Qualification rules

To achieve a Certificate II in Nail Technology, 15 units must be completed:

all 10 core units

5 elective units:

a minimum of 3 elective units must be selected from the elective units listed below

the remaining units may be selected from this or another endorsed Training Package or accredited course; these must be units which are first packaged at AQF level 1, 2 or 3.

In all cases selection of electives must be guided by the job outcome sought, local industry requirements and the characteristics of this qualification (as per the AQF descriptors).

Core units

SIBBNLS201A

Work in a nail services framework

SIBBNLS202A

Provide manicure and pedicare services

SIBBNLS203A

Apply ultraviolet gel nail enhancement

SIBBNLS204A

Apply acrylic nail enhancement

SIBXCCS201A

Conduct financial transactions

SIBXCCS202A

Provide service to clients

SIRXCLM001A

Organise and maintain work areas

SIRXCOM001A

Communicate in the workplace

SIRXIND001A

Work effectively in a retail environment

SIRXOHS001A

Apply safe working practices

Elective units

Client Services

SIRXCCS002A

Interact with customers

Inventory

SIRXINV001A

Perform stock control procedures

Merchandising

SIRXMER001A

Merchandise products

SIRXMER005A

Create a display

Nail Services

SIBBNLS205A

Apply nail art

SIBBNLS206A

Use electric file equipment for nails

SIBBNLS207A

Apply advanced nail art

Research

SIBBRES201A

Research and apply beauty industry information

Sales

SIRXSLS001A

Sell products and services

Sustainability

BSBSUS201A

Participate in environmentally sustainable work practices

Employability skill

Industry/enterprise requirements for this qualification include:

Communication

Communication skills, both verbal and non-verbal, are used by nail technicians to establish and meet the needs of clients. This is done through questioning and observation and by providing clear information on products used and services performed. Nail technicians are expected to read and interpret product information to make safe and appropriate recommendations to clients. Communication skills are also used to follow instructions and respond to change, such as current workplace environmental sustainability procedures.

Problem solving

Nail technicians are required to solve problems by applying their knowledge of contraindications to anticipate and mitigate problems by advising clients of alternative options and/or referring them to alternative practitioners. Problem-solving skills are also applied in the performance of routine retail activities, such as selling products and processing financial transactions.

Initiative and enterprise

Opportunities to use initiative and enterprise skills occur with the identification and provision of the most appropriate nail service for each individual client. Nail technicians are also required to exercise initiative and enterprise to recognise and adapt to changes in a client's condition or requirement, while maintaining safety and hygiene requirements.

Teamwork

Nail technicians are generally employed in salons where they are expected to work individually and as part of a team. This requires knowledge of the roles and responsibilities of all team members and accepted or expected workplace practices. It includes the ability to recognise and act on situations requiring the assistance or attention of supervisors or senior staff members and participate in sustainable workplace practices.

Planning and organising

Nail technicians are required to plan and organise information, time and resources in order to deliver an efficient and effective service. Information is required from clients to assess and respond to their needs while maintaining health, hygiene and environmental protection requirements; along with achieving designated time frames for the performance of the service. The use of resources must be planned and organised to minimise waste and prevent product and environmental contamination.

Self-management

Nail technicians are expected to be self-directed in performing their role within the boundaries of workplace expectations and legislative requirements. The knowledge and application of health, hygiene and safety requirements are critical to the performance of this role.

Learning

Nail technicians work in a dynamic industry that experiences frequent change due to the emergence of new trends and products. In this environment nail technicians are expected to take responsibility for maintaining the currency of their knowledge by identifying and assessing learning opportunities and sources of information, including professional associations and the influences and inter-relationships with complementary industries.

Technology

Technology is used through the use of fixed telephones, retail equipment and in some cases electronic client booking systems. While nail technicians must be familiar with the safe use and maintenance of technology, they must also be able to use manual alternatives as required, in the event of the failure of electronic funds transfer equipment for example.