Online Builder in a bottle & Gel Polish Combined
Online Builder in a bottle & Gel Polish Combined
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Builder Gel & Gel Polish Combined Course – Online Training
From £155 • Study at your own pace • Fully ABT Accredited
Accessible Worldwide
Optional Kit Available
This course includes a full Tip and Sculpt Module, covering both tips and forms for short structured extensions. You can choose to study this module to gain full certification, or you can study and qualify for natural nail overlays only, the choice is yours. Please let me know as you start the course. There is no additional charge for this option, but please ensure you select the correct kit if you plan to complete the module. Kits available to uk only, kit list is provided.
This fully accredited online course combines Builder Gel in a Bottle and Gel Polish training, perfect for beginners who want to offer both nail services.
Delivered through my award-winning online platform, you’ll learn step by step with guided lessons, demos and full theory. With lifetime access and ongoing tutor support, you can study from anywhere, building confidence and professional skills at your own pace.
Course Access & Learning
Study at your own pace with no strict deadlines
Lifetime access to all theory, demos and resources
Tutor support before, during and after training
Case studies and exams completed online for certification
What You’ll Learn
Nail anatomy, preparation and safety
Gel polish application and safe removal
Builder gel overlays on natural nails
Short structured extensions with tips and forms (optional assessment)
Apex placement, shaping and refining
Troubleshooting lifting, cracking and retention issues
Product knowledge, client aftercare, business basics and more
Who Is This Course For
Perfect for complete beginners or those refreshing their skills. Lessons are explained clearly and simply, helping you build confidence from day one.
Qualification
Upon successful completion, you’ll be fully qualified in:
Gel Polish Treatments
Builder Gel in a Bottle Treatments, including short extensions (optional assessment)
Health and Safety (including allergies and contraindications)
Anatomy and Physiology (beginner nail level)
This qualification is ABT-accredited, certified and insurable, allowing you to begin working professionally with clients.
Entry Requirements: None (minimum age 16)
Insurance: Student insurance required during training — an ABT discount code is provided inside the course.
To verify my accreditation, please visit the ABT website.
Why Train with Melanie Lewendon Academy
Multi award-winning educator (Scratch Educator of the Year 2024 and Online Educator of the Year 2025)
Fully ABT-accredited, certified and insurable
Lifetime access to an award-winning online platform
Regularly updated lessons and resources
Ongoing tutor support before, during and after training
Simple, guided lessons explained clearly
High professional standards to help you build a safe, successful career
You’ll also receive a confirmation email with start instructions. If you don’t see it, please check your junk/spam folder or contact studentcare@melanielewendonacademy.co.uk and I’ll resend it for you.
Please note: This course includes immediate digital access. Refunds are not available once access is granted. See our full Refund Policy for details.
By combining guided online training with lifetime access to my award-winning platform, you’ll qualify with confidence, clarity, and the skills to deliver both builder gel and gel polish treatments safely and beautifully.
Optional Training Kits
Start strong with professional-grade tools and products, not cheap fillers or items you’ll never use again. Each product is hand-picked and salon-quality — the same products I use myself to teach structure, strength and finish the right way.
Basic Kit
Essential tools and products for practising your builder and gel polish skills (lamp not included).
Includes:
Nail files 220 x5
Nail files 180 x5
Soft Buffers x5
Nail Prep Solution
Acetone
Soak-off Wraps
Lint-Free Wipes
Cuticle Pusher
Loop Tool
Cuticle Scissors
Small Gel Liner Brush
Slant Brush
Orange Wood Sticks
Dappen Dish
Dust Brush
Cuticle Oil
Base Coat
Top Coat
6 Gel Polishes (Red, Dark, Metallic, Glitter, French finishes)
Kit Bag
Builder Blush
Builder Clear
Tips Square
Tips Almond
Tip Cutters
Forms
White Gel Pen
Ultimate Starter Kit (includes Lamp)
Everything in the Basic Kit plus a professional matching-system lamp and a wider colour range — ideal if you plan to complete the extensions module or start offering services right after qualifying.
As soon as you purchase your course, your access is activated automatically.
Head to the “My Course Hub” section of the website and log in using the email address you used at checkout. Your purchased course will appear on your dashboard, simply click on the course and it will open into all of your lessons.
If it’s your first time logging in, you may receive an automated email to set your password or confirm your account. Please check your spam/junk folder for any emails that may have been filtered and mark them as safe.
If you can’t see your course after purchase, try logging out and back in again. If you still need help, email studentcare@melanielewendonacademy.co.uk and I’ll get you sorted.
For information on cancellations and refunds, please see our Refund Policy.
This course is fully accredited by ABT (Association of Beauty Therapists), and fully certifiable and insurable. On successful completion of your case studies and exams sent via your portal, you will receive your professional certificate, enabling you to obtain insurance and work with paying clients.
You must hold student insurance while completing your training and case studies. A discounted student policy is available through ABT; you’ll receive the discount code inside the course.
Your learning is supported by my award-winning online course platform, with lifetime access and regular updates to reflect current standards and techniques. To verify my accreditation, please visit the ABT website.