NVQ 2 in Nail Services

NVQ

In London

Price on request

Description

  • Type

    NVQ

  • Location

    London

  • Duration

    1 Year

This course is for students who wish to learn skills in manicure, pedicure, extensions and nail art. These skills will allow you to work in a nail bar or a beauty salon. The course follows a practical-based programme and you will learn about the sciences related to the different aspects of this subject, as well as customer service and health and safety. You will be working with clients in a real salon environment. This course will also allow you to gain the necessary skills to develop your studies further or begin your career. You will be prepared to attend a work placement and wear a uniform while working in the salon.

Important information

Government funding available

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Location

Start date

London
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Kenninghall Road, E5 8BP

Start date

On request

About this course

Four GCSEs at grade D, preferably including English and Science. You will need to demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in the beauty therapy industry. We will also take into account other achievements at school.

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NVQ 2 in Nail Services

This course is for students who wish to learn skills in manicure, pedicure, extensions and nail art. These skills will allow you to work in a nail bar or a beauty salon. The course follows a practical-based programme and you will learn about the sciences related to the different aspects of this subject, as well as customer service and health and safety. You will be working with clients in a real salon environment. This course will also allow you to gain the necessary skills to develop your studies further or begin your career. You will be prepared to attend a work placement and wear a uniform while working in the salon.

What will I be doing?
The units studied are:
  • G1-ensure your own actions reduce risk to health and safety
  • G6-promote additional products or services to clients
  • G8-develop and maintain your effectiveness at work
  • BT7-provide manicure treatment
  • BT8-provide pedicure treatment
  • BT12-extend and maintain nails
  • BT13-provide nail art service

How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through observation of practical skills, oral and written questions that are submitted to the awarding body, and assignments to test essential knowledge.

Where do I go from here?
You can continue your studies at a higher level or do NVQ Level 2 in Beauty Therapy (general route). Alternatively, you may choose to begin working in a salon.

Entry requirements
Four GCSEs at grade D, preferably including English and Science. You will need to demonstrate a genuine interest in pursuing a career in the beauty therapy industry. We will also take into account other achievements at school.

Course Duration
1 Year

NVQ 2 in Nail Services

Price on request