Your Nail Journey Starts Here!
Have you been thinking about becoming a nail technician but don’t know where to start?
Maybe you’ve been looking at online courses, but you feel you’d learn better with someone beside you, showing you the techniques, checking your work and helping you when something doesn’t go right.
That’s exactly why I’ve created this course!
My Gel Beginners Course is designed for complete beginners who want to learn BIAB and hard gel extensions in person, step by step.
You’ll learn in a small group of just 4 students, with plenty of practical training, individual attention and time to ask questions.
And instead of trying to learn everything in a few consecutive days, we’ll meet every two weeks. This gives you time to practise at home, watch your online lessons and build your confidence between classes.
No previous experience needed. I’ll teach you from the very beginning!
Course Dates – January & February 2027
- Sunday, 10 January 2027 10am-4pm
- Sunday, 24 January 2027 10am-4pm
- Sunday, 7 February 2027 10am-4pm
- Sunday, 21 February 2027 10am-4pm
4 training days | 6 hours per day | 24 hours of practical training
3 AIT Accredited Certificates
During this course, you’ll learn two popular nail services and work towards two separate accredited certificates:
- Basic Electric File Certificate
- AIT Accredited Gel Polish incl.BIAB Certificate
- AIT Accredited Gel Extensions Certificate
Certificates are awarded after successfully completing the course and meeting the assessment requirements.
What Will You Learn?
You’ll learn the essential knowledge and practical skills needed to start your journey as a nail technician.
Nail Knowledge & Safety
- Natural nail anatomy and basic nail health
- Nail conditions and contraindications
- Hygiene, disinfection and safe working practices
- Understanding professional nail products and tools
- Safe salon procedures
Nail Preparation & Electric File
- Correct natural nail preparation
- Electric file basics
- Cuticle preparation and removal
- Choosing the correct drill bits
- Preparing nails for product application
- Safe product removal
- Common preparation mistakes and how to avoid them
BIAB – Builder in a Bottle
- Understanding BIAB and its uses
- Correct BIAB application
- Creating a strong and balanced nail structure
- Apex placement and product control
- Filing, shaping and finishing
- Understanding common causes of lifting
- How to recognise and correct application mistakes
Hard Gel Nail Extensions
- Understanding hard gel products
- Correct nail form placement
- Square and Almond nail extensions
- Building strong and balanced nail structures
- Correct apex placement
- Sidewalls and lower arches
- Product application and control
- Filing and shaping techniques
- Recognising and correcting common mistakes
Professional Salon Skills
- Preparing your workstation
- Understanding different natural nail types
- Choosing suitable products and techniques
- Working safely and professionally with clients
Real Hands-On Training
This isn’t a course where you’ll just sit and watch me working!
You’ll practise the techniques yourself while I demonstrate, explain and guide you.
We’ll start by working on your own nails, giving you the chance to learn the techniques and understand how the products behave.
I’ll check your work, help you correct mistakes and explain why something needs to be done differently.
During your final training day, you’ll bring your own model and have the opportunity to put your new skills into practice on a real person.
I’ll be there to guide you throughout the process.
Online Learning Materials Included
Your learning doesn’t stop when you leave the academy!
You’ll also receive access to online learning materials to support your practical training.
You can watch lessons at home, revise important information and practise between our training days.
This means we’ll have more time to focus on your practical skills when we’re together.
Why Choose La Perfecta Academy?
Small Groups – Maximum 4 Students
I keep my groups small because I want to have enough time for every student.
You’ll receive individual attention, feedback on your work and help whenever you need it.
Learn Step by Step
Our training days are approximately two weeks apart.
You’ll have time to practise, understand the techniques and come back with questions instead of trying to remember everything from a few consecutive days.
24 Hours of Practical Training
You’ll spend four training days learning and practising with me in person.
3 AIT Accredited Certificates
You’ll train electric file basics, gel polish incl. BIAB and hard gel extensions, working towards three separate accredited certificates.
Online Lessons Included
You’ll have learning materials to support your practice between classes.
Real Model Experience
You’ll have the opportunity to practise working on a real person during your final training day, with my guidance and support.
Optional Starter Kit – €150
All products and equipment needed during our practical training sessions are provided by the academy.
However, because we’ll meet every two weeks, I really recommend practising at home between classes.
If you don’t already have your own nail products and tools, you can purchase an optional Starter Kit for €150.
You can add the Starter Kit to your basket when booking your course.
The Starter Kit is optional and is not included in the €799 course fee.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is perfect for you if:
- You’ve never done nails before.
- You want to become a nail technician.
- You want someone to check your work and help you understand your mistakes.
- You want to learn both BIAB and hard gel extensions.
- You want practical experience before starting to work with clients.
- You’re ready to learn something new!
You don’t need any previous nail experience to join.
Course Information
Course: Gel Beginners Course – In-Person Training
Dates: 10 & 24 January, 7 & 21 February 2027
Training days: Sundays
Duration: 4 days × 6 hours (24 hours in total)
Location: La Perfecta Academy
Course price: €799
Optional Starter Kit: €150 – available to add to your basket during booking
Group size: Maximum 4 students
Previous experience: Not required
Certification: 3 AIT Accredited Certificates – Electric File, Gel Polish incl. BIAB & Gel Extensions, awarded upon successful completion of the required assessments
Online learning materials: Included
Products and equipment during training: Provided by the academy
Model: Required for the final training day
A detailed training schedule and preparation information will be sent to students after booking.
Booking & Payment Options
You can secure your place with a €150 non-refundable deposit or pay the full course fee when booking.
Course fee: €799
Optional Starter Kit: €150
Deposit: €150
Remaining balance: €649 (or €799 with the Starter Kit)
The remaining balance must be paid by 3 January 2027, before the first training day.
If you’d like to pay in instalments, please pay the deposit first to secure your place. Then email me at laperfectanailacademy@gmail.com so we can agree on a payment plan for the remaining balance.
Can I book my place with a deposit?
Yes! You don’t have to pay the full course fee straight away.
You can secure your place with a €150 non-refundable deposit and pay the remaining balance by 3 January 2027.
If you’d like to pay in instalments, email me after paying your deposit so we can arrange a payment plan. You’ll need to sign a payment plan agreement confirming the payment amounts and due dates. The full remaining balance must be paid by 21 February 2027, the last day of the course.
You can also choose to pay the full amount when booking.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
1. Do I need any previous nail experience?
Not at all!
This course is designed for complete beginners. You don’t need to know how to use an electric file, apply BIAB or build gel extensions before joining.
I’ll teach you everything step by step.
2. Will I receive certificates after completing the course?
Yes!
You’ll be working towards two separate AIT accredited certificates:
- Basic Electric File
- Gel Polish incl. BIAB
- Gel Extensions
Certificates are awarded after successfully completing the training and meeting the assessment requirements.
3. Why is the course spread over four training days?
Because learning nails takes practice!
I want you to have time to understand the techniques, practise at home and come back with questions.
Meeting every two weeks gives you time to build your skills instead of trying to learn everything in a few consecutive days.
4. Will I be practising on real nails?
Yes!
You’ll practise on your own nails during the course.
On your final training day, you’ll bring a model and experience working on a real person with my guidance.
5. Do I need to bring a model?
Yes, but only for the final training day.
You’ll receive more information about your model and how to prepare for the session after booking.
6. Do I need to bring my own products?
No.
All products and equipment needed during the practical training sessions are provided by the academy.
However, you’ll need suitable products and tools if you want to practise at home between classes.
7. Is the Starter Kit included in the course price?
No, the Starter Kit is optional.
The course costs €799, and you can purchase the Starter Kit for an additional €150.
You can add it to your basket when booking your course.
8. Do I have to buy the Starter Kit?
No, you don’t have to buy it.
If you already have suitable products and tools for home practice, you can use your own.
But if you’re starting from zero, I recommend having your own kit so you can practise between our training days.
9. Will I have access to online lessons?
Yes!
Online learning materials are included in your course.
You can use them to revise important information, watch techniques again and support your home practice.
10. How many students will be in the group?
A maximum of 4 students.
I keep my groups small because I want to give everyone enough attention and support during practical work.
11. Can I start working as a nail technician after this course?
Yes, you can start working after the course, but I recommend getting some practice before taking paying clients.
I usually recommend completing at least 10-15 full sets of nail extensions to build your confidence and improve your skills. You can practise on friends, family members or yourself.
This practice will help you feel more comfortable with the products, techniques and each step of the treatment. During the course, I’ll explain exactly how to approach your practice and what steps to take before you start working with paying clients.
12. Will I receive the detailed training schedule?
Yes.
After booking, you’ll receive information about your training, what to prepare and what to expect during each session.
13. What if I’m nervous because I’ve never done nails before?
That’s completely normal!
Everyone has to start somewhere, and I don’t expect you to arrive knowing how to do nails.
My job is to teach you, guide you and help you understand your mistakes.
You’ll have time to practise, ask questions and learn step by step.
Ready to Start Your Nail Journey?
You don’t need experience to start. You just need to be ready to learn!
I’ll be there to show you the techniques, answer your questions and help you build your skills and confidence.
4 practical training days. Small group. Personal guidance. 3 AIT accredited certificates.
Only 4 places available!
Book Your Place Today!
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