Free online course for nail technicians

Removal Mastery: a clean removal, a healthy natural nail

Remove any product without damaging the natural nail, with a hand file or an e-file. And discover my teaching and the training platform, for free.

  • 1h40 of training
  • 7 videos
  • Hand file or e-file
  • Certificate of completion

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Instant access once you sign up. Available 24/7 for 1 year.

1h40of training in 7 videos
1 yearaccess, 24/7, on any device
1 certificateof completion at the end
100% freeno credit card, no PayPal

Removal: the most underrated service

A good removal is advertising

A client who's had a properly done removal will keep talking about you. And since this service is rarely done well, it sets you apart.

A poorly informed client becomes a disappointed client

There's nothing worse than walking a client to the door without being able to explain why her nails feel softer.

Soft nails can be avoided

You'll understand what really happens to the natural nail, how to avoid that soft-nail feeling, and how to explain it to your client.

What students send me after the course

Real messages and photos from Kittycia students. Tap an image to see it in full size.

What's inside

1 hour 40 minutes of training7 videos1 year to rewatch as often as you need
Theory course
  • Why removal is the most important service, and why it's a form of advertising
  • The different removal methods
  • Nail composition, for better results
  • Why nails feel softer after removal, and how to avoid it
  • When and why to do a removal
  • Recognizing infections and fungus, and knowing when to refer your client
  • Explaining the process to your client and advising her
  • The difference between keratin treatments, protein treatments and hardeners
  • How much to charge and how long this service should take
  • What shape to give the free edge, and why
Practical course
  • Demonstration on two fingers
  • A very step-by-step, slow-motion demonstration so you can observe every detail
  • Then a fast demonstration, in real client conditions
  • Tips for keeping your bearings
  • A removal with a natural finish or a "perfect manicure" finish
Certificate

You receive your certificate of completion at the end of the program.

A free way to try my teaching

Before choosing an advanced course, see how I teach and how the platform works.

  1. Slow motion, then real speed

    I show every step slowly so you can observe, then at real client speed so you can check your timing.

  2. Hand file or e-file

    Both methods are taught. If you don't work with an e-file, this course is still perfectly suited for you.

  3. Any product

    Demonstrations are done on gel, and the method applies just as well to acrylic, acrygel and gel polish.

Inside the platform

This is what you'll see once you sign up, on your computer or your phone. Tap an image to see it in full size.

Every video has English subtitles
Track your progress
Key points with every video

What students say

Real reviews from Kittycia students, translated from French.

Like many of you, I hesitated before treating myself to an online course, and in the end, honestly, I have absolutely no regrets! Alicia's explanations are so clear and detailed that the product barely matters: you just adapt! […] So now I've gone and taken the removal course.
Kittycia studentTranslated from French
I highly recommend! Kittycia is a meticulous trainer! Don't be afraid of the distance, quite the opposite! You really get the feeling of doing a tailor-made course. And on top of that, you learn at your own pace. Brilliant!
Audrey S.Translated from French
Second training… At the top, super well explained, and I love the comparisons at certain moments that really make me laugh. I'm going to rewatch it this evening.
Chris T.Translated from French

Is this course for you?

It's for you if

  • You're already a trained nail technician
  • Your clients' nails feel soft or damaged after removal
  • You want a safe method with a hand file, an e-file, or both
  • You want to explain the service and advise your clients with confidence
  • You'd like to try a Kittycia course before choosing an advanced one

It's not for you if

  • You're looking for your initial nail technician training
  • You need a course that grants a license or authorization to practice

Your certificate of completion

Delivered at the end of the program.

Alicia, known as Kittycia

Hi, I'm Alicia

When I started in 2009, I spent three years making mistakes I couldn't explain. In 2012, a new training finally showed me that every one of them had a reason, and I started training others.

That's why understanding is at the heart of everything I teach. I've been training nail technicians since 2012 and online since 2020, and more than 23,000 nail technicians have joined the Kittycia community.

Alicia, aka Kittycia. Brillbird Master Educator.

Read my story

Questions

Is it really free?

Yes. The full course, the videos and the certificate of completion are free, with no credit card or PayPal needed to sign up.

Do I need an e-file?

No. The course teaches both the hand file and the e-file method, so you can choose the tool that suits you.

Does it work for acrylic or gel polish?

Yes. Demonstrations are done on gel, and the method applies just as well to acrylic, acrygel and gel polish.

Can I use my own products?

Yes. The supply list is in your member area, and you can use your preferred brands or local suppliers.

What language is the course in?

The videos are in English, with English subtitles. You can follow the course from anywhere in the world, on a computer, tablet or phone.

How long do I have access?

One full year, 24/7, starting as soon as you sign up.

Does the certificate allow me to work as a nail technician?

No. The certificate of completion confirms that you followed the course. It doesn't replace any diploma, license or authorization to practice required where you work.

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