Suitable For: Beginners/Experienced Technicians

 

At Willow Academy we are specialists in the E-File industry. We don't just sell E-file bits, we know them inside out and now we want to share that knowledge with you. With so many E-Files and E-File bits available on the market how do you know which ones to choose and how to use them correctly? This Level 1 E-File course is ideal for those completely new to using an E-File or for those who want more in-depth training and knowledge to help build their confidence. We teach you everything there is to know about E-Files.

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Course Requirements:

You are required to have a minimum qualification in Gel Manicure/Gel Polish to be eligible for the course. 

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What You'll Learn:

- Theory covering health and safety, E-File anatomy, E-File care, RPMs VS Torque, All the different types of E-File Bits, their materials/uses/shapes/benefits/properties/grits and how to clean and care for them. 

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- Practical covering how to use a variety of carbide bits to remove gel colour from an overlay or extensions, debulk product, shorten length, remove lifting, refine product after application and full product removal. How to safely prep the natural nails using sanding bands and how to safely prep the cuticle area using Diamond Bits.

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Our E-File course is FULLY ACCREDITED with ABT. The E-file course is aimed at those who have an understanding, qualification & experience in Nail treatments such as Gel Polish, Hard Gel Treatments or Acrylic Treatments. To ensure the highest standards of training, students will be required to show an understanding of the Machine, Bits & how to use them correctly and safely to pass.

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Kit:

You'll need an E-File Machine (This doesn't need to be brand specific) and the Willow course kit bundle

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Suitable For: Experienced Technicians
 

This Level 2 "Perfect Prep Course" concentrates on the perfect cuticle prep using the whole range of Willow Diamond Bits. This course is dedicated to prep only.

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Are you wishing to up your E-file Prep game? Then this is the course for you. We will go through the stages of prep using an E-file & show you how to use each and every one of the Willow Cuticle Bits.

Here at Willow we are advocates for the "Willow Way" this means working "Your Way". If you wish to solely use E-file for prep, we have got you covered. If you would like to use a combination of E-file prep & traditional methods then we are here to support you every step of the way. 

There is no right or wrong, it's all about using the method that suits you and we adapt our teaching to each student to complement this. 

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Course Requirements:

You must hold a qualification in Gel Polish minimum and E-File

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What You'll Learn:

- Theory covering health and safety, All the different types of Diamond E-File Bits, their materials/uses/shapes/benefits/properties/grits and how to clean and care for them. Different skin types and how to avoid over working the skin. 

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- Practical covering how to use a variety of Diamond Bits to create a perfectly prepped E-File Manicure. You'll learn how to safely separate dead cuticle from the nail plate, how to remove dead skin from the proximal nail fold and how to polish the skin, how to combine using cuticle nippers or scissors for a combi manicure and how to use a range of other diamond bits for reaching hard to reach areas and exfoliating and polishing the skin for a luxury finish. ​

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Our Perfect Prep course is FULLY ACCREDITED with ABT. The E-file course is aimed at those who have an understanding, qualification & experience in Nail treatments such as Gel Polish, Hard Gel Treatments or Acrylic Treatments. To ensure the highest standards of training, students will be required to show an understanding of the Machine, Bits & how to use them correctly and safely to pass.

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Kit:

You'll need an E-File Machine (This doesn't need to be brand specific) and the Willow cuticle kit bundle and Mini Series

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Suitable For: Experienced Technicians
 

Willow's "E-Pedi Course" concentrates on a waterless Pedicure treatment using E-file bits. Using exfoliation by E-filing rather than blades & peels. Perfect for feet that are in good condition as well as feet with cracks & fissures. 

 

Please note this is not medical pedicure training and doesn't involve any foot health practitioner/podiatrist training

 

Are you wishing to up your Pedi game?

If yes, then this is the course for you. We will go through the stages of consultation, area set up, Pedicure procedure each step of the way.

Here at Willow we are advocates for the "Willow Way" this means working "Your Way". If you wish to solely use E-file for prep, we have got you covered. If you would like to use a combination of E-file prep & traditional methods then we are here to support you every step of the way. 

There is no right or wrong, it's all about using the method that suits you and we adapt our teaching to each student to compliment this. 

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Course Requirements:

You must already hold an E-file Qualification as this is a Level 2 course.

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What You'll Learn:

- Theory covering health and safety, All the different types of Diamond E-File Bits, their materials/uses/shapes/benefits/properties/grits and how to clean and care for them. What is an E-Pedi, E-pedi vs traditional pedicure, what the difference is between cracks, callouses and corns, how to identify and work with callouses and cracks, recommended products, contraindications and consultation

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- Practical covering how to use a variety of Diamond Bits and sanding disks to perform your pedicure, how to work with the skin and different types of skin and when to use different grits, correct speed and pressure, how to pin point problem areas, how to reduce hard skin, how to reduce and improve cracks and calluses, how to polish the skin, how to prep the cuticles, how to plan future treatments, ​

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Our E-Pedi course is FULLY ACCREDITED with ABT. The E-Pedi course is aimed at those who have an understanding, qualification & experience in Pedicures, E-File and nail treatments such as Gel Polish, Hard Gel Treatments or Acrylic Treatments. To ensure the highest standards of training, students will be required to show an understanding of the Machine, Bits & how to use them correctly and safely to pass.

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Kit:

You'll need an E-File Machine (This doesn't need to be brand specific) and the Willow E-Pedi kit bundle 

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Suitable For: Beginner/Experienced Technicians
 
Ideal for beginners or experienced technicians wishing to learn how to apply Sculpted Hard Gel, AcrylGel Or Acrylic Extensions. The course will take place over 2.5 days with 3-4 weeks between the second and third day where you will be required to do 3 case studies.
 

Course Requirements:

You are required to have a qualification in Gel Manicure/Gel Polish to be eligible for the course. Already experienced in Nail Extensions is ideal but not compulsory. 

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What You'll Learn:

- Theory covering health and safety, nail anatomy, nail diseases and disorders, Gel or Acrylic chemistry, overexposure, the differences between different systems, client consultation and tips vs forms.

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- Practical covering safe natural nail prep, how to fit and tailor forms to different nail types, how to safely work with your chosen product, sculpted application of salon shapes, shaping and filing techniques, removal, how to infill and repair, aftercare and maintenance. 

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All our Nail Extension courses are FULLY ACCREDITED with ABT and ideal for beginners who wish to start a career in the nail industry or experienced technicians wishing to add a new service to their treatment menu. 

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To ensure the highest standards of training, students will be required to pass both theory and practical during their practical training and complete case studies. 

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Brand/Kit:

Willow Nail courses are Non-brand specific. This gives you the opportunity to use which ever professional brand you wish. Willow promotes  "freedom of choice" and offers support for all techs, what ever you use. Products will be provided for you to use during the course but if you need any advise on which professional brands to choose from for use after the course please do not hesitate to ask. A tool kit is included in the price of the course.

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