Nail Artist Training Courses
TopCoat - The Nail Experts
We teach you nail art and salon skills with hands-on training on real clients, using pro tools and 1000+ polish shades, and help you build your portfolio to start working as a nail artist.
Pricing Guide
Foundation Gel & Nail Art Course
Training Schedule
- Duration: 1 week (5 to 6 days) with 3 to 4 hours of daily training.
- Format: Hands on practical sessions alongside working professionals.
Core Fundamentals
- Theory: Nail anatomy, strict hygiene standards, and tool sterilization.
- Prep: Cuticle work (pushing and nipping), buffing, and shaping (Square, Round, Almond).
- Gel Application: Base coat, solid color application, and glossy/matte top coats.
- Technical Skills: Preventing lifting/bubbling and safe removal without nail damage.
Art Techniques
- Tools: Usage of dotting tools and fine liner brushes.
- Styles: Glitter effects (sugar/burnished), foil transfers, basic line work, floral patterns, and French Manicure tips.
Certification & Support
- Resources: All consumables (liquids, polishes, wipes) provided for in class practice.
- Credential: Completion certificate signed by the head artist.
- Support: Lifetime mentorship for technical doubts.
Professional Nail Technician Diploma
Program Logistics
- Duration: Intensive 3 to 4 week course (20 to 25 days).
- Methodology: Small batch training with mandatory practice on mannequin hands and live models.
Extension Systems
- Acrylics: Liquid and powder ratio, bead control, tip application, and sculpting with forms.
- Gels: Hard Gel and Builder Gel application, curing protocols, and heat spike prevention.
- Polygel: Hybrid techniques combining acrylic strength with gel flexibility.
- Maintenance: Refill procedures for regrowth and safe extension removal.
Technical Machinery
- E File Training: RPM control, torque settings, and forward/reverse mechanics.
- Bit Usage: Selection of Ceramic, Diamond, and Carbide bits for cuticle work and debulking.
- Safety: Precision drills to prevent nail plate damage.
Advanced Artistry
- Trending Styles: Chrome powders, Ombre blending, Cat eye magnetics, and Marble art.
- Sculpting: 3D acrylic flowers and rhinestone placement.
- Bridal: Intricate detailing and glitter encapsulation.
Professional Kit & Business
- Take Home Kit: Includes UV/LED Lamp, portable E file drill, brushes, tips, and consumables.
- Career Prep: Client consultation tips, service pricing, and portfolio photography guidance.
- Credential: Certified Nail Artist Diploma.
About Nail Artist Training Courses
I’m all about turning your nail obsession into real skills you can use. If you want to go from just loving nail art to actually working as a nail artist, this is where you start.
What You’ll Learn
- Basics first: nail anatomy, health, and proper salon hygiene (no shortcuts here).
- How to talk to clients and figure out what they really want.
- Prepping nails, shaping, filing, and using pro tools like e-files.
- Building gel and acrylic extensions, overlays, and getting that bilkul perfect (absolutely perfect) gel polish finish.
- Nail art certification classes cover everything from classic French tips to trending looks like chrome, ombre, cat-eye, marble, and bold animal prints.
- Freehand designs, 3D art, and adding bling with rhinestones and jewels.
How We Teach
- It’s all hands-on, right in our Andheri salon.
- You’ll work on real hands, not just practice sheets.
- Our award-winning artists are always around to guide you.
- Access to 1000+ polish shades and all the pro equipment.
What You Get
- Real experience, not just theory.
- A professional nail technician course that actually preps you for the real world.
- Help with building your social media portfolio for nail artists, so you can show off your work and start getting clients.
- You join the Topcoat fam - we’re here to cheer you on, even after the course.
Client ki smile hi hamari jeet hai (a client's smile is our victory) - that’s what we believe in. If you’re ready to put in the work, I’ll help you get there.
Meet your Expert
Topcoat
41 connects in last 3 months
My Story
Eight years and still obsessed! We started Topcoat just for the love of nails, and now it’s like painting tiny canvases every day. Clients come from Vashi, Jaipur, everywhere – sab apna hi lagta hai (everyone feels like family). Diwali, Christmas, Karwa Chauth, we’ve celebrated together. Happy DMs, smiling faces, that’s our real award. Client khush toh sab sahi (If the client’s happy, everything’s good). Topcoat fam, always!
My Work
All Things Nails & Lashes - Nail art, gel polish, acrylic nail extensions, overlays, manicure/pedicure, eyelash extensions, stick-on nails, and certified nail artist courses.
Expert Artists, No Rush - We’re award-winning, and we take time for perfection. Chahe time thoda extra lage (even if it takes a little longer).
Trending Shades & Styles - Over 1000 shades, from Pinterest trending nail art to Red Cola nail shade, blues, glitters, classy or festive looks.
Home Nail Salon Service - Busy? We bring the full salon to your doorstep. Party pe jaana hai, time nahi hai? We got you.
Topcoat Fam Vibes - We celebrate festivals, anniversaries, and Friendship Day with you. Good vibes, special offers, always.