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Artificial Nail Structures with Nail Art, Gel polish & E-file (Level 3 Certificate)

City and Guilds
Hairdressing & Beauty Therapy

Course Overview

This Nail Extensions Course will teach you the extension procedure of three different overlays available- acrylic, gel and fibreglass. This course includes blending techniques, maintenance procedure, aftercare advice and consultation skills Study the techniques of creative nail art. There are different nail art techniques and using some of the most popular techniques; dotting, striping, freehand designs, gems, glitter and marbling - students will develop new skills.This course also includes electric filing for artificial nails will teach you the safe use of an electric filing machine. Electric nail filing now the modern way to do artificial nails to add overall professionalism of your service, reduce the time for filing and ease the overall procedure. The course is suitable for both the inexperienced and the experienced nail technician who wishes to improve or learn electric filing techniques.
  • Start Date
    14 Sept 2026
  • Study Mode
    Part-Time
  • Duration
    31 Weeks
  • Campus
    Limavady

Important Message

The College’s course offering and timetabling for the 2026/27 academic year will be confirmed mid-May 2026.

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  • Course: City & Guilds Level 3 Certificate in Artificial Nail Structures with Nail Art, Gel polish & E-file Ref L033
    Campus: Limavady
    Type: Part Time
    Start Date: 14/09/2026
    (Mon:4:30PM-9:30PM /)
    Fees:
     Full £271.00
    Concession £108.00
    Examination £101.00
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You may be eligible for funding on this course *

If you are an employer or employee of a NI based company

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  • Site location Limavady Main St
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Entry Requirements

UK Requirements

No prerequisite qualification required.

Additional Information

On successful completion of this nail extension course, this popular treatment can be offered to clients, either from the comfort of your own home or working in a commercial Beauty/ Nail bar or as a self-employed nail technician. Material fee of £125 also required. Information on uniform and kit will be issued to students prior to course commencement. If applicants do not already hold a Level 2 unit in Health & Safety this must be completed ( estimated - £15.00 additional fee)

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