Qualifi Level 2 Certificate in Nail Treatments

Qualification Overview

This suite of practical and knowledge-based qualifications has been designed to develop and equip therapists with the skills, competencies, and expertise required for beauty therapy treatments—particularly those involving the face, hands, and feet. These qualifications also help therapists build confidence in their practice while gathering evidence in a realistic working environment.

The purpose of these qualifications is to provide recognition for learners seeking the essential skills to enter the beauty industry. The Qualifi Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy is suitable both for those progressing from a Level 1 qualification in Beauty Therapy and for newcomers to the field.

Units

To attain this qualification, a learner must successfully complete a minimum of four units. This must include all three mandatory units, as well as at least one unit chosen from the optional units.

Units

  • Health, safety and hygiene
  • Client consultation
  • Manicure treatments

Units

  • Pedicure treatments
  • UV Gel nail services

Learning Outcomes

  1. Health, safety and hygiene – learners will be able to apply their knowledge and understanding of health, safety and hygiene when preparing for and providing services/treatments in a real or realistic working environment.
  2. Client consultation – underpins all the practical technical units within this qualification. Learners will be able to conduct a concise consultation to determine the most appropriate service/treatment to meet the client’s needs and achieve the desired outcome/s.
  3. Manicure treatments – learners will gain the skills and knowledge to use manicure techniques, tools and products safely and effectively to improve the appearance of the client’s hands and nails.
  4. Pedicure treatments – learners will gain the skills and knowledge to use pedicure techniques, tools and products safely and effectively to improve the appearance of the client’s feet and toenails.
  5. UV Gel nail services – gel nail products provide an increasingly popular nail finish. Learners will be able to provide a UV cured gel nail polish service to improve the appearance of the client’s nails.

Entry Requirements

  • This qualification is intended for learners aged 16 and over. While there are no compulsory entry requirements for the Qualifi Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy, training providers must ensure that the qualification suits the learners’ capabilities.
  • The qualification has been developed to be inclusive, with no unnecessary barriers to access or progression. Admission will be determined through a training provider interview, with each learner assessed on an individual basis.

Specifications

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Qualification title:
Qualifi Level 2 Certificate in Nail Treatments
Qualification type:
Vocational Related Qualification (Higher Education)
Level:
2
Accreditation status:
Accredited
Credit Equivalency:
25
Qualification number (RQF):
603/7717/3
Progression routes:

A Qualifi Level 3 qualification within Beauty, Nail Services, Makeup or Wellness; or
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Advanced Beauty Therapy; or
Qualifi Level 3 Diploma in Wellbeing and Holistic Therapy; or
Directly into employment or self-employment in the Beauty profession.Learner completing any of the certificates can carry that credit to progress to the Qualifi Level 2 Diploma in Beauty Therapy;

Availability:
UK and international

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