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Certificate in Nail Technology
The only NZQA-Approved solely nail technology-based certificate in the South Island
Our comprehensive nail technology course offers you complete nail technology training, including manicure and pedicure, through the Certificate in Nail Technology. Learn acrylics, gels, overlays, wraps, tips and more through this NZQA-Approved course, the South Island's only NZQA-Approved certificate-level course dedicated solely to nail technology.
Not sure what nail technology's about? See our Introduction to Nail Technology.
In 2013, Certificate in Nail Technology is a go! We have only 8 places, so apply early to avoid missing out...
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Quick Facts: Certificate in Nail Technology
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Award type: |
Certificate |
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A credit is the equivalent of approximately 10 directed and self-directed learning hours. |
45 (0.375 EFTS) |
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A level is how difficult course is and to which level of standard you are expected to complete. |
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Duration: |
15 weeks plus international exams |
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PC3239 |
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Students per class: |
6 - 8 |
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Full-time |
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Inside class: |
20 hours per week |
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Outside class: |
10 hours per week (you can complete this on campus) |
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Late January, early May and early September |
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2013 domestic cost*: |
$2,967 |
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2013 international cost*: |
$6,220 |
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2014 domestic cost*/**: |
$3,086 - $3,204 |
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2014 international cost*/**: |
$6,469 - $6,718 |
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* Extra expenses apply. ** 2014 prices indicitive only. We will not know definitive 2014 prices until funding is approved and other policies are released. |
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About the Certificate in Nail Technology
Here is some more in-depth information about this course:
- The Certificate in Nail Technology deals with manicures, pedicures and nail technology.
- This course is suggested for those who have no prior beauty therapy training.
- Qualified beauty therapists can also take this course with RPL towards 9 credits in this course.
- Graduates successfully completing this course become a fully-qualified nail technician as recognised in New Zealand and most countries throughout the world.
- Nail technology, according to KiwiCareers, is one of the most rapidly growing industries in New Zealand at the moment.
- Our tutors have many years experience in the nail technology industry and hold NZQA-Approved and / or international qualifications in nail technology.
- In order to work on a cruise ship, you are required to hold a recognised Certificate in Nail Technology (NZQA-Approved).
- We offer the only NZQA-Approved Certificate in Nail Technology course dedicated solely to nail technology in the South Island.
- It is important to note that any entry-level nail technology course you are looking at undertaking complies with the following:
- It is at least 400 hours in total; and
- You undertake supervised practical training (required for employment); and
- It includes all the subjects as we have listed below; and
- It is NZQA-Approved and approved by ITEC and/or CIBTAC; and
- It is recognised by the industry.
This course is approved by the New Zealand Qualifications Authority under the provisions of the Education Act 1989, and the National School of Aesthetics is accredited to teach it.
How the Certificate in Nail Technology Fits into the Diploma in Beauty Therapy and Applied Aesthetics
The Certificate in Nail Technology gives the student who successfully completes and graduates the course a total of 9 credits towards the Diploma in Beauty Therapy and Applied Aesthetics (120 credits).
This course does not qualify a student as a partially- or fully-qualified Beauty Therapist upon completion. The student would need to complete all three courses (Certificate in Aesthetics, Certificate in Physiatrics and Certificate in Electrology) to be considered a fully-qualified Beauty Therapist in New Zealand and most countries around the world.
Outcome Statement for the Certificate in Nail Technology
Outcome statement: Nail Technology graduates should hold the necessary practical skills and theoretical knowledge to safely perform nail technology treatments independently and competently in an international commercial environment.
Subjects in the Certificate in Nail Technology
Students attending the Certificate in Nail Technology course will engage in the following components (click on each name for more information):
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Credits A credit is the equivalent of approximately 10 directed and self-directed learning hours. |
Level A level is how difficult course is and to which level of standard you are expected to complete. |
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Certificate in Nail Technology |
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All subjects are required. None are optional.
Further information on the above sections can be found by clicking on their names. The information should appear below the name.
Recognised Awards Available
Upon successful completion of the course requirements and final examination, the candidate may be eligible for the following awards. No extra expenses, applications or requirements apply to sit the National School of Aesthetics qualifying examinations in the first instance.
An award is the certificate or diploma one receives for successfully completing a course of study.
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The National School of Aesthetics |
Certificate in Nail Technology |
You are also welcome to apply to sit international qualifying examinations. Extra expenses and requirements apply. Awards you may gain as a result are:
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International Therapy Examination Council |
Diploma in Nail Technology
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You must attend our course to sit ITEC examinations through us.
Your Further Study Options
Upon successful completion of the course requirements, you may be eligible to study further with us. Options include:
Dates, Times, Costs and More Details
Please find below the dates, times, costs and other details about this course.
2013
| Intake | Start | Finish | Days | Hours | Domestic Fees | International Fees | Classes |
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| 1 | 29 Jul 2013 | 8 Nov 2013 | M - F | 9 - 1 | $2,967 | $6,200 | 1 |
2014
Depending on TEC funding restrictions, we may not be offering this course in 2014.
Notes
Domestic students enrolling in this course may be eligible for student loans and student allowances.
See Special Notes for some terms and conditions.
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Special Notes
- All prices include 15% GST and are in New Zealand dollars.
- See Application and Enrolment Dates for further information. To avoid disappointment, the school highly suggests applying for your course as soon as the enrolment opens.
- For this course, we require at least 8 students to be enrolled a week-and-a-half prior to the course starting date in order for it to proceed.
- * 2014 prices listed are tentative only. We will not know definitive 2014 prices until funding is approved and other policies are released.
- **/*** You must pay a deposit when you enrol. You cannot pay them, or get them reimbursed by, student loan.
- ** Domestic students must pay 10% deposit on enrolment.
- This 10% goes towards your total fees.
- International Students: Please see the International Students section.
- International students must pay their entire course fee on enrolment.
- The National School of Aesthetics reserves the right to alter or change details, prices, dates, et cetera, on the courses at the school.
- This information was correct and accurate (and in some cases, forecasted) at the time of Web publication (05/13).
- Extra expenses apply.
- Payment plans are not available.
- See The Physiotherapy Act Disclaimer for further information on the Physiotherapy Act and the National School of Aesthetics.
The National School of Aesthetics is a training establishment established in terms of the Education Act 1989. It is not authorised by the Physiotherapy Board of New Zealand to give instruction in, or to train persons in physiotherapy or massage under the Physiotherapy Act 1949. Any reference to the expression "therapeutic" and/or "sports massage" and/or "massage" in the curriculum or any other documentation relating to courses or components therein, of any course NaSA offers are not intended to suggest NaSA is authorised to teach any aspect of physiotherapy or that students undertake physiotherapy training in therapeutic massage.
In addition, the teaching staff involved in the course(s) are not qualified to teach physiotherapy and are not authorised by the Physiotherapy Board to give instruction in, or train persons in physiotherapy or massage, under the Physiotherapy Act 1949.
