Education

Nail training with Heather

Learn the techniques, standards and business know-how behind a thriving nail studio — online, at your own pace, from Glasgow's South Side.

Heather Nisbet Training Academy — online nail education courses

Taught 1-to-1

Personal support from Heather alongside your online lessons.

Signature Techniques

Precise BIAB, gel polish and builder gel finishes that last.

Beyond the Nails

Client care, pricing, branding and the business side of nails.

Available now

Complete Beginner Gel Polish & Builder Gel Course

A complete online course covering everything from professional standards and nail anatomy through to gel polish application, builder gel, business foundations and final certification.

17 Modules Self-paced Certificate

What's included

  • 17 in-depth modules — 152 lessons in total
  • Learn at your own pace, on any device
  • Multiple-choice quizzes with a 70% pass mark
  • Progress saved automatically between sessions
  • Taught by Heather — 16+ years of experience
  • Business, branding and client retention training
  • Lifetime access to your course dashboard
  • Certificate on completing the final assessment

Course curriculum

  1. 01Welcome & Getting Started
  2. 02Professional Standards
  3. 03Nail Anatomy & Physiology
  4. 04Nail Conditions & Contraindications
  5. 05Health, Safety & Hygiene
  6. 06Product Knowledge & HEMA Awareness
  7. 07Client Consultation
  8. 08Nail Preparation
  9. 09Gel Polish Application
  10. 10Builder Gel Application
  11. 11Builder Gel Infills & Rebalancing
  12. 12Safe Removal of Gel Polish & Builder Gel
  13. 13Troubleshooting & Problem Solving
  14. 14Aftercare & Client Retention
  15. 15Business Foundations for Nail Technicians
  16. 16Social Media, Branding & Client Attraction
  17. 17Final Assessment & Certification

More courses

Coming soon

New courses are being added — register your interest and you'll be first to hear when they open.

Nail Art Masterclass

Freehand art, chrome, French variations and the finishes clients ask for most.

Coming soon

Toenail Reconstruction

Heather's signature restorative gel toe work, step by step.

Coming soon

Acrylic Extensions

Shaping, structure and infills for long-lasting acrylic sets.

Coming soon

Ready to learn?

Get in touch for course details

Send a message and Heather will be in touch with availability and pricing.

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