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Builder gel & Gel extensions nail courses

in depth nail courses and education

Nail education you have been dreaming of

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Whether you're starting from scratch or refining your technique, our nail courses are designed to give you everything you need to succeed. Created and led by industry professional Emily Zerella, these training programs combine expert led education with hands on experience to help you master Structured Builder Gel (BIAB), Soft Gel Extensions, and every detail in between.

Each course is tailored to suit your skill level, beginner or experienced. Designed to always make you feel supported, challenged and confident. From flawless prep to business smarts, we leave no stone unturned.

You won’t just learn how to do nails, you’ll learn how to build a brand.

Your 1:1 training options

  • Builder Gel (BIAB)

    Builder Gel (BIAB)

    Natural nail beauty! Learn natural nail builder gel overlays

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  • Gel Extensions

    Gel Extensions

    Long nail baddie! Learn soft gel extensions

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    The Nail Matrix - Both BIAB and Gel x

    Learn both gel extensions and builder gel combined!

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Why train with us?

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Because you get results. This isn’t a course that finishes when the day is done. This is a no bs program that not only teaches you skill, it also gives you the secrets to my success! No gate keeping here.

In just 5 years I have been able to scale my business to hire staff, open a commercial salon and now bring in well over 6 figures. The only Nail Educator in Melbourne doing this btw!

All of our in person training teaches you skill that sets you apart from others, offers ongoing support and also breaks down the business audit that I still use to manage my businesses.

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what the students are saying

  • Madi d

    Emily you did an amazing job with the whole training day! Being your first student too was so special and you took your time explaining everything in so much detail more than I’ve ever got with any training I’ve done with nails. The way you demonstrate how to do things was perfect and so easy to understand what you were saying. Then having a go there was so rush or pressure which was so lovely. I’ve never felt so much confidence come out while doing nails. Emily was just amazing!!! I would love to come back and do the BIAB course with Emily to continue upskill even more!

  • anonymous

    The Gel Genie BIAB course with Em was exactly what I was looking for as a beginner. The theory provided was so in depth but not confusing. Em was so helpful, patient and kind the whole day. She clearly explained everything and it was obvious that she has a lot of knowledge, understanding and is so passionate about nails and educating. It was the perfect day and I would highly recommend this course.

  • anonymous

    This refresher training on both Gel X and BIAB was amazing! I gained a deeper understanding of nail diseases and learned new techniques for building the perfect apex for my clients. The best part? Practicing on a real client! Whether you’re a beginner or experienced, choosing Emily as my instructor has been one of the best investments! 🙌🏻

  • anonymous

    Such a fun day! Emily was able to very easily tailor the day to suit my needs as an already experienced tech, making it an upskilling day with mainly practical work! She also is more than happy to go through any and all products she uses and what she does and doesn’t recommend, no gate keeping here 🤩

  • Reanne S

    I loved this concept of training so much! It’s very practical watching as an observer and being able to ask so many questions.

  • madi d

    Em!!!! You did bloody amazing, and you went into so much depth with everything! You can tell how much passion you have for what you do, and it shows in how you teach. You truly are amazing at what you do and are born to teach others with how well you demonstrate and explain things. Plus, you are so real, raw, and reliable, which I think makes everyone connect with you on a deeper level and feel able to ask questions if there are any! You truly are going places, hun, and you should be so damn proud of yourself 💗

  • Lara

    The day was great I loved having hands on experience with doing repairs and removals and working in not so perfect nails there was no things missing or not covered on the day. Emily is an amazing trainer with lots of knowledge and helped me with my correcting my technique!

over 50+ students from across the globe

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Madi from Vermont @definition.studios_
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Bibiana from Norway @nailbarbergen
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Jayde from Croydon @gelbyjayde
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Olivia from South Morang @aelisestudios
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Jana from Pakenham @janas.gelx
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Jas from Eltham @gelledbyjas_
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Ella from Donvale @geldbyella

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course terms and conditions

  • Ownership of Training Materials: All training materials, techniques, and information provided during the course are the intellectual property of Emily Zerella. The Student may not copy or distribute the material learned in this course to others without written permission from the Trainer. Students must not on sell or give any course material to any other party.

  • Payment of agreed amount is required to secure training dates.

    Non-refundable deposit agreement. By enrolling in this course, you agree to submit a non-refundable deposit as part of the payment for the course. This deposit is required to secure your spot and confirms your commitment to the course. The deposit amount and payment plan options will be clearly outlined during the enrollment process, and the terms and amount have been discussed and agreed upon prior to enrollment.

    Deposit and/ or course price is non-refundable.

    1. A minimum of 7 days notice is required to cancel or reschedule the course. Any Cancellations or rescheduling with less than 7 days of the booked date, will result in 100% of the course price forfeited, including all fees paid and any physical products included in the kit (if applicable). 

    2. If given more than 7 days notice to reschedule, the full price of the course can be transferred to a later date. Subject to availability.

      1. Cancellation or rescheduling of the second date (if applicable) must be given more than 7 days notice to transfer to a later date.

      2. No refunds can be given if first initial training date has been completed and student cancels or reschedules the second training date.

      3. To reschedule, another non-refundable deposit will be required to be paid to confirm the new training date. (if not already paid in full)

    3. No refunds or transfers will be issued for cancellations, rescheduling or missed training days within 7 Days of training date. Failure to show to training on agreed date will result in all payments being forfeited. Failure to show means all payments and kit supplied (if applicable) will be forfeited and no refund can be made.

    4. The full course price can be transferred to a later training date if more than 8 days notice has been given and agreed to. If training has been rescheduled the date must be booked in and completed within 365 days of the original training date. This is subject to availability and is students responsibility to seek.

    5. If the course has been rescheduled 3 times or more, the full amount of the course will be forfeited.

  • By paying and booking inn the course, you agree to all terms and conditions