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This is an intensive two-day training course, delivered with a maximum of two students to allow for focused guidance and personalised support throughout the training.
6th + 7th June
28th + 29th June
11th + 12th July
If you cannot find a suitable date, please enquire about alternative availability at unicanailacademy@gmail.com
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This course is suitable for anyone starting their career in nails, complete beginners, or nail technicians who feel unsure in their manicure work and want to develop a clearer method with the e-file. It is designed for those who want to build confidence, improve technique and work to a higher professional standard.
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E-FILE COMPOSITION AND SPEED
DRILL BITS KNOWLEDGE
HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR E-FILE AND DRILL BITS CLEANING PROCEDURE
NAIL ANATOMY
TYPES OF CUTICLES AND HOW TO WORK WITH THEM
DRY MANICURE (WORKING WITH ONLY 2 DRILL BIOTS)
COMBY MANICURE (WORKING WITH 1 DRILL BIT + SCISSORS)
SAFE REMOVAL
PHOTO TIPS
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Full practical training
Course manual
Certificate of completion
Small group training with personalised guidance
Post-course support
ESSENTIAL KIT (excluding e-file machine)
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Before the course, you will receive access to pre-recorded lessons.
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Day 1 | 9am - 4pm
Hands-on E-File manicure practice with guidance and correctionDay 2: 10am - 4 pm
Practice on a real model, building confidence and consistencyCourse requires a model on second day and should arrive around 11:00am.
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A model is required for the second day of training. Both you and your model may attend with nail product in place (gel, BIAB, or hard gel only), as the course includes practical instruction on product removal. It is acceptable if you arrive with no product on your own nails. Your chosen model should show visible cuticle growth and must not have had a manicure or infill for at least two weeks prior to the course date.
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Unica Nail Academy
2A King Street, Stirling
First floor
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The course includes a Staleks kit, but please note that an e-file machine is not included.
All products and materials required for the training day will be provided, so students will have everything needed to complete the course. However, it is strongly recommended that students purchase their own e-file machine before attending, so they can begin practising with the same equipment they intend to use moving forward.
As not all e-file machines perform in the same way, becoming familiar with your own machine can make a significant difference in building confidence, control and consistency after training.
If you are unsure which e-file machine may be most suitable, guidance can be provided prior to the course.
Course details
“The information and knowledge Erina has is Unbelievable and I’m so happy I picked this course.
Anytime I wasn’t doing something correct Erina made sure I done it over again until I knew what to do…”
Lauren W.
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