You’ve Passed the Interview. You’re Enrolled. What Should You Do Before Your First Day at The National School of Aesthetics?
You will need to do a few things before you start your programme with us here at The National School of Aesthetics. This page will give you some information and link you to further information on other pages within our Web site too.
Quick Links about Before You Start Your Course
The Student Handbook
If you haven’t read it before your interview, you will need to read and familiarise yourself with the Student Handbook, downloadable from this Web site.
It is extremely important you read and understand the information in the Student Handbook. This information prepares you to study with us.
Your Uniform
You’ll need to assemble your uniform from different suppliers. You need to have your uniform organised before you start the course.
You can read more information and see pictures of our uniform on the Uniform and Hygiene page.
Your Carrying Case
We suggest a small suitcase or carrying case with an extendable handle and wheels.
Your carrying case needs to fit into a cubbyhole. The cubbyhole has the following dimensions:
- 40 centimetres wide
- 50 centimetres high
- 80 centimetres deep
Remember this carrying case needs to fit your linen kit, your consumables, your books, your binder, pens and paper in it.
OSH requirements dictate you cannot leave your carrying case on the floor as this is a hazard and can prevent a clear avenue of escape in case of emergency, so the carrying case must fit in the cubbyhole.
You should also purchase a small Tupperware storage case for all your electrology and main consumables.
You can find a photo of acceptable carrying cases below.
Some of Your Extra Expenses
This section tells you when you need to have these extra expenses by. Please refer to the Extra Expenses tables in the Student Handbook to see which specific items are related to your programme as items for both the New Zealand Certificate and Diploma in Beauty Therapy programme and New Zealand Certificate in Nail Technology programme are listed here.
Extra Expenses You Need Before You Start the Course
You should try to organise:
| Extra Expense | Beauty Therapy | Nail Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Your uniform | X | X |
| Your linen kit (except the headband) | X | X |
| Your implements and consumables (excluding nail files and buffers, and sponges), including electrology tweezers for beauty therapy students | X | X |
| Your stationary | X | X |
| Your suitcase / carrying case | X | X |
| Your Workplace First Aid Certificate | X | X |
| Your computer or laptop with Microsoft Word 365 | X | X |
| Your makeup brushes and related supplies | X | |
| Your eyeshadow palette, mascara, mascara wands and nail polish | X |
You can find what you need in your linen kit in your copy of the Student Handbook.
Extra Expenses You Pay for on Your First Day
You will need to pay for:
| Extra Expense | Beauty Therapy | Nail Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Student ID badge | X | X |
| Public Trust account fee | X | X |
| Books | X | X |
| Nail files and buffers | X | X |
| Electrology probes | X | |
| Headband | X | |
| Sponges | X | |
| Nail technology kits | X | |
| Nail technology practice hand | X |
Any extra expenses you are required to purchase from the National School of Aesthetics should be purchased and obtained on or after the first day of your programme.
Some items may not be immediately available after payment.
Extra Expenses You Need After You Start the Course
We will discuss these other extra expenses within the first few days of your course:
| Extra Expense | Beauty Therapy | Nail Technology |
|---|---|---|
| Any other consumables or extra expenses you may need | X | X |
We have included images of these below for you.
Photos of Some Extra Expenses
Below, you will find photos of some of the extra expenses you will need to purchase. Please note the quality and type of these items. All the extra expenses shown are external extra expenses, so you will need to purchase these from a supplier outside the school.
Make-Up Brushes
Nail Buffer
Tweezer Tips
Ākonga / Students with Carrying Cases
Maximum carrying case dimensions are listed in the Carrying Case section above.
Your Programme Fees and Extra Expenses Payments
Your programme fees and The National School of Aesthetics extra expenses are due on the first day of the course.
Please arrange for your programme fees to be paid by or on the first day of the course. If your programme fees are not paid by or on the first day of the course, we may stop you attending class until they are paid.
If you are getting a student loan to pay for your programme fees, apply as soon as you are enrolled in the course, and make sure your loan is approved fully before the course starts.
For more information, see:
Your First Aid Certificate
Your first aid certificate is due by the first day. Arrange to sit your first aid course before you start attending the course.
See our First Aid Certificate page for more information on certificate requirements and so on.
Some Special Notes
- If you require medical clearance for a physical or mental health issue to attend the programme, please either see your doctor or an appropriate medical professional.
- If you require diagnosis of a suspected learning disability, please contact the school or your local Citizens Advice Bureau for guidance.
- If you need child care for your child, check Google or Yellow for more information.
- If you need budgeting advice or other purposes, the Citizens Advice Bureau is available on 0800 FOR CAB (0800 367-222) or www.cab.org.nz.
- Workplace First Aid Certificates are due by the day you start the course, so to avoid disappointment, book your course well in advance. You do not book this through us.
- You cannot take time off the programme to attend First Aid Training! Complete first aid training in your own time and don’t leave it to the last minute.
- Your Workplace First Aid Certificate must be valid beyond the programme end date.
- You will need to pay for international examinations by the due date.
- For Clinic Days in the New Zealand Certificate and Diploma in Beauty Therapy programme, we supply linen and consumables for treatments on paying clients.
We strongly encourage you to:
- Ensure your immunisations are up to date.
- Get the flu shot when it is available.
- Get the COVID-19 vaccination when needed.
Illness can spread very easily through an educational environment.