Course overview
Three nail systems. Eight weeks. One-on-one.
This short in-house course is designed for beginners who want private, focused training in three popular nail systems: Acrylic, BIAB / Builder Gel and Soft Gel Tips.
Training is delivered one-on-one, allowing the student to receive direct trainer guidance, correction and feedback throughout the course. It is suitable for students who want to fast-track their practical knowledge within an 8-week private training structure.
This course is ideal for students who want to begin offering selected nail services from home, work freelance, or start a small nail business focused on Acrylic, BIAB / Builder Gel and Soft Gel Tips.
Course snapshot
At a glance.
| Course type | Short in-house training course |
| Training format | One-on-one private training |
| Duration | 8 weeks |
| Class schedule | One training day per week |
| Session time | 4 hours per session, generally 10:00am to 2:00pm |
| Scheduling | Scheduled according to both trainer and student availability |
| Kit | Starter kit included |
| Certificate | Industry-recognised Certificate of Completion issued by Tanaka Beauty College |
| Qualification status | This course is not a nationally recognised qualification |
Who this course is for
Built for focused, private beginners.
This course is suitable for students who:
What you will learn
Eleven hands-on skills across three nail systems.
Students are introduced to practical skills and service knowledge across:
Delivery and scheduling
Eight weeks, one private session at a time.
This course is delivered as one-on-one private training over 8 weeks. Students usually attend one 4-hour class per week, generally from 10:00am to 2:00pm.
Start dates and class days are scheduled according to both trainer and student availability. This allows the training to remain flexible while still following a structured 8-week course plan.
Students are expected to practise outside class to build control, consistency and confidence. Nail services require repetition, and home practice is an important part of the learning process.
Starter kit
A starter kit, included.
A starter kit is included with this course to support practical training and home practice.
Full kit details are provided in the course brochure or before enrolment.
Course fee
$4,100, including your starter kit.
Entry requirements
Open to beginners with a serious commitment.
No previous nail experience is required.
Students must be prepared to practise outside class, follow trainer instructions, maintain safe hygiene standards and present professionally during training.
Business readiness
For students preparing to offer services.
This course is suitable for students who want to begin offering selected nail services from home, as a freelance nail technician, or through a small beginner nail business.
Students are responsible for checking any business, insurance, local council, health, hygiene or legal requirements that may apply before offering services to paying clients.
Certificate
An industry-recognised Certificate of Completion.
Issued by Tanaka Beauty College
Students receive an industry-recognised Certificate of Completion issued by Tanaka Beauty College after completing the course.
This is a short in-house training course. It is not a nationally recognised qualification and does not result in a Statement of Attainment under the Australian Qualifications Framework.
Learn more.
For full course details, including kit inclusions, training structure and enrolment information, view the course brochure or contact Tanaka Beauty College.
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