What you’ll learn
A beginner course, taught in person at our East Tamaki academy.
Gel X has quickly become one of the most in-demand services on any nail menu. Clients ask for it by name — it's lightweight, looks natural, applies in a fraction of the time of acrylic, and it's gentle on the natural nail when done correctly. For a tech starting out, it's one of the fastest ways to fill a books and command a good rate. This course starts with the foundations: nail anatomy and health, nail systems, professional prep, filing and buffing, and salon-standard sanitisation and sterilisation.
You'll then learn to size and fit tips, prep for maximum adhesion, apply and cure for a seamless, lift-free finish, and shape the final set — plus safe soak-off removal that leaves the natural nail intact. We also cover pricing your services profitably and the essentials of starting out in the beauty industry. By the end you'll be able to apply a full set of Gel X on a client. 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 x prep
Gel x Application
Gel x 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
- Gel X extensions
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 $199.80
- Week 2 $199.80
- Week 3 $199.80
- Week 4 $199.80
- Week 1 $133.20
- Week 2 $133.20
- Week 3 $133.20
- Week 4 $133.20
- Week 5 $133.20
- Week 6 $133.20
How enrolling works
Enrol
Pay in full or place your $199.80 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
$180
First Week
$180
Second Week
$180
Third Week
$180
Fourth Week
6 Week Plan
$120
First Week
$120
Second Week
$120
Third Week
$120
Fourth Week
$120
Fifth Week
$120
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.
You choose the course/s that interests you the most. Thereafter, you can make your payment online.
Your expertly trained lecturer on that course will contact you and find a suitable time and date to book you in for your training.
Lastly, you will attend your training at the organized time and learn from our expert lecturer!
... and shine in the beauty industry as a beauty professional!
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