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Nail Career Information Where can I locate, compare, and contact nail schools?
What is a Nail School and what will I learn?
 If you're looking to join an industry which has over 400,000
specialists and growing (according to Nails Magazine), consider nail
schools. Most cosmetology and beauty schools offer courses dedicated to
nail technician training; however, there are also independent nail
schools or nail academies dedicated exclusively to learning the art of
nails and esthetics. Nail schools train students to become nail
technologists (also known as manicurists and pedicurists) who
specialize in nail art and design, as well as nail extensions, wraps
and gels.
In the world of cosmetology, not all nail schools are the same. Most
schools usually employ nail technicians to provide the training to
their students, as will some cosmetology and beauty schools. Although a
licensed cosmetologist must be proficient in the basics of nail
technology, a trained nail technician can provide more comprehensive
instruction to students. When looking for the right school for you, you
may want to consider if the program features nail technician teachers
in their training courses.
What are the requirements for nail school programs?
Schools
teaching nail technology usually offer a combination of classes and
hands-on learning in their courses, which can take between 200 and 600
hours to complete, and students must pass a state license exam to
become a licensed nail technician.
Take a look at our state license requirements page to find out more. We recommend you contact the licensing
department for the state you're interested in to verify if there have
been any changes in programs or required hours.
How much do Nail Schools cost to attend?
Most courses taught at nails schools are offered on a full-time or
part-time basis, and tuitions can vary, depending on the types of
courses, hours of instruction needed, and the location of the nail
school. Some schools may cost several hundred dollars, while others may
charge in the thousands.
What can I expect to earn?
Once the training is complete and
a licensing exam is passed, a manicurist can expect to make about
$20,000 per year, according to salary.com, but this can vary, based on
location, experience and clientele.
What are some of the career opportunities for a Nail School graduate?
After graduating, most students find careers in the field of
cosmetology at nail salons or spas, while others move into the field of
skin care and massage treatments. These types of programs can also
train for a career in esthetics, or the art and science of skin care,
by learning about facials, hair removal methods, waxing, make up
application, lash and eyebrow tinting, and massage techniques.
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