Level 3 Award in Nail Enhancements

Service Description

This is a short course to develop your practical skills in providing nail enhancement techniques using liquid and powder systems. Alongside learning techniques, you will learn about the condition of the skin and nails. The purpose of this qualification is to develop your skills in beauty therapy and nail services and provide you with the foundation for further learning or specialist employment. The course consists of one unit, covering consult, plan and prepare, health & safety, salon health & hygiene, anatomy & physiology – Nail structure, bones of the hand, contra-indications that prevent or restrict the application of Acrylic nails/UV Gel, prepare workstation, provide acrylic nail service and finally after care. The course requires commitment to weekly sessions of 4 hours over a 8 - 12 week period with self study included. Evidence base portfolio including, assignments, case studies, practical assessments and and two external online exam is compulsory to achieve the qualification. There are no entry requirements however, English must be at Level 2 standard to participate. An assessment/interview will be required prior commencement of course to participate. English as a Second Language is available separately for 2.5 hours a week at an extra charge, but must be booked concurrently with a beauty course at Eastern Shimmer. A nail system will be required to purchase also upon booking + £80.00. Further details will be given upon booking. A 20% booking fee applies, with full balance payable one week before course commencement. Minimum participation is required to run. Eastern Shimmer reserves the right to cancel booking 7 days prior should numbers not be met with full refund given. Should you wish to cancel, 7 days notice is required for full refund of deposit/any monies paid. After this date, deposit of 20% is non refundable.