Why Choose a Halo Classroom?

  • Small Class Sizes

    We provide intimate training sessions with a maximum of 4 students per class! This ensures that no questions go unanswered, and that students get lots of one on one time with their instructor!

  • Student Support

    We offer our students ongoing support throughout their certification and even have alumni group chats where students can network with one another and boost each others social media engagement!

  • Huge Student Kits

    Unlike other schools, our student kits are jam packed full of goodies! We include everything from sanitation supplies, e-file, dust collectors, and lamps, to gel essentials, nail art goodies, and more!

Vancouver, BC

Licensed Educator Keesha Carpenter

Keesha has been absolutely obsessed with nails since she became a certified nail technician in 2014! She is so grateful to be able to help people express themselves creatively through the art of nails! In 2019, she decided to start teaching nails so that she could share this passion she has for her profession with aspiring nail artists! Since then, she has taught and certified many nail technicians, which has expanded her passion for this industry even further. She teaches them not only how to create beautifully balanced and artistic nails, but also how to build their own successful nail businesses!
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Calgary, AB

Licensed Educator Mia Michele

Mia is passionate about creating a positive change in the nail industry. She would love to see an increase in respect for dedicated nail artists, who can feel confident in charging their worth without judgement or fear. Almost 10, of her 15 + years of experience has been spent educating others privately, cultivating an understanding of what’s lacking in the industry. Her passion for this, paired with her high attention to detail, means her students receive an exemplary education. They are taught not only how to create high quality, perfectly structured nail enhancements and artworks, but also how to value themselves and take pride in their work as they enter this amazing industry!
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In-Person Gel Certification Program

Designed for those New to Nails!

This beginner level program requires no previous training and is designed for the aspiring nail tech who wants to become certified.  Our 6 day, In-Person Gel Certification will teach you every fundamental aspect of becoming a skilled nail technician!  We teach you everything you will need to know in order to launch a successful and rewarding career in this industry! 

Unlike many other nail training programs that are outdated, overpriced, and overbooked, our programs provide intimate training sessions with a maximum of 4 students per class, preparing you for a career in the nail industry by giving you personal, hands-on training directly from someone who is a well-established influencer in the nail industry!

We promise you won't leave our program with unanswered questions.  It is our mission to ensure you always feel supported as you grow and flourish in this industry. 

 

Our gel nail training covers much more than the basic nail knowledge taught in other courses. In contrast to the larger and more basic nail courses, this program covers ALL nail shapes. You will also learn advanced techniques such as pinching, e-file manicuring & trending nail art!  You will learn how to price your services, how to brand and market yourself, and how to grow your clientele as well. We want to ensure that you will leave our program with the skills you'll need to run a successful business in this industry.



Student Kits

You will not find another program in the industry that includes a student kit that even compares to ours!  We love being able to curate our student kits based on our many years of experience.  All kits consist of all our favourite products, including all gels from Magic Gel System, a Canadian based company that is vegan, cruelty free, and free from all known carcinogens!  


What you will learn:

  • Salon safety 
  • Sanitation procedures
  • Nail anatomy
  • Nail disorders and diseases
  • Bacterial and fungal infections
  • E-file manicuring
  • Flawless prep
  • Sculpted gel structure
  • Square, coffin, stiletto, & almond shaping
  • Pinching and form customization
  • Handfiling techniques
  • Safe E-filing
  • Ergonomics
  • Clean color application
  • French Manicure
  • Trending nail art
  • Gel fills and repairs
  • Hard gel removals
  • Soak off removals
  • Brand development
  • Social media marketing
  • Client Communication
  • Nail photography
  • And more!

Art and Shaping Work Shops

For nail techs looking to refine their technique!

Let’s face it, social media has entirely changed the nail industry, and with more and more nail techs becoming true NAIL ARTISTS, the standard is set high for nail techs all across the world.  

In order to stay relevant, we need to keep up to date with all of the trending art and refined shaping, and these workshops are designed to help you do that!  If you are looking to spice up your artistry, expand your business, and make more money, you are in the right place!  Send us an email to find out what our upcoming workshops are!


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