Nail Technology Schools in New Jersey

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Cutting Edge Academy – Accredited

45 Sunset Strip and Route 10 East
Succasunna, NJ 7876

(862) 251-7290
Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

15 Ward Street
Bloomfield, NJ 7003

(973) 680-0099
Programs:
Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

2100 State Highway 38 Plaza Cherry Hill
Cherry Hill, NJ 8002

(856) 667-8326
Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

1126 Morris Avenue
Union, NJ 7083

(908) 686-4422
Programs:
Cosmetology, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

8200 Town Center Boulevard
Voorhees, NJ 8043

Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry, Nail Technology

121 Watchung Avenue
North Plainfield, NJ 7060

(908) 754-4247
Programs:
Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

1458 Route 35 South
Ocean Township, NJ 7712

(732) 695-6800
Programs:
Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

312 State Street
Perth Amboy, NJ 8861

(732) 442-6007
Programs:
Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

70 East Holly Avenue
Pitman, NJ 8071

(856) 553-6079
Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

5518 Bergenline Avenue
West New York, NJ 7093

(201) 866-4000
Programs:
Cosmetology, Esthetics, Barbering, Nail Technology, Teacher Training

4741 U.S. Highway 9
Howell, NJ 7731

(732) 845-6289
Programs:
Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics, Makeup Artistry, Nail Technology, Teacher Training
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Bella Cosmetology Institute - Palisades Park

532 10th Street
Palisades Park, NJ 7650

Bella Cosmetology Institute - Pallsades Park – Accredited

532 10th Street
Pallsades Park, NJ 7650

Blanco's Barber & Beauty Academy – Accredited

1 Bloomfield Avenue
Newark, NJ 7104

Christine Valmy International School for Esthetics and Cosmetology – Accredited

285 Changebridge Road
Pine Brook, NJ 7058

Cosmo Beauty Academy - Saddle Brook – Accredited

431 North Midland Avenue
Saddle Brook, NJ 7663

Golden Shear Academy Of Cosmetology

1149 East Jersey Street
Elizabeth, NJ 7201

P B Cosmetology Education Center

110 Monmouth Street
Gloucester City, NJ 8030

Parisian Beauty School – Accredited

21 Passaic Street
Hackensack, NJ 7601

Shore Beauty School – Accredited

3003 English Creek Avenue
Egg Harbor Township, NJ 8234

Total Image Beauty Academy – Accredited

3900 Bergenline Avenue 2nd Floor
Union City, NJ 7087
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You must attend a school that meets any licensure requirements as defined by your state. Most states require that you graduate from an accredited or state-approved school.

How to Become a Manicurist in New Jersey

New Jersey Nail Technology Careers At a Glance
  • 300 education hours are required to become licensed.
  • You must renew your license every 2 years.
  • 0 continuing education hours are required to renew your license.
  • The average salary for manicurists in New Jersey is $23,800 ($11.44/hour). This is lower than the national average of $25,770 ($12.39/hour).
  • There is a predicted 25% job increase between 2016–2026 for manicurists. This is higher than the expected national growth of 10%.

From beautiful, practical nail designs that are great for day-to-day work to glamorous styles that are perfect for special occasions, nail technicians can do it all.

In a New Jersey nail salon, hair salon, or spa, you can use your New Jersey nail tech training to start a career you love.

State License Requirements

300 Education Hours

Required to earn a nail technology license

The licensing process in New Jersey is regulated by the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling. Your initial licensing fee ranges from $80 to $110, depending on how far into the current renewal cycle you apply. Once you pass your licensing exams and your paperwork is approved, you are ready to work.

Education Details

Before you have the chance to work with clients and start applying for New Jersey jobs, you have to meet the state's education requirements. To apply for a nail tech license in New Jersey, you need at least 300 hours of education from an approved training program. These programs cover the following mandatory topics in great detail.

Courses Offered at NJ Nail Art Schools

  • New Jersey law
  • Infection control and sanitation
  • Professional behavior and image
  • Manicuring and pedicuring techniques
  • Nail disorders and diseases
  • Human anatomy and physiology
  • Nail wraps, gels, tips, and extensions
  • Sculptured nails
  • Skin disorders
  • Removal of hair
  • First aid
  • Product chemistry

License Renewal

2 Years

License renewal period

0 Hours

Continuing education required

Cosmetology license renewal in New Jersey happens biannually on even-numbered years. The cost to renew a beauty practitioner's license is $60. Cosmetology continuing education is not required for most licenses, although electrology licensees must do 2 CEUs each licensure period. Though continuing education may not be required for some practitioners' licenses, cosmetology CEUs are always recommended to stay current in the industry. If licenses are expired more than 7 years, you must take a 250-hour refresher course and you must re-take the exams.

New Jersey Nail Technology Careers

$23,800

Average yearly salary for nail technology in New Jersey

A career in nail technology involves lots of diverse skills, giving you plenty of different options in your daily work. In a suburban New Jersey community, you may build a solid base of clients who come to you for touchups, artificial nail application, and nail repairs. If you get established in a big city, you may have the chance to work with tourists and busy city residents. Overall, job openings for New Jersey manicurists are expected to increase 25% by 2026 (CareerOneStop, 2020). The average salary for a nail technician in this state is $23,800 per year (Bureau of Labor Statistics, 2020).

The Job Outlook for a Nail Technologist in New Jersey appears to be promising, considering it is 3rd in the country. With a location quotient of 3.03 New Jersey is considered to have a high employment level for this occupation.

Contact the New Jersey State Board of Nail Technology

New Jersey Board of Cosmetology & Hairstyling

The New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology can help you with updating your name or change of address information, acquiring out-of-state licensing, renewal and other useful forms, as well as answer other questions about obtaining a New Jersey cosmetology license.

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