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Job Title - Nail Technician
Description
A Nail Technician applies a variety of cosmetic treatments to the finger nails of customers.
Typical Job Activities
Provides standard manicures
Extends the nails with acrylic or gel, fibreglass or silk wraps
Massages oils into the cuticles of each nail and cut, file and shape each nail into the desired style
Applies nail polish in the colours the client chooses
Some technicians specialise in particular treatments, such as nail art which involves decorating each finished nail with elaborate patterns and colours
Nail technicians may advise on maintenance and care routine for the nails
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Educational Requirements
Senior Certificate at a Technikon
Compulsory subjects: None
Recommended subjects: Biology
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Employment Opportunities
Low
Market Competitiveness
High
Income Potential
Low
Self-Employment Options
High
International Employment Market
Low
Possible Employers
Medium or small Companies - Nail bars in large departments stores, Beauty and hairdressing salons, Cosmetic companies, beauty clinics, Health hydro’s and spas
Own small business: Entrepreneurial opportunities in this field
Self-employed: Contractor, consultant, own practice, freelance
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Relevant Contact Details
South African Association of Health and Skincare Professionals
http://www.saahsp.co.za
Career Progress and Path
Experience in specific field
Work performance
General management studies
Possible Career Paths
Specialist career in the specific field
Consultant/ contractor/ own practice/ freelance
Own business
Employment Stability
Moderately stable
Reasons to consider this career
To start my own business
To become a manager
To be of service to people
To work with my hands
To learn new things
To work with languages
To work with people
To not have to study theories
To apply my special skills
