygiene: disinfection vs. sterilization, tool care, workstation setup
• Hand health, skin conditions, and contra-indications/contra-actions
• PPE, cross-contamination prevention, and safe disposal
• Product safety: MSDS basics, allergies, and ventilation

2. Nail Anatomy and Conditions

• Nail structure: matrix, nail bed, plate, cuticle, eponychium, hyponychium
• Common conditions: onycholysis, fungal infections, ridges, fragile nails
• When to proceed, adapt, or refer to a medical professional

3. Manicure and Pedicure Fundamentals

• Client consultation, forms, and consent; assessing nail/skin type
• Natural nail prep: cuticle work, shaping, buffing, dehydration
• Classic and spa manicure steps; foot care and pedicure sequence
• Basic massage techniques and aftercare coaching

4. Gel Polish Systems

• Prep for adhesion, base/colour/top application, curing times
• Avoiding shrinkage, wrinkling, and heat spikes
• Removal best practice to protect the natural nail

5. Acrylic Enhancements

• Tips vs. forms; choosing lengths and shapes
• Liquid-to-powder ratio, bead control, apex and structure
• Filing and refining; fills/rebalances; safe removal

6. Hard Gel and Builder-in-a-Bottle

• Viscosity control, floating technique, apex placement
• Natural overlays, short extensions, and structured manicures
• Common pitfalls: flooding, lifting, under-curing

7. E-File Essentials (If Used)

• Bit types and grits; speed and pressure control
• Safe cuticle and product refinement; removals
• E-file sanitation and maintenance

8. Nail Art Fundamentals

• Clean French, baby boomer/ombré, chrome, foils, glitter fades
• Stamping, decals, encapsulation basics
• Hand-painted lines, flowers, and minimalist designs
• Trend adaptation and photographing work for your portfolio

9. Client Experience and Aftercare

• Building rapport, managing expectations, and service scripts
• Aftercare leaflets: care, longevity tips, and red flags
• Handling complaints, repairs, and guarantee policies

10. Business Basics for Nail Techs

• Pricing strategies, simple costings, and profitable service menus
• Booking systems, deposits, no-show policies
• Social media, branding, and before/after photography
• Hygiene/compliance checks for home or mobile salons

How you’ll learn

• Short AI video demos with close-up angles and checklists
• Step-by-step service flows and troubleshooting guides
• Micro-quizzes and service readiness checklists
• Portfolio tasks: submit photos of 5 core services

Who should take this course

• Aspiring nail technicians, beauty enthusiasts, mobile techs
• Hairstylists or makeup artists adding nail services
• Salon owners upskilling junior staff

Tools and kit list (starter)

• Cuticle pusher/nippers, files/buffers, dehydrator/primer
• Base/colour/top gel polishes, UV/LED lamp
• Tips/forms, acrylic monomer and powders, builder/hard gels
• E-file with essential bits (optional), dust extractor, lint-free wipes
• Disinfectants, gloves, masks, towels, cleanser, cuticle oil

Outcomes and benefits

• Salon-ready confidence and safer, longer-lasting results
• Professional photos to start your client portfolio
• Clear service menus, pricing, and booking policies
• Strong hygiene reputation that boosts client trust