Nail Technician
A nail technician provides manicure and pedicure services, including nail shaping, polishing, and applying nail art.
£15,500 to £22,000 Salary
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35 to 39 Typical Weekly Hours
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Key responsibilities:
Perform manicures and pedicures
Apply nail polish, gel, acrylics, or other nail enhancements
Provide nail art, designs, and decorative elements
Maintain cleanliness and sterilize tools and equipment
Assess nail health and provide care recommendations
Manage appointment bookings and client records
Key skills:
Attention to detail
Communication
Creativity
Sensitivity
Patience
Organisational
Related Courses
| Intro to Beauty Therapy | 2 weeks |
| Lash Lift | 1 week |
| Intro to Nail Technology | 2 weeks |
| Intro to Beauty Therapy Massage | 2 weeks |
| Level 1 Intro to the Hair & Beauty Sector | 40 weeks |
| Level 2 Beauty Specialist Diploma | 20 weeks |
| Level 2 Nail Technology Certificate | 15 weeks |
| Level 3 Beauty Diploma | 33 weeks |
| Level 3 Reflexology Diploma | 30 weeks |
| Level 3 Beauty Therapy Massage | 37 weeks |
| Microsoft Office | 16 weeks |
| English | Various |
| Maths | Various |
| Digital | Various |