Pricing Options

You may wish to purchase this course as well as add on an Ugly Duckling Student Kit! Scroll down to read more about this kit option and what it includes.

Ugly Duckling Kit

Opt in for this kit and save 15% on these high quality products. To purchase, select the "Course + Kit" payment option above.

Halo Nail Academy courses are taught using award-winning Ugly Duckling Nails Products. Ugly Duckling is a Canadian, female owned company based out of Victoria, BC. The kit items have been hand selected by Keesha for your success in this course, but are not mandatory.

Course curriculum

    1. Welcome to Halo!

    2. Foundations of Nail Art Handbook

    3. Ugly Duckling Student Art Kit

    4. How to Practice Art on Plastic Nails

    5. Painted French Mani

    6. Rose Quartz

    7. Horizontal Gel Ombré

    8. Vertical Gel Ombré

    9. Crisp Linework

    10. Grid Nails

    11. Encapsulated Glitter

    12. Gold Leaf

    13. Transfer Foils

    14. Calacatta Sharpie Marble with Gold Foil Detailing

    15. Sharpie Nail Art

    16. Jelly Nail with Painted Clouds

    17. Colour Melt

    18. Flame Nails

    19. Lasting Chrome Application

    20. Chrome Stars

    21. Leopard Print

    22. Simple Swarovski Application

    23. Safe Swarovski Removal

    24. Swarovski and Nail Art Supply Links

    25. Planning Out a Set of Nails

    26. Let Us Know What You Think!

About this course

  • $111.00
  • 26 lessons
  • 3.5 hours of video content

Meet your Instructor

Halo Owner & Educator Keesha Carpenter

With over a decade of hard work and experience in the nail industry, Keesha has become a well-known nail artist and educator here in Canada. She continually brings her passion for nails into everything she does - and it shows! Her students share that they truly feel the love and support that she pours into her education, creating an unforgettable experience for them as they grow their own business and artistry! Check out her vibrant art on her nail account @electriknailz.

Welcome to Halo

Meet our Owner and Educator - Keesha!

See what all the buzz is about

Here are reviews from students who have taken our art courses!

5 star rating

10/10 recommend

Amy Beck

No matter if you’re a beginner or a pro this was a fun little course to take! Good instructor and good info

No matter if you’re a beginner or a pro this was a fun little course to take! Good instructor and good info

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Loved It!

Kimberly Alvarez

This course was well-taught. I was able to see and understand exactly how to do everything. I recommend this course to anyone wanting to learn how to do nail...

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This course was well-taught. I was able to see and understand exactly how to do everything. I recommend this course to anyone wanting to learn how to do nail art in an easy to understand, step-by-step manner that will succeed in giving you the confidence to try it out and practice until you get it just right.

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5 star rating

Amazing course!

Raphaelle Boulanger-Crevier

I took this class because I wanted to have more knowledge because I'm a new tech! This was the perfect class to learn a lot of techniques!

I took this class because I wanted to have more knowledge because I'm a new tech! This was the perfect class to learn a lot of techniques!

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5 star rating

Absolutely amazing!!! Perfect for beginners!

Rani Decafmeyer

Had such fun during this course. First of all, the system is amazing to work with! Very structured and clear on what video you're on or still have to do. The...

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Had such fun during this course. First of all, the system is amazing to work with! Very structured and clear on what video you're on or still have to do. The information, tips and tricks, and video's are super clear and very easy to follow. Also all products/websites are linked so you don't have to look for any of the products yourself. I know a lot of people who are not willing to share this type of information with you so this was amazing! If you are a beginner and are looking for a GOOD nail art course I would definitely recommend this one!

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Foundations of Nail Art

Jerrica Cormier

This was an awesome course! Lots of art variety that touches on all the basic techniques. Very good visual and audio quality as well as short and to-the-poin...

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This was an awesome course! Lots of art variety that touches on all the basic techniques. Very good visual and audio quality as well as short and to-the-point videos made it easy to learn :)

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General FAQ

  • Do you teach acrylic?

    No, Halo Nail Academy courses ONLY use gel nail products.

  • How do the payment plans work?

    Your first payment will come out immediately and grant you immediate access to your course. The next payments will come out on the same day of the month as your initial transaction, for as the number of months you chose for you payment plan. If you miss a payment, your course will be locked until the payment is successful. Once the payment goes through, you will regain access to your course.

  • Why isn't my discount code isn't working?

    Discount codes only apply to our art and shaping courses, and not valid on the In-Person or Online Certification Programs. They also cannot be used on payment plans.

  • My local guidelines require me to have a license to do nails in my city/province/state. Will I be a licensed nail tech after taking your courses?

    Halo is a private nail academy in Canada. We are not an accredited school. Completion of our certification programs will award you with a Certificate, not a license. If you require a license to work in your region but still want to learn from Halo, all of our courses are available for you to take in addition to your required training to help you maximize your skills and understanding of gel nail services.

  • Do I get support, homework, or feedback from my instructor?

    All Certification Programs include support, homework, and feedback from your instructor, Keesha! The only other course that does include some homework and feedback is the Advanced Gel Shaping course. If you want feedback/support in other courses, please book a session with Keesha by emailing [email protected] and requesting this.

  • Do your courses expire?

    Most of our courses never expire. The only ones that do expire are the Certification Programs, including the Soak Off Gel Manicurist Certification Program, Online Gel Extension Certification Program, and the In-Person Gel Extension Certification Program. These programs expire one year after enrolment.

  • What if I enrol in an online course and then change my mind?

    We encourage all potential students to ask lots of questions before making the investment to purchase education. Unfortunately, all courses are non-refundable.

  • Do I have to have a computer to take this course?

    Simple answer, no! You can absolutely use your phone for all training, but having a computer or something with a larger screen (ie: iPad, tablet, laptop) will really help you to be able to watch all the videos on a larger scale so you can study all of the details.

  • Do I get a certificate after I complete the course?

    A digital Certificate of Completion is awarded after the successful completion of any Halo courses! This is different from the certificates awarded to students who complete the necessary requirements of their Certification Programs. These students will have a physical certificate mailed to them for all of their hard work completing their program!