Nail Technician
Start with the foundation, then stack.
Every Nail Technician begins here. This foundation gives you the essential grounding every professional needs before specialising, and it can be taken as a standalone course to get you started.
- Health, Safety and Hygiene 10–15 hrs
- Theory and Anatomy 15–20 hrs
- Salon Business and Client Management
- Manicure and Pedicure mandatory for all courses 20–30 hrs
- Exam Prep (mock assessments) 10–15 hrs
- External examinations
Then add any or all of
Add gel application to your offering, one of the most in-demand nail services. Includes exam prep and external examinations.
25–35 hours in class
Master acrylic sculpting and application, a cornerstone skill for any serious nail technician. Includes exam prep and external examinations.
30–40 hours in class
Take your creativity further with nail art from basic to intermediate level, building the artistry that sets you apart. Includes exam prep and external examinations.
15–20 hours in class
Go beyond the diploma with advanced specialisations to expand your services and earning potential.
- Luxury Pedicures and Spa Treatments
- Reflexology for Nail Techs
- Advanced Nail Art Trends including 3D, encapsulation and chrome
Flexible pathways
Study for the full diploma or take short upskilling modules like gel nails, nail art and acrylics. Build at a pace that suits you.
Blended learning
Online theory paired with hands-on in-person practice. A rare approach in South Africa and the international standard abroad.
Career support
Partnerships with salons and spas that offer our graduates guaranteed interviews, opening doors from day one.
Showcase portfolio
Graduate with a professional portfolio of your nail art and real client work, ready to show any employer or client.
International benchmarking
Learn reflexology, luxury spa techniques and salon business skills measured against international standards.
In-salon experience
Gain real, supervised experience working in a live salon environment before you graduate.
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