how to become a nail technician
Step-by-Step Guide: How to Become a Nail Technician and Get Certified
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- Level up your beauty skills
- Start your own business or work in a top salon
- Make your hobby your dream career
What you get
- Comprehensive, practical lessons
- Bonus business & social media course
- An inspiring beauty community
- Professional beauty kit delivered to your door
Why learn with Australian Beauty School
6-day a week tutor support
Self-paced study
24/7 access to your course
Stress-free learning
Professional lash kit included
From only $35 per week
Hands on practical lessons
Expert-led video classes
Nail Tech Course
Course overview
Method
100% online
Duration
10-15 weeks
Custom kit
Included
Access
12 months
Tutor support
6 days/week
Language
English
Why choose our Nail Tech course?
Wondering how to become a nail technician?
Our comprehensive course is the perfect way to start your career and gain the skills and certification you need to succeed in the nail industry.
In this course, you’ll learn everything you need to know about becoming a nail technician, including techniques such as acrylics, gel polish, builder gel application, and dipping systems (if you’re interested).
You’ll also develop key skills in customer service, client consultations, and the legalities of offering professional nail services.
Our program includes both theoretical and practical modules, and it’s designed to be fully self-paced, allowing you to learn at your own convenience.
Whether you’re balancing work, school, or family, you can study at your own pace.
Plus, you’ll receive an exclusive nail technician starter kit, packed with the professional tools and materials you need to practice on live models and prepare for future clients.
Whether you dream of working in a salon, starting your own nail business, or offering freelance services, our course will give you the foundation and certification you need to become a successful nail technician.
Take the first step toward becoming a certified nail technician today!
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Everything you need to become a Nail technician
What's in my Nail Tech course kit?
Tools and Equipment
- 1 x Dappen Dish
- 1 x Cuticle Nipper
- 1 x Edge Cutter
- 1 x Eyedropper
- 1 x Buffer Block
- 1 x Shine Buffer
- 1 x 4-way Buffer Block
- 1 x Nail Clipper
- 7 x Nail Files
- 1 x Powder Dust Brush
- 1 x Cleaning Brush
- 1 x Cuticle Pusher
- 1 x UV Lamp
- 1 x Nail Drill w/ Drill Bits
- 1 x Practice Hand
- 1 x Practice Sheet
- Beauty School Case
Gel Polish Products
- 1 x Gel Base
- 3 x Gel Colours
- 1 x Gel Top Coat
Builder Gel Products
- 1 x Gel Brush
- 2 x Builder Gels
- Clear
- Pink
- 5 x Fine Liner Brushes
Acrylic Products
- 1 x Acrylic Brush
- 1 x Acrylic Liquid
- Acrylic Powders
- Clear
- Pink
Liquid Products
- 1 x Nail Primer
- 1 x Cuticle Oil
- 1 x Nail Dehydrator
- 1 x Isopropyl Alcohol
- 1 x Acetone
- 1 x Nail Glue
- 1 x Hand and Nail Cream
Disposable items
- Orange Sticks
- Nail Forms
- Nail Tips
- Lint Free Wipes
- Cotton Balls
What you'll learn
Nail Theory
- Anatomy and Disorders
- Tools and Products
- Nail Shapes
- E-file Fundamentals
Service Preparation
- Client Consultation
- Nail Preparation
- Workspace and Tool Maintenance
- Gel Polish, French Application
- Aftercare and Removal
Builder Gel
- Application
- French Designs
- Nail Tips
Acrylic Nails
- Acrylic Beads
- Application
- Tips and Forms
- Refill and Rebalance
- Removal
- Troubleshooting
Dipping Systems (Optional)
- Application
- Removal and Aftercare
Who is this course for?
Beauty enthusiasts
Beginners
Intermediate
Advanced/experienced beauty technicians
Pre-requisites
- To join, all you’ll need to have is a computer and reliable internet. Need a computer or tablet? We can provide that too.
- If you’re under 18, we’ll need to chat with a guardian to allow you to enrol. The only other pre-requisite is that you’re an Australian citizen or permanent resident.
- If you have any disabilities or medical conditions that you believe could affect your online studies, reach out so we can work together to fully support you in your new venture.
Hear from our students
We are truly thankful for the opportunity to share our knowledge and passion with our Australian Beauty School students, who appreciate the expertise and support we bring to all of our courses.
I would highly recommend Australian Beauty School for anyone that would like to start a career in any of the courses they have to offer.
Thanks guys for a wonderful experience 10/10
Course pricing
We strive to make our courses accessible for all beauty lovers with payment options to suit all budgets.
Flexible payment plans
Australian Beauty School have partnered with a number of different payment providers to make studying easy and affordable from day one.
Pay in weekly installments
We offer various payment plans and financial assistance options.
Payment plan
Easy and affordable from day one.
$41/week
Our payment providers
Includes:
- Tutor support 6 days a week
- Custom beauty kit
- 24/7 access
- Post-course assistance
- Certificate of completion
- Practical assessments
- Real-world case studies
- World-class support
- 1 x business course
- 1 x social media course
FAQs
What you need to know about your Nail Tech course
Do I have to immediately pay the course price in full?
You can if you want, however, if you’d prefer to spread the payments we can easily set-up an interest free payment plan for you, which you can pay off fortnightly or monthly instead. But seriously, if money worries are holding you back from joining any of our courses, talk to our team and we’ll be happy to see if we can find a solution for you.
When can I access my course?
24/7! There are no restrictions on when you’re able to access your course contents, as we want your training to be as flexible as possible. Morning, noon or night, your course will remain open for business.
Are there any prerequisites for this course?
- You must have a computer and a reliable internet connection. If you do not have a computer or tablet, we can supply one
- If you are under the age of 18, we need to speak with a guardian in order to enrol you
- Be an Australian citizen or permanent resident
- Be aware that some disabilities may affect your ability to study online. Please notify us so that we can fully support you with your studies
How long is the nail technician course?
A nail technician course typically lasts between 4 to 12 weeks, depending on the specific program and whether it’s part-time or full-time. Read More about how long it takes to do a nail course here!
With Australian Beauty School, you can choose what pace you complete your studies, whether you want to finish your Nail Tech Certificate quicker or take your time.
Where can I do a nail technician course?
You can find nail technician courses offered by various beauty schools, vocational institutes, and private academies across Australia. Of course, for self-paced, flexible and affordable online studies we’d recommend Australian Beauty School.
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