Online Only Complete Gel Technician Course
Online Only Complete Gel Technician Course
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Complete Gel Course – Online Training
From £350 • Study at your own pace • Fully ABT Accredited
Accessible Worldwide
This fully accredited online course is designed to give you a complete foundation in gel nail systems. Covering Gel Polish, Builder Gel in a Bottle, and Hard Gel, you’ll graduate with the knowledge, confidence, and skills to offer a full range of professional gel services.
Delivered through my award-winning online learning platform, you’ll study step by step with guided video lessons, demos, and in-depth theory. With lifetime access and ongoing tutor support, you can learn at your own pace from anywhere in the world, while building skills that are insurable and industry recognised.
Course Access & Learning
• Study at your own pace with no strict deadlines
• Lifetime access to all theory, demos, and resources
• Ongoing tutor support before, during, and after your course
• Exams and case studies completed online for certification
In this course, you’ll cover:
• Nail anatomy, preparation & safety
• Gel polish application & safe removal
• Builder gel overlays on natural nails
• Structured BIAB application with apex placement
• Hard gel overlays and extensions using tips or forms
• Shaping and refining for strength and style
• Troubleshooting common issues like lifting or poor retention
• Safe removal and client aftercare
• Business basics and treatment pricing
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for complete beginners . Training is delivered online with clear, simple explanations, giving you confidence from day one.
What qualification will I receive?
Upon successful completion of your case studies and assessments, you will be fully qualified in:
• Gel Polish Treatments
• Builder Gel Treatments – overlays and structured applications
• Hard Gel Extensions
• Health & Safety (including allergies and contraindications)
• Anatomy & Physiology (beginner nail level)
This qualification is ABT-accredited, fully certified and insurable, enabling you to begin working professionally with clients.
Entry Requirements: None required (minimum age 16).
Insurance during training: 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. To check my accreditation, please head to the ABT website.
Why train with Melanie Lewendon Academy?
• Multi award-winning educator with many awards and accolades (Scratch Educator of the Year 2024 & Online Educator of the Year 2025)
• Fully ABT-accredited, certified and insurable
• Lifetime access to my award-winning online platform, regularly updated
• Ongoing tutor support before, during, and after training
• Guided, easy-to-follow lessons explained simply, no big words or confusion
• Highest industry standards to ensure your career is safe, professional and successful
Online Access Information
As soon as you purchase your course, your access is activated automatically. Simply 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, click on it to open and begin your lessons.
You may also receive an email with instructions for getting started, but not always. Please check your spam/junk folder.
Exams must be completed online within the course platform as part of your assessment process.
Please note: this course includes an immediate digital element. For this reason, refunds are not available once access has been given. For full details, please see our Refund Policy.
By combining guided online training with lifetime access to my award-winning platform, you’ll qualify with confidence, clarity, and the practical skills to deliver professional gel polish, builder gel, and hard gel treatments.
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.