Certificate in Artificial Nail Structures – Level 3

Level: 3 | Duration: 24 Weeks | Start Date: November 2023
Details: Wednesday, 6pm – 9pm (TBC for 2023)

What is this course about?
The part time course is designed to develop skills and advanced techniques in nail enhancement services, through demonstrations and practical experience working on clients in the industry standard College Nail Room. Your practical skill is combined with the study of anatomy and physiology and customer care.

What will I learn on this course?

• Anatomy of the nails, skin
• Health and safety procedures
• Client consultation
• Preparing the treatment area
• Recognition of nail and skin diseases and their treatments
• Correct application and removal of nail extensions using a variety of nail systems/methods
• Correct application of tip extensions & sculpting on a form
• Maintenance and removal of nail enhancements
• Aftercare requirements

Why choose Riverside College for this course?
Riverside College is a good College with outstanding features; specialist staff are passionate and teach to high industry standards. The School of Hairdressing and Beauty Therapy is a recognised Centre of Excellence.

How will I be assessed?
For each unit you will be required to complete an internally assessed portfolio of evidence, internally assessed practical observations and theory tasks internally marked. You will be required to put together a portfolio of evidence which must contain photographic evidence.

What are the Entry Requirements?
Manicure/Pedicure at Level 2 or significant industrial experience in the nail services industry. Working at Level 2 in English on our college assessment or a minimum GCSE grade C/4 or Level 2 English qualification. You may have a college admissions interview and trade test.

Are there any costs associated with this course?
You will need to purchase an advanced nail kit at a discounted rate from the college. You will need a college black tunic, approx. £25 (costs subject to change or 2023) and black trousers, black low-heeled shoes. You will need to provide stationary including a note pad, pens, lever arch file and plastic wallets for your portfolio evidence.

Course fee: £941 (TBC for 2023)

If you are 19 or over and studying a level 3 qualification you may be eligible for an Advanced Learning Loan. These loans will cover the full course fee for the duration of your course.

Click here for more information about the Advanced Learner Loan 

What will this course lead on to?
Self-employment as a nail technician, employment in a beauty salon, hotel or spa, cruise ship or self-employment. You may wish to consider a full-time or part course in beauty therapy, make up or hairdressing.