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IN PERSON NAIL COURSES
Held at our Academy in Tadcaster, North Yorkshire
Our signature all-in-one beginner program that combines Gel Polish Foundations, Builder Gel Pro, and our exclusive Business Edit, a bonus module packed with templates, guides, and insider strategies to help you start your nail business the right way.
You’ll learn how to market your services, price confidently, attract clients, and get salon- or self-employment ready. Perfect if you’re starting from scratch and want a full transformation from nervous beginner to confident, certified nail tech.
£599
GEL POLISH FOUNDATIONS
A focused course designed for total beginners who want to master the prep, application, and removal of gel polish with precision and care.
Inside, you'll cover nail anatomy, tool knowledge, hygiene standards, and techniques to create clean, long-lasting finishes that clients love.
This is the perfect first step into your nail career taught with the same professional standards you’d find in our high street salon.
£299
BUILDER GEL PRO
For qualified or confident nail techs ready to level up their skills and offer stronger, more structured services.
In this course, you'll learn how to apply builder gel overlays, build and refine an apex, fix breaks, and troubleshoot common lifting issues — so you can deliver durable, high-quality results that last.
Ideal for students looking to expand their treatment menu with strength-building techniques that elevate their client experience.
£299
A safe and comprehensive in-person introduction to using an electric file, perfect for qualified nail techs ready to work smarter, faster, and with total confidence.
This training teaches you how to safely use your e-file for prep, shaping, removals, and refining, all while protecting the natural nail and reducing long-term strain on your hands and wrists.
Totally Polished is proud to be a Lucy Pastorelli Training Affiliate, meaning you’ll be guided through the renowned LP technique as part of your E-File Mastery experience. You’ll receive a comprehensive LP Training Manual and a selection of exclusive LP goodies to support your learning and elevate your professional kit so you can walk away with industry-leading knowledge and tools to match.
£150
SKILL SESSION
Feeling like your original training didn't set you up for success?
Or maybe it's been a while and your skills need a refresh?
This session is here to change that.
We'll refine your techniques and bring you up to speed with the latest methods, covering everything from flawless cuticle prep to seamless builder gel application, all The Totally Polished Technique.
Sessions are held in small, intimate groups so you get plenty of hands-on attention and support. It's completely tailored to you: whether you want to speed up, perfect your nail art, or troubleshoot stubborn issues, we'll focus on exactly what you need. Prefer an exclusive 1-1 session? Contact us directly to arrange..