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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.
There are 3 courses available for people who want to become a Nail Technician.
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A Certificate III in Beauty Services provides students with broad skills and knowledge for success in a range of beauty industry roles. You will gain practical beauty skills including nails, waxing, lash and brows and basic make-up, while also learning about customer service, client consulting and product selection. This course is a pathway to jobs as a nail technician, cosmetic assistant, beautician or make-up artist in a busy salon. Learn more.
A Certificate III in Nail Technology SHB30315 is a perfect for students wanting to learn how to work in a nail salon. This is a practical qualification where students gain real work skills. They graduate with a basic understanding of skin and nail anatomy and know how to perform manicures, pedicures, natural and artificial nail treatments. The Certificate II in Nail Technology SHB30315 is a nationally recognised training qualification and part of the official Beauty Training Package. Learn more.
Graduate as a job-ready beautician with the Certificate IV in Beauty Therapy (SHB40115). This nationally recognised qualification delivers real skills in spray tanning, manicures and pedicures, eyelashes, waxing and tinting, body massage, make-up, and skin care. The course takes 18 months and is completed online with a work placement. Enquire now for more details about your work placement and other information on how to enrol. Learn more.
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.
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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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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Here are some potential career pathways within beauty therapy. Click on an occupation to learn more about the role and the qualifications that can help you get started in this industry.
Beauty Therapy
Eyelash and Eyebrow Technician
$850 weekly pay
Nail Technician
Beautician
$1,050 weekly pay
Beauty Therapist
$1,150 weekly pay
Dermal Therapist
Hair and Makeup Artist
Laser Therapist
Makeup Artist
Spa Therapist
Special Effects Makeup Artist
Waxing Therapist
Cosmetic Nurse
$1,250 weekly pay
Salon Manager
$1,340 weekly pay
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