Take your nail skills to the next level with our practical Builder Gel Course, designed for nail technicians and learners who already have experience in manicure or gel polish application.
This hands-on course will teach you how to work confidently with builder gel to strengthen and enhance the natural nail, create structure and achieve a professional, long-lasting finish.
You will learn correct preparation and application techniques, including how to create an apex and balance the nail while maintaining the health of the natural nail.
What You Will Learn
During the course, you will cover:
Introduction to builder gel products
Health, hygiene and safe working practices
Client consultation
Contra-indications and treatment considerations
Natural nail assessment
Correct natural nail preparation
Product application and control
Creating the correct structure
Strengthening and overlaying the natural nail
Building short extensions
Refining and finishing techniques
Filing and shaping
Gel polish application over builder gel
Infills and maintenance
Identifying and correcting lifting
Safe removal of builder gel
Troubleshooting common application problems
Client aftercare advice
Practical Training
This is a hands-on, classroom-based course with tutor demonstrations followed by supervised practical training.
You will practise correct preparation, builder gel application, structure, shaping and finishing techniques, helping you develop the confidence to offer builder gel treatments professionally.
Course Details
Duration: 1 Day
Location: Beautybase Training Academy, Chester
Delivery: Classroom-based practical training
Experience Level: Intermediate / progression course
Entry Requirements
Learners must have previous manicure or gel polish experience or hold a relevant nail qualification.
This is not a complete beginner course. If you are new to nails, we recommend completing our Beginners Gel Polish Course first.
Who Is This Course For?
This course is ideal for nail technicians and beauty therapists who would like to expand their nail services and introduce builder gel treatments to their clients.
It is also an ideal progression course for learners who have completed gel polish training and are ready to develop more advanced product application and nail structure skills.
Develop Your Nail Skills
Builder gel is a popular addition to a nail treatment menu and can be used to add strength and structure while maintaining a natural-looking finish.
Places are kept limited to ensure plenty of practical training and individual tutor support.