Turn your passion for nails into a rewarding career
Small classes. A tranquil studio. Individual attention on every technique — from your first gel polish to running your own salon.
“Every student has the potential to succeed — we simply give them the space, skill and confidence to get there.”
The Beautology Academy is dedicated to empowering aspiring nail technicians and beauty professionals with the knowledge, practical skill and confidence to build successful careers in the beauty industry.
Owner of her own beauty and hair salon for over 20 years, and an educator for more than 10 — Eliane shares her hands-on experience directly with every aspiring nail technician who trains at the academy.
We focus on excellence, creativity, professionalism and personal growth — preparing our graduates to thrive in salons, launch their own businesses, or pursue advanced opportunities within the beauty industry, including onboard positions with international cruise lines such as MSC.
Watch a lesson come together
From first swatch to finished set — a look inside a real class at The Beautology Academy, taught the way every technique is taught here: up close, hands-on, one student at a time.
Explore the coursesAn education built around you
Individual Attention
Small classes mean every technique is checked, corrected and refined one-on-one — not lost in a crowd.
Recognised Accreditation
Our courses are internationally and nationally accredited, giving you a qualification employers trust.
Full Kit Included
Every course comes with a complete professional kit, so you graduate ready to work from day one.
Entrepreneurship Track
Learn the business side too — our flagship course includes everything you need to open your own salon.
A Tranquil Studio
Learn in a calm, welcoming space designed to help you focus, practise and build genuine confidence.
Career Pathways
Graduate into salon work, open your own business, or pursue opportunities abroad — including cruise ships.
Course fees at a glance
All prices in South African Rand. Registration fees cover international registration, your student number, and accreditation, and are payable in addition to the course fee. Classes run Monday–Friday 8:30am–2pm plus Saturdays 8:30am–2pm, unless noted otherwise.
Saturday classes available for part-time students
All our courses are accredited through IECAB — the International Education and Certification Board.
Finance Options
Need help funding your studies or accommodation? Zoefly Financial Services is happy to assist.
Nail Technology Programs
Entrepreneurial Nail Course
R27,000For aspiring entrepreneurs opening their own business or working on cruise lines. Covers all four gel systems, rubber base, hard gel and hybrid gel, acrylic sculpting and overlays, tip application, electric filing, nail art level 1–2, and full manicure & pedicure training.
Registration fee: R1,930
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Enquire NowComprehensive Nail Course
R15,000Acrylic and gel systems covered in full — all four gel systems, rubber base, hard gel and hybrid gel, sculpting, overlays, reverse French, colour application and tip application. A well-rounded grounding for students ready to work in any salon.
Registration fee: R1,730
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Enquire NowGel Nail Course
R7,000All four gel systems — rubber base, hard gel and hybrid gel — from nail prep and filing through gel polish application, overlay sculpture, baby boomer and glitter techniques, to tip application.
Registration fee: R1,260 (Gold Registration)
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Enquire NowAcrylic Nail Course
R6,500Sculpting with acrylic, acrylic overlays, reverse French and colour application, and tip application using acrylic — theory through to practical mastery.
Registration fee: R1,260 (Gold Registration)
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Enquire NowManicure & Pedicure
R4,500Traditional and spa manicure and pedicure — cuticle work, scrubs, massage, paraffin and clay masks, and gel polish application, start to finish.
Registration fee: R1,730
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Enquire NowNail Shapes
R1,500/dayForm sculpting with hard gels — Russian almond, ballerina (coffin), stiletto, and pipe shape.
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Enquire NowDip Acrylic
R4,250Nail prep, application technique, the dipping process, nail anatomy, aftercare and salon hygiene.
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Enquire NowE-File (Electric Filing)
R7,000Bit types, speed control, product removal, refining technique, consultation skills and hygiene & safety — safe, efficient electric filing.
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Enquire NowCombo Packages
Nail Technology, Manicure, Pedicure, Electric Filing & Eyelash Extensions
R30,500The complete nail technology curriculum — gel & acrylic systems, tip application, nail art — plus manicure, pedicure, electric filing and eyelash extensions in one package.
Registration fee: R1,930
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Enquire NowNail Technology, Electric Filing, Mani, Pedi & Makeup
R32,500Nail technology and electric filing paired with manicure, pedicure and a full makeup course — skin prep, colour theory, bridal and editorial looks.
Registration fee: R1,930
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Enquire NowNail Technology, Electric Filing, Mani, Pedi, Makeup & Eyelashes
R36,000Our most complete combo — nail technology, electric filing, manicure, pedicure, makeup and eyelash extensions together.
Registration fee: R2,330
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Enquire NowOther combinations are available to suit your individual needs — get in touch to build a package around your goals.
Beauty Therapy & Add-On Treatments
IECAB Red Seal Beauty Therapy Level 2
R46,500Our most prestigious qualification — facials & skin care, eyelash extensions, brow tint & lift, makeup, hair removal/waxing, specialist manicure & pedicure, nail enhancement and basic nail art.
Registration fee: R5,650
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Enquire NowEyelash Extensions
R7,000Individual and volume lash application — lash types, mapping, isolation, adhesive use, hygiene and aftercare.
Registration fee: R1,260 (Gold Registration)
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Enquire NowMakeup
R5,500Skin preparation, colour theory, everyday and special-occasion looks, bridal, fashion and editorial makeup.
Registration fee: R1,260 (Gold Registration)
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Enquire NowWaxing — Full Body
R6,500Wax types, skin preparation, aftercare, hygiene standards and technique across all body areas.
Registration fee: R1,260 (Gold Registration)
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Enquire NowLash Lifting & Brow Lamination
R3,500Lift, curl and shape natural lashes and brows for fuller, defined, long-lasting results — no extensions needed.
Registration fee: R1,260 (Gold Registration)
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Enquire NowEyebrow Tint & Shape
R1,850Brow anatomy and colour theory, tinting and shaping technique, product knowledge and client consultation.
Registration fee: R1,260 (Gold Registration)
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Enquire NowFacial Course
R6,500Skin science and professional facial treatments for different skin types, plus client care and business skills.
Registration fee: R1,260 (Gold Registration)
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Enquire NowInside the academy
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