Nail Technology Business Pathway
Beauty & Personal Care
A course by
The Career Academy
Gain professional nail technology and business skills online. Build towards working as a nail technician or running your own nail business at your own pace.
NZ$3,215
inc GST
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Core skills this course teaches
Perform nail services professionally
Graduates will be able to carry out essential nail services – including manicures, polish, and enhancements – with confidence and safety.
Set up and manage a nail business
Learners will understand how to prepare a business plan, choose business structures, and build basic accounting, bookkeeping, and marketing skills relevant to launching and growing a nail services business.
About This Course
The Nail Technology Business Pathway is a beginner-friendly, 100% online course combining hands-on nail services training with foundational business modules. Students learn manicures, nail art, popular nail enhancements, salon safety, and basics of setting up a business. Taught and mentored by beauty industry professionals, it is suitable for those looking to start their own nail business or gain employment as a nail technician. Flexible payment options and tutor/mentor support are included. Accreditation is through industry partners rather than NZQA or national frameworks.
Course Content
- Introduction to Nail Care & Technology
- Providing Nail Services
- Nail Anatomy & Physiology
- Manicure Techniques
- Nail Polish Application
- Introduction to Nail Enhancements
- Gel Polish (Shellac) Application
- Acrylic Enhancements
- Gel Enhancements
- Dip Powder (SNS) Enhancements
- Starting Up & Business Types and Structures
- Preparing your Business Plan
- Introduction to Accounting & Bookkeeping
- Certificate in Xero
- Certificate in Digital Marketing with AI (optional – unlocks after core modules)
Entry Requirements
No experience required – beginner friendly
Build towards these roles
Nail TechnicianFreelance Nail ArtistBeauty TherapistSalon AssistantManicuristNail Care Product RepresentativeMobile Nail TechnicianBeauty Business ManagerNail Salon OwnerSpa Technician
The Career Academy is here to transform your future. As an internationally recognised online education provider, they partner with industry to deliver courses that are practical, flexible, and designed to get results. With expert tutors, a 4.8/5 star student rating, and graduates in New Zealand, Australia, Ireland and the UK, The Career Academy has already helped over 25,000 learners each year gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications to take their next step. You could be next.
