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Nail Technology Level 2 Certificate Part-time

Course Overview

Nail Technology Level 2 Certificate Part-time

This course is designed to develop your knowledge and skills in providing acrylic nails for clients. Acrylics are an immensely popular service, so gaining qualifications in this skill could help to open a range of new earning and career opportunities for you.

This course has a compulsory six weeks introductory period, from when it starts, that will cover important skills and knowledge necessary for progression during the course.

As part of this course, you will study:

  • Health and safety

  • Consultation and product knowledge

  • Nail science

  • Application and removal of acrylic nails

Located at: Old Mill Lane campus

Course Start: 01 September 2026

Course length: 27 Weeks (term-time only)

Day(s) of study: Tuesday, at 5:30pm - 9:00pm

Study Mode: Part-time

Course Code: PBEACNT2

Course Fees and Funding

How much does the course cost?

This course costs £486. There may be funding available for this course depending on circumstances. The introductory period, which must be completed, costs £85. There is no funding available for the introductory period, so all learners must pay this fee.

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For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.

If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.

If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.

If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.

Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.

Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.

Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

The course information on this page was last updated 27 April 2026.