Level 2 Certificate in Nail Treatments
The Level 2 Certificate in Nail Treatments offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in manicure, pedicure, nail preparation, professional finishing, client consultation, hygiene, aftercare and salon nail-care services.
About this qualification
The Level 2 Certificate in Nail Treatments offered by OXQUAL develops practical competence in manicure, pedicure, nail preparation, professional finishing, client consultation, hygiene, aftercare and salon nail-care services.
Career-focused
Develop relevant skills and knowledge that can support your next professional step.
What you'll cover
Key topics covered in this OXQUAL programme include:
- Nail-Treatment Fundamentals
- Professional Conduct
- Client Consultation
- Nail Analysis
- Natural Nail Structure
- Hand and Foot Preparation
- Cleansing
- Exfoliation
- Soaking
- Manicure Techniques
- Nail Shaping
- Cuticle Care
- Pedicure Techniques
- Foot Care
- Polish Application
- French Polish
- Decorative Finishes
- Conditioning Treatments
- Spa Manicure Awareness
- Spa Pedicure Awareness
- Paraffin-Wax Awareness
- Nail Strengthening
- Infection Prevention
- Client Aftercare
- Portfolio Development
Who it's designed for
This OXQUAL programme is suitable for:
- Nail Technology Learners
- Junior Nail Technicians
- Beauty-Therapy Learners
- Salon and Spa Personnel
What you'll gain
Successful completion of this OXQUAL programme can help learners to:
- Develop manicure and pedicure competence.
- Strengthen natural-nail care skills.
- Improve professional finishing techniques.
- Develop salon hygiene practices.
- Improve client consultation and aftercare.
- Build practical nail-treatment portfolio evidence.
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: 50 theory questions plus multiple practical tasks and portfolio submission.
- Passing Score: 70%.
- Duration: 4–6 weeks (80–100 hours total).
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