Hairdressing & Beauty

Nail Technology - Level 2 Certificate

Start Date: 21/01/2026

Start Time: 09:00

End Date: 10/06/2026

End Time: 16:00

Day(s): Wednesday

Site: College Main Site

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Course Overview

This course is designed for learners looking to start a career as an employed or self-employed nail technician. You may already be working in the beauty industry and would like to add another skill to your repertoire, or just starting out and looking for a new skill.

This qualification is based on the nail services National Occupational Standards (NOS) and is recognised by the UK's leading professional bodies (The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) and the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT)) as being fit for purpose for preparing students for a career as a junior nail technician.

Qualification Gained

Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology

After The Course

This course will provide you with a great introduction to the sector and support your potential to apply or start a career as a junior nail technician, including:

Commercial nail salons
Retail concessions 'nail bars'
Independent/self-employed/mobile/home-based settings

After finishing this course, you could decide to take additional courses in the beauty or business sector, and would be welcome to discuss your options with your tutor. If you are unsure of your options, you might like to discuss your journey with our dedicated careers advisors.

What Will I Learn

This 16 week course will develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to prepare you for employment as a junior nail technician or self-employment.

This qualification includes all the required elements to work effectively as a nail technician including; providing and maintaining nail enhancements, manicure treatments, health and safety and client care.

Our Lecturers

The course is taught by highly trained industry professionals who are dedicated to ensuring student success through effective curriculum delivery and high-quality student support.

Teaching Learning and Assessment

Teaching and learning is designed to support all students to achieve. This is predominantly a practical based course and teaching takes place in our salon setting.

As an adult learner at Yeovil College you will be able to access a range of support and services, including our dedicated Learning Resource Centre, a wealth of resources from our team of expert careers advisors, and a range of wellbeing support.

You will be required to provide 4-6 different clients during the duration of the 16 week course to enable you to complete the varying criteria requirements. Assessments cannot be carried out on others undertaking the same course.

Course Expenses

The cost for this course is £486, however, there is a requirement that a kit is purchased so that you are able to practice your skills from home.

Depending on prior learning or financial situation, you may be entitled to a fully funded course, Please contact our friendly iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk.

Additional costs may be covered by our financial assistance bursary which you can apply for once you have had your place confirmed and at that point, you will be provided with the bursary application form.

How Will I Be Assessed

Assessment will take place over the duration of the course and will also be assessed in a practical exam at the end. You will be required to provide 4-6 different clients during the duration of the 16 week course to enable you to complete the varying criteria requirements. Assessments cannot be carried out on others undertaking the same course.

Entry Requirements

This course is open to anyone with an interest in gaining skills in the nail industry.

Required Experience

A level of beauty experience is useful although not essential.

How To Apply

This course is now fully booked. If you would like to be added to a waiting list, please contact our friendly iZone team via 01935423921 or email izone@yeovil.ac.uk.