Nail Technician Courses

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What does a Nail Technician do?

Nail Technicians perform manicures, pedicures, and light massage as well as apply acrylic and gel nails. They are skilled in painting nail art and may also embed gems and rhinestones into nail designs.

As a nail technician you could open your own nail salon or mobile nail clinic. You might also be employed at a beauty and hairdressing salon providing complimentary services. Nail technicians also sell retail products (nail varnishes, lotions, and takeaway treatments), process financial transactions, sanitise and maintain equipment.

Nail Technician Courses

There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Nail Technician.

SHB30115
Certificate III in Beauty Services

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SHB30315
Certificate III in Nail Technology

Campus / Online

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SHB40115
Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy

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How much do Nail Technicians earn?

In Australia, a full time Nail Technician generally earns $1,058 per week ($55,000 annual salary). This is a median figure for full-time employees and should be considered a guide only. As you gain more experience can you expect a higher salary than people who are new to the industry.

What are the job opportunities Nail Technicians?

Opportunities for beauty therapists (including Nail Technicians) in Australia are expected to grow over the next 5 years. Nail Technicians often work in nail and beauty salons, day spas, resorts, hotels, and cruise ships.

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How do I become a Nail Technician?

The best way to get started as a nail technician in Australia is by getting a Certificate III in Nail Technology. The qualification takes approximately 12 months and is completed on-campus so you graduate with real-world job skills.

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Job Pathways

Here are some potential career pathways within beauty therapy. Click on the occupation for information on the course you should enrol in to start your journey.

Beauty Therapy

Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician

$850 weekly pay

$850 weekly pay

$1,050 weekly pay

$1,150 weekly pay

$1,050 weekly pay

$1,050 weekly pay

$1,150 weekly pay

$1,050 weekly pay

Special Effects Make Up Artist

$1,150 weekly pay

Waxing Therapist

$1,050 weekly pay

Cosmetic Nurse

$1,250 weekly pay

Salon Manager

$1,340 weekly pay

Sourced from The Australian Apprenticeships & Traineeships Information Service (aapathways.com.au) funded by the Australian Government Department of Education and Training and MySkills.gov.au.