Builder (Hard) Gel Course

Our Builder (Hard) Gel Course is fully accredited and includes all the practical training needed to help you secure insurance, meaning you can start working with the general public as soon as you have completed it!...

Builder (Hard) Gel Course


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What’s Included…

Offer your clients a fantastic new treatment by learning about the following topics:

  • Introduction & Benefits
  • Preparation & Set-up
  • Application Techniques
  • Infills & Rebalance
  • Products & Equipment
  • Treatment & Aftercare

Learning Made Simple...

All our courses follow this very simple 4-step process!

Complete Your Theory Material

Learn about the core principles and answer a few questions online.

Submit Your Practical Work

Upload 'before-and-after' photos of your work via our portal.

Receive Your Qualification

Have your work assessed and receive your certificate.

Start Your Business

Use your qualification to get insurance and start working on the public.

Accredited Course - Get your Diploma Certificate on completion

Start Earning - Get insurance to work in a salon or start your own business

Learn From Home - Study using expert video tutorials & eBooks

Instant & Lifetime Access - Book now to get lifetime access to your course

No Rush - Complete the course at your own pace with no time restrictions!

Ideal For Everyone - Perfect for beginners or experienced therapists

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Course Sale Price

WAS: £114
NOW: £90.00

Accredited Course - Get your Diploma Certificate on completion

Start Earning - Get insurance to work in a salon or start your own business

Learn From Home - Study using expert video tutorials & eBooks

Instant & Lifetime Access - Book now to get lifetime access to your course

No Rush - Complete the course at your own pace with no time restrictions!

Ideal For Everyone - Perfect for beginners or experienced therapists

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Course Overview

This course is a must if you want to achieve nails which have the strength of an acrylic but the look of a gel. 

In this course you will learn how to apply the hard gel, understand what a smile line is and how to apply one, as well as how you can build the stength of the nail to ensure long lasting wear. Learn how to repair broken nails, create forever french, right through to transforming problematic nail types! Feel salon ready and confident enough to tackle even the most difficult of nails!

What's the difference between soak off and builder gels? Builder gel can not be soaked off like your standard gel extensions and instead must buffed off using a file. This is because hard gel is non porous and will not be removed using acetone.

We will show you how to maintain the nails including infilling and rebalancing as well as the safe removals and aftercare advice.

Course Content

Module 1: Foundation

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.
Hygiene
In this unit you will learn the basic hygiene rules to be followed, how to prevent cross infection and contamination, contagious skin condition, what sanitisation and sterilisation are and what methods to use
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.
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.
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.
Health & Safety Legislations
In this unit you will learn how to take care of all those who are within your workplace as well as the latest health and safety legislation to ensure you are working with compliance and in safety.
Insurance
In this unit you will learn the importance of insurance and how to gain it, disposal of waste and data protection act.
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
Promoting Products & Services
In this unit you will learn the importance of retail sales, positive product promotion and sales techniques
Retail Specific Legislation
In this unit you will learn all the current legislation specific to retail, product promotion and gaining client feedback
Reception Duties
In this unit you will learn the importance of maintaining the reception area, the roles of a receptionist as well as patch testing
Taking Payments & Methods
In this unit you will learn how to deal with different payment methods and taking payments from clients

Module 2: Anatomy and Physiology - Nails

Structure of the Nail
In this unit you will learn the factors which affect the nail growth (internal and external) as well as the structure of the nail itself and the function of each part.
Bones & the Muscular System
In this unit you will learn of 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.
Skin Types & Skin 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.
The Lymphatic System
In this unit you will learn what Lymph is and how it is formed, the connection between blood and Lymph as well as the difference between Lymph Capillaries-Vessels and Nodes.

Module 3: Nail and Skin Healthcare

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.
Nail Diseases
In this unit you will learn the six most common nail diseases and be able to confidently identify them.
Nail Disorders
In this unit you will learn the twelve most common nail disorders and be able to confidently identify them.

Module 4: Tip Application

Preparation & Products
In this unit you will learn consultation techniques, different types & sizes of nail tips, what each nail file is as well as the structure of a nail tip.
Tip Application
In this unit you will learn what pre-tailoring is and how to go about it, the correct use of tip cutters, how to blend professionally, how to create the most popular nail shapes finishing with the tip application procedure

Module 5: Hard Gel

Introduction to Hard UV Gel
In this unit you will learn what hard gel is, when it should be used as well as the difference between this and other gels
Hard Gel Application
In this unit you will learn the correct application of hard gels
Infill and Rebalance
In this unit you will learn how to maintain your hard gels including how to safely infill and rebalance
Removals and Aftercare
In this unit you will learn how to safely remove the hard gel and what aftercare advise to offer your clients

How our courses work

Study Method

You will be sent login details (via email) for you to access our Award Winning Online Education Platform. This houses your tutorial videos, eBooks and more. Your course can be completed on desktops, tablet or your mobile enabling you to learn anywhere.

Each course is structured into modules and units. Each unit has a video to watch, a clearly marked section of the eBook to read as well as and a set of multiple choice questions. Once you have completed the questions and get the desired pass mark the next unit will open for you offering a structure and guided way of learning. You can take the multiple choice questions as many times as you wish with full support from your tutor where needed. This guided way of learning ensures you gain and then retain the expert knowledge.

After you have completed all of the units in a module, that module will be marked as complete and the next one will open for you.

Assessment

Once you’ve completed the all important theory you will provide your tutor with case studies allowing your tutor to assess and provide appropriate feedback of your work. Similar to the theory, if you are required to upload a new set of images your tutor will work with you to ensure you achieve the standard required to earn your accredited certificate.

Course Outcome

On successful completion of the course, you are awarded with diploma certificates which are available to download and stored for you. You have lifetime access to the portal so you can return at anytime to utilise the tutorials, eBooks and downloads as a reference. This course is accredited by several association which are listed above.

At this point you are qualified and able to apply for professional insurance through our partners, meaning you can legally offer services to clients.

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Our exclusive TPA learning process utilises our World Class Learning Platform. With over 20 years of experience and 100,000+ Successful Students; our unique process offers you a structured and guided environment to learn, develop and succeed.
Complete Your Theory Material
Learn about the core principles and answer a few questions online.
Submit Your Practical Work
Upload 'before-and-after' photos of your work via our portal.
Receive Your Qualification
Have your work assessed and receive your certificate.
Start Your Business
Use your qualification to get insurance and start working on the public.
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