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Certificate III in Nail Technology

SHB30321

Get ready to become a nail technician! Take your nail expertise to a professional level by learning how to give salon-quality manicures and pedicures, nail enhancements (dip-powder, gel and acrylic), as well as advanced nail art!  

Make your mark and thrive in this ever-popular industry. 


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  • Nationally recognised accreditation
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Certificate III in Nail Technology
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Intro to Certificate III in Nail Technology

Express Yourself and Create Amazing Nail Designs!

The nationally recognised SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology is designed to provide you with the tools to become an in-demand nail technician.  You’ll learn how to perform manicures and pedicures, nail art, nail enhancement and gain knowledge in starting a business.

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Job Outcomes

  • Nail Technician
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Job Skills

  • Infection control
  • Nail enhancement service
  • Nail art
  • Social media
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Course breakdown

What you’ll learn in this course

This qualification includes a range of units designed to equip you with the essential skills and knowledge to deliver the latest techniques and trends. Graduate ready to put your passion into practice as a Nail Tech professional.

Certificate III in Nail Technology

SHBBRES003
Research and apply beauty industry information
  • Source and use information on beauty industry
  • Source and apply information on legal and ethical issues for the beauty industry
  • Update knowledge of beauty industry and product
SHBXWHS003
Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
  • Protect self from infection risks
  • Apply organisational safety procedures
  • Use electricity safely
  • Minimise infection risks in the salon environment
  • Follow infection control procedures
  • Follow procedures for emergency situations
  • Clean salon
SHBBINF002
Maintain infection control standards
  • Comply with infection control regulations and guidelines and related legal obligations
  • Monitor hygiene of premises
  • Maintain infection control for skin penetration treatments
  • Sterilise equipment and maintain steriliser
  • Maintain awareness of clinic design for control of infection risks
SHBBNLS011
Use electric file equipment for nail services
  • Establish client priorities
  • Prepare for nail service
  • Provide nail service
  • Review service
  • Clean treatment area
SHBBNLS007
Provide manicure and pedicare services
  • Establish client priorities
  • Prepare for nail service
  • Provide nail service
  • Review service
  • Clean treatment area
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When can you start? Anytime you like!

There are no start and finish dates, no semesters, so no need to wait. Just enrol and start the path to your new life whenever you’re ready!

They were really helpful in trying to get me to finish the course as personal issues delayed me in progressing. So those extentions were very much welcomed.
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Easy to apply, the communication was great whenever I needed help and the content was relevant to my future career. Easy payment plans available which helped a lot.
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The assessment tips and especially the Webinars were extremely helpful for completing the assessments
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    Study anywhere at any time with 24/7 access to your units.

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  • 12 months
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  • Daily routine
  • 07:00 am - 08:00 am

    Coffee + Study
  • 08:00 am - 09:00 am

    Morning routine + commute
  • 09:00 am - 01:00 pm

    Work
  • 01:00 pm - 02:00 pm

    Lunch + Study
  • 02:00 pm - 05:00 pm

    Work
  • 05:00 pm - 06:30 pm

    Evening routine
  • 06:30 pm - 07:30 pm

    Study session
  • 07:30 pm - 08:30 pm

    Break
  • 08:30 pm - 09:30 pm

    Study session
  • 09:30 pm - onwards

    Relax

Study for a minimum 18 hours per week to complete modules in 12 months

Your course may include work placement which will be completed in addition to weekly study blocks.

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Your trainer

Ellena Frisina
Ellena has over 15 years' experience in the beauty and cosmetic industry, which started after achieving a Diploma of Beauty Therapy, working in salons, cosmetic clinics, running her own beauty business (specialising in brow-shaping, nails and tanning), supervising work placement students, as well as lecturing experience.
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Ellena Frisina

Beauty & Retail
Ellena has over 15 years' experience in the beauty and cosmetic industry, which started after achieving a Diploma of Beauty Therapy, working in salons, cosmetic clinics, running her own beauty business (specialising in brow-shaping, nails and tanning), supervising work placement students, as well as lecturing experience.
Ellena has over 15 years' experience in the beauty and cosmetic industry, which started after achieving a Diploma of Beauty Therapy, working in salons, cosmetic clinics, running her own beauty business (specialising in brow-shaping, nails and tanning), supervising work placement students, as well as lecturing experience. Ellena is motivated by helping others to feel better about themselves, being able to pass on her knowledge to students (and seeing them develop and enhance their confidence and skills), and being part of an industry that is continuing to grow and allow therapists to have flexible work arrangements.

Her favourite treatments to teach includes stone therapy massage, nail treatments, brow shaping, lash treatments (including extensions), and tanning.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many hours of work placement do I need to do for Certificate III in Nail Technology

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This course contains a minimum of 250 hours of work placement which will be split into two blocks. To find out what the suitable workplaces are for this course, download the course guide.

Can I undertake this qualification if I'm under 18 years old?

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Yes, you can! But firstly, we will need permission from your parent or guardian before you can begin your studies.

Are the products included in this course? If not what do I need to purchase?

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No products or equipment are included in this course. Your work placement supervisor may allow you to use some of their equipment, but this course requires you to complete certain treatments on your own models, so it is important to source your own products and materials. We do provide you with a guide list of resources in the Course Guide. This is just a guide only, and brands and websites are just suggestions. You are welcome to ask your trainer for their own recommendations.

Can I do workplacement in a home salon?

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Yes, you complete your work placement in a home salon, as long as it is a registered business (ABN) and provides the requirements in the way of treatments. Many students end up at more than 1 salon for placement, as not every salon will provide the types of treatment that you need to practice in order to complete your course.

And what qualification is my supervisor required to have?

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We recognise that training packages and qualifications change over time.  The supervisor needs to have a qualification in nail technology or beauty therapy and have a minimum of three years’ of industry experience working in a customer facing role performing nail treatments.

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