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“Patricia is an excellent educator, very patient and explains everything in detail.”
Beginner nail course · Gel · BIAB · Extensions
Start from zero. Leave salon-ready.
Learn gel polish, BIAB and gel extensions across 3 practical days — with Patricia correcting your hands, structure and prep in person, not in comments.
€100
deposit secures your seat
Standard course price is €600 — the current August intake runs a €450 summer offer. Every price is shown in full on the booking page before you pay. The deposit always comes off your total, and the balance is due on Day 1 or split across training days.
3practical training days
8students max per group
9–17intensive hours — often runs longer
ABTaccredited certificate included
Kit14-item starter kit, yours to keep
€100deposit to reserve a seat
What you get
Everything you need to start properly.
Built for complete beginners who want real, hands-on correction — not another video to follow alone.
- 3 practical training days in Dublin 2
- Small group — max 8 students — with direct correction from Patricia
- Gel polish / Shellac foundation
- BIAB (Builder in a Bottle) technique
- Gel extensions on forms
- Prep, shaping, apex and structure
- Safe removal and refill logic
- ABT accredited certificate
- 14-item starter kit included — yours to keep
- Practice plan + WhatsApp group with your class & Patricia after the course
What you learn
Six foundations, built in order.
Module 01
Prep
Nail plate prep, hygiene, cuticle work, product control and safe foundation habits.
Module 02
Gel Polish
Salon gel polish application (often called Shellac) with clean colour control and finish.
Module 03
BIAB
Builder in a Bottle technique for natural nail strength, structure and cleaner salon results.
Module 04
Extensions
Gel extensions on forms — placement, length, structure and product balance.
Module 05
Shape
File control, sidewalls, apex, balance and salon-ready shaping.
Module 06
Removal
Safe removal, refill logic and aftercare steps that protect the natural nail.
Daily schedule
Three days, each with a clear job.
Day 1
Theory & first gels
- Morning theory: nail anatomy, diseases & disorders, hygiene and safe salon practice
- Nail shapes, form placement, prep and product-application theory
- Live demonstrations by Patricia after lunch
- Practical: gel polish application and BIAB strengthening
Day 2
Extensions & almond
- Theory test to lock in what Day 1 covered
- Gel extensions: prep, form placement and cutting
- Building the extension — architecture and product distribution
- Almond shape, correct filing, finishing and colour
Day 3
Square & salon French
- Square-shaped gel extensions and square architecture
- Filing and finishing for a crisp salon square
- Salon French technique
- Final correction — plus your practice plan and safe removal/refill logic
Training days are intensive — 9:00 to 17:00 as standard, and the class often keeps working later when sets need finishing. Your 3 training days are spread across two or three weekends — the exact day pattern for each intake is on the dates page. Exact dates are on the dates page.
Proof before booking
See the standard before you join.
Beginners need to see the foundations — prep, structure, shape and correction — not just advanced nail art. Drag to compare, watch a class video, then read what students say.
Day 1
Day 3
Student progress examples from practical training
Filmed in class — beginner sets on graduation day. Zero experience, real results.
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“Patricia does not let you leave the course without learning. I really recommend the course.”
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“I learned so much and cannot wait to come back for another course.”
Who teaches you
Learn directly from Patricia.
“I don’t just demonstrate and move on. I correct your hand position, structure, shape and prep while you work — that’s the part a video can’t give you.”
Patricija Milinković — founder & lead educator. Irish Beauty Industry Winner (HC) · Top 5 Irish Training Academy.
Ready to book
Pick your intake on the dates page.
All current Beginner Course intakes, live seat counts, prices and checkout live in one place — so the details are always up to date.
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Starter kit
Know what you practise with.
Every student receives the full kit on Day 1 — 14 items chosen from Patricia’s personal favourites, and it’s yours to keep.
Prep essentials
Dehydrator, primer, cuticle pusher, nail files, buffer, dust brush and lint-free pads.
Gel system
Base coat, BIAB (builder gel in a bottle), two hard gels and top coat.
Application tools
Double-ended brush and nail forms for your extension work.
UV/LED lamp
Your own lamp to cure with in class — and to keep practising with at home.
Practice support
A practice plan, a WhatsApp group with Patricia and your classmates, plus the academy’s public Facebook community of 5,400+ nail techs.
Route guidance
What to do next: online practice, Private Upskill or more practical correction.
Kit contents are worth over €200 at retail prices. As new and improved products become available, individual items may be upgraded — so the kit always stays current.
Before you book
Beginner questions, answered.
Is this course suitable for complete beginners?
Yes — it’s designed for complete beginners, no previous experience needed. Patricia teaches the foundations step by step: prep, gel polish/Shellac, BIAB, gel extensions on forms, shaping, structure and safe removal.
Is the course online or in person?
In person, at Patricia Nails Academy, 71 Dame Street, First Floor, Dublin 2.
What’s included in the price?
Every intake includes 3 practical training days, direct correction from Patricia, the ABT accredited certificate, beginner techniques for salon work, and the starter kit/products used for training — yours to keep. The current offer price for each intake is shown on the dates page.
Do I have to pay the full price today?
No. Reserve your seat with a €100 deposit (card or Klarna at Stripe checkout). The remaining balance can be paid on Day 1 or split across training days. You can also pay in full now if you prefer — current prices are on the dates page.
Is the €100 deposit extra?
No — the deposit is part of your course price and is deducted from your total.
When is the remaining balance due?
The remaining balance can be paid on Day 1 or split across the course days. The full amount must be paid by the final course day.
Will I be ready to start a nail career after this?
This course gives you the correct foundation to start practising properly and move toward client work, and you’ll leave with a clear practice plan. Like any professional skill, your results depend on practice, consistency and continued correction.
Is the deposit refundable?
The deposit reserves your seat and materials, so it’s non-refundable. If you have a problem with your date, message us as early as possible and we’ll do our best to help with another available intake.
What if I’m not sure this course is right for me?
Message Patricia on WhatsApp before booking. Tell her your current level and goal, and she’ll tell you whether the Beginner Course, Private Upskill or online learning is the better route.
Ready to start?
Start from zero. Hold your seat for €100.
Book one intake on the dates page — or message Patricia first if you’re unsure which one fits.
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