Nail Technician Courses in Dublin
Train with NSI at our academy in Swords, Co. Dublin, close to Dublin Airport. We've been training nail technicians since 2000, and all our nail courses are AIT accredited and fully insurable. Choose a full Nail Technician Course or a single skill like BIAB, gel polish, acrylic or e-file. Small classes, hands-on training, certificate on completion.
Which nail course is right for me?
Complete beginner who wants to work as a nail tech: our Nail Technician Course covers Acrylic or Gel, Manicure & Pedicure and Gel Polish in one AIT accredited programme. It takes 6–8 weeks, and courses run every month. For our most complete training, choose the Nail Technician Masterclass 10 in 1.
Want to add one treatment: choose from the Beginner Build It (BIAB) Masterclass, Gel Polish, Manicure & Pedicure, E-File, or our NSI Beginner Acrylic and Gel courses.
Already qualified and want to upskill: the E-File Course and the BIAB & E-File Combo help you work faster with a cleaner finish.
Why train with NSI in Dublin?
- Training Irish nail technicians since 2000
- AIT accredited and fully insurable
- Small classes with real hands-on practice
- Taught by working nail professionals. We run our own Nail & Beauty Bar salons
- Full kit included on our Nail Technician Course
- Pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna
- Our academy: Unit 4a Metropoint Business Park, Kettles Lane, Swords, Co. Dublin
Nail Course FAQs
Are your nail courses accredited?
Yes. Our nail courses are AIT accredited, so you can get insured and start taking clients once qualified.
Do I need any experience?
No. Most of our nail courses are for complete beginners.
How long does it take to become a nail technician?
Our Nail Technician Course takes 6–8 weeks to complete, including case studies.
Where are the courses held?
All in-person nail courses run from our training academy in Swords, Co. Dublin, close to Dublin Airport.
Is there an age limit?
Students must be 16 or older.
Can I pay in instalments?
Yes. You can pay in 3 interest-free instalments with Klarna at checkout.
Prefer to learn online? See our AIT accredited online nail courses at nailandbeautyonlinecourses.ie.
Not sure which course to choose? Call us on 01 840 9124.
What our students say
"NSI's nail technician course is great. The tutor was excellent and very helpful and encouraging."
– Katie W., Google review ★★★★★
