SHB30315 - Certificate III in Nail Technology
Bring a little sparkle to your life.
Learn the skills to join a fast-growing industry that boasts great job opportunities. A rewarding career with flexibility and creativity.
Love Nails? Become a Qualified Nail Tech!
You will learn the basics from Mani and Pedi to the application of Gel and Acrylic Nails. You will explore the creativity and skill in nail art and learn to use all the equipment, product, and tools for the perfect nail.
Choose Online Study or Blended Delivery (combination of online learning and Face to Face Training)





Got a Question or Ready to Apply?
Call us on (07) 5309 6635. We are available weekdays 9am – 5pm (AEST).
Why Choose Demi International Beauty Academy
Small class numbers
Flexibility to study while you work
Experienced and passionate trainers that care about you
Experienced and passionate trainers that care about you
Experienced and passionate trainers that care about you
Dual Qualification Options available (add Certificate III in Hairdressing or Certificate III in Makeup for a complete Skill-set)
Pathway to our Diploma of Beauty Therapy SHB50115
This course includes TWO complete Nail Kits: Acrylic and Gel
All other products and equipment are provided for face-to-face students on campus.
Online Students will also receive an additional Mani and Pedi Kit and a Nail Art Kit.
Online students will be required to purchase additional equipment to complete this course.
Request a brochure with more information by completing the form at the top of the page.
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Nail Students in Action
SHB30315
BLENDED DELIVERY (Face-to-face + Online Training)
ONLINE STUDY (with a weekly Virtual Classroom)
Demi International Beauty Academy offers nationally recognized training in the Certificate III in Nail Technology. We work closely with Industry Experts and continue to provide the right kind of training, so our graduates have the best chance of creating their dream career and developing an industry network. You will work with multiple clients over your 20 weeks of training, building a portfolio of your work as you complete each set of nails and nail art. You will learn how to use online booking systems for your clients, take payments, and learn how to create a business you can manage and love.
A Certificate III in Nail Technology with Demi International can be a stand-alone skill-set or you have the opportunity to enroll in a dual qualification (reducing your costs) and complete a Certificate III in Hairdressing SHB30416, Certificate III in Makeup SHB30215 or Certificate III in Beauty SHB30115 for a more dynamic skill-set. Contact us to ask us how.
The course tuition costs are $4,700. All students will be required to pay a (non-refundable) deposit of $500 at enrolment which can be paid by Zip Pay, Afterpay, Credit Card, Eftpos or Cash. This secures a place in the course
WHAT’S INCLUDED
BLENDED DELIVERY (Face-to-face + Online Training)
- All teacher directed learning
- Access to one-on-one support sessions with your trainer
- All products and equipment
- Online Learning Management System (LMS)
- Two complete Nails Kits: Acrylic and Gel valued at $600
ONLINE STUDY
- Two virtual classroom lectures a week
- Access to one-on-one support sessions with your trainer
- Online Learning Management System (LMS)
- Two complete Nails Kits: Acrylic and Gel valued at $600
- Mani and Pedi Kit valued at $150
- Nail Art Kit valued at $150
Online students will be required to purchase additional equipment to complete this course. Request a brochure with more information by completing the form at the top of the page.
THE NAIL ARTIST
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- SHBBNLS001Provide manicure and pedicare services
- SHBBNLS002Apply gel nail enhancements
- SHBBNLS003Apply acrylic nail enhancements
- SHBBNLS004Apply nail art
- SHBBNLS006Apply advanced nail art
- SHBBNLS005Use electric file equipment for nail services
CLIENT SERVICES
- SHBXCCS002Provide salon services to clients
- SHBXWHS001Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
- SHBBBOS001*Apply cosmetic tanning products
* Online students complete Market the Business and will not complete the Tanning unit. Face-to-face students will complete the Tanning unit and will not complete the Market the Business unit.
BUSINESS AND MARKETING
- ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media
- SHBBRES001 Research and apply beauty industry information
- BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans
- SHBBCCS001 Advise on beauty products and services
- SHBXCCS001 Conduct salon financial transactions
- SHBXIND001 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
- BSBESB404* Market new business ventures
* Online students complete Market New Business Ventures and will not complete the Tanning unit. Face-to-face students will complete the Tanning unit and will not
complete the Market New Business Ventures unit.
You will learn everything from the basics of a Mani and Pedi 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.
- Work in a Beauty Salon
- Work as a Nail Technician
- Work as a Freelance Nail Technician
- Run your own home-based business or set up from Hair or Beauty Salon
Real world examples of Demi Cert III in Nail Technology graduates’ careers (just to name a few);
- Currently employed at Hair and Nail Salons, Nail Bars
- Self-employed in their own successful Nail, Lash and Tanning Business
Our online and face-to-face training have regular intakes throughout the year.
Online lectures are scheduled on Tuesdays.
As part of the blended course, the 13 Face-to-Face classes are on weekdays from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm (Maroochydore, Chermside or Cairns.). Contact us to find out which day of attendance is required for your preferred campus. Face-to-face practical training dates for Gel, Acrylic and Tanning are published here Our Short Courses and regularly updated. Find out more about delivery by completing your details and requesting a brochure at the top of the page.
- Overview
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Demi International Beauty Academy offers nationally recognized training in the Certificate III in Nail Technology. We work closely with Industry Experts and continue to provide the right kind of training, so our graduates have the best chance of creating their dream career and developing an industry network. You will work with multiple clients over your 20 weeks of training, building a portfolio of your work as you complete each set of nails and nail art. You will learn how to use online booking systems for your clients, take payments, and learn how to create a business you can manage and love.
A Certificate III in Nail Technology with Demi International can be a stand-alone skill-set or you have the opportunity to enroll in a dual qualification (reducing your costs) and complete a Certificate III in Hairdressing SHB30416, Certificate III in Makeup SHB30215 or Certificate III in Beauty SHB30115 for a more dynamic skill-set. Contact us to ask us how.
- Course Fees
-
The course tuition costs are $4,700. All students will be required to pay a (non-refundable) deposit of $500 at enrolment which can be paid by Zip Pay, Afterpay, Credit Card, Eftpos or Cash. This secures a place in the course
WHAT’S INCLUDED
BLENDED DELIVERY (Face-to-face + Online Training)
- All teacher directed learning
- Access to one-on-one support sessions with your trainer
- All products and equipment
- Online Learning Management System (LMS)
- Two complete Nails Kits: Acrylic and Gel valued at $600
ONLINE STUDY
- Two virtual classroom lectures a week
- Access to one-on-one support sessions with your trainer
- Online Learning Management System (LMS)
- Two complete Nails Kits: Acrylic and Gel valued at $600
- Mani and Pedi Kit valued at $150
- Nail Art Kit valued at $150
Online students will be required to purchase additional equipment to complete this course. Request a brochure with more information by completing the form at the top of the page.
- Course Units
-
THE NAIL ARTIST
-
- SHBBNLS001Provide manicure and pedicare services
- SHBBNLS002Apply gel nail enhancements
- SHBBNLS003Apply acrylic nail enhancements
- SHBBNLS004Apply nail art
- SHBBNLS006Apply advanced nail art
- SHBBNLS005Use electric file equipment for nail services
CLIENT SERVICES
- SHBXCCS002Provide salon services to clients
- SHBXWHS001Apply safe hygiene, health and work practices
- SHBBBOS001*Apply cosmetic tanning products
* Online students complete Market the Business and will not complete the Tanning unit. Face-to-face students will complete the Tanning unit and will not complete the Market the Business unit.
BUSINESS AND MARKETING
- ICTWEB306 Develop web presence using social media
- SHBBRES001 Research and apply beauty industry information
- BSBESB401 Research and develop business plans
- SHBBCCS001 Advise on beauty products and services
- SHBXCCS001 Conduct salon financial transactions
- SHBXIND001 Comply with organisational requirements within a personal services environment
- BSBESB404* Market new business ventures
* Online students complete Market New Business Ventures and will not complete the Tanning unit. Face-to-face students will complete the Tanning unit and will not
complete the Market New Business Ventures unit. -
- What you'll learn
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You will learn everything from the basics of a Mani and Pedi 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.
- Career Outcomes
-
- Work in a Beauty Salon
- Work as a Nail Technician
- Work as a Freelance Nail Technician
- Run your own home-based business or set up from Hair or Beauty Salon
Real world examples of Demi Cert III in Nail Technology graduates’ careers (just to name a few);
- Currently employed at Hair and Nail Salons, Nail Bars
- Self-employed in their own successful Nail, Lash and Tanning Business
- Delivery Schedule
-
Our online and face-to-face training have regular intakes throughout the year.
Online lectures are scheduled on Tuesdays.
As part of the blended course, the 13 Face-to-Face classes are on weekdays from 8.30 am to 4.30 pm (Maroochydore, Chermside or Cairns.). Contact us to find out which day of attendance is required for your preferred campus. Face-to-face practical training dates for Gel, Acrylic and Tanning are published here Our Short Courses and regularly updated. Find out more about delivery by completing your details and requesting a brochure at the top of the page.
Got a Question or Ready to Apply?
Call us on (07) 5309 6635. We are available weekdays 9am – 5pm (AEST).
Nail Technology Student Testimonials
Meet your Instructors
It’s really important to us that we give you the best education possible. Our instructors for the Certificate III in Nail Technology SHB30315 are experts in their regions. Together they have over 30 years of working in the industry in a variety of fields, including business and specialty training. Our trainers and assessors are highly qualified, they all meet the Australian Governments guidelines for Registered Training Organisations.
GUEST EXPERTS
Your Certificate III in Nail Technology includes insights from Guest Experts like Lisa and Gabby.
Got a Question or Ready to Apply?
Call us on (07) 5309 6635. We are available weekdays 9am – 5pm (AEST).