Manicure Face to Face Course
Price range: £50.00 through £299.00
Start your nail career with our comprehensive 1 Day Manicure Course at Gail Grounsell Beauty Academy.
This course is designed to provide you with the essential knowledge and practical skills required to confidently perform professional manicure treatments in a salon environment. Ideal for beginners or those looking to refresh their skills, this training combines pre-course theory with intensive hands-on learning.
Course Structure
Pre-Course Theory
All theory work is sent to you prior to your practical training day. This allows you to study at your own pace and arrive fully prepared for practical application.
1 Day Practical Training
During your in-person training day, you will:
- Recap and reinforce key theory knowledge
- Observe a full professional manicure demonstration
- Carry out supervised practical work
- Receive personalised feedback and guidance
Units of Study
- Health & Safety in the Salon
- Hygiene, Sterilisation & Infection Control
- Anatomy & Physiology of the Nail
- Contraindications & Client Consultation
- Nail Preparation Techniques
- Manicure Procedure (step-by-step)
- Cuticle Work & Filing Techniques
- Hand and Arm Massage
- Polish Application
- Luxury Manicure Treatments
- Aftercare Advice
- Professional Standards & Client Care
Case Studies
To complete the qualification, students are required to submit 3 case studies following their training day. This ensures you gain confidence, competence, and consistency before certification is issued.
Full guidance on case study requirements will be provided during training.
Investment
- £249 – Course only
- £299 – Course including professional starter kit
A £50 deposit is required to secure your place and receive your theory materials.
This course is ideal for those looking to begin their journey in the nail industry or expand their treatment menu with a core salon service.
Is This Course Right For Me?
This course is perfect if you:
- Are completely new to the beauty or nail industry
- Want to start your nail career with a strong foundation
- Are returning to beauty after a break
- Want to add a core, essential salon service to your treatment menu
- Prefer to learn theory in advance and focus on hands-on practice in person
- Are looking for a flexible, supportive learning environment
You do not need previous nail experience for this course.
Additional information
| Payment Option | Full Course Including Starter Kit, Full Course (no starter kit), Pay Deposit Only |
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