Acrylic Nail Extensions| Accredited Diploma Course

Professional one day course, you will learn how to create an Acrylic Nail Extension as well as learning to apply natural nail overlays in clear and permanent French.

In 2012 there was a 20% increase of nail bars in the UK due to demand a massive jump and it has been growing fast year by year. You will learn all the basics of Acrylic including tip application and blending.

When you attend this course you will learn the new techniques the clients are asking for, keep up with demand and add this training to what you offer.

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This is a recognised qualification that you can use professionally - For full course content please scroll down this page

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This is a one day course that covers both topics and we are able to teach both due to the small numbers we take per class.

We also have a more advanced sculpturing Acrylic nails course too using freehand paper forms. This makes it easier to create shapes and extend shorter nails however if you are new to Acrylic nails we suggest you starting with this one.

You are not required to have a qualification in nail manicure to attend this course as this is a stand-alone treatment. Achieve stunning results for your clients quickly and easily with our professional training.

Many students who are new to nails find this course easy to pick up and often move on to attending the manicure and pedicure or UV Gel with Gel Polish course afterwards.

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All course information is easy to find right here

You can find the full course description, times and price on this page - For venues and dates on offer, when ready simply click on the purple view dates or book now button.

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This one day accredited diploma course is open to complete beginners or existing therapists, no previous beauty or massage experience required to attend.

This is an insurable course allowing you to use this therapy with the general public and charge for it.

Course Times

If you are attending our one day courses the times are as follows:

10.00am - 4.30pm Weekdays

or 10.30am - 5pm if you choose to attend on a weekend date.

For our one day courses, you will receive a 45 min lunch break and a short afternoon break also.

No case studies are required - no written exams.

Certificates are given on the day on the completion of a successful practical assessment with your tutor.

 

Join the thousands of students we train each year, we have a long term proven history and our feedback speaks for itself. We also look forward hearing how you get on once you have completed a course with us.

We love what we do and have passionate knowledgeable tutors who very much look forward to welcoming you on a course with them soon.

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Voted Guild Awards of Excellence Winner

'Best Training School' 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019

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Our Promise to you

If you feel one day is not enough training, you are able to come back to repeat the course again free of charge within 6 months when spaces are available with the same tutor.

However, due to small classes and the 1-1 attention you receive this is rare but for your peace of mind available if required.

Accredited Certified & Insurable Course
Price £165.00

What's included in this Course

• Hygiene, health and safety
• Learn how to ensure top standards of health and hygiene for your   surroundings, self and your clients
• Relevant anatomy and physiology
• Study of the hands and the nail
• Products and equipment required
• What to use and buy for yourself or your salon in order to perform these treatments
• Consultation procedures
• How to gain the correct information from your clients before you commence the treatments
• Contra indications to treatment
• Nail diseases and disorders, what to look out for and how to recognise these
• Acrylic Nails
• How to perform this popular treatment by applying Acrylic Nail extensions as well as finishing the treatment
• The art of nail preparation, how to size and apply the nail tip, overlay application, Permanent French technique as well as clear, traditional finish and also Overlays to the natural nail, nail maintenance and in-fills and your tutor will talk about how to remove Acrylic Nails
• Aftercare
• Advice for your clients on correct treatment at home in between visits to the salon
• Relevant anatomy and physiology is given in your manual, the manual is included in the price of this course and covers everything you have learnt during your days training
• Advice on kits required to use with your clients from our tutor

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Do I need to bring a model?

No

You do not need to take a model with you as you will work with another student on the day of training. The class runs with 2 or more people booked on and you can book 24 hours before the start date if you wish. If you do not wish to be worked on due to medical reasons, sometimes the tutor can provide one if advised beforehand.

Please note - You will be working on each other so any nail extensions needs to be removed for the day of your training.

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One day insurable accredited course - maximum of 6 in a class, keeping it small ensuring individual attention.

We have many venues and dates on offer in London and all around the UK including Ireland.

This is an insurable course allowing you to use this therapy with the general public and charge for it.

This course holds between 5 - 13 CPD points (all professional bodies are different please check with the one you are registered with for confirmation of points they award for one day courses)

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Do I need to have a manicure qualification to attend this course?

No

A manicure is not part of the Acrylic Nail treatment. The tools are different from those used within a manicure.

The only skills that are similar are cuticle work, which is still different as with manicures the hands must be soaked with nail extensions and the cuticle prep is dry.

The Anatomy and Physiology is the same in our manual for both courses, so there is no difference there.

A Manicure is a completely different treatment to Acrylic nail extensions. You will have professional tutors teaching you so picking up the skills will be easy. A manicure is about natural nail care and the Acrylic is an artificial treatment.

Students will also learn the contra- indications, client consultations and aftercare advice.

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Products Used

Our beauty courses offer the opportunity to train in the technical aspects of application of the materials required for your chosen course, without losing valuable practical time trying to sell you products. We show you how to effectively use the product to achieve fantastic results, so you can build your client list and your business.

Our certification is not brand specific. In some cases you insurance may be invalid if you train with a branded product detailed on your training certificate and you then change to another brand. This also allows us to offer our training courses at a lower cost so that you can buy what is right for you and the necessary products rather than buying unnecessary and costly equipment.

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Kits

Some of the beauty courses have kits available to buy on the day, enabling you to continue to build your confidence and skills immediately upon your return home.


Your tutor will advise you if a kit is available for your course when confirming your booking. Some kits may require payment in advance and others may be available for purchase on the training day.

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Relevant anatomy and physiology is given in your manual, the manual is included in the price of this course and covers everything you have learnt during your days training.

There are no previous qualifications or knowledge required to take the course, beginners are welcome.

The tutor will advise you about the cost to charge your clients and insurance cover on the day of training.

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Why Book with us?

We are an award winning school, Number One Training School (out of over 80 schools) in the Beauty Industry Survey - By The Guild of Beauty and Holistic Therapists.

And Voted The Guild Awards of Excellence 'Best Training School' by students and won mulitple years in a row! We maintain high standards and are proud of our team of passionate and caring tutors.

When you book with us you have peace of mind we have a proven track record - established in 1998 and accredited by the top professional bodies.

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Certificate - Insurance - Brands

Why is our course so popular?

This is because the certification we give you allows a student to work with which ever particular brand they choose to purchase later and use with their clients.

Importantly as we teach effective and safe methods with products our tutors love to use but do not insist on the students who attend to have to continue with any one given brand afterwards to gain insurance and use what they have learned with us professionally.

This then allows students to make their own choice of brand and also means that they are not tied by any particular brand when it comes to their insurance, so should they ever have a problem and if a claim is made and they have changed brand, they would still be covered (please check this with your insurance provider) giving you a lot more flexibility.

This also means you are not tied into buying brands from us which is very restrictive which only makes the school you are buying them from money but does not benefit you. This means the certificate you gain with us gives you the freedom to use what ever brand you wish, the tutors can guide you to good products but ultimately it is your choice!

98' to present date

© Gateway Workshops, students are not authorised to teach this course unless through Gateway. This is a therapist course only, information is copyright and to be used with their clients only and not taught to others.

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Venue Information

We have 5 useful tabs which help you find all the information you need.

For example when on the main course page, you will see a tab called 'course explained' click on this to view the full course information.

We also have a tab here called 'Accreditation & Entry Requirements' click on this to view the requirements for the course you have chosen to view.

The Latest up to Date Training - The latest therapies your clients want - Insurable Training for Professional use.

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WHERE ARE YOU OFFERING THIS COURSE - WHICH VENUES?

• To find out which venues offer a course - it is easy - On the course explained page click on the PURPLE BUTTONS called 'view dates' or 'view venue/dates' - to view all venues and dates on offer.
• This will take you to a page where you can view all of our dates AND all of the venues around the UK, Scotland and Ireland.
• We have various venues to choose from, over 25 locations which are easy to travel to both by public transport or car.

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EXTRA COURSE INFORMATION COVERED BELOW

Do I need to bring a Model with me to the class?

You do not need to take anything with you to the one day classes, all massage couches, chairs, towels and equipment are provided.

You do not need to wear a therapist tunic or whites unless you wish to, comfortable clothing is fine.

You do not need to take a model with you as you will work with another student on the day of training, the class runs with 2 or more people booked on and you can book 24 hours before the start date if you wish. If you do not wish to be worked on, you can take a model with you or sometimes the tutor can provide one if advised beforehand.

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Directions to the Venue - If you need directions to each venue before you wish to book, these can be easily found on the venue page link:

https://www.gatewayworkshops.co.uk/venues/listing/all/

Once you have found the venue you wish to attend and view, you can get all the information about how to get to the venue, nearest station, car travel etc. on the right hand side of the venue page once loaded. Just click on the link that says "Directions, public transport and car parking information" and it will open up a page so you can view all this information.

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Venue Address

Venue Address - Please note we do not give out the full address of the venue one our website because in the past sometimes students have turned up on the day hoping to join a full class, which is not possible.

You are able to view the location however using the Google maps button supplied to know exactly which street you are travelling to and as soon as you book, your tutor will be in touch with the full address and directions to your venue.

A deposit payment has to be taken first to secure your booking & wasted journeys are now avoided by us giving out full address details after a booking has been taken! The tutor will send you the full directions and times and can also advise on places to stay nearby if required.

This has worked perfectly for the 20 years of us trading, making sure only those who have booked get a secured place, making it fair on everyone.

Course Fee - £ 165.00

A deposit of £ 60.00 is payable when you book.
The remaining balance is paid to the course tutor.

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Course Information - How to pay your deposit, balance and what is included

Click on the main course page (tab called course explained) and you will find all of the course information, prices and who accredits the course.

Our one day course prices are extremely fair and with expert tutors you get a quality course for an affordable price.

You will only have to pay a small deposit to secure your place; this is taken off the course fee.

All our training course prices are inclusive of VAT so no hidden charges!

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Remember when you sign up for one of our courses you will receive extra added value of over £50 worth of FREE material including:

Anatomy and Physiology e-manual
Copy of our therapist accounts package
Access to our complimentary Hands Free Massage Video Download
And Access to many massage course reference videos to help you remember the routine taught

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Voted Guild Awards of Excellence Winner

'Best Training School' 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018 & 2019

IF A COURSE IS FULLY BOOKED THAT YOU WOULD LIKE TO ATTEND 

Information on how to get on the waiting list in case anyone drops out

The best and the quickest way you will be able to attend if someone cancels is to book onto the next date available that you can make and when filling out your details, there is a note box section within the booking form. You can request here that you can be moved to the earlier date if there are any cancellations so you can be prioritised and contacted if we have anyone drop out.

This way you do not miss out on the next date and if we get an earlier cancellation the tutor can contact you straight away to offer to move you to an earlier date as sometimes people cancel due to illness or they have to work etc.

However if you cannot make any of the other dates showing as available please contact us as sometimes the tutor can put on an extra date if the demand is there.

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Balance Payment

You can book safely on our website 24 hours a day with our safe and secure online payment system. You can use a debit or a credit card.

We only take small numbers so bookings are on a first come, first served basis. You can book the evening before a course up to 8pm as all bookings go direct to the course tutor.

The balance is taken by the tutor who will contact you once you have paid your deposit to give you plenty of options how to pay your balance and the time scale required.

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What is included in the course fee?

For our one day courses, practical tuition training materials - towels, blankets, creams/oils, massage tables/chairs are all provided on the day as well as a fully comprehensive manual. The booking fee (your deposit) is inclusive of VAT and no VAT to pay on the balance of the course fee.

Our certification is not brand specific. In some cases you insurance may be invalid if you train with a branded product detailed on your training certificate and you then change to another brand. However this allows us to offer our training courses at a lower cost allowing you to spend what is right for you on the necessary products rather than buying unnecessary and costly equipment.

The tutor will be happy to discuss products, prices and how much you can charge for the therapy on your training day. The tutor will also cover the insurance information for you too, we receive a discount with a large insurance company covering our training for those of you new to this field or wanting to change to a new and more affordable cover.

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Course Times

For our half day courses - These are 4 hours

Hours are: 10 - 2pm or the afternoon option is from 2.30pm - 6.30pm

Weekdays and weekends available.

If you are attending our one day courses (it will tell you on the course page if it is a half a day or a whole day course) the times are as follows:

10.00am - 4.30pm Weekdays

or 10.30am - 5.00pm if you choose to attend on a weekend date.

For our one day courses, you will receive a 45 min lunch break and a short afternoon break also.

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Where Can I find the Course Information, Venues and Dates?

This can all easily be found on the tab above on this page called 'COURSE EXPLAINED' - there you will find the full course information, prices and a purple link to all the dates and venues.

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What do I need to Bring?

Students should bring pen/pencil, paper and own lunch. Loose/comfortable clothing should be worn.

If you are booking a massage course - Because massage will be undertaken, normal standards of cleanliness will be expected including short fingernails.

All products that you use on the day whilst learning will be provided for massage, beauty and spiritual courses and are included within the price of your course. The tutors will be able to advise you on the best and most affordable equipment and/or kits to buy when you train with them so you can use these with your clients, or if you wish to buy them before you train you can!

We do have a product page on our website which offers discounts on many products that the tutors use, which you can check out any time.

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Help Finding Work After You Have Trained With Us

The one question we have been asked by the most students is how to find work after you have trained with us, so we have teamed up with a company that can help! They can find therapists work in London and all around the UK, whether it is part time work or full time they can help. This information can be found on our links page of our website. We want to make sure we look after our students that train with us to make it easier to build your client base or just top up what you have.

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Booking Information

Bookings and Payments with Gateway are simple and easy, once you have decided on the course you wish to book we take deposit payments for courses by credit or debit card on-line with secure online payment options with PayPal or Worldpay.

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Final Balance Payment

The deposit is taken off the course fee; you can pay the deposit online easily and securely.

Then the balance payment is paid direct to the course tutor and they will contact you by email as soon as you pay the deposit to organise this for you. Please look out for the confirmation email once you book with final payment information, if this does not appear in your inbox please check your junk and delete bin as they can end up there.

The final payment can be paid on the day (for a booking up to 24 hours before the course start date only), otherwise the final payment (for all one day courses) is 21 days before your course start date.

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For Last Minute Bookings Only

If you book a one day course close to the start date you can pay the final balance immediately to the tutor who will contact you direct for final payment once you have booked and paid your deposit.

If however you have booked the longer ITEC course, they allow you to pay the final balance in one go or in easy instalments as you train.

You can book last minute (you can book up to 8pm the evening before) you can pay the balance by cash on the day - but ONLY if you book the day before. Due to small classes places are only booked once the deposit has been paid and it is on a first come first served basis, early bookings are advised due to small classes & limited places.

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Booking More than One Place

If you wish to book more than one place for your chosen course you can easily do this when you book online with our simple booking service. There is a plus and minus option so you can increase or decrease the amount of people you wish to book.

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Want to Book More than One Course?

You can easily book more than one course in one go. Any previous courses booked will be saved in your cart and any new ones will be added, making it easy to book more than one course at a time.

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If you have any other questions please visit our FAQ page, where you should find all the answers by following this link:

https://www.gatewayworkshops.co.uk/faq/

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This course is insurable and accredited by the professional bodies, Guild of Beauty Therapists, ABT - Associated Beauty Therapists and Towergate.

The Prerequisite/Requirements for Attending this Course

We are guided by what the professional bodies and insurance companies ask for.

• None
• Anyone over the age of 16 may attend this one day diploma course. Please note for anyone under the age of 18 their parents are asked to book their course for them or an adult over the age of 18. Also please note that 3rd party insurance cover may not be accepted under the age of 18, we advise you check before you book if under the age of 18.
• No written exam – just a practical assessment whilst you work during the day

This course is ideal for a beginner with no previous experience or for an experienced therapist to add this training to what they already offer.

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The Tutor's Commitment to You

They are so confident that one day is adequate for many of our courses (due to the small numbers they teach) that if they feel you need to come back to repeat the course, you can do this free of charge.