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Certificate in Liquid and Powder Nail Enhancements

Professional acrylic nail techniques and liquid/powder systems

Accreditation Code

BA-C-005

Program Details

Duration

6 weeks

Level

Intermediate

Format

Technical Training

Prerequisites

Basic nail technology knowledge
Understanding of nail anatomy and health
Experience with basic nail services
Manual dexterity and precision skills

Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, you will be able to:

Master liquid and powder acrylic systems
Apply professional nail extension techniques
Execute nail sculpting and shaping methods
Perform acrylic nail maintenance and repairs
Provide comprehensive acrylic nail consultations
Maintain safety and hygiene standards

Assessment Methods

Acrylic application demonstrations
Nail extension portfolio assessments
Technical skill evaluations
Client consultation and care tests

Career Opportunities

This certification opens doors to various career paths:

Acrylic Nail Specialist
Nail Enhancement Technician
Advanced Nail Technician
Nail Salon Specialist
Mobile Acrylic Nail Artist

Program Overview

Duration: 6 weeks

Study Mode: Technical Training

Level: Intermediate

Course Syllabus

Acrylic Chemistry and Product Knowledge

1 week (20 hours)

Topics Covered:

Understanding acrylic chemistry and polymerization process
Master liquid and powder ratios and consistency
Apply proper product storage and handling
Understand different acrylic systems and brands
Apply safety protocols for acrylic applications
Understand nail preparation for acrylic enhancements

Learning Outcomes:

Understand acrylic chemistry and polymerization process
Master liquid and powder ratios and consistency
Apply proper product storage and handling
Understand different acrylic systems and brands
Apply safety protocols for acrylic applications
Understand nail preparation for acrylic enhancements

Acrylic Application Techniques

2.5 weeks (50 hours)

Topics Covered:

Master tip application and blending for acrylics
Execute sculpted acrylic nails using forms
Apply proper bead placement and shaping
Master zone application and nail architecture
Execute overlay applications for natural nail strengthening
Apply proper curing and setting techniques

Learning Outcomes:

Master tip application and blending for acrylics
Execute sculpted acrylic nails using forms
Apply proper bead placement and shaping
Master zone application and nail architecture
Execute overlay applications for natural nail strengthening
Apply proper curing and setting techniques

Shaping, Filing, and Finishing

1.5 weeks (30 hours)

Topics Covered:

Master various nail shapes and their applications
Execute professional filing and buffing techniques
Apply surface preparation and smoothing methods
Perform cuticle work on enhanced nails
Apply finishing techniques for natural appearance
Execute polish application on acrylic enhancements

Learning Outcomes:

Master various nail shapes and their applications
Execute professional filing and buffing techniques
Apply surface preparation and smoothing methods
Perform cuticle work on enhanced nails
Apply finishing techniques for natural appearance
Execute polish application on acrylic enhancements

Maintenance, Repairs, and Removal

1 week (20 hours)

Topics Covered:

Perform acrylic nail fills and maintenance
Execute crack and break repair techniques
Apply rebalancing and reshaping procedures
Master safe acrylic removal techniques
Understand nail restoration after removal
Provide comprehensive aftercare and maintenance advice

Learning Outcomes:

Perform acrylic nail fills and maintenance
Execute crack and break repair techniques
Apply rebalancing and reshaping procedures
Master safe acrylic removal techniques
Understand nail restoration after removal
Provide comprehensive aftercare and maintenance advice

Assessment Methods

Practical acrylic application demonstrations (40%)
Portfolio assessment of nail enhancement work (30%)
Written examination on chemistry and safety (20%)
Client consultation and care evaluation (10%)

Career Opportunities

Acrylic Nail Specialist
Nail Enhancement Technician
Advanced Nail Technician
Nail Salon Specialist
Mobile Acrylic Nail Artist
Nail Art Designer
Salon Owner/Manager
Nail Product Sales Representative