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VTCT (ITEC) Level 2 Certificate in Nail Art
DURATION (HRS) : 125
COURSE AIM
To enable Learners to gain the necessary practical and theoretical skills in order to provide Nail Art treatments to the general public and to gain employment in the Beauty Therapy Industry.
COURSE FEES
Course Fees : S$1500
All fees can be paid over the counter in cash or NETS. Payment with cheque should be made in favour of “Imelda Unisex Hair Styling & Beauty Training School Pte Ltd”.
DESIGNED FOR
Great for newly qualified nail technicians who wish to perfect their technical skills.
COURSE TIMETABLE
| Mode of Study | Hours per week | Duration | Days of Instructions |
| Full Time | 40 Hours | 3 Months | Mondays to Fridays (10am to 7pm) |
| Part Time | 15 Hours | 6 Months | Mondays to Fridays (7pm to 10.30pm) |
COMMENCEMENT DATE
Course commences on every first of the month. If the first of the month falls either on a Saturday, Sunday or a public holiday, the course will commence on the next working day.
PROGRESSION
You can graduate to take your place in the work force as a full fledged Beauty Therapist.
COURSE STRUCTURE
| Modules | Module Objectives | Training Hours |
| Manicure and Pedicure | Develop skills for nail care, exfoliation, massage and nail painting | 50 |
| Nail Art | Develop skills for Nail Art products and techniques | 25 |
| Professional Conduct and Business Awareness | Understand and explain professional conduct | 50 |
| Total | 125 |
DELIVERY MODE
For this course, students will be taught both in the classroom and practical aspects.
OTHERS
Please note that there will be NO industrial attachment for this course.
EXAMINATIONS
At the end of the course, the student can register for ITEC examination. Students will be assessed by the internal and external verifier. Students are required to perform a final practical test (passing marks 60 points) on live mode during the day of the verification. Students are also required to sit for a theory test. There are 2 mediums of theory paper – English / Chinese.
An ITEC External Verifier will verify all components of the course – portfolio of evidences, project assignments, MCQ assignment (passing marks 60 points) & mock examinations Assessments Records.
Diplomas will only be awarded to a student upon achievement of at least a Pass grade in the final practical and theory tests during the external verifier visit.
EXPECTED EXAMINATION RESULTS RELEASE DATE
Not more than 3 months after the final assessment.
EXAMINATION GRADING CRITERIA
| Modules | Assessment Type | Grading Criteria |
| Manicure and Pedicure |
Practical examination plus 50 MCQ Evidence of 5 treatments |
Pass 60% – 74% Merit 75% – 89% Distinction 90% – 100% Pass or Refer |
| Nail Art |
Practical examination plus 25 MCQ Evidence of 5 treatments |
Pass 60% – 74% Merit 75% – 89% Distinction 90% – 100% Pass or Refer |
| Professional Conduct and Business Awareness | 50 MCQ | Pass 60% – 74% Merit 75% – 89% Distinction 90% – 100% |
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Interested applicants must possess ONE of the following entry requirements:
Certificate in Nail Treatment OR
Completion of 5 GCE “N” Level subjects (Grade A*-D) or its equivalent, inclusive of a pass in GCE “N” level in English OR
Currently working in a salon OR
Minimum 1 year salon experience as a Nail Technician Assistant OR
Subjected to case by case basis AND
At least 16 years old
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Students are required to meet the following criteria in order to graduate and obtain their relevant diploma:
- Must complete all 3 modules with at least 75% in attendance
- Able to pass the mock examinations for the 3 modules
- Able to pass the actual examination for the 3 modules
- Complete case studies of 5 clients with 2 treatments each
Upon completion of the programme, students will be awarded the Level 2 Certificate in Nail Art by ITEC (UK).