Manicures and Pedicures(from
$879.00
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Our Manicures and Pedicures training is flexible and self-guided, with pre-recorded and live, educator-led components. It covers Traditional Polish, Gel Polish and luxury services, and then shows you how to convert those skills to do Pedicures.
This Module is suitable for anyone from complete beginners with no experience through to qualified Nail Techs wanting a refresher.
Click here to test drive the course for $99.
We’ll credit it back if you go ahead and enrol!
Course Info
What is covered in the Manicures and Pedicures Module?
- Traditional Manicures
- Gel Polish Manicures
- Scrubs, Masks and Massage
- Deluxe Pedicures*
Tell me more about Gel Polish
Gel Manicures, using UV-cured instead of solvent-based polish, gained popularity in the early 2000s as a more durable alternative to traditional nail polish, offering long-lasting colour and shine.
The Pros - Gel Manicures are renowned for their durability and ability to resist chipping, making them ideal for clients seeking vibrant and long-lasting nail colours. They cure quickly under UV light, allowing for efficient salon treatments with a wide range of colour choices.
The Cons - Clients occasionally refer to Gel as having ‘ruined’ their nails however if applied professionally, removed properly and maintained in between, the natural nail should be no different after removal than it was before application.
What Do My Fees Include?
- 8+ Hours of Video Content. Our pre-recorded demos show every step with multiple angles and close-ups – so you can pause, rewind, and rewatch as many times as you need.
You're not expected to memorise everything on the first watch – that's the beauty of online learning. You can revisit lessons anytime, even once you're working with real clients.
Click here to watch a sample lesson
- 10 hours of live online lessons with a Mentor**
- Traditional Polish Manicure – 1.5 Hours
- Gel Polish Manicure – 1.5 Hours
- Gel Polish Removal and Reapplication with a French Finish – 2.5 Hours
- Deluxe Pedicure – 2.5 Hours
- Manicure Assessment – 2 Hours
Click here to watch a recording of a real live lesson
- A Starter Kit with everything you need to complete your training***
- 7-Day Support via our Facebook Group. We have a beautiful, unparalleled community of like-minded folk in there, ready to welcome you.
- 5-Day Support via Email.
- Unlimited attempts at your Assessment. The first attempt is included in your course fees and all others are priced at $49/hour.
Where are the courses held?
Monaco courses are available both online and in-person.
The online version, which you enrol in via this page, is 100% online including pre-recorded, live and exam components. Complete from your home or salon, no matter where you are.
Prefer in-person learning? You can still use this page to learn all about the module. Then, click here to find an Accredited Training Partner near you and enrol in the course directly with them.
How Does Online Training Work?
Within 2 business days of enrolling, you will receive access to the online components of your course, which you can access by logging into this website. You can work through the content at your leisure, but need to complete it before attending live lessons.
Our live lessons run every second week (watch a recording of one here!), giving you the chance to practice what you’ve learned and get personalised feedback from mentors. It's like having a coach in your corner, cheering you on!
You can choose the intake that works best for your schedule -
- Tuesday evenings 6-9pm - start anytime!
- Monday evenings 6-9pm - start anytime!
You will still get the pre-recorded content now so that you can immerse yourself in the nail world before live lessons start.
Is there a Payment Plan?
Sure!
To enrol with a Payment Plan, use Coupon Code MANIPAYPLAN at Check Out and enrol as normal.
We'll contact you to finish setting up your automatic payments.
By completing both, you agree to 9 weekly payments of $109. Online content will be provided but you will not be able to book your live lessons and your kit will not be sent out until the first 6 payments are complete. If any payments default and are not made on time, this condition will be extended to the full 9 weeks.
Full Terms can be viewed here. It's important to note that this is a way to pay off a total obligation of $981, not a subscription that you can stop at any time.
You can also pay using a credit card, bank transfer or Afterpay.
FAQS
What if I'm not good enough?
Then you learn, and you try again, and you ask for help, and you keep going.
There's a misconception that you need to be good before you join a lesson but this is definitely false! Your live lessons are where, after watching the pre-recorded demonstrations, a Mentor can help you in real-time. The Mentor guides you through practicing for the first time - you're not supposed to be a master.
You can also re-sit all Assessments and rewatch all pre-recorded content for the duration of your 12-month Study Period (although only the first Assessment attempt is free)
*Do I HAVE to do Pedicures?
Sometimes people ask if there is a module that excludes Pedicures because, well, feet!
Rest assured the Pedicure part of the course is fairly minimal because we are converting skills you will have already learned.
This means that if you want to specialise in Pedicure services, you still gain all the skill and knowledge to do so, but if this isn’t your jam, it won’t be too torturous.
There is one live lesson on toes, you only need to do one foot to be marked as complete, and if you really have to, you can do this one on yourself.
Are the 'Live' Lessons Actually Live?
It's a common misconception that our online courses are just pre-recorded videos, however they actually include in depth live lessons done via Zoom.
Your Mentor can see your desk as you work. You can see their desk incase they need to demonstrate something for you.
You can watch a recording of a real, live lesson here.
We genuinely find that students get better results from online training as they can see closer and across multiple angles, even recording their lessons to rewatch.
**What If I Don't Think I Need The Live Lessons?
- If you have previously completed training in the same subject and are using this course as a refresher.
- OR you plan on working towards the Introduction to Nail Technology
- OR you only plan on doing a couple of modules and are happy with an A5 'Short Course' Certificate
- then use Coupon Code SHORTMANI at Check Out and we'll remove live lessons from your enrolment. You still have to do the Assessment though!
***What If I Don't Want a Kit?
We do require you to use professional-only products during lessons and assessments, but if you already have these, that's ok!
Use Coupon Code NOKITMANI at Check Out and we'll remove the kit from your enrolment.
Will I get a Certificate?
This Module can be completed on its own or as part of the Foundation Certificate in Nail Technology.
If you intend to work towards the Foundation Certificate in Nail Technology - You get one overall certificate, with space for stickers that show which modules have been completed. You can order the base certificate and the corresponding sticker for this course after all criteria has been met. This option is free for all students.
If you want a certificate specifically for this module alone - You can purchase one in the 'Certificates' category of our online Shop after all criteria has been met. This option is at an additional cost.
View Monaco’s General FAQs Here.
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Lesson Guide
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Introduction
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Traditional Manicure Services
- Natural Nail Prep – Video
- Natural Nail Prep – Written Steps
- Shaping The Natural Nail – Video
- Traditional Polish Manicure – Introduction
- Traditional Polish Manicure – Video
- Traditional Polish Manicure – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson!
- Super Important Peer Advice
- Traditional Polish Manicure – Self Evaluation
- Just a Reminder
- FAQ – What is 3-Free Polish?
- French Traditional Polish Manicure – Introduction
- French Traditional Polish Manicure – Video
- French Traditional Polish Manicure – Written Steps
- French Traditional Polish Manicure – Self Evaluation
- French Traditional Polish Manicure – Activity
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Luxury Treatments
- Introduction to Luxury Treatments
- Introduction to Luxury Treatments – Text Recap
- Practical Treatments – Text Recap
- Luxury Treatments – Prep
- Scrubs
- Luxury Treatments – Repair/Treat
- Masks
- Luxury Treatments – Relaxation
- Massage
- Combos and Pricing
- Combos and Pricing – Text Recap
- Traditional Polish Manicure (Add Deluxe Upgrade) – Introduction
- Traditional Polish Manicure with Deluxe Upgrade – Video
- Traditional Polish Manicure (Add Deluxe Upgrade) – Written Steps
- Traditional Polish Manicure (Add Deluxe Upgrade) – Self Evaluation
- Gel Polish Manicure with Deluxe Upgrade
- Traditional Manicure for Men – Introduction
- Traditional Manicure for Men – Video
- Traditional Manicure for Men – Written Steps
- Traditional Manicure for Men – Self Evaluation
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Gel Polish Services
- The Difference Between Applying Traditional Polish and Gel Polish
- Natural Nail Prep – Video
- Gel Polish Manicure – Introduction
- Gel Polish Manicure – Video
- Gel Polish Manicure – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson!
- Gel Polish Manicure – Self Evaluation
- French Gel Polish Manicure – Introduction
- French Gel Polish Manicure – Video
- French Gel Polish Manicure – Written Steps
- French Gel Polish Manicure – Self Evaluation
- Just a Reminder
- Gel Polish Removal – Introduction
- Gel Polish Removal – Video
- Gel Polish Removal – Written Steps
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson!
- Gel Polish Removal – Self Evaluation
- How Often Can We Buff the Natural Nail?
- Gel Polish Backfills
- Increasing Your Service Speed
- Correction Gel
- Custom Colours
- Working With Dark or Pastel Colours
- How Temperature Affects Gel Polish
- Six Common Gel Polish Mistakes
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Gel Polish FAQs
- FAQ – Help! I Flooded My Base Coat!
- FAQ – How Do I Get Perfect Cuticle/Side Wall Lines?
- FAQ – What If I Messed Up My First Layer?
- FAQ – What Do I Do When My Client Knocks Her Nail On The Lamp?
- FAQ – Why Is It Burning?
- FAQ – Why Does My Gel Polish Chip?
- FAQ – Why Is My Gel Manicure Wrinkly?
- FAQ – Can I Use an E-File To Prep/Remove Gel?
- FAQ – Why Is My Gel Polish Shrinking?
- FAQ – Why Can’t I Get Even Coverage?
- FAQ – Why is my Gel Polish Lifting at the Cuticle?
- FAQ – Why is my Gel Polish Chipping at the Free Edge?
- FAQ – Why is my Soak Off Taking So Long?
- FAQ – How Do I Get Glitter Off?
- FAQ – Solutions for Weak Nails
- FAQ – Why do we high shine before applying traditional polish and rough up before applying gel polish?
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Pedicures
- Introduction to Pedicures
- Natural Nail Preparation – Written Steps
- Traditional Polish Pedicure – Introduction
- Traditional Polish Pedicure (Includes Gel Polish Removal) – Video
- Traditional Polish Pedicure – Written Steps
- Traditional Polish Pedicure – Self Evaluation
- Gel Polish Pedicure – Introduction
- Gel Polish Pedicure – Video
- Gel Polish Pedicure – Written Steps
- Gel Polish Pedicure – Self Evaluation
- Deluxe Upgrade on Feet
- Why We Don’t Do Wet Pedicures
- Managing Callouses
- 10 Things Your Local Podiatrist Wishes You Knew
- Pedicure Set Ups
- A Refresher on Ergonomics
- It’s Time to Book a Lesson!
- Blood Spill Drill
- Blood Spill Drill Answers
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Finished!


