Build It (BIAB) & Efile Combo
Faster appointments, smoother prep, and higher earning potential — this Ultimate Combo bundles BIAB (Builder In A Bottle) and E-File training in one certified day, so qualified nail technicians can master both in-demand skills together instead of booking them separately.
Why Learn BIAB and E-File Together?
- Faster appointments — confident e-file use speeds up prep and finishing, so BIAB services take less chair time per client
- Smoother prep — proper e-file technique preps the natural nail correctly for BIAB adhesion, reducing lifting and rework
- Better infills — e-file skills make infills cleaner, faster and more comfortable for the client
- Higher earning potential — two services on your menu means more bookings and more ways to fill your appointment book
- More confidence — you leave with a complete, joined-up skill set instead of one half of the picture
Booking both together also saves you time and money compared to two separate bookings, and you learn the skills as they're actually used together in a real BIAB service.
Who This Course Is For
This Ultimate Combo course bundles BIAB and E-File training into one day — ideal for qualified nail technicians who want both skills at once. You must already hold a nail qualification to attend, and students must be 16 years or older.
Course Details
- Price: €110.00
- Full day, 9.30am–4.30pm
- Practice is on your own hands
- Fully certified on completion
- Prerequisite: existing nail qualification required
Upcoming Dates
27th October 2026, 9.30am–4.30pm
8th December 2026, 9.30am–4.30pm
Why Train With NSI?
- Over 25 years of industry experience — training Irish salons and nail technicians since 2000
- AIT accredited courses, with a certificate on completion
- Learn from experienced salon educators
- Hands-on practical training, not just demonstration
- Small class sizes
- Ongoing support after your course
- Trusted by thousands of beauty professionals
What This Course Covers
BIAB:
- Prep and filing of the natural nail
- Product knowledge
- Build IT chemistry — how the product works
- Build IT natural nail overlay technique
- Educator demo followed by supervised student practical
- Infills
- Removal
- Aftercare
- Tips & troubleshooting
E-File:
- How to use an e-file
- Prep of nails
- Cuticle work
- De-bulking of products
By the end of this course you'll have the confidence to carry out a complete BIAB treatment and use an e-file safely and professionally.
Our Educators
All NSI educators have extensive salon experience and are qualified trainers. Every educator teaches to the same high standard, so your experience is consistent no matter which day you train on — and we provide ongoing support after your course, so you're not left on your own once you're back in the salon.
What You'll Need
To get the most from your practical training, please have all of the following Magpie products with you on the day if bringing your own kit:
- Magpie Build IT bottle (choose the colour)
- Magpie Top It Off Clear
- Magpie Build IT Clear
- Magpie gel polish colour
- Magpie Prep & Dehydrate
- Magpie 240 grit zebra file
- Magpie 180 grit zebra file
- LED lamp (bring your own — a Magpie lamp is recommended to ensure correct curing of the product)
- Dust brush and detailer (bring your own)
- Cuticle pusher and nipper (bring your own)
If you choose our e-file option, it's a high-powered brushless drill with a free nail bit and 1 year warranty. If you choose the course without kit, you're required to bring all Magpie products listed above, plus your own LED lamp and e-file.
Career Opportunities
What can you do after this course?
- Add BIAB and confident e-file use to your existing nail menu
- Offer faster, more polished BIAB services to clients
- Build a loyal client base through repeat infill appointments
- Reduce reliance on hand-filing, speeding up your service times
- Progress to advanced nail training
FAQs
Do I need a nail qualification to attend?
Yes — this is an Ultimate Combo course for technicians who already hold a nail qualification, combining BIAB and e-file training in one day.
Is there an age requirement?
Yes, students must be 16 years or over.
Do I need a model?
No — you'll be working on your own hands during the practical, so no model is required.
Do I need to buy the kit, or can I bring my own?
Either — you can purchase the kit when booking, or bring your own Magpie products from the kit list above. If you go without the kit, you'll also need to bring your own LED lamp and e-file.
How long is the course?
It's a full day, running 9.30am–4.30pm.
Will I receive a certificate?
Yes, you're fully certified on completion.
What if I want specific product colours?
Let us know in the comments before paying — otherwise we'll choose colours for you and have your kit ready at your desk on the day.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes, Klarna is available at checkout for 3 interest-free instalments.
Why book BIAB and e-file together instead of separately?
Booking this Ultimate Combo saves you time and lets you learn both skills as they're actually used together in a real BIAB service, in one certified day.
Can this course lead to offering these services professionally?
Yes — many students use this combo to add both BIAB and confident e-file use straight onto their existing salon menu.
Join hundreds of students who have started their nail journey with NSI, and gain the confidence to begin offering professional BIAB and e-file services. Ready to master both skills at once? Choose your date above and add to cart.
