LEVEL ONE
Manicure & Gel Application Course
Russian E-File, Combi Manicure & Sculpting with Soak-Off Base Gels Program teaches you everything you must know to become an expert in nail and skin biology, nail anatomy, material chemistry, sterilization, cuticle work with and without an e-file, working with damaged nails and so much more!
Working with professional products, develop the skills you need to perform E-File manicures and work with soak-off gels. Build on that training by learning the advanced techniques involved in spa manicures and gel polish applications. Explore current nail art and gel enhancement trends. Practice what you learn by performing services – on yourself, classmates, and models – learning essential practical and theoretical skills. Finally, learn how to create a professional resumé, build your own clientele, and price your work. Every model is an opportunity for a future client! We will continue to work with you to help you build a clientele.
Is it for you?
- Newbies, Who never actively worked in the nail industry or practiced only on themself
- Professionals that would like to upgrade their skills
- For those who had time off and would like to start working again and catch up with the latest trends and techniques
$1550
Early birds
$1800
Full-Price
Contact us directly at info@emischool.ca or (647)297-7032
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5 Day Certification
Get EMI Certified in just 5 DAYS! Upon completing Level 1, you will be able to start building clients and offering natural nail manicures.
Small Class Sizes
To ensure a pro-active, intimate, and hands-on learning experience, EMI class sizes are capped at 10 students.
Self-Employment Opportunities
At EMI, we provide the tools, techniques, and products to help individuals start their own legitimate business.
Career Services
EMI is committed to the continued growth and development of all students. From portfolio development to marketing and business assistance, EMI is here to help you succeed!
Schedule

Theory
- Product intro + Receive your kit!
- Intro to Russian e-filing manicure.
- Safe work environment for you and your clients
- The differences between cuticles and how to work with each one.
- Skin & Nail biology
- Nail anatomy & nail/skin diseases & conditions
- Proper Nail Prep
- Material Chemistry
- Quick old coat removal scheme with a bit
- On the first day you will be practising yourself to be able to feel and understand the client when you are using the Russian E-filling and Combi techniques (the student should not touch the cuticle 7 days before the course)
Theory
Sterilization
Nail Shaping & Strengthening
Combined Manicure (including E-File and scissors/nippers)
- Nail treatments for damaged nails
- Nail Straightening & Sealing
- Fixing Broken Nails
- Russian E-Filing & Cuticle work
- Coating using Gel paints and Emilac (Gel Polish)
- Camouflage bases application (Gel overlay)
Practice
- Practicing Russian e-file/combi manicure technique on a model
- Removing the old coating (if applicable)
- Shaping the natural/fixing/adding a short extension (if applicable)
- Avoiding product spreading
- Camouflage base coating
- Creating a Quick design
Theory
- Q&A
- Theory on the technique of Combi and Russian E-file manicure (scissors/nippers)
- Types of transparent bases.
- Nail Shaping & Strengthening
- Nail Straightening & Sealing
- Fixing Broken Nails
Practice
- Models are coming at 11AM
- Removing the old coating (if applicable)
- Nail treatment for damaged nails
- “Combi” manicure technique
- Alignment of the nail plate using the base
- Coating under the cuticle (using the gel polish colour)
Theory
- Nail Shaping & Strengthening
- Combined Manicure (including E-File and scissors/nippers)
- Nail booster for damaged nails
- Nail Straightening & Sealing
- Fixing Broken Nails
Practice
- Models are coming at 11AM
- Fixing Broken Nails
- Removing the old coating (if applicable)
- Manicure technique of your choice
- Coating under the cuticle (using the colour)
Theory
- Nail Shaping & Strengthening
- Combined Manicure (including E-File and scissors/nippers)
- Nail booster for damaged nails
- Nail Straightening & Sealing
- Fixing Broken Nails
Practice
- Models are coming at 10.30AM
- Fixing Broken Nails
- Removing the old coating (if applicable)
- Manicure technique of your choice
- Coating under the cuticle (using the colour)
*Receiving EMI International Certification by full completing the course with excellence
Course Kit Included!
$500 Value
- Cleansing Spray (200ml)
- Eurocleanser (200ml)
- Nail Prep (9ml)
- Corn Shaped Rotary File
- Drop Rotary File
- Ball Rotary File
- White Nail File
- Sanding File
- Free Edge #08 (9ml)
- Camouflage Base (9ml)
- Base Gel or Med-Sculpt(9ml)
- Ultrabond
- Tackless Top Gel (9ml)
- Professional Cuticle Scissors
- Emi Logo Brush
- Barbie Oil (9ml)
- Linear brush KL 5/0
- Composite brush
Got questions? Get in Touch!
info@emischool.ca
647-297-7032
Available 10AM-4PM EST
FAQs
This course is designed for people at all skill levels. Your instructor will walk you through a structured curriculum with step-by-step instructions, but will also challenge you to go beyond the course content by exploring your own creativity. You will be able to gain support and up-level your skills by participating in a community of your peers and by receiving meaningful feedback on your work from trained nail technicians.
In course training provides your own manicure kit valued at over $500 along with all of the best quality e-filing systems and UV lights available in class! We also provide real-life models for you to practice on!
Every in-person course includes a FREE course kit, including everything necessary to complete the program. You will be receive your kit on Day 1 of the program. Additionally, you will have 10%OFF our online store and showroom, TWICE!