The S.A.E.K programme in Podology, Nail Care & Nail Extensions is the specialisation that gives students a genuine scientific grounding and prepares them to diagnose accurately and treat conditions of the lower limbs, alongside nail care, using every modern technique in hand and foot aesthetics.
The SAEK programme teaches podology in real depth, in a modern, focused way that prepares students to become tomorrow’s leading professionals.
It shapes the professionals of the future through in-depth teaching of anatomy, orthopaedics and human physiology, as well as nail aesthetics, so that graduates can deliver complete services with real expertise and professionalism.
On completing the programme and passing the relevant examinations, you obtain your professional licence through EOPPEP, securing a stable and dynamic career path.
The curriculum is approved by the Ministry of Education and comprises 4 academic semesters plus 1 semester of work placement, which is compulsory.
The vocational training diploma is recognised in Greece and abroad, at post-secondary education level.
It secures graduates’ professional rights in the field of Podology, Nail Care & Nail Extensions, allowing them to obtain a professional licence immediately.
All the while developing each student’s creativity and imagination, and refining their aesthetic eye.
Through our in-house Creative Studio and our dedicated Social Media Marketing team, we help students build a polished professional profile across social media.
The programme includes:
Practical Classes
- Colour theory
- Principles of massage
- Basic manicure (wet/dry), French/red, in square and oval shapes
- Basic pedicure (wet/dry), French/ red
- Oil manicure
- SPA manicure / pedicure with SCRUB, hand and foot masks, paraffin, moisturising cream and massage of the upper and lower limbs
- Semi-permanent manicure, French/red
- Semi-permanent pedicure, French/red
- Simple designs - glitter, strass, foil, gold leaf, ombre, marble, mirror, mermaid powder, roses, line work (lines and dots)
- Manicure using an e-file
- Gel natural nail overlay (French)
- Gel infill / removal with an e-file
- Nail shapes (practised on tips) square, oval, almond, ballerina, stiletto
- Gel with forms / tips
- Embossed designs in gel paint or colour gel, 2D (rose, line work, sweater, shell)
- Applied podology
- Applied physiotherapy
- Acrylic natural nail overlay (French)
- Infill with an e-file
- Acrylic forms (3 shapes) square, oval, almond
- Acrylic with forms / tips & removal
- Infill with an e-file
- Artificial nails with acrygel (demonstration)
- Acrygel natural nail overlay
- Infill with an e-file
- Acrygel with forms (square, oval, almond)
- Infill with an e-file
- Acrygel removal
Theory Classes
- Anatomy
- Physiology
- Dermatology
- Psychology
- Professional ethics
- Fundamentals of chemistry
- Cosmetology
- Special topics in physics
- Gait imaging and analysis
- Dietetics
- Salon management and marketing
- First aid, hygiene and workplace safety
- Kinesiology
- Pathology
- Introduction to podology
- Orthopaedics
- Neurology
- Pharmacology
- Static disorders
The Podology department is staffed by distinguished, highly experienced instructors drawn from a broad range of specialisations, including:
- Podology beauticians
- Nail Artists
- Doctors
- Physicists
- Chemists
- Dietitians
- Physiotherapists
Career opportunities:
Health, beauty and wellness services:
- Podology practices
- Nail care studios
- Beauty institutes working in the field
- Salons
Tourism and SPA:
- Hydrotherapy centres operating under the auspices of the Greek National Tourism Organisation
- Thalassotherapy centres within organised hotel complexes
- Urban venues under various names (City spa, daily spa, etc.)
Healthcare:
- Orthopaedic clinics and medical rehabilitation centres, under the supervision and guidance of the attending physicians
- Businesses specialising in orthopaedic footwear
- Self-employment, running your own studio
BEAUTY ARTISTIC TEAM
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