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Beauty, Nails and Makeup

Level 2 Nail Technology

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If you are looking to embark on a career as a Nail Technician, working either in a salon or nail bar, this qualification is designed to equip you with the knowledge, practical skills and industry-required qualification to be able do this with confidence.

More information

This course will start in September and will take one year to complete.

This course will take place at St Helens College, Town Centre Campus, St Helens, WA10 1PP.

This course covers the following:

  • The importance of following Health and Safety practices
  • The importance of safe working practices for sanitisation/sterilisation
  • Providing effective client care and communication
  • Provide manicure treatments including luxury elements
  • Apply and maintain acrylic nail enhancements
  • Provide nail art services
  • Anatomy and Physiology in detail (including skin and nail structure)
  • Provide pedicure treatments including luxury elements

You will study alongside like-minded people in classes delivered by friendly supportive tutors.

You will be required to complete a mandatory industry work placement as part of your course. In addition, you will have the opportunity to join the competition team and take part in the prestigious AHT competitions held in Blackpool. We’re proud to have been awarded Best College in the Northwest for two consecutive years.

These competitions not only enhance your technical skills and techniques, but most importantly, help build your confidence.

You will be assessed by practical observation, written assignments and complete online examinations.

You should have 3 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English and/or maths.

If you are a school leaver, aged 16-18, (under the age of 19 on or before 31st August 2026), you do not pay tuition fees or examination and registration fees and may be eligible for additional support depending on your financial situation. For more information, please visit our dedicated Financial Support page.

Upon successful completion of this course, you could have the opportunity to progress on to the level 3 Diploma in Nail Technology.

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