KOKOIST Premier & Excel Certification Course

Understand the system. Use it with confidence.

Join Australia’s Official KOKOIST Educator, Tori Pan, for an in-depth two-day certification course designed for nail artists who want to understand the complete KOKOIST gel system—not simply follow application steps.

If you already perform gel services but still feel unsure about product selection, lifting, pot gel control or creating strength without unnecessary bulk, this course will help you make more confident decisions for different clients and nail conditions.

Course Dates
Friday, 30 October 2026 · 10:30 am–4:30 pm
Saturday, 31 October 2026 · 10:30 am–4:30 pm

Location
Bee Lady Nails & Goods
2 Beissel Street, Richmond VIC 3121

Class Size
Limited to 8 students

What You’ll Learn

Japanese Gel Theory & Product Knowledge

• The philosophy and characteristics of the Japanese gel system

• Soft, semi-hard and hard gel systems

• Gel behaviour, curing, compatibility and heat spikes

• Common causes of lifting, peeling and cracking

• Natural nail assessment and product selection

• How to choose the right KOKOIST gel for different clients

• A complete walkthrough of the KOKOIST product range

Application, Structure & Product Control

• Traditional Japanese pot gel application

• Brush preparation, angle, pressure and product control

• Base gel and structured overlay techniques

• Apex placement, balance and side-profile structure

• Excel Builder application

• Free-form gel extensions

• KOKOIST Gelip preparation, bonding and application

• Filing, refinement and troubleshooting

• Clean French application using pot gel

• Two exclusive nail art designs created for this course

The training combines clear theory, educator demonstrations, guided hands-on practice, product-selection exercises and individual feedback.

Your Certifications

Students who attend both course days and successfully complete the required theory and practical assessments will receive:

• KOKOIST Premier Certification — Level 1

• KOKOIST Excel Certification — Level 2

Both days must be completed to receive the two certifications.

What’s Included

• Official Level 1 and Level 2 course textbooks

• KOKOIST certification registration fees

• A KOKOIST Product Kit valued at over $500

• Educator demonstrations and guided hands-on practice

• Individual feedback and practical troubleshooting

Who This Course Is For

This course is suitable for:

• Qualified nail technicians who are new to KOKOIST

• Existing KOKOIST users wanting a deeper understanding of the system

• Nail artists who want to improve their Japanese pot gel application

• Technicians expanding into structured overlays, Gelip and gel extensions

• Experienced users who want stronger product knowledge and more consistent results

Previous gel experience and confidence using an e-file are required.

This is an intensive certification course and does not teach beginner manicure or gel removal skills step by step. If you are unsure whether the course is suitable for your current level, please contact Tori before enrolling.

What to Bring

• Manicure tools

• E-file

• Notebook, laptop or iPad

• Prepped nails to work on

Course Fee

Early Bird · $1,500 per person
Enrol by 10 September 2026 and save $200.

Regular Price · $1,700 per person

Enrolment closes 3 October 2026, unless all places are filled earlier.

Important Enrolment Information

• Your place is confirmed once checkout and payment are complete.

• Course textbooks and the official product kit are required for certification and cannot be removed or exchanged for a reduced course fee.

• Please ensure you are available to attend both course dates before purchasing.

• Course enrolments are non-refundable.

• Final preparation details will be emailed to you before the course.

We can’t wait to welcome you into the Bee Lady classroom and help you understand the KOKOIST system with greater clarity and confidence.