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Level 2 Certificate in Nail Enhancement Services

The Level 2 Certificate in Nail Enhancement Services offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in natural-nail preparation, acrylic, gel, fibreglass and silk enhancement systems, maintenance, safe removal, client consultation and nail-service hygiene.

Professional learning
Practical learning
Practical learning Build knowledge and skills for professional progression.
Overview

About this qualification

The Level 2 Certificate in Nail Enhancement Services offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in natural-nail preparation, acrylic, gel, fibreglass and silk enhancement systems, maintenance, safe removal, client consultation and nail-service hygiene.

Professional development
Professional development Build practical knowledge for real-world opportunities

Career-focused

Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.

Curriculum

What you'll cover

Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:

  1. Nail Enhancement Fundamentals
  2. Client Consultation
  3. Nail Analysis
  4. Treatment Suitability
  5. Natural Nail Preparation
  6. Cleansing
  7. Nail Shaping
  8. Cuticle Care
  9. Acrylic Systems
  10. Acrylic Application
  11. Acrylic Sculpting
  12. Acrylic Removal
  13. Gel Systems
  14. Gel Application
  15. Gel Curing
  16. Gel Removal
  17. Fibreglass Systems
  18. Silk Systems
  19. Nail Overlays
  20. Nail Reinforcement
  21. Infills
  22. Rebalancing
  23. Enhancement Repair
  24. Nail-Service Hygiene
  25. Client Aftercare
  26. Portfolio Development
Who this qualification is designed for
Audience
Audience

Who it's designed for

This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:

  • Nail Technology Learners
  • Junior Nail Technicians
  • Salon and Spa Personnel
  • Individuals developing nail-enhancement skills
Benefits of this qualification
Benefits
Benefits

What you'll gain

Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:

  • Develop nail-enhancement competence.
  • Strengthen acrylic and gel skills.
  • Improve fibreglass and silk-system awareness.
  • Develop maintenance and repair competence.
  • Improve hygiene and aftercare practices.
  • Build practical nail-service portfolio evidence.
Assessment

How this qualification is assessed

The assessment pattern for this OXQUAL programme is outlined below.

  • Assessment Type: Practical assessments, written examination and portfolio review.
  • Format: Skills demonstrations, multiple-choice questions, client case studies and oral defence.
  • Total Questions: 60 theory questions plus multiple practical tasks and portfolio submission.
  • Passing Score: 70%.
  • Duration: 6–8 weeks (120–150 hours total).
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