HARD GEL BEGINNERS COURSE

Prescriptive Hard Gel Education

Duration

1 Full Day (7 Hours)

Qualification Requirements

Builder Gel qualification required

COURSE OVERVIEW

The Hard Gel Beginners Course is designed for nail technicians who already hold a builder gel qualification and want to confidently progress into hard gel systems

This one-day course focuses on understanding hard gel as a product, its unique properties, and how to work with it safely and correctly to create strong, long-lasting enhancements

You’ll learn a prescriptive approach to hard gel, including overlays and extensions using both tips and forms, ensuring correct structure, balance, and longevity without compromising nail health

This course is ideal for technicians looking to elevate their skills and master a system renowned for its durability, versatility, and hypoallergenic qualities

WHO THIS COURSE IS FOR

This course is ideal for:

• qualified builder gel nail technicians
• techs looking to progress into hard gel systems
• nail professionals wanting to offer stronger, more durable enhancements
• those who want to refine structure, balance, and product control

A builder gel qualification is required to attend this course

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

Nail & Product Foundations

• Skin anatomy and physiology
• Nail abnormalities and how to identify them
• Contra-indications and contra-actions
• Understanding allergies and sensitivities
• Equipment and essential tools
• Prescriptive manicure principles

Health, Safety & Professional Practice

• First aid procedures
• Risk assessments
• Fire safety and COSHH regulations
• Correct product storage
• Sterilization and disinfection
• Salon hygiene standards
• Health and safety best practices
• Professional ethics and standards of practice
• GDPR compliance

Practical Hard Gel Skills

• What hard gel is and how it differs from other systems
• Understanding hard gel properties and applications
• Hard gel overlays
• Hard gel extensions using forms
• Hard gel extensions using tips
• Correct structure and balance for durability
• Safe removal techniques
• Infills and maintenance
• Aftercare advice for clients

WHAT’S INCLUDED IN YOUR KIT

Tier 1 Kit Includes

Your Tier 1 Kit includes the essential professional products and tools required to complete the course and confidently begin offering hard gel services

• Hard gel system 5ml Core, Express & Fibre
• Gel colour
• SuperShine top coat
• Long liner brush
• Medium gel brush
• 240 grit nail file
• 150 grit nail file
• 100/180 buffer
• HONA Forms
• Manual & Certificate
• TrueSculpt Application Brush

This kit has been carefully selected to support safe application, correct structure, and long-lasting results when working with hard gel systems

Tier 2 Kit Upgrade (Optional)

Students have the option to upgrade to a Tier 2 Kit, which includes an expanded range of professional products and tools to support continued practice and more advanced hard gel services

Please enquire for full Tier 2 Kit details

COURSE INVESTMENT

Tier 1 Kit Option: £398

A £75 non-refundable deposit is required to secure your place and is deducted from the total course cost

HOW TO BOOK

Places can be secured with a deposit or paid in full

• Book & Pay Deposit
• Pay in Full
• Have a question? Enquire here

If you’re unsure whether this course is right for you, please send an enquiry — I’m happy to guide you

WHY THIS COURSE IS DIFFERENT

This course isn’t about learning another product quickly.

It’s about:

• Understanding hard gel properly
• Working prescriptively, not generically
• Building strong, balanced enhancements
• Delivering safe, long-lasting results for clients

You’ll leave with the confidence, knowledge, and technical understanding to successfully introduce hard gel services into your salon