Why ICG Academy
Professional beauty education built around real salon success
ICG Academy is designed for the way beauty professionals actually work. Our education combines flexible online learning with live sessions and classroom training, allowing you to develop practical skills that can be applied immediately in the salon or clinic.
Whether you’re looking for professional nail courses, beauty therapy courses, skincare education, or specialist nail training, every course is created by experienced educators and trusted global beauty brands.
Course access
500+ on-demand courses
Explore a wide range of beauty courses covering nails, skincare, waxing, make-up, and salon business. Learn anytime, whether you have a few minutes or a full afternoon.
Expert network
100+ educators and brand experts
Our educators combine industry knowledge with hands-on experience. Courses are created by professionals who understand salon and clinic work, ensuring practical and relevant learning.
Learning formats
Learn online or in the physical classroom
Choose what suits you best. Study online by joining live sessions or attend classroom training with certified educators.
Career growth
Build your career step by step
Continue developing beyond one course. Our learning pathways help you progress from basic skills to advanced techniques and specialist qualifications.
What to expect
Learn through one complete education platform
ICG Academy brings together online learning, live education, and classroom training in one professional platform. From short technique videos and product education to comprehensive diploma programs, you’ll find courses that support every stage of your career.
Whether you’re interested in online nail tech courses, beauty therapy courses, skincare courses, or salon business development, you can build your education in a way that fits both your ambitions and your schedule.
Learn at your own pace
Access on-demand classes whenever it suits you. Watch educational videos, discover new techniques, revisit previous lessons, and continue learning wherever you are.
Build practical professional skills
Develop confidence through education focused on treatment techniques, client consultations, product knowledge, hygiene, salon safety, business development, and advanced professional services.
Earn certificates and diplomas
Many courses include assessments and downloadable certificates or internationally recognized diplomas, giving you documented proof of your professional development.
Get support when you need it
Learning is easier with the right support. Our team is available via chat, email, phone, and online meetings whenever you need guidance throughout your education.
HOW TO START
Starting your professional journey with ICG Academy
Getting started with ICG Academy is simple. Many introductory courses are available free of charge, allowing you to explore the platform before continuing with more specialized education.
Whether your goal is to master new treatment techniques, introduce additional services to your salon, or continue your professional education, ICG Academy provides structured learning pathways that help you grow with confidence.
Start your learning journey
LEVEL 1:
FOUNDATION
LEVEL 2:
SKILL BUILDING
LEVEL 3:
MASTERY
LEVEL 4:
EDUCATOR AND EXPERT
Educators
Learn from experienced Industry Educators
Every ICG Academy educator is selected for their professional expertise, teaching ability, and passion for helping others succeed. Before joining our education team, educators complete extensive training, evaluations, and ongoing professional development to ensure consistently high standards across every course.
By learning from experienced beauty professionals and internationally recognized brand educators, you’ll gain practical knowledge that can be applied immediately in your everyday work.
Student voices
What our students say
Learning levels
Professional learning that grows with you
Every beauty professional follows a different journey. Some begin with foundation knowledge, while others are looking to refine specialist techniques or expand their treatment offering.
ICG Academy allows you to choose the education that matches your current experience while providing clear opportunities to continue developing throughout your career.
Level 1
Foundation: Get started with confidence
✓ Fundamental professional theory
✓ Treatment and product understanding
✓ A confident start with certificate or diploma
Level 2
Skill Building: Build on your craft
✓ Technique improvement and precision
✓ New treatments for your service menu
✓ Faster, safer and more profitable workflows
Level 3
Mastery: Specialise and elevate your expertise
✓ Advanced techniques
✓ Case and results understanding
✓ Expert classes, trends and signature techniques
Level 4
Educator / Expert: Share your knowledge and become a role model
✓ Mentoring and teaching skills
✓ International professional development
✓ Become part of a professional expert community
Diploma courses
Brand specific diploma courses
Alongside our professional education pathways, ICG Academy offers diploma programs, foundation education, and specialist training developed in collaboration with internationally recognised beauty brands.
Whether you’re looking to specialize in nails, skincare, waxing, or make-up, you’ll find education designed to strengthen both your technical skills and product expertise.
Nail education
Our nail education includes professional nail training courses from leading industry brands, covering everything from foundation techniques to advanced services.
Available education includes:
Skincare, waxing and make-up education
Expand your expertise with education developed for professional beauty therapists and skincare specialists.
Available education includes:
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FAQs about ICG Academy beauty and nail courses
Find answers about available courses, online learning, certificates, beginner training, skincare education, and getting started.
ICG Academy offers a wide range of professional beauty courses, including education in nails, skincare, waxing, make-up, and salon business. With more than 500 on-demand, live, and classroom courses, you can choose the training that best supports your professional development.
Yes. Many of our beauty courses are available online, allowing you to learn whenever it suits your schedule. Depending on the course, you can also join live online sessions or attend classroom training with certified educators.
Yes. Many of our online nail courses include assessments and provide a certificate or diploma upon successful completion. Available qualifications vary depending on the course and programme.
Yes. Our nail tech courses include foundation-level education for beginners as well as advanced training for experienced professionals who want to refine their techniques or specialise in new services.
Our holistic skincare courses cover professional treatments, product knowledge, consultation techniques, and brand-specific education from leading skincare brands such as Nimue Skin Technology™, Comfort Zone™, and IMAGE Skincare™.
Yes. Many beauty therapy courses are available through our online learning platform, giving you the flexibility to study at your own pace while balancing work and other commitments. Selected courses are also offered as live online or classroom training.
Simply create a free ICG Academy account to browse available courses, access selected free content, and book online or classroom training. You can begin learning immediately and continue building your skills through structured learning pathways.
ICG Academy is designed for professional nail technicians, beauty therapists, skincare professionals, salon owners, and students who want to build or expand their professional skills. Whether you’re starting your career or continuing your education, you’ll find courses suited to your experience level.
Learning beauty courses online gives you the flexibility to study around your work schedule while continuing to build practical skills. At ICG Academy, you can combine on-demand learning with live online sessions and classroom training, allowing you to learn at your own pace while developing professionally.
Unlike traditional beauty school courses, ICG Academy combines flexible online learning and classroom training, allowing beauty professionals to continue developing their skills while working.