What you’ll learn
A beginner course, taught in person at our East Tamaki academy.
“By the end, you'll be able to confidently perform a full gel polish service on a client, with a finish that lasts two to three weeks.”
Learn to deliver a flawless, long-wearing gel manicure from start to finish.
This course takes you through the foundations of nail health and anatomy, professional nail prep, filing and buffing techniques, and salon-standard sanitisation and sterilisation. You'll master gel polish application from base coat to cured, chip-free finish plus how to troubleshoot lifting, peeling and premature wear, and remove gel safely without damaging the natural nai
We also cover the business side: pricing your services profitably, and the essentials of starting out in the beauty industry.
No prior experience required.
The eleven modules
Taught in order, with a tutor demonstration before every practical block.
Foundations of Nails
Nail Prep
Nail Systems
Filing & Buffing techniques
Sanitisation & sterilisation
Intro to beauty business
Pricing
Gel Polish application
Gel polish troubleshooting
Gel Polish Removal
Nz Health protection license help
How you’ll benefit from our course
One-on-one or small classes
Train one-on-one or in a small group, so your tutor sees every step and corrects your technique as you go.
Certificates you’ll gain
- Nail Preparation
- Gel Polish Application
Hands-on from day one
Practical work starts on the first morning, with your tutor beside you, not after days of theory.
Learn from working professionals
Your educators still work with clients, so you learn the techniques and standards used in real salons.
What’s included
Theory and practice, together
Each module pairs the theory with a live tutor demonstration before you practise it yourself.
Live models
2 x Models, booked into your practical sessions so you finish having worked on real clients.
A year of tutor support
Technique and product troubleshooting for twelve months after you certify, plus help with your NZ Health Protection licence.
Paying for your course
Pay in full, or spread it over four or six weeks with invoices sent to you each week. Afterpay is also accepted.
A 20% deposit holds your dates with an expert educator. The balance is then split across your chosen plan. Need longer than six weeks? Ask us and we will try to accommodate you.
- Week 1 $179.80
- Week 2 $179.80
- Week 3 $179.80
- Week 4 $179.80
- Week 1 $119.86
- Week 2 $119.86
- Week 3 $119.86
- Week 4 $119.86
- Week 5 $119.86
- Week 6 $119.90
How enrolling works
Enrol
Pay in full or place your $179.80 deposit online.
Pick your dates
Our team calls you to lock in course dates that suit your schedule.
Train with us
2 Days - 12 Hours in East Tamaki, 10am - 5pm, with live models.
Get certified
Pass your assessments and take home your certificate.
Meet our tutors
Rupal Madaan
Kelly Aikins
Where this takes you
A certificate is the start of it. Here is what students actually do with the training.
Skill development
Practical, hands-on technique you can charge for the week after you finish.
Further study options
Move on to e-file, builder gel or the full nail technician pathway.
Career opportunities
Work in a salon, rent a chair, or start taking your own clients from home.
Student success
A year of tutor support after you certify, so you are never stuck on your own.
Cant pay in full? Dont worry, We've got you.
4 Week Plan
$100
First Week
$100
Second Week
$100
Third Week
$100
Fourth Week
6 Week Plan
$67
First Week
$67
Second Week
$67
Third Week
$67
Fourth Week
$67
Fifth Week
$67
Sixth Week
Benefits of Course
Learn practical skills to advance your knowledge and career.
Explore advanced courses to deepen your subject expertise.
Unlock diverse job paths with industry-relevant training.
Achieve goals through guidance, support, and quality education.
How to Get Started With Us
Contact us today to start your learning journey.
Sign up easily and begin your educational transformation now.
Master every module and transform skills into real success.
Earn a recognized certificate upon successful course completion.
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