SLX Combined
Acrylic, builder gel & gel polish, taught together. From foundational structure through to advanced artistic design.
Or 3 monthly payments of £299 with Klarna
ABT ACCREDITED · LIFETIME ACCESS · SELF-PACED
SUPPLIES BOUGHT SEPARATELY · AROUND £200 TO BUILD YOUR PROFESSIONAL KIT
For anyone serious about nails as a career.
SLX Combined is the beginner-to-professional foundation. You don't need previous experience or existing qualifications.
By the end, you'll be ABT-accredited across acrylic, builder gel & gel polish. You'll understand the technique, the artistry, the client experience, and the business alongside it.
Nothing about being new is a disadvantage here. Every professional nail artist started at zero.
- You're starting your career in nails and want an accredited qualification, leaving you insurable and then ready to start
- You've been doing nails for friends and family and want to turn it into a business
- You've completed shorter courses but feel gaps in your foundation
- You want gel polish, builder gel and acrylic taught together, not sold separately
What's inside SLX Combined
The Combined curriculum
Welcome and getting started
- Introduction to SLX Combined and how the course works
- How the practical review and certification works
Nail prep
- General health & safety
- Setting up your workstation
- Cuticle care
- Shine removal and surface preparation
Builder gel foundation
- Tip application & shaping
- Gel polish application
- Gel polish removal
- Builder gel application
- Refining
- Builder gel infills
- Builder gel removal
Acrylic foundation
- E-file technique: bits, speed control, directional rotation, avoiding heat
- Tip application and shaping
- Dappen dish setup, brush prep, bead consistency
- Acrylic application
- Refining and finishing
- Acrylic infills
- Acrylic removal
Hygiene & safety
- Sanitising your tools
- Salon hygiene
- Ventilation and creating a safe workspace
- Contra-indications and contra-actions
Theory test
- Multiple-choice assessment with 75% pass mark
- Retakes available
Practical assessment and certification
- Complete 3 practical case studies to pass
- Photo submission of completed gel polish, builder gel and acrylic work
- Personal review by Sarah, reviewed and marked weekly
- ABT-accredited certificate issued on approval
The extras
57-page training manual
A comprehensive training manual to accompany the videos. Covers everything you need to know to complete the course.
Recommended products list
The exact products Sarah uses in the SLX Studio, with direct links for straightforward ordering and discount code for some of the products.
Lifetime video access
Rewatch anytime. Course updates are included as Sarah refines the material.
SLX Collective community
3-month free trial. Direct access with Sarah and a community of other nail technicians in a space where you can grow together.
ABT-accredited certificate
Issued on completion. Recognised by insurers for professional nail work.
Personal review from Sarah
Not automated grading. Sarah reviews your practical work personally before certifying you.
Nail art bonus techniques
Bonus lessons covering chrome, french tips & 3D flowers.
The business alongside the craft
Every SLX course teaches the technique alongside the business of turning it into a career. Because knowing how to do the work is only half the picture.
- Client care and the professional standards that build repeat bookings
- Aftercare principles that protect your work and demonstrate your expertise
- Infill and removal maintenance that keeps clients returning every 2-3 weeks
- Setting up as a nail technician: legal, insurance and professional set up
- Client consultations
- Pricing your work with confidence
Feedback from some of Sarah's students.
“The course was such a nice, fun and relaxed experience. Sarah was a great teacher with a lot of knowledge and support.”
“Sarah is honestly the best teacher a girl can ask for !! So happy I took the course and I already know it's the best investment I've made on myself!! Thank you so much again, I really enjoyed it!!”
“The last two days have been amazing. Sarah was such a patient and attentive teacher. I now feel so confident and can't wait to start the rest of the journey.”
“This course has helped me so much. I am so glad i booked the course with you! I feel so much more confident and I cant wait to start doing this full time.”
What you'll need to get started
We provide a full product list on enrolment, showing exactly what to buy and where. These are the same products Sarah uses in the SLX Studio every day, so you'll be training using professional supplies from day one. Building the kit costs around £200.
Once you've built the kit, you can use this to begin your nail journey.
Sarah, founder of SLX.
Sarah built SLX from her bedroom before moving to her Brighton studio, teaching herself the craft alongside a business management degree.
Her passion for nails turned into a love for helping others who are in a similar position as she once was starting from zero.
Check out our individual courses.
Each technique is available as a standalone course. Perfect if you want to focus on one before adding the other.
SLX Acrylic
The acrylic technique taught in full, including e-file work. ABT-accredited, self-paced, lifetime access.
SLX Builder Gel & Gel Polish
The builder gel technique taught in full. ABT-accredited, self-paced, lifetime access.
In-Person Courses
Train with Sarah in Brighton. Accredited hands-on days in acrylic, builder gel or gel polish for beginners or nail artists ready to level up.
SLX Acrylic
The acrylic technique taught in full, including e-file work. ABT-accredited, self-paced, lifetime access.
SLX Builder Gel & Gel Polish
The builder gel technique taught in full. ABT-accredited, self-paced, lifetime access.
In-Person Courses
Train with Sarah in Brighton. Accredited hands-on days in acrylic, builder gel or gel polish for beginners or nail artists ready to level up.
SLX Acrylic
The acrylic technique taught in full, including e-file work. ABT-accredited, self-paced, lifetime access.
SLX Builder Gel & Gel Polish
The builder gel technique taught in full. ABT-accredited, self-paced, lifetime access.
In-Person Courses
Train with Sarah in Brighton. Accredited hands-on days in acrylic, builder gel or gel polish for beginners or nail artists ready to level up.
Your questions answered
Do I need any previous experience?+
No. SLX Combined is beginner-friendly. Every module builds progressively, so whether you've never touched a nail before or you've been doing them at home for friends, you'll be able to follow along.
Do I need to buy supplies separately from the course price?+
Yes. We provide a full product list on enrolment, showing exactly what to buy and where. These are the same products Sarah uses in the SLX Studio every day, so you'll be training using professional supplies from day one. Building the kit costs around £200. Once you've built the kit, you can use this to begin your nail journey.
Is this actually ABT accredited?+
Yes. SLX Combined is fully ABT-accredited across acrylic, builder gel & gel polish. On completion of the course and assessments, you'll receive an ABT-recognised certificate. This qualification is what unlocks professional insurance and lets you work legally as a nail technician in the UK.
Are there any age restrictions?+
SLX Academy courses are open to students aged 16 and over. This is due to industry insurance requirements and the professional nature of the training.
How do I access my course if I click away or get logged off?+
Go to https://www.slxcourses.com and log back into the account you created when you first purchased the course.
If you have any trouble with your password, there is a button for "Forgot password?". Follow the instructions to reset your password using the email address you used when purchasing the course.
If you have any trouble remembering the email you used to create your account, please email us at admin@slxacademy.com and we will do our best to find it for you. We will need your first and last name.
What's the difference between SLX Combined and buying Builder Gel and Acrylic separately?+
SLX Combined teaches three techniques together at a single price of £897. Learning the techniques alongside each other teaches the whole package and saves you money. It's for people who haven't already got any of the accreditations and want them all ticked in one go.
How long will the course take?+
Most of our courses can be completed in a couple of days but you can go at whatever pace you are comfortable.
Can I pay in instalments?+
Yes. You can pay £897 upfront, or split it across three monthly payments of £299 with Klarna. Both options are available at checkout.
What if I decide the course isn't for me?+
Full refund is available within 14 days of purchase only if no course content has been accessed. Once any course content has been accessed, no refund is available, because enrolment delivers the full digital product immediately. By purchasing, you consent to immediate access and acknowledge this waives your 14-day cancellation right under the Consumer Contracts (Information, Cancellation and Additional Charges) Regulations 2013. To request a refund, contact us at admin@slxacademy.com within the 14-day period.
Do I get a certificate?+
Yes. On completion of the course and assessments, you'll receive your ABT-accredited certificate digitally, sent straight to your email in a printable, high-resolution format.
How does SLX Collective's free trial work?+
Every SLX Combined enrolment includes 3 months of the SLX Collective community at no additional cost. You'll receive an invitation via email. After the 3 months, you can choose to continue as a paying member or let the trial lapse.
What if I'm outside the UK?+
SLX Combined is available worldwide. The course itself is delivered online in English, and the video lessons work on any device with an internet connection. ABT is a UK accreditation, so if you plan to work as a nail technician in another country, check whether your local licensing body recognises ABT or requires separate certification. We're happy to help clarify. Just get in touch.
Three techniques. All in one.
ABT ACCREDITED · LIFETIME ACCESS · SELF-PACED