Acrylic(from
$2,449.00
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Our Acrylic training is flexible and self-guided, with pre-recorded and live, one-on-one, educator-led components.
This Module is suitable for anyone from complete beginners with no experience through to qualified Nail Techs wanting a refresher.
During this Module we will cover –
- Picking up beads
- Natural Nail Overlays
- Using both Tips and Forms
- Natural-look Extensions
- Filing and Structure
- Backfills (2-3 Weekly Maintenance)
- Fixing Cracks and Breaks
- Safe Acrylic Removal
- French Extensions in traditional and reverse methods
- Blending Cover Powders
- Rebalances (2-3 Weekly Maintenance for French Extensions)
Your fees include –
- 14+ Hours of Video Content. Pre-recorded Demo videos allow you to see a demonstration from multiple angles, up close, and with the benefit of rewatching.
- 33 hours of live, one-on-one online lessons* –
- Beads and Ratios – 3 Hours
- Overlay – 3 Hours
- One Colour with Forms (One Hand) – 3 Hours
- One Colour with Tips (One Hand) – 3 Hours
- Blended/Natural-Look Extension – 3 Hours
- French – Traditional Method (One Hand) – 3 Hours
- French – Reverse Method (One Hand) – 3 Hours
- Backfill – 2 Hours
- Removal, Cracks and Breaks – 3 Hours
- Nail Biters – 3 Hours
- Assessment – 4 Hours
- A Starter Kit with everything you need to complete your training**
- 7-Day Support via our Facebook Group. We have a beautiful, unparalleled community of like-minded folk in there, ready to welcome you.
- 5-Day Support via Email and Phone
- Unlimited attempts at your Assessment. The first attempt is included in your course fees and all others are priced at $49/hour.
How does it work?
Within 2 business days of enrolling, you will receive access to the online components of your course, which you can access by logging into this website. You can work through the content at your leisure, but need to complete it before attending live lessons.
As you work through the pre-recorded content of each Module, you will often see markers that say ‘It’s Time to Book a Lesson’ (which refers to a live session with a Mentor). There will be instructions on how to book. You can see a breakdown of all lessons by downloading a Lesson Guide from our Student Resources page.
Lessons can be booked with complete flexibility around your own needs and availability, matched with the availability of your chosen Mentors. You might choose to attend only mornings, only afternoons, only weekends, or a total mix and match – it’s entirely up to you. If you have limited availability or need to finish quickly, please email us to check your Mentors availability before enrolling.
Tell me more about Acrylic
If you’re looking to add length without waiting for your natural nails to grow, Acrylic is where we begin. Acrylic extensions involve blending a liquid monomer with a powdered polymer to create strong, customizable nail enhancements.
The Pros: Acrylics are renowned for their strength and durability, making them suitable for clients seeking long-lasting nail enhancements. They offer versatility in shaping and customization, allowing nail technicians to create various nail designs and lengths.
The Cons: The application of acrylics involves a strong odour due to the chemical reaction of the liquid monomer and powdered polymer. Improper application techniques may lead to lifting or cracking, requiring skill and experience for optimal results.
Despite its longstanding presence since the 1970s, Acrylic has sometimes earned a pretty bad rap over more recent years with high-volume salons not always giving the best service or using the best quality products, and international shipping meaning not everyone buying these products has the education we wish they did. Poor old acrylic then gets the blame!
However, when applied correctly, maintained properly, and removed safely, Acrylic does not damage your nails and when you buy high quality EMA monomer, it also doesn’t smell as strongly as an MMA salon with 12 tables.
Click here to learn more about Acrylic.
What if I’m not good enough?
Your live lessons are where, after watching the pre-recorded demonstrations, a Mentor can help you in real-time. There’s a misconception that you need to be good before you join a lesson but this is definitely false! A lesson is where your Mentor guides you through practicing for the first time – you’re not supposed to be a master.
Where are the courses held?
This course is 100% online including pre-recorded, live and exam components. Complete from your home or salon, no matter where you are.
Will I get a Certificate?
This Module is part of the Foundation Certificate in Nail Technology. A Sticker to add to your Foundation Certificate in Nail Technology certificate is included with this course, available after all criteria are met.
If you would like a certificate additional to the Foundation Certificate in Nail Technology qualification, you can purchase one in the ‘Certificates’ category of our online Shop.
Is there a Payment Plan?
Sure!
To enrol with a Payment Plan, use Coupon Code ACRYLICPAYPLAN at Check Out and enrol as normal. We’ll contact you to finish setting up your automatic payments. By completing both, you agree to 24 weekly payments of $112. Online content will be provided but you will not be able to book your live lessons and your kit will not be sent out until the first 12 payments are complete. If any payments default and are not made on time, this condition will be extended to the full 24 weeks. Full Terms can be viewed here. It’s important to note that this is a way to pay off a total obligation of $2688, not a subscription that you can stop at any time.
We may also be able to fit you into a group session for your live lessons and discount your course fees by $1078 – email us at [email protected] to ask if this is possible at this time.
You can also pay using a credit card, bank transfer or Afterpay.
Click to read our article ‘Top 5 Things to Consider When Choosing a Course’
*Live Lessons – It’s a common misconception that our online courses are just pre-recorded videos, however they actually include indepth live lessons done via Zoom. We genuinely find that students get better results from online training as they can see closer and across multiple angles, even recording their lessons to rewatch. However, if –
- You have previously completed training in the same subject and are using this course as a refresher.
- OR you plan on working towards the Introduction to Nail Technology
- OR you only plan on doing a couple of modules and are happy with an A5 ‘Short Course’ Certificate
– then use Coupon Code SHORTACRYLIC at Check Out and we’ll remove live lessons from your enrolment. You still have to do the Assessment though!
**Don’t need a kit? We do require you to use professional-only products during lessons and assessments, but if you already have these, that’s ok! Use Coupon Code NOKITACRYLIC at Check Out and we’ll remove the kit from your enrolment.
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Lesson Guide
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Introduction
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Getting Started
- Introduction to Liquid & Powder
- Beads and Ratios
- Downloadable Beads and Ratios Template
- Beads and Ratios – Review
- Beads and Ratios (Text Recap)
- Let’s Go to a Party
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- Need help?
- Natural Nail Preparation
- Brush on Gel
- 4 Reasons for Using Brush on Gel Under Enhancements (Text Recap)
- Liquid & Powder Overlay – Introduction
- Liquid and Powder Overlay – Video
- Liquid & Powder Overlay – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- Liquid & Powder Overlay – Self-Evaluation
- Just a Reminder
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Before You Extend...
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Basic Extensions
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extension with Forms – Introduction
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extension with Forms – Video
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extensions with Forms – Written Steps
- Filing
- Filing (Written Steps)
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extensions with Forms – Self Evaluation
- Blood Spill Drill
- Blood Spill Drill Answers
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extensions with Tips – Introduction
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extensions using Tips – Part One – Prep and Tip Application
- Applying Tips – Portfolio Submission
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extensions using Tips – Part Two – Application and Filing
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extensions with Tips – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- Natural Liquid & Powder Extensions with Tips – Self Evaluation
- Liquid & Powder Extensions with a Cover-to-Clear Powder Blend – Introduction
- Extensions with a Cover-to-Clear Powder Blend – Video
- Extensions with a Cover-to-Clear Powder Blend – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- Extensions with a Cover-to-Clear Powder Blend – Self Evaluation
- Full Set of Natural Extensions in Real Time
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French Extensions
- Just a Reminder
- French Liquid & Powder Extensions – Traditional Application – Introduction
- French Liquid & Powder Extensions – Traditional Application – Video
- French Liquid & Powder Extensions – Traditional Application – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- French Liquid & Powder Extensions – Traditional Application – Self Evaluation
- Reverse Application of French Liquid & Powder Extensions – Introduction
- Reverse Application of French Liquid & Powder Extensions – Video
- Reverse Application of French Liquid & Powder Extensions – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- Reverse Application of French Liquid & Powder Extensions – Self Evaluation
- French Liquid & Powder Extensions with Extended Nail Bed – Introduction
- French Liquid & Powder Extensions with Extended Nail Bed – Video
- French Liquid & Powder Extensions with Extended Nail Bed – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Optional}
- French Liquid & Powder Extensions with Extended Nail Bed – Self Evaluation
- Need Help?
- Full Set of French Acrylic in Real Time – Part One – Prep
- Full Set of French Acrylic in Real Time – Part Two – Application
- Full Set of French Acrylic in Real Time – Part Three – Filing
- Smile Lines VS C-Curves
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Maintenance
- Liquid & Powder Backfill – Introduction
- Liquid & Powder Backfill – Video
- Liquid & Powder Backfill – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- Liquid & Powder Backfill – Self Evaluation
- Liquid & Powder Rebalance – Introduction
- Liquid & Powder Rebalance – Video
- Liquid & Powder Rebalance – Written Steps
- Liquid & Powder Rebalance – Self Evaluation
- Repairing Cracks and Breaks
- Liquid & Powder Removal – Introduction
- Liquid & Powder Removal – Video
- Liquid & Powder Removal – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Compulsory}
- Liquid & Powder Removal – Self Evaluation
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Shapes
- Introduction to Shapes
- The Difference Between Various Shapes
- How to File Square Nails
- How to File Squoval Nails
- How to File Round Nails
- How to File Oval Nails
- How to Sculpt Oval Nails
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson! {Optional}
- How to Sculpt Almond Nails
- Sculpting vs Shaping Almond Nails
- Sculpting Stilettos
- Sculpting vs Shaping Coffin Nails
- Which Shape is the Strongest?
- Forms and Filing Cheat Sheet
- Changing Shapes – Part 1
- Changing Shapes – Part 2
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Finishing Options
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Acrylic-based Nail Art
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Bonus Content
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Finished!