Nail Technology Level 2

About the course

The VTCT Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology is a substantial vocational qualification for learners seeking a career as an employed and/or self-employed nail technician. This qualification is based on the nail services National Occupational Standards (NOS) and is recognised by the UK's leading professional bodies (The British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) and the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT)) as being fit for purpose for preparing learners for a career as a nail technician.

The qualification is made up of two parts, the Award in LED Gel Polish Techniques and Certificate in Nail Technology.

This qualification will develop the knowledge, understanding and skills to prepare learners for employment as a junior nail technician. Learners will have their nail services skills assessed in a real or realistic working environment.

This qualification includes all the required elements to work effectively as a nail technician including: providing and maintaining nail enhancements, manicure treatments, health and safety and client care.

Learners will also develop their understanding and skills by studying a specialist unit of pedicure.  In addition we are offering an upgrade to this course to include another unit - Award in LED Gel Polish Techniques.  This will be included within the delivery hours of the main qualification. 

This qualification structure provides learners with the flexibility to develop the knowledge, understanding and skills required depending upon their designated career pathway as a nail technician.

Qualifications

VCTC Level 2 Certificate in Nail Technology
Award in LED Gel Polish Techniques

Where is the course delivered? (facilities/classrooms)

The course is delivered at West Suffolk College in Bury

How much will it cost?

There is no cost for the course if you are on unemployment benefits or earn under £25,750 per year

OR if you are aged 19-23 and don't already have a full Level 2 qualification.

If you do not meet this criteria there is a course fee of up to £800.

All students need to purchase equipment to compete the course which is approximately £500 - there is opportunity for this to be funded via a bursary. Please get in touch for further details.

I'm interested. What should I do now?

Use the Apply online button on this webpage or email Bury@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk

Days & times

Starting 25/11/2025
Tuesday 17:30 - 20:30