MODULE 1: FOUNDATION
Unit 1: Personal Standards and Practice
In this unit you will learn the importance of personal standards and what is expected of you as a professional working within the industry.
Unit 2: Hygiene
In this unit you will learn the basic hygiene rules to be followed, how to prevent cross infection and contamination, what sanitisation and sterilisation is and what methods to use as well as contagious skin condition.
Unit 3: Effective Communication with Clients
In this unit you will learn about customer and client care, how to build relationships with clients, how to effectively communicate with clients and deal with client dissatisfaction. We will also cover client consultation which is an important aspect for all professionals.
Unit 4: Business Promotion
In this unit you will be provided with business ideas, how to price treatments as well as how to work within a salon and as a self employed therapist.
Unit 5: Preparation of the Work Area
In this unit you will learn how to create a comfortable and professional work area covering the four basic principles.
Unit 6: Health & Safety Legislations
In this unit you will learn how to take care of all in the workplace as well as the latest health and safety legislations to ensure you are working in compliance and safely.
Unit 7: Insurance
In this unit you will learn the importance of insurance and how to gain it, disposal of waste and data protection act.
Unit 8: Being Effective at Work
In this unit you will learn job roles, responsibilities and working relationships as well as communication, effective teamwork and development within job roles.
Unit 9: Promoting Products & Services
In this unit you will learn the importance of retail sales, positive product promotion and sales techniques.
Unit 10: Retail Specific Legislation
In this unit you will learn all the current legislations specific to retail, product promotion and gaining client feedback.
Unit 11: Reception Duties
In this unit you will learn the importance of personal standards and what is expected of you as a professional working within the industry.
Unit 12: Taking Payments and Methods
In this unit you will learn how to deal with different payment methods and taking payments from clients.
MODULE 2: ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY
Unit 1: Structure of the Nail
In this unit you will learn the factors which effect nail growth (internal and external) as well as the structure of the nail itself and the function of each.
Unit 2: Bones and the Muscular System
In this unit you will learn the main bones in the hand and lower arm, the muscular system (including the main muscles of the hand and arm) and the blood supply to the hand and arm.
Unit 3: Skin Types and Structure
In this unit you will learn the main skin types, the functions of the skin, the structure of the skin and the functions of each layer.
Unit 4: The Lymphatic System
In this unit you will learn the different types of bones, posture, anatomical terms, as well as the names of the bones.
MODULE 3: NAIL AND SKIN HEALTHCARE
Unit 1: Skin Diseases/Disorders
In this unit you will learn the five most common skin diseases and disorders as well as what a contra-indication is.
Unit 2: Nail Diseases
In this unit you will learn the six most common nail diseases and be able to confidently identify them.
Unit 3: Nail Disorders
In this unit you will learn the twelve most common nail disorders and be able to confidently identify them.
MODULE 4: GEL POLISH
Unit 1: Preparation and Products
In this unit you will learn what gel polish is, the benefits of gel polish, the difference between UV & LED Lamps as well as product information.
Unit 2: Gel Polish Application
In this unit you will learn how to apply a clear gel and coloured polish gel.
Unit 3: Gel Polish Removals & Aftercare
In this unit you will learn how to professionally remove the gels as well as aftercare advice.
OPTIONAL PROFESSIONAL KIT
To complete the practical elements of the course you will need various components/materials. If you do not have them you can add on the full kit required for the course. Below are the products provided in the kit:
- Halo Nail Prep & Scrub (100ml)
- Halo Base (8ml)
- Halo Top Coat (8ml)
- PN Sanitising Spray
- Halo White Block
- PN Acetone (125ml)
- Edge Black Beauty 240/240
- Colour Wheel Unpainted (2 pack)
- 6 x Halo Colour (8ml each)
- Halo Powder Cover Peach (7g)
- PN Sun 8 LED 48w Lamp with Smart Tech
There are no extra charges for delivery.
