• IT'S ALL ABOUT THEORY

    🔴 BEGINNER

    Learn essential theory including nail anatomy, health and safety, product knowledge, client care and professional best practices.

    ✔ Nail Anatomy & Structure
    ✔ Health & Safety
    ✔ Product Knowledge
    ✔ Client Care & Consultations

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  • APPLY GEL POLISH LIKE A PRO

    ⭐ MOST POPULAR

    Learn the complete gel polish process from natural nail preparation through to flawless application and safe removal.

    ✔ Natural Nail Preparation
    ✔ Gel Polish Application
    ✔ French Manicures
    ✔ Certificate Included

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  • GET YOUR GEL ON

    🔵 INTERMEDIATE

    Master one of the fastest-growing nail extension systems with easy-to-follow lessons covering preparation, application, shaping, finishing and safe removal.

    ✔ Tip Sizing & Application
    ✔ Shaping & Finishing
    ✔ Safe Removal
    ✔ Certificate Included

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  • NAIL ART ACADEMY

    🔴 BEGINNER ⚫ ADVANCED

    From simple salon designs to advanced techniques, our Nail Art Academy will help you create stunning nail art with confidence.

    ✔ Fine Line Art
    ✔ Chrome & Effects
    ✔ Seasonal Designs
    ✔ Advanced Techniques

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  • BUILD ME UP

    🔵 INTERMEDIATE

    Master Builder Gel in a Bottle (BIAB) from overlays to extensions. Learn how to strengthen natural nails using one of today's most popular salon services.

    ✔ Natural Overlays
    ✔ Tip Extensions & Repairs
    ✔ Infills & Maintenance
    ✔ Certificate Included

    🩷 Coming Soon 

Why Choose NZ Nail Academy

At NZ Nail Academy, we believe great education is about more than simply watching videos—it's about building confidence, developing practical skills, and supporting you throughout your learning journey. Our courses combine real-world industry experience with step-by-step guidance to help you achieve your goals, whether you're starting a new career or expanding your existing skills.

  • 💗 Industry-Recognised Certification

    Build your confidence by completing practical assessments and quizzes to earn your NZ Nail Academy Certificate of Completion, recognising the skills and knowledge you've developed throughout your course.

  • 💗 Learn from Industry Experience

    With over 27 years of professional experience, our courses are created by educators who understand the real techniques, challenges and skills used every day in the nail industry.

  • 💗 Professional Online Learning

    Our easy-to-follow online courses combine high-quality video lessons, downloadable resources, quizzes and practical assessments to create an engaging learning experience that fits around your lifestyle.

  • 💗 Practical Skills for Real Success

    Our courses focus on the techniques and knowledge you'll actually use, giving you the confidence to create beautiful results for yourself or your future clients.

  • 💗 Ongoing Educator Support

    Learning online doesn't mean learning alone. Our experienced educators are here to guide and support you throughout your course, helping you feel confident every step of the way.

  • 💗 Grow Your Skills With Confidence

    As your confidence grows, so can your skills. Our expanding range of online courses allows you to continue learning new techniques and build your knowledge at every stage of your nail journey.

💗 Learning Doesn't End With One Course.

At NZ Nail Academy, we're passionate about helping our students continue to grow with new courses, advanced training and ongoing support as they build confidence and achieve their goals.

Student Success Stories

  • 🩷 Love your products and education!

    Thanks for sharing all your knowledge and experience with us, it's so awesome to learn from someone that has so much passion! Our team always finds your courses beneficial to our business. We love working with your products and being kept up to date with what's new in the "nail world"!! Thanks for only being a phone call away if we ever need anything!"
    R.Dodunski - The Nail Shoppe

  • 🩷 Love the Online Jelly Course!

    I loved the Jelly course. It was very easy to follow and understand. It has also given me so many more options on how to use the beautiful products.Thanks Deb and Jill for creating such great content.

  • 💗 I Loved This Course

    I have always wanted to do a nail course with NZNA and finally having the online option made it possible :) The cost is perfect and I can not wait to do my next one :)

    Thank you so much NZNA Team

    C Rangitaawa - NZ

How Online Learning Works

  • 🎓 Enrol

    Choose the course that's right for you and gain instant access to your online learning portal.

  • 💻 Learn

    Study at your own pace with step-by-step video lessons, downloadable resources, quizzes and practical exercises.

  • 🏆 Get Certified

    Complete your assessments, receive educator feedback and earn your NZ Nail Academy Certificate of Completion.

Ready To Start Your Nail Journey?

Whether you're learning for yourself or building a professional career, NZ Nail Academy is here to support you every step of the way.

🩷 Still not sure which course is right for you?

Our friendly team is here to help you choose the perfect learning pathway. Get in touch—we'd love to help.

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