About Us

Our focus is on helping you to become a brand, empowered and self-employed, in 2026

Deborah Whelan

Deborah, the owner and professional Beauty Therapist specializing in Nails, Lashes, and Brows, holds a CIBTAC Diploma in Aesthetic Treatments and Body Therapy, along with an ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Nail Technology. She also earned a Distinction certificate in QQI Level 5 Anatomy and Physiology.    

Deborah has completed QQI Level 6 certifications in Training Needs Identification and Training Delivery & Evaluation, equipping her to effectively deliver and assess training programs. Most recently, she achieved a Level 7 in Professional Training Practices at UCC, emphasizing a culture of continuous learning within organizations.      

Passionate about education, she established the Advanced Institute of Nail Technology (AINT) in 2001, which trains students at Community and Private Colleges nationwide. AINT has been nominated for ‘Innovator of the Year’ and ‘Training Institute of the Year’ at the IBPA Irish Professional Beauty Association Awards.

Fully Accreditated Courses

Accredited none-NFQ training provider of training in Ireland and the UK

When you choose one of our fully accredited courses, you can be confident that we provide the highest quality training. This also guarantees that you can get insurance for your new career

As an ABT accredited training provider, anyone receiving a Social Welfare payment may be able to avail of the Technical Support Grant worth 1,000 euros to pay for our fully accredited courses.

Associated Beauty Therapists (ABT) provides accreditation.

Insurance for the accredited courses is provided by Associated Irish Therapists (AIT)

Through AIT membership, students are part of the largest beauty membership in Ireland and the UK. Benefits include free VIP membership to the Beauty Show in the RDS.

When you choose our accredited nail or lash technology course, you can be confident that we provide the highest quality training. This also guarantees that you can get insurance for your new career.

WEB BROCHURE WITH ALL YOUR SOCIAL MEDIA

The final step after graduating your nail course is connecting with your new customer base. Our web designers have designed unique web brochure templates for successful AINT graduates, these web brochures are designed for students to project a professional image of their new business.

Here we link your Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat, TikTok, and LinkedIn accounts centrally. Your new clients can visit your unique web brochure, follow all your social media links and price lists, and learn about you and your qualifications.

With 21 years in the beauty industry, I have trained thousands to become professional nail, lash, and brow technicians. I empower women through education, helping them return to self-employment or find jobs in the beauty sector.

AINT offers a full range of professional nail kits, complete with training manuals. We integrate top-quality materials and years of educational expertise into our products.

Committed to sustainability, all our liquid containers are recyclable and refillable. We operate 90% paperless, with notes easily accessible online or via email, and reviewed together in class. However, we also provide paper notes for those who prefer them.

TO GET STARTED ON YOUR JOURNEY TO SELF-EMPLOYMENT

The duration of your course is from 1 to 12 days. So, you can decide how much time you can invest in your new career. Your first session is an informal meet-and-greet and introduction to the layout of your course.

Here you can meet fellow students, have one-on-one time with your tutor, and get help with any queries you might have.

If you want to start your own business as a nail tech, graduates of AINT are earning €140 per day!
In addition to all the nail tech skills you learn, we will decide together on a business name for you.

Next, we start advertising you on your new social platforms.
Advertising strategies:
-Create Eye-Catching Posts
-Use high-quality images of your work.
-Engage with Followers: Respond to comments and messages promptly.
-Run Promotions: Offer discounts for first-time clients or referral bonuses.
Finally, start creating content to share and build a client base

CONTINUE YOUR CAREER

We want to continue working with you, give you additional opportunities after your training, and become a distributor; when you have expert product knowledge, why not spread the word…. talk with local salons and product suppliers about stocking AINT products. Earn 20% on all your orders, receive cash into your bank account the next day

POLICIES & PROCEDURES

Fairness, equality, transparency, and professionalism are at the heart of our training procedures. We have developed all policies and procedures and made them available to both learners and tutors. Documents available for learners – Learner Handbook, Data Protection. Documents available for Tutors – Quality Assurance Documents – Application Form, Access Interview, Application for Reasonable Accommodation, Daily Roll, Tutor Pre-Programme Planning, Lesson Plans, Mid-Way Meeting, Progression Pathways, Progression Review Form, Assessment Portfolio Checklist
I genuinely recommend our training techniques, products, courses, and events by heart – and especially the team spirit and success philosophy to everyone.

Thank you for your trust, and we will work even harder in the next 10 years to keep you contented with our materials and tools to stay your trustworthy partner.

What our students say

5-WEEK BEGINNER GEL COURSE

I recently completed the beginner nail course with Aintnailz, and it was an amazing experience. The instructor, Deborah, was knowledgeable and supportive, making the learning process enjoyable and engaging. I gained valuable skills and confidence in gel extension. I can’t wait to start what I’ve learned in just five days. I highly recommend this course to anyone looking to start their journey as a nail technician!

Ava Kinsella. https://www.instagram.com/a.kxnails/

12-WEEK COMPLETE NAIL TECH COURSE

This course with Deborah was amazing. Dedicating a couple of hours a week to your practice really helps you to improve quickly under her guidance. I flew through my course, learning how to do both gel and acrylic which has greatly benefited me, as my clients can choose between both. The happy and cheerful atmosphere of Deborah’s classes allows you to relax when you walk through her doors. If you are thinking of doing any courses Deborah is who I’d call

Elaine Conway.
https://www.instagram.com/nailz_byelaine/

12-WEEK COMPLETE NAIL TECH COURSE

At my age, doing the 12-week nail tech course was a bit daunting at first, but I have to say I enjoyed every minute of it. Deborah is an amazing teacher and made learning a new skill very enjoyable. I would recommend anyone who is upskilling to give this course a try; it is definitely worth the effort and the time.

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