
Set up a comfortable nail tech workspace with adjustable desk height, supportive chairs, and organized gel storage. Learn ventilation, HEPA filtration, dust control, and lighting for color and eye safety.
Master ergonomic practices for nail technicians by maintaining a 90-degree sitting posture with feet flat, avoiding neck and back strain, and incorporating stretching, breaks, hydration, and standing between clients.
Technical details regarding proper disinfection. Please see the detailed disinfection demonstration in the Disinfection Demonstration lecture.
Observe and practice proper disinfection procedures for nail tools and surfaces, using region-approved solutions, checking expiry, following manufacturer guidelines, and rinsing and drying before storage.
Learn how nail diseases are caused by fungi or bacteria, how to spot abnormal shapes and discoloration, and why you must refer clients to a doctor to prevent spread.
Explore natural nail structure and proper manicure procedures, learning about the nail plate, nail bed, matrix, lunula, and guards—proximal and lateral folds and hyponychium, plus the cuticle.
Learn to perform gel manicures with proper cuticle care, alcohol prep, and nail shaping, then apply gel polish with precise brushes, cure, top coat, and cuticle oil.
Diagnose gel polish chips by evaluating application thickness, prep quality, primer use, and nail plate differences, and note how thinner, softer nails and longer nails wear differently.
Explore how to select high-quality nail brushes and master versatile tools—from large oval sculpting brushes to flower, line art, and ombre brushes—for flawless sculpting, shading, and nail art.
Master safe electric filing with the Pro Power 20K Precision, maintaining a flat grip, no pressure, and overlapping left-right strokes to prep the natural nail and remove product efficiently.
Discover how to safely use three e-file bits—the safety, diamond, and ceramic bits—for cuticle relief, under-nail cleaning, prep, and efficient product removal.
Master customizing nail forms to extend nails by bending for the natural c-curve, aligning a straight central line, and securing a snug fit under the free edge.
Place the form under the free edge for a tight fit, align straight form lines to the finger, and position the stress zone for square, oval, and coffin ballerina nails.
Structural overview of nail preparation steps. For details on each step involved in nail preparation, please refer to sculpting lectures: Sculpting Almond Shape, Sculpting Coffin / Ballerina Shape, Sculpting Square Shape.
Learn how to perform gel nail fills with proper prep, precise sculpting, and maintenance to prevent lifting, schedule fills every three to five weeks, and avoid mixing builder gel systems.
Discover why gel nails lift and how proper prep, cuticle cleaning, nail dehydration, and primer prevent lifting; avoid thick gel near the skin and keep the area clean.
Learn to select the builder gel and nail length and shape for each client, using flexible gel for thin nails and fiber-reinforced gels for long nails, and avoid mixing systems.
Learn how you can create textured designs in minutes.
Lears now to create line art designs and use One Coat Coverage glitter Gel Paints.
Learn how to set stones that will last weeks fast and easy.
Learn how to make one of the classical glitter fade looks.
Learn how to mix colours properly to get your own custom colours!
Learn how to combine ombre and gradient effects in one design.
Learn how to create stunning shimmer fade in just minutes.
Learn how to create hand painted lace design with variable line thickness and light ombre background.
Hands on lecture showing you how to create more complex textured objects.
Learn how to add elegant foil accents to your designs in just seconds.
Learn how to add artistic designs details on a matte ombre background.
Creating a stunning line art design incorporating rose gold colour.
Master flower painting on nails by using the correct brush, gel, and pressure to avoid mistakes and enjoy creating perfect florals.
Learn to use brushes perfectly, preserve them, and extend their life to help you craft beautiful nails. Avoid common brush mistakes for durable, professional results.
Identify and fix common gel application mistakes by using proper brush angle and light pressure, mastering smile line wiping, and executing flawless French and swirl designs.
Learn to attract clients by building a strong Facebook business page, aligning offers with your USP, and communicating quality and hygiene to convert new clients into regulars.
Discover how to price nail services by balancing allocation, competition, expertise, and efficiency, considering living costs, and set premium yet competitive fees with a base price of $70.
Welcome to Expert Nail Technician Course, the most comprehensive course that covers all the details of being an Expert Nail Technician!
If you go through the course and practice, you will be able to amaze your clients with stunning designs, charge premium fees and get fully booked fast!
The course is organized into different sections and features different difficulty levels. So no matter whether you are a fresh nail tech, an aspiring nail tech or a veteran nail technician, there's lots of information that will be extremely valuable for you!
Expert Nail Technician course is not product specific, so you are welcome to use any brand you are currently using as long as it lets you achieve the results you are aiming for.
The course is being taught by 3 expert instructors and the main instructor, Liliya Saxon, is an industry veteran who has taught over 400 nail technicians.
Don’t miss on this unique opportunity to boost your career that can mean being able to finally take that one extra vacation you always wanted, growing your business and opening your own salon or becoming recognized in the nail tech community!