Artificial Nails
Learn professional nail techniques
On the artificial nails specialisation, you learn to work with gel nails, acrylic nails and nail design. You gain practical experience with the techniques and materials used in professional nail salons.
What will you learn?
- Gel nails — building, reinforcement and shaping with UV/LED gel
- Acrylic nails — classic acrylic technique with liquid and powder
- Tipping and forms — different methods for extending the nail
- Nail design — decorations, colour mixing and finish
- Nail care — the natural nail’s structure, diseases and contraindications
- Maintenance and infills — correct infilling and repair
Practical instruction
You work with real models under guidance, so you learn to handle the most common nail scenarios and client needs.
Career opportunities
Artificial nails is a popular elective for cosmetologists who want to expand their treatment menu. You can work in nail bars, salons, your own clinic or as a mobile nail technician.
Elective for your programme
The specialisation can be taken as a standalone elective or as part of the extended cosmetology programme that includes all specialisations.