Complete Nail Technician Course

A complete pathway from nail foundations to advanced salon technique.

Created by Accademia Unghie All levels 23h 5min

What you will learn

Build knowledge of natural-nail structure and preparation
Develop gel, acrylic and acrygel application skills
Improve manicure, e-file, infill and shape control
Progress from beginner foundations to advanced salon techniques

Course description

Follow a broad, progressive curriculum covering natural-nail preparation, manicure, e-file work, gel polish, gel, acrylic, acrygel, infills, salon shapes and nail art. The pathway is designed to connect theory, safety and practical technique rather than treating each service as an isolated skill.

Programme contents

19 included courses · 92 lessons

Theory - the natural nail and how to treat them safely6m 39s
How do natural nails form and how to avoid damaging them
Tools and work method5m 52s
How to set up your workspace and how to work safely
Nail prep6m 02s
How to prepare a natural nail for a nail extension
Gel coverage on natural nails8m 36s
Learn the gel coverage technique on nails that don't need extra length
Nail form application6m 57s
The correct technique for positioning the nail form
Nail extension using nail form method10m 38s
Reconstruction technique using nail forms
Nail extension using nail tip method18m 23s
Reconstruction technique using nail tips
Filing the nail extension7m 25s
The correct technique to file and polish your brand new nails
Nail varnish and top coat10m 10s
How to give a flawless finish to your brand new nails

Introduction - what do you need to work4m 26s
Discover all the tools you need on your work station
Natural nail preparation and nail form positioning13m 24s
Learn how to properly prepare the natural nail and accurately position the nail form
Analysis of the “Modern Square” shape2m 57s
Theory of structure and strengths of the “Modern Square” shape to achieve durable and harmonious nails
Practice - 'Modern Square' shape20m 12s
In this lesson you will practice how to create a modern square shape
Practice - 'Almond' shape19m 42s
In this lesson you will practice how to create an almond shape
Gel color application and nail varnish11m 18s
Learn how to give your brand new nails a perfect finish

Improve fine-line brush control
Plan small-scale nail compositions
Layer colour without losing definition
Create cleaner hand-painted details

Introduction to dry manicure9m 41s
History and development of the method
Natural nail anatomy4m 07s
Theory of the natural nail and its growth and protection mechanisms
Working safely4m 52s
Hygiene standards and protective equipment
Which bits to use16m 13s
Learn the proper use of the diamond bit for flawless and safe treatment
Practice - how to carry on a dry manicure treatment27m 32s
In this lesson you will practice how to operate the micromotor to perform a manicure safely
Flawless nails16m 30s
Color application technique for a perfect finish

The tools3m 00s
What tools do you need on your work desk
What is the electric nail file - work safely5m 26s
Learn about the electric file components and how to use it safely
Manoeuvre techinques4m 29s
How to manoeuvre the micromotor speed and intensity
Efile bits5m 40s
Discover the different types of tips, characteristic and correct use
Natural nail preparation12m 03s
Find out how you can use the efile to prepare nails for treatments
Reconstruction and covers removal6m 58s
How to use the efile to remove reconstructions and covers
Gel nail polish removal5m 27s
How to use the efile to remove gel nail polish
Finish10m 23s
Using the efile for a salon style finish

The tools6m 17s
What tools do you need on your working desk
Nail anatomy8m 46s
Learning about the nail will allow you to work safely
What is acrylic and how to work with it10m 58s
Learn the principles of polymer chemistry and how to use polymers properly
Practical exercises11m 21s
Practice how to use the right mix of monomer and polymer
Nail prep and coverage12m 54s
How to prepare the natural nail for a durable and natural-looking manicure
Reconstruction with Nail Form17m 12s
Reconstruction technique using the structural method to create length
Reconstruction with Tip method17m 25s
Reconstruction technique using tips to add length
Filing technique12m 36s
Learn how to file your new reconstructions professionally
Nail varnish and top coat application16m 50s
How to give a flawless finish to your brand new nails

The tools6m 05s
What tools do you need on your working desk
Nail prep and nail form application17m 28s
How to prepare the nail for the proper application of the nail form for long-lasting nail extensions
Theory – the “Modern Square” shape2m 57s
The strengths of the “Modern Square” shape for building sturdy and harmonious structures
Practice – the “Modern Square” shape16m 57s
Practical exercises for reconstructing the “Modern Square” shape
The "Classic Almond" shape19m 49s
Practical exercises for reconstructing the “Classic Almond” shape
Filing12m 58s
Filing technique for smooth, clean results
Nail varnish and top coat16m 08s
Color application and finish for a flawless, salon-quality result

What is gel nail polish and what you need to work5m 31s
What is semi-permanent nail polish, and what tools and materials to choose for professional results
Traditional semi-permanent gel system21m 29s
Learn the basics to apply semi-permanent nail polish for perfect, long-lasting results
Semi-permanent evolution11m 26s
Discover techniques and materials for brittle nails and nails with irregular shapes
French style and other nail art ideas18m 53s
In this lesson you will practice the techniques to create french manicures and modern nail art
Removal8m 00s
Learn how to safely remove the gel polish without damaging the natural nail

Choose the correct dual-form size
Distribute acrygel inside the form
Control placement and structural balance
Remove and refine the form efficiently

History and evolution of the French manicure7m 10s
Learn the origins of the French manicure and how tt became the industry's most popular trend
Structure architecture and strength points3m 57s
Study of proportions to create a symmetrical Smile Line based on the shape of the nail
Practice - 'Under Glass' French30m 02s
Creating deep, three-dimensional effects “beneath” the structure
Practice - Painted French31m 12s
Decoration techniques using colored gel, paint, or semi-permanent polish for a precise and subtle result
Practice - Structural French (the 'Muretto' technique)37m 03s
An advanced sculpting method for creating unique, durable, and well-defined nails

Introduction to gel nail art and the tools5m 08s
Learn about no-wipe gel paint, brushes and preparing the nail surface for treatment
Practice - Monograms24m 23s
In this lesson you will practice the creation of designs, lettering and decorations
Practice - Monograms with a gradient effect26m 54s
Practice creating gradient backgrounds and matt & gloss effects
Practice -Watercolour technique32m 22s
Learn how to dilute gel paint to create translucent effects and delicate petals
Wood effect & Flowers23m 15s
Create realistic wood-effect finish and high-precision miniature flowers

Tools and materials4m 01s
Discover the brushes and materials to use for each effect
Marble effect37m 53s
Learn how to create realistic, deep-set marbling effect, one of the most requested in beauty salon
Smoke effect18m 46s
Discover the ‘wet-on-wet’ technique to create ethereal, colourful gradients
Shades and gradients20m 38s
Learn how to master the transition between two or more colours for ‘seamless’ decorations
Chrome and mirror effects24m 20s
A quick and tasteful technique to create 'wavy' effects

Introduction - desk set up and chemistry of the materials7m 01s
Find out about high-viscosity products and high-stability nail forms
Practice - the 'Wall' technique and the 'Mini Pipe' shape56m 10s
In this lesson you will practice how to create the perfect wall for the inverted French technique and how to build a mini - pipe shape with the pinching technique
Practice - 'Marylin' shape42m 12s
Learn how to create the popular shape, proportions, balance point and filing
Practice - 'Gothic Almond' shape39m 51s
How to create a mini gothic almond shape: a high apex, bold lines and handling sculptural volumes.

Understand basic hand and nail anatomy
Distinguish cosmetic concerns from warning signs
Connect materials with their professional use
Recognise when treatment should stop and referral is needed

Acrygel masterclass35m 27s
This masterclass will provide you with comprehensive training on this material and how to shape it with millimetre accuracy

Babyboomer masterclass21m 37s
The ultimate masterclass to learn how to create flawless, natural salon-style highlights

Reduce old product efficiently
Prepare regrowth with control
Rebalance structure during an infill
Organise a faster hand-to-hand workflow

Nail form masterclass22m 09s
Learn about the chemistry and the structure of the nail form to ensure stability and adhesion during the nail extension process

Choose an appropriate file grit
Follow a controlled filing sequence
Check sidewalls, surface and free edge
Adapt filing to common salon shapes

Requirements

No previous experience is required unless the final programme states otherwise

Videos included in this complete programme

89 video previews. Lessons will be available in your private area when enrolment reopens.

Beginner Gel Nails Course — Level 1

9 videos