NELÉ Training Academy offers a variety of comprehensive nail courses designed to either start or boost your nail career.
Professional Nail Education
Our courses are developed and set out by a team of experts with extensive experience working and educating in the nail industry to ensure the highest standards of nail education in the field. Our goal is not only to teach you how to create a beautiful set of nails but also to support you in building your own successful nail business – we are with you all the way!
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Why Choose NELÉ Nail Education
NELÉ Training Academy offers a variety of comprehensive nail courses designed to either start or boost your nail career. Our courses are developed and set out by a team of experts with extensive experience working and educating in the nail industry to ensure the highest standards of nail education in the field. Our goal is not only to teach you how to create a beautiful set of nails but also to support you in building your own successful nail business – we are with you all the way!
NELÉ Nail Academy Success Rate
At NELÉ Nail Academy we have achieved a 91% course completion rate – out of every 100 students who sign up for a Novice Course, 91% of these students have completed the course and have passed their final exams. This means
that students who completed the training are fully qualified and are able to apply for employment or start their own nail business – fully equipped with the knowledge required to succeed.
Multi Leveled Skills Educational Approach
All educational programs offered by NELÉ Nail Academy are designed to accommodate the current level of skills of our students – Novice, Intermediate or Advanced.
LEVEL
NOVICE
- Novice Gel Technology Course
- Electric Nail Filing Competency
- Mixed Medium Novice Class
- Novice Art Class
LEVEL
INTERMEDIATE
- Conversion Course
- Shaping & Sculpting Class
- Intermediate French Class
- Intermediate Art Class
LEVEL
ADVANCE
- Ombré Masterclass
- Watercolour Nail Designs
- Advanced Free Hand Class
- Advanced Art Class
Novice Gel Technology Course
NELÉ Novice Gel Technology Course is designed for students with no previous experience in the nail industry. Completing this course will equip you with the essential knowledge required to successfully start your career as a Professional Nail Technician specializing in gel enhancements services.
Course Duration
- Theory, Practical & E-File Training : 5 days
- Rebalance, Fill & Trouble Shooting : 1 day
- Practical and Theory Assessment : 1 day
Skills Level
Course Program
- Hygiene & Safety, Business Basics and Nail Anatomy
- Disorders & Diseases, Allergies and Science Behind Gel
- Product Knowledge and Nail Plate PREP
- Basic Overlay, Rubber Foundation Overlay, Overlay with Strength and Structure
- Reverse French and Nail Enhancement with Length and Structure
- Tip Application, Rebalance and Fill
- Additional Services and Trouble Shooting
- Electric Nail Filing.
Course Price
- Option 1 – R8500.00 Cost of training includes a full Comprehensive NELÉ Gel Product Kit, registration and examination fees, Novice Gel Technology Certificate of Completion and Electric Nail Filing Competency Certificate.
- Option 2 – R13500.00 Cost of training includes a full Comprehensive NELÉ Gel Product Kit, Saeshin Strong 210 Electric Nail File with Essential Drill Bits Kit, registration and examination fees, Novice Gel Technology Certificate of Completion and Electric Nail Filing Competency Certificate.
NELÉ Gel Conversion Course
NELÉ Gel Conversion Course is designed for qualified Nail Technicians who already completed their training with other gel brands and would like to convert to using NELÉ Sculpting Gels in servicing their clients.
Completing this course will equip you with an indepth Product Knowledge, brand-unique application and 5 Step Filing Techniques, as well as solutions for maximizing profits in your Nail Business.
Course Duration
Skills Level
Course Program
- Hygiene, Safety and Allergies
- Science Behind Gel
- Product Knowledge
- Nail Plate PREP and Product Application
Techniques - Reverse French Application Technique
- 5 Step Filing Technique
- Rebalance & Fill, Additional Services and Trouble Shooting
Course Price
1 Day : R2250.00
Cost of training includes an Essential NELÉ Gel Product Kit to the value of R2000.00, registration fees and light lunch. Conversion Certificate of Proficiency will be issued by your Educator upon successful practical assessment.
2 Day : R2950.00
Cost of training includes an Essential NELÉ Gel Product Kit to the value of R2000.00, registration fees and light lunch. Conversion Certificate of Proficiency will be issued by your Educator upon successful practical assessment. The two day Conversion includes a full day one-on-one training with your Educator.
Electric Filing Competency Course
NELÉ Electric Filing Competency Course is designed for Nail Technicians who have no previous experience in using an Electric Nail File or for Nail Technicians who want to learn how to use their Electric Nail File to its full potential. Completing this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge on how to use an Electric Nail File and E-File bits correctly and safely during all stages of the nail service – from PREP to finish. During this course you will also learn how to maintain your Electric Nail File in a top performing condition and take care of the E-File bits to ensure their longevity.
Course Duration
Practical Training: 1 day
Student Competency Practical Assessment will be performed by your Educator on the day of training.
Skills Level
Course Program
- Hygeine and E-File Safety
- Product Knowledge
- Professional Electric Nail File (Electronics, E-File
Bits and E-File Technique) - Natural Nail Plate PREP using an E-File
- Dry Gel Shaping using an E-File
- Rebalance and Fill using an E-File
- Product Removal using an E-File
Course Price
R2000.00
Cost of training includes an Essential Drill Bit Kit to the value of R1405.00, registration fee and light lunch. Electric Filing Competency Certificate will be issued by your Educator upon successful practical assessment on the day of training.
NELÉ Nail Art Workshops & Masterclasses
NELÉ Nail Academy offers a variety of workshops designed to bring out your inner nail artist and advance your nail business to the next level.
Mixed Medium Novice Class (Level 1)
Novice Art Class (Level 1)
Shaping & Sculpting Class (Level 2)
Intermediate French Class (Level 2)
Intermediate Art Class (Level 2)
Ombré Masterclass (Level 3)
Watercolour Nail Designs (Level 3)
Advanced Free Hand Class (Level 3)
Advanced Art Class (Level 3)
More information on class availability, cost and content can be sent on request.