The Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Nail Technology is a job ready qualification based on National Occupational Standards (NOS). Designed for learners aged 19+.
This qualification is suitable for new and experienced nail technicians.
This is full time training.
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Dates 2026:
March 9th - May 8th 2026
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Designed for learners aged 19 years or over, this qualification supports you in gaining employment and working effectively as a nail technician.
Recognised by employers and essential for working as a senior nail technician this NVQ Level 3 qualification provides you with a sound platform for any further learning or training.
This training develops your technical skills, enabling you to provide a selection of nail enhancement treatments utilising a variety of techniques.
You will also enhance your interpersonal skills, further developing your capabilities in managing effective client conversations.
The units contained in the course cover all skills and knowledge required for this role, including, mandatory units covering the following:
You have an opportunity to further develop your understanding and skills by selecting from optional specialist units, including:
You will also develop your knowledge and understanding of relevant anatomy and physiology, nail products, salon equipment, client care, plus health and safety.
The VTCT Level 3 Diploma in Nail Technology is a comprehensive vocational qualification preparing you professionally for your career as a senior nail technician.
Providing you with all the skills and knowledge you need to work.
This qualification develops you for employment as a senior nail technician, providing you the eligibility to join a professional association and helping you gain industry insurance cover.
This qualification is based on the beauty therapy National Occupational Standards (NOS).
Recognised by the UK’s leading professional association, the British Association of Beauty Therapy and Cosmetology (BABTAC) as being fit for purpose for preparing you for a career as a nail technician. Holders of this qualification are eligible to become a professional member of BABTAC.
This qualification is also approved and supported by the Hairdressing and Beauty Industry Authority (HABIA), the standard setting body for hair, beauty, nails and spa qualifications.
This qualification is suitable for new and experienced nail technicians. No previous experience is required.
You are also required, as part of this qualification to produce a ‘portfolio of evidence’.
This portfolio confirms the knowledge, understanding and skills you have learned. After your qualification is completed, most of your portfolio evidence is returned to you. This becomes learning information you can always refer to and will also help you promote and market your services to a potential employer or customers.
You will receive a full course kit with the training. Your kit includes all necessary products required for you to finish your qualification and practical assessments.
If you fund the qualification yourself:
payment options are available for our learners. Please ask for more details.
Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Nail Technology / £3,345
£345 deposit is required to secure your space and to complete the registration.
Payment options are:
1. Full payment.
2. Payment of £1000 over 3 month
3. Payment of £500 over 6 months ( most popular)
4. Payment of £250 over 12 months
5. Payment of £125 over 24 month ( 2 years)
6. Any other option that will be suitable for the learner/sponsor, please let us know.
Any payment can be cleared much sooner as well, we don't charge commission. All payment plans need to be paid on the 1st of each month.
Certification will be issued once the payment is fully covered.
Book your training: 01202 884404 / hello@nailtrainingacademy.com
