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Overview

Title: Nails

Pathway: Hair & Beauty

Available Study Options:
Apprenticeship, Full Time, Part Time Print

Study Option

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What will I study?

Learners on the Level 2 Diploma in Nail Treatments course will study theoretical aspects of the subject and apply these aspects to practical tasks.

Core topics include:

  • Anatomy and physiology for hands and feet
  • Health and safety
  • Client care
  • Introduction to working in the nail
  • Promoting products and services
  • Nail enhancements (clear) 
  • Manicure services
  • Nail art services
  • Pedicure services

This course also includes college certificates in:

  • Light cured gel polish.

For learners who fall short of the Level 2 entry requirements, we offer an introduction to Beauty Therapy through a Skills & Employability pathway. This qualification is a support role within a commercial beauty environment and includes a variety of basic beauty skills such as facials, manicure & nail treatments and make up. This qualification will prepare learners for progression to Level 2 Beauty, Make-up and Nails.

The Level 3 Diploma in Nail Services covers a wide range of skills and knowledge required for working in the nail technology industry.

Core topics include:

  • Monitor procedures to safely control work operations
  • Enhancing and maintaining nails using UV gel
  • Liquid and powder nail enhancements
  • Chemistry of nails products
  • Creating and applying nail art
  • Develop a range of creative nail images
  • Anatomy and physiology for hands and feet
  • Enhancing nails using electrical files
  • Plan and provide airbrush designs for nails 
  • Contribute to the planning and implementation of promotional activities 

Work Experience is an essential part of all full-time study programmes. Learners complete a minimum 35 hours of experience in an industry-linked environment per academic year/qualification.

How will I be assessed?

All Diploma Qualifications are graded Pass, Merit and Distinction and Distinction*) by an external end point assessment (EPA). This includes:

    • Practical observations
    • Externally set written/online modular tests
    • Verbal questioning

Milestone assessment points will track learner progress in preparation for the EPA, and include written tests and assignments, spoken questioning, practical skills demonstrations and a mock assessment.

Level 2 Nails and Level 3 Part-time

Continuous on-course assessment involves:

  • Practical observations
  • Externally set written/online modular tests
  • Verbal questioning.

For Level 3 qualifications, ALL grade levels carry UCAS points to support progression to higher education.

What will this lead to?

The Level 2 Certificate in Nail Treatments is aimed at learners that are looking to start a career in the nail industry. Learners can progress into employment, onto an Apprenticeship, or further their studies by taking the Level 3 Nail Technologies - or other qualifications at Level 2 such as Beauty Therapy, to broaden their skills base and support employability.

The Level 3 Diploma in Nail Services aims to provide a range of specialist technical practical skills and knowledge, which will equip you to seek employment or further training within the Nail industry.

Employment can be found in:

  • Nail Bars/Salons
  • Beauty Salons
  • Cruise Ships/Hotels 
  • Spas
  • Product Retail
  • Manufacturing Companies.

Opportunities for freelance work or self-employment are unlimited for motivated individuals.

Entry requirements

Entry Level Courses:


Skills for Life & Work/Preparing for Adulthood

No formal qualifications are required for this course.
These courses are specifically designed for learners with a Special Educational Need (SEND).

 

Entry Level: Skills & Employability


No formal qualifications are required for this course.

Full Time ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages)


No formal qualifications are required for this course.


Full Time GCSE Re-sit Study Course

 GCSE Grade 2 or 3 in Maths and English and / or Sciences.


Full Time Level 1 Course

Entry Level qualification or 2 GCSE's at grades 2 or below (E or below)


Full Time Level 2 Course

4 GCSEs at grade 3 or Vocational Level 1 in relevant subject area.

*GCSE Grade 4 or above in Maths is required for the courses below:

Accounting

Electrical

Plumbing

Full time Level 3 Course

5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).

OR

Vocational Level 2 plus Grade 4-9 GCSE English or Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 English or Maths will be accepted).

*A Vocational Level 2 is required for the following courses:

Accounting

All Construction Subjects

Hair & Beauty Subjects

Applied Science

T Level Foundation (Level 2)

4 GCSE Grade 3 including English and Math's (or Functional Skills Level 1 in English and Math's)

T Levels

5 GCSEs at Grade 4-9 including English and Maths (Functional Skills Level 2 in English and Maths will be accepted).

* Health T Levels require GCSE Grade 4 in Science.

 

How to apply

You can apply for this programme via the Apply Now button, at the top.

If this course area is available as an apprenticeship, this will show under 'Study Option' on the right-hand side, just below the Apply Now button. You can view all of our apprenticeship vacanices and subjects by clicking the 'Apprenticeships' in the top menu.

Cost

If you are aged between 16 and 18 when you start your course and are taking a course leading to a qualification, the tuition and exam fees are free. However, there may be some additional costs for optional trips, recommended text books and professional start up kits. We have a bursary scheme to assist with these costs.

  • If you're aged 19 or over, you may be eligible for funding towards your course fees. It will depend on your personal circumstances and will be discussed at enrolment. You will be asked to bring documentation with you when you are invited to enrol.
  • If you are aged 19 and over and study Maths or English and do not already hold a C grade/4 or higher in the subject that you are studying, you will get the course for free.
  • If you have any queries please contact us on 0161 785 4039 or email admissions@oldham.ac.uk

What happens next?

It is important that you come along and speak to one of our staff about your choice/s.

Once we receive your application, you will be invited in to speak to a tutor or a member of the Apprenticeship team to discuss your application.

This will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may have about the course/Apprenticeship and to see our facilities.

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