New Zealand Certificate in Nail Technology Level 4

This programme consist 120 credits. The courses includes:

Professional Workplace Standards (15 Credits)

Develop an understanding of the knowledge and skills required to work as a professional nail technician. The course covers:

• First aid
• Health and safety
• Professional standards and expectations
• In-depth consultation and needs analysis for nail technology services

Nail Technology Science (20 Credits)

Acquire theoretical knowledge required to safely and independently offer nail technology services. The course covers:

• The types of micro-organisms and methods of control within the nail salon
• Contagious and non-contagious nail diseases and disorders, highlighting appropriate treatment plans and/or referral
• The anatomy of bones and muscles of the lower arm and lower leg relevant to nail technology
• The structure and function of the nail, relevant to nail technology
• The chemistry of products used in relation to nail technology

Business Practice (15 Credits)

Develop the skills and knowledge required to successfully establish and operate a small nail technology business. The course covers:

• Types of businesses
• Business plans and start-up costs
• Council regulations for setting up a small nail technology business
• Employing staff
• Tax requirements
• Keeping financial records
• Stock control and ordering
• Market research
• Understanding the market
• Promoting a business
• Leglislation relating to selling of goods and services
• Customer service
• Communication methods
• Taking payments
• Re-booking and retailing
• Booking systems and technology
• Cashing up/close of day procedures

Natural Nail Services (15 Credits) (20 Practicum Hours)

Learn to provide a range of natural nail services to meet industry expectations and standards. The course covers:

• Anatomy related to natural nail services
• Products, tools and equipment used for nail services
• Massage techniques for hands and feet
• Manicure and pedicure techniques and processes
• Nail shapes
• Nail and skin analysis
• Gel polish theory and application methods
• Consultation techniques
• Hygiene, health and safety in relation to nail services
• Client positioning
• Treatment aftercare and home care recommendations and advice
• Referring clients
• Specialist treatment and nail enhancements

Nail Augmentation Acrylic Enhancements (20 Credits) (20 Practicum Hours)

Learn to work to industry professional standards with the liquid and powder acrylic enhancement materials. The course covers:

• Tip and overlay enhancement services including in-depth consultation
• Sculptured nail enhancement services to meet client expectations
• Rebalance, repair and removal services to meet client expectations
• Current and emerging industry trends in relation to liquid and powder acrylic nail services

Nail Augmentation Gel Enhancements (20 Credits) (20 Practicum Hours)

Learn to provide gel enhancement services to industry standards, inclusive of tips and overlays, sculptured nails and maintenance.

Nail Art Services (15 Credits) (15 Practicum Hours)

Learn to design and provide custom nail art services, using a variety of art media, to meet industry requirements.

Domestic Entry Requirements

NCEA Level 2

OR

Equivalent academic achievement

OR

On a case-by-case basis at the discretion of the Executive Dean

English language proficiency

If English is not your first language, you must also demonstrate English language skills equivalent to an IELTS overall band score (academic) of 5.5 with no band score less than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL is a TOEFL testing centre.

International Entry Requirements

In addition to the Domestic Entry Requirements, the following applies to international student applicants.

English language proficiency

International student applicants whose first language is not English must have an IELTS Academic score of 5.5 with no band score lower than 5 (or equivalent including TOEFL). IELTS scores used must be taken from a single IELTS Test Report Form (i.e. combining scores from more than one test is not permissible). UCOL is a TOEFL testing centre.

Under 20 years of age

In addition to this, international applicants under 20 years of age must have NCEA equivalency.

Domestic Fees: *
$6702.00

International Fees:*
$20,500.00

Graduates of this qualification may be employed or contracted in positions such as:

• Nail technician 
• Nail artist 
• Brand or product company representative.