This nail technician and artistry course has completely transformed my skills and confidence.
LLarnia WNail Technology & Artistry student
12 monthsaccess to your course
About 100 hoursof study, at your own pace
100% onlineon your phone, tablet or laptop
Unlimited supportfrom tutors during business hours
No examspractical activities instead
14-day money backif it’s not right for you
Free starter kitNail Tech kit
Over 25,000 students a year study with The Career Academy
What you could earn in Ireland*
Nail technician€28k to €34k
Senior nail technician€32k to €40k
Salon or spa manager€35k to €40k
Roles you could go for
Nail technician
Gel & acrylic nail specialist
Manicurist
Pedicurist
Nail art specialist
Nail bar technician
Freelance nail artist
Mobile nail service provider
*Typical full-time salaries in Ireland, from CareersPortal.ie and live job ads on Indeed and IrishJobs (November 2026). Hourly rates are worked out at 39 hours a week. A guide only, not a promise of a job or earnings. Pay depends on where you work, your experience and the employer, and some employers ask for salon experience or other qualifications. Self-employed? You set your own prices.
What you’ll learn
10 modules, from the basics to client-ready treatments.
Nail Technology & Artistry
Introduction to nail care & technology
Providing nail services
Nail anatomy & physiology
Manicure techniques
Nail polish application
Introduction to nail enhancements
Gel polish (Shellac) application
Acrylic enhancements
Gel enhancements
Dip powder (SNS) enhancements
Free Nail Tech Starter Kit
Practise at home with professional products, included with your course.
11 items in your kit
Base coat
Top coat
Red nail polish
Nail polish remover 120ml
Nail surface cleanser 120ml
Cuticle oil pen
Nail brush
Nail clipper
240 grit file
Orangewood sticks x50
Lint-free pads x100
Your kit is sent after the 14-day cooling-off period if you pay in full, or after 4 successful payments on a payment plan.
How it compares
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Over 20 years of salon experience and an Education Ambassador for CND, one of the world’s leading nail brands. Nicole reviews your practical work and gives you personal feedback.
Her videos are so easy to follow.
Olly M, beauty student
How you’ll study
100% online, study whenever suits you
Video lessons you can pause and rewatch
Practical activities you photograph or film at home
Short knowledge checks after lessons, never exams
Certificate of Achievement when you finish
Support & extras
Unlimited tutor support by phone and email during business hours
Feedback from your mentor on every practical activity
Message your mentor privately whenever you’re stuck
Live online events and Q&As
Student discussion boards
Eligible graduates can apply for IICT membership and insurance
Wholesale prices on professional products through Barneys Salon Supplies
Abby, a 24/7 digital assistant to help you find your way around the course
Career coaching: help with your CV and interviews
Gain an industry accredited qualification
Our courses are accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and The Career Academy is approved and registered with IARC. Beauty courses are delivered with our education partner Ulleo, and eligible graduates can apply for professional membership and insurance with IICT. These are industry accreditations, not QQI awards.
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Take a look inside
A quick look at how our online beauty courses work, from the video lessons to your practical assessments.
Study on your phone, tablet or laptop
Practise at home with step-by-step videos
Get feedback from a working beauty professional
What students say about this course
From testimonials shared by TCA beauty students.
This nail technician and artistry course has completely transformed my skills and confidence.
LLarnia WNail Technology & Artistry
Every time I submitted work, her feedback was incredibly fast, detailed, and genuinely helpful.
MMelissaNail Technology & Artistry
At first I was nervous, but once you get started it’s very doable.
NNga WNail Technology & Artistry
Her videos are so easy to follow.
OOlly MOn mentor Nicole Moore
Nail Technology & Artistry: your questions
Still not sure? Call 01 437 8559 and a student advisor will help.
Do I need any experience?
No. The course starts with the basics and builds up step by step. Most students don’t feel ready when they enrol. They feel ready once they get started.
How does the payment plan work?
It’s €29 a week, or you can pay fortnightly or monthly instead. There’s no deposit and no credit check, and you keep paying until the course fee of €1,599 is covered. You can also pay the full fee upfront. Your first payment is taken when you enrol.
How long do I have to finish?
You have 12 months of access. Most people need about 100 hours of study in total, so you can go at your own pace around work and family. You can start as soon as you enrol.
When does my free kit arrive?
Your Nail Tech Starter Kit is sent after the 14-day cooling-off period if you pay in full, or after 4 successful payments if you’re on a payment plan.
Who delivers the course?
You enrol with The Career Academy and your course is delivered by our education partner Ulleo, a beauty training specialist, on their online learning platform.
Are there exams?
No exams, ever. You complete practical activities at home and send photos or videos to your mentor, who gives you personal feedback. Short knowledge checks after lessons help you keep on track.
What qualification will I get?
A Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. Our courses are accredited by ICOES and the CPD Standards Office, and we’re approved and registered with IARC. It’s an industry accredited certificate, not a QQI award or a national qualification.
Will this help me earn?
We can’t promise a job or a set income, and nobody honestly can. The salary guide on this page shows typical Irish pay for these roles. What the course gives you is the skills, practice and certificate to go after them, or to start taking clients.
What if I change my mind?
You’re covered by our 14-day money-back guarantee, counted from your welcome email. Let us know within 14 days and we’ll refund you.
Your details and course choice, online in a few minutes. No call or appointment needed.
Get your login
Your course login is emailed to you, so you can start straight away.
Learn at your own pace
Study online whenever suits, with tutor support when you need it.
Try it for 14 days
If the course isn’t right for you, let us know within 14 days and we’ll refund you in full.
A qualification you can show clients
When you finish, you’ll receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. It’s an industry accredited qualification, recognised internationally.
See what studying with us looks like
Video lessons, practical tasks you can do at home and real feedback from beauty professionals.
Independent reviews. These reviews are written by students and published by Trustpilot, not by us. Companies on Trustpilot can’t pay to hide or remove reviews, good or bad.
Nail Technology student
Since I enrolled with careers academy
Since I enrolled with careers academy, they have being notting but helpful to me. If you ask any questions etc they get back to you straight away. I would highly recommend them. Im doing a nail course , really enjoying it.
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Questions before you enrol
Still not sure? Call 01 437 8559 and a student advisor will help you pick.
How does the weekly payment work?
You pay a small amount each week, fortnight or month until your course fee is paid. No deposit and no credit check. Your first payment is taken when you enrol, and the weekly price is shown on every course.
What if I change my mind?
You’re covered by our 14-day money-back guarantee. Let us know within 14 days of enrolling and we’ll refund you in full.
How long do I have to finish?
Between 12 and 24 months, depending on the course. It’s shown on each course. Study in your own time and at your own pace.
Do I need any experience?
No. The courses start with the basics and build up to client-ready treatments.
Is everything online?
Yes. You study online whenever suits you, with tutor support along the way.
What qualification will I get?
You’ll receive a Certificate of Achievement from The Career Academy. It’s an industry accredited, internationally recognised qualification.
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