For beginners and experienced techs who want the most complete career path.

LEVEL 3: CAREER PROGRAM

Build a real nail career with full salon training, real clients, and advanced techniques.

Students Trained at NIIM

Now working in salons & with clients

THE NIIM FOUNDATION

Every NIIM student trains with the same professional foundation, because clean, confident work comes from strong basics.

In Level 3, the foundation is applied daily across all techniques, advanced cases, and real client work, so nothing is skipped as you grow professionally.

You'll be trained in:

Nail anatomy & health

Hygiene & sterilization

Cuticle work (manual + e-file)

Prep for long-lasting retention
Shaping & structure

Product control

Durability & retention

E-file mastery

Clean polish application

Basic to advanced nail art

Client communication

Professional timing & workflow

Photography & video for IG

Basic content creation

COURSE OVERVIEW

Technique You’ll Master

You will fully master all SIX professional techniques:

Russian Manicure
Bio Builder Gel (BIAB)
Acrylic
Dual Form
Gel-X
Pedicure

You learn how to apply them confidently, consistently, and professionally.

Duration & Schedule

Duration

8 days of training + 8 days of internship
Total duration: 8 weeks

Available Schedules

> Wednesday & Thursday: 11AM-3PM

> Saturday & Sunday: 11AM-3PM

> Thursday & Friday: 3PM-7PM

Need a different schedule?

We’ll do our best to work around your availability. Final schedules are subject to availability and confirmation with Thalia.

Training Structure

Part 1: Learn & Build Your Foundation

Theory: Learn essential nail techniques, products, and safety practices.
Live Demonstration: Watch your trainer demonstrate each technique step by step.
Mannequin Practice: Build your confidence and basic skills before working on real hands.

Part 2: Guided Hands-On Training

Guided Practice: Practice nail techniques with direct, hands-on guidance from your trainer.
Real Model Practice: Apply your skills on real models under supervision.
Personalized Corrections: Get immediate feedback and corrections to improve your technique, speed, and confidence.

Part 3: Salon Internship & Real-World Experience

Real Client Exposure: Assist the salon team and learn professional service standards.
Model Practice: Continue improving your skills through hands-on practice with models.
Team Feedback & Support: Receive ongoing guidance, corrections, and support from our experienced salon team.

✨ What You’ll Get (On Top of the NIIM Foundation)

Advanced nail art system, including:
ombré, cat eye, chrome, French, freehand, 3D flowers & more
Exposure to advanced and difficult client cases
Hands-on practice with real models & real clients
Daily correction on speed, shaping, structure & retention
Sales & client communication training
Marketing basics + filming + content creation
Business setup guidance
(pricing, home studio setup, job preparation)
Training nail kit
(used in class + take home, returned after training)
Lifetime access to NIIM's online training portal
Private student chat support
NIIM Certificate of Completion

What This Training Allows You To Do

After completing Level 3, you’ll be able to:

Work confidently in professional salons
Take clients at home with proper standards
Build a strong portfolio across all techniques
Handle real client cases with confidence
Price your services properly
Build a beauty career you can rely on

This program prepares you not just to work, but to grow and sustain a career in nails.

LOCATION

66 Duluth Ave E, Montreal, QC H2W 1G8

NEXT BATCH

November 2026

(Only 2 spots left)

FORMAT

In-person, salon training

Real models & Real clients

LEVEL 3 · CAREER PROGRAM

Reserve your seat for the next available training batch

All Level 3 students train with the complete NIIM Foundation, plus:

✔ Full mastery of all six (6) techniques

✔ Advanced nail art systems

✔ Real client experience + internship

✔ Sales & client communication training

✔ Marketing basics + filming + content creation

✔ Business setup & job preparation

✔ Portfolio-ready work across techniques

✔ Training nail kit

✔ Lifetime access to NIIM's online training portal

✔ NIIM Certificate of Completion

Perfect if you want full professional and career readiness.

Want to know more about the training?

ENQUIRE ABOUT TRAINING

MEET PAULINE

From starting with zero to building a real nail career

Her story proves something important:

Building a real nail career comes from long-term commitment and consistent practice.

PAULINE'S WORK

This work was refined through focused correction on prep, structure, and retention.

CLIENT REVIEWS ABOUT PAULINE'S WORK

WHAT NIIM STUDENTS SAY

Real stories from students who trained inside NIIM and grew their skills step by step.

NOT SURE YET? HERE'S OUR PROMISE.

THE NIIM GUARANTEE

Join the training, meet Thalia, and experience real salon coaching.

If within the first 4 days you feel this training isn’t right for you, talk to us.
You’ll receive guidance, correction, and support.

And, If after that it truly doesn’t feel aligned, we’ll discuss the best solution, including a refund if applicable.

DEPOSIT SECURITY: Your $500 deposit secures your seat.

If NIIM needs to reschedule, your deposit is automatically transferred to the next batch.

ENQUIRE ABOUT TRAINING

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

"Do I need prior experience to join Level 3?"

No.

Level 3 is open to beginners and experienced techs who want the most complete career path.

"Will I work on real clients?"

Yes. You’ll practice with real clients during training and internship.

"What if my basics are not perfect yet?"

That’s normal.

The NIIM Foundation is reinforced and corrected before advancing, nothing is skipped.

“I’m a total beginner. Is this really for me?”

Yes, my courses are exactly for beginners.

90% of my most successful students started with zero experience,

and they were able to start working as fast as 3 weeks after training.

“I’m scared I might hurt someone… what if I make mistakes?”

It’s okay to make mistakes, that’s part of learning.

You will practice on models with full supervision.

I guide your angle, pressure, speed, and safety every session.

Slowly, you will feel more confident and in control.

“What if I’m not talented or artistic enough?”

You don’t need natural talent.

Skill grows through structure, repetition, and correction.

If you can follow steps, you can learn nails.

“My English or French is not good… will I struggle?”

No, you won’t.

Many students speak simple English or French.

I teach visually and step-by-step, so you learn by doing.

You don’t need strong language to understand the training.

"Do I need to prepare anything before training?"

No special preparation is needed.

After you enroll, you’ll receive clear instructions on what to expect. Just show up ready to learn.

“What if I need more time to practice after training?”

You will still get support.

You can send photos or videos in the student chat anytime,

and I will guide you even after your training ends.

“Will salons recognize the certification?”

Yes.

Your NIIM Certificate is accepted by salons

and used by students for hiring, internships, and home-business marketing.

“Do you offer payment plans?”

Yes.

You can reserve your seat with a non-refundable deposit of CA$500.

The remaining balance is paid before your confirmed training start date.

“Will you help me get clients or a job after?”

You will receive:

• Internship opportunities

• Hiring support (for students who meet NIIM Standard)

• Portfolio guidance

• Pricing and service tips

• Real experience with clients

Top students are often hired or recommended to partner salons.

READY TO BUILD A REAL NAIL CAREER?

You’re just a few weeks into structured training, real clients, and the kind of experience that actually prepares you for salons or your own business.

ENQUIRE ABOUT TRAINING

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