Nail Technology - Level 3

Build a solid foundation for a career as a nail technician, with a Level 3 course at Hugh Baird College. With a focus on commercial skills and environmental sustainability, you’ll learn some of the most in-demand treatments of today. Put your best foot forward in the industry, with real-life experience and a broad, impressive skillset.

What will you learn?

Students begin by mastering the basics of manicures and pedicures, before moving on to advanced techniques such as gel polish, acrylics, BIAB, e-filing and nail art (glitter, jewels and embedding). You’ll get to learn from guest speakers, who deliver demonstrations to students throughout the year.

You’ll delve into some essential theory, such as personal health and well-being, the anatomy of nails, and how to support healthy nail growth.

Build your commercial skills in a real salon

Hugh Baird College is home to a set of commercial salons. You’ll get lots of opportunities to work from the nail bar in these salons, putting your skills to the test and building your confidence when working with real clients. These sessions widen your commercial know-how further, as you practise how to be a salon manager, promote your services and sell products.

Students that don’t have previous experience in the industry will also carry out work experience in an external salon.

Broaden your skillset and boost employability

Our Level 3 Nail Technology course stays on top of current trends and covers a wide range of treatments to help make students more commercially viable. This qualification also makes you insurable in the industry - something that’s valued highly by employers.

Is this course right for you?

This course is open to everyone from school leavers to adults. Many of our students are just starting out in their careers, while others are crossing over from other industries such as beauty or hairdressing. This is an opportunity for anyone to develop specialist skills for a side job or a whole new career. As long as you’re passionate about the industry, you’re welcome at Hugh Baird College..

How will you be assessed?

You’ll be visually assessed by tutors throughout the course. They’ll provide verbal and written feedback as you flex your skills on clients and other students. At the end of each unit, you’ll complete a final assessment and an online multiple-choice exam.

The Level 3 Nail Tech course also includes studying towards Maths and English GCSE if you don’t already have at least grade 4.

Take the next step today

Whether you’ve just left school or want to add a new dimension to your skill set, join us to study at Hugh Baird College.