ICS Nail Technician

ICS Nail Technician

Nail art, manicure and pedicure, and advanced nail treatments are all becoming more and more an integral part of people's beauty regimes. A skilled nail technician can transform lacklustre nails into beautiful adornments and salons all over the world are in need of trained and skilled nail technicians. Our Nail Technician course will give you the skills you need to start a career in this lucrative business.

Our Nail Technician course will give you the training you need to become a nail technician and make a start in what could be a lucrative career.

You will start by gaining a thorough grounding in the anatomy of hands and feet and the role of the skin in those areas. Nail growth and problem conditions will also be studied, and you will learn the information you need to be able to advise clients on nail health.

You will learn to carry out effective and relaxing manicures and pedicures, and look into the range of specialist treatments such as paraffin wax, exfoliation and hot oil treatments. You will also explore the techniques and possibilities of nail art and colour selection.

As new techniques are developed salons and nail technicians have to keep up with the latest trends and developments, and whether you are looking to set up on your own, gain employment, or are already in the beauty industry, this Nail Technician course will equip you to progress in your career.

Entry Requirements

You don't need any previous experience or qualifications to enrol in our Nail Technician course. That's because we believe in making home study - and a rewarding future - as accessible as possible.

Where will I go from here?

As a trained Nail Technician, you could find yourself in demand in salons all over the world. Alternatively, you may wish to make use of the business training included in the course and establish your own business.

What will I gain?

On completion, you'll receive the ICS Nail Technician diploma.

Assessment

Assessments are a great way of checking your progress. Throughout the Nail Technician course, you'll complete six assessments, one after each unit, containing 12-20 multiple-choice questions.

Generally, assessments can be sent to us online via the ICS Student Community: it's the fastest way to receive your results.

What will I get?

Because we're experts in home learning, ICS knows about and offers all the support you need along the way.

You'll receive study materials that have been specially designed for distance learning by experts in your chosen field.

As a Nail Technician student, you'll receive a fantastic complimentary starter kit from Beauty Express - one of the UK's leading suppliers of professional beauty products. It provides all the essential items you'll need to practise your skills throughout the course. The kit will be delivered to you in a professional Beauty Express bag with your course materials:

  • A nail brush, chamois nail buffer and big foot file
  • Nail scissors, cuticle nipper and stainless steel cuticle knife 
  • Emery boards, manicure sticks, and hoof stick
  • A French manicure kit
  • Cuticle oil, base coat and top coat
  • Classic red, pink pearl and chocolate pearl nail polish
  • A rhinestone wheel and metallic black lace
  • Nail art metallic paints and metal dust
  • Skintruth™ nail buffing cream, cuticle massage cream and cuticle remover

The items contained in the Beauty Express omega kit bag have all been approved by Habia, the UK's Hair, Beauty, Nails and Spa Regulator.

You'll also receive the complimentary textbook - The Encyclopedia of Nails, by Jacqui Jefford and Anne Swain.

You'll have access to an experienced personal tutor both online and over the phone, ready to help you with guidance and motivation.

You'll also be part of the ICS Online Student Community, where you'll have access to library materials and your account information, as well as vital links with your fellow students, with the chance to discuss your work, ask questions and make new friends.

Study Period

12 months

Hours of study

80 hours

(That's the equivalent of just over 1 ½ hours of study a week over the 12-month support period)

Support period

12 months

Course code

D22

Course cost

£539.00

Additional fees

There are no examination or registration fees for our Nail Technician course.

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Key Topics

The Business of Nails

  • Learn how to set up your own small business. Discover how to implement all the health and safety legislation for the treatments you provide. Explore insurance policies. Discover how to carry out a consultation and how to establish and maintain a good relationship with clients. Learn how to maintain clients' records. Study sanitation and disinfection.

Anatomy and Physiology

  • Explore the bones and muscles of hands and feet. Study the structure and functions of skin. Examine the composition and growth of the natural nail. Gain the knowledge to advise clients on a number of adverse nail conditions.

Basic Manicure

  • Learn how to use manicure tools and how to store manicure products. Discover how to prepare and set up the treatment area. Gain the skills to perform a range of manicure services. Explore a variety of massage techniques. Gain the knowledge to advise your clientele on a range of retail and homecare products.

Basic Pedicure

  • Learn how to use pedicure tools and how to store pedicure products. Discover how to prepare and set up the treatment area. Gain the skills to perform a range of pedicure services. Explore a variety of massage techniques. Gain the knowledge to advise your clientele on a range of retail and homecare products specific to feet.

Nail Art

  • Explore the use of colour in nail art treatments and learn how to select a good colour for your clients. Discover how to use nail art tools and how to perform a range of nail art treatments. Design your own range of nail art looks.

Advanced Treatments

  • Consider the importance of carrying out in-depth skin analysis and learn how to give clients advice on skin treatments best suited to their skin. Explore hot oil treatments, exfoliation treatments, heated treatments and paraffin wax treatments.

You can either pay for your course in full or opt for a monthly payment plan.

Course fee: £539 (excluding discounts)

Or speak to one of our course advisors now for payment plans.