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Course overview

This is an exciting, intensive course focusing on nail care techniques and treatments. It coverspopular techniques like nail art, gel polish and tips with overlays and gives you a well-roundedfoundational knowledge which will help you take your first step into the beauty industry. Nail this course and you could progress to the next level of beauty therapy training, get employment at a salon or even go it alone as a nail technician.

Course description

During this full-time NQ Nail Technician course, you'll learn the basic applications of nail treatments, including manicure, pedicure, and develop skills in applying nail art, tips with overlays, gel polishing and other related subjects to NC level 5.  

During training you will initially work on fellow classmates and then progress to working on real clients. You will also be required to model for treatments yourself. 

Entry requirements

  • Three National 4s, or equivalent, to include English; OR
  • NPA Beauty (Level 4) or NPA Cosmetology (Level 4), or equivalent; OR
  • VTCT Level 2 or 3 Complementary Therapies
  • You must be 16 years or over before the course start date
  • Adult returners are considered for interviews without former qualifications.

Entry requirement equivalency table

  • If you do not meet the entry criteria for your chosen course, the interviewee may discuss an alternative Beauty Therapy course with you.

Course options

Course Type: Short course
Details
Date: 25/08/2025 Cost: Get in touch with the course provider or visit their website for more information
Venue details

Cardonald Campus

690 Mosspark Drive

Glasgow

Course provider

Glasgow Clyde College