This is a main qualification for school leavers or adult learners who wish to pursue a career in Beauty Therapy. Once qualified you are able to start work as a first year improver Nail Technician in a Beauty Salon.
You will need GCSE Grade 3 or above in English and Maths, or ESOL or Functional Skills at Level 1.
This course is funded for 16-18 year-olds, and may be funded for adult learners in receipt of benefits, or adults who do not hold a Level 2 qualification.
Welfare support is also available for help purchasing kits if you meet the eligibility criteria.
You will develop skills in the following areas:
Working in the Hair Industry
Follow Health and Safety Practice
Client Consultation
Promote Products and Services
Create an Image
Salon Reception
Manicure Treatments
Pedicure Treatments
Provide and Maintain Nail Enhancements and Nail Art
The course includes 3 practical sessions per week, plus 3 days per week of 3-hour theory sessions.
Assessments will be formative and summative through theory and practical sessions.
On successful completion of this course you can progress to a Level 2 Beauty or Level 3 Nails qualification.
Career routes include employment as a qualified nail technician in Beauty Salons, Spa Salons, NHS Care Homes or Cruise Ships. You could also become self-employed or work in the Retail sector as a product brand representative. Alternatively you could work as a trainer/educator assessing and/or teaching.
Success Rates on courses for 16-18 year-olds nearly 7% better than national average*
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