Learn the skills to join the fast-growing nail industry that boasts great job opportunities. A rewarding career with flexibility and creativity.
Online Study
This 100% online Certificate III in Nail Technology (SHB30321) is Demi International’s nail course for absolute beginners and self-taught nail artists ready to go professional.
Whether you’re on the Gold Coast, in Cairns, or anywhere else in Australia, you can complete this nail technician course from home with live virtual classrooms and one on one trainer support.
Demi International offers a variety of payment options and can help you navigate your eligibility for government funding.
All students will be required to pay a non-refundable, non-transferable enrolment fee of $1,100* at enrolment. This can be paid by Zip Pay, Afterpay, Credit Card, or Eftpos. This secures a place in the course.
*Fee information is correct at time of publication. Fees are subject to change at any time. Various factors can affect a fee change. Please request the latest fee information from our Course Advisor team.
All course fees must be paid in full before certification can be issued.
Your Certificate III in Nail Technology nail course is made up of 15 units across four areas:’
HLTINF005 Maintain infection prevention for skin penetration treatments
SHBBNLS011 Use electric file equipment for nail services
SHBBNLS007 Provide manicure and pedicare services
SHBBNLS008 Apply gel and dip power nail enhancements
SHBBNLS009 Apply acrylic nail enhancements
SHBBNLS010 Apply nail art
SHBBNLS012 Apply advanced nail art
SHBBXCCS008 Provide salon services to clients
SHBBXWHS003 Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
SIRXSLS001 Sell to the retail customer
SHBBRES003 Research and apply beauty industry information
SHBBCCS005 Advise on beauty products and services
SHBXCCS007 Conduct salon financial transactions
SHBXIND003 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans
This nail course is broken up over four sections, so you graduate confident across every core skill a nail technician needs: the technical skills of nail art, salon hygiene and nail health, conditions and treatments, and business and marketing to run and grow your own business.
You’ll learn everything from the basics of a manicure and pedicures right through to the more complicated gel and acrylic sets with nail art.
Learn all about the nail, different nail conditions and treatments for better nail health. Learn about the different nail shapes and how to use an electric file safely to achieve a client’s preferred shape without damaging the nail.
You will be encouraged to work to industry timeframes so you are job-ready when you graduate. Business is also a valuable part of this qualification, where you will learn how to plan a business and use social media to market it.
Start your nail certification throughout the year with monthly intakes. Our course advisors are here to help you
Virtual support sessions and skills labs are scheduled weekly.
Find out more about delivery by completing your details and Download the Course Brochure.
At Demi International, we offer a range of payment solutions to make learning affordable and accessible. If you’re unsure what’s best for you, reach out — we’re here to help. Explore our Career Start and Career Boost government programs, VET Student Loans, and flexible payment plans.
I really enjoyed my time with Demi. I gained knowledge and experience in the beauty field. The teachers were very supportive and full of knowledge. I did my training around my young boys – two of them are on the autism spectrum so being able to study around them was perfect. I did the Diploma in Beauty Therapy and Certificate 3 in Nail Technology. I would not be as confident or able to offer my clients the best of me without Demi and the supportive teachers. I still recommend Demi to people. I did 3 courses, so clearly I’m happy with my experiences.
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There’s no single nationwide licence for nail services, but most salons, insurers and clients expect a recognised qualification. The SHB30321 Certificate III in Nail Technology gives you nationally recognised training in manicures, pedicures, gel and acrylic application, and the infection control practices required for professional, insurable nail work.
Yes, Demi International’s Certificate III in Nail Technology is delivered 100% online, with two live virtual classroom sessions a week plus one on one trainer support. You can study from anywhere in Australia, including the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast, Cairns, or further afield.
Being self-taught is a great start, but this course is designed to take you further, whether you’re an absolute beginner or already have basic self-taught skills. You’ll build a professional portfolio, learn industry standard hygiene and business skills, and graduate with a nationally recognised qualification employers and clients look for.
The Certificate III in Nail Technology runs across two 12-week terms (around 6 months), delivered 100% online with monthly intakes, so you can start when it suits you.
The nail industry continues to grow across Australia, with graduates going on to work in nail and beauty salons, run their own business, specialise in wedding or editorial work, or build a career as an educator or content creator. For a closer look at what the job involves day to day, see how to become a nail technician.
Course fees vary depending on your circumstances and any government funding you may be eligible for. A non-refundable $1,100 enrolment fee secures your place; for a full, up to date fee breakdown, speak with one of our Course Consultants.
