Nail Technician

Diploma of Vocational Education

Duration: 1 semester plus 6 week work term

Program Description

The Nail Technician program will initiate students into one of the most fascinating industries in the country - Nail Technology. People with a sense of creativity, visual perception, good human relations, and communications skills will be attracted to this occupation. Students develop nail technician skills in the classroom and a simulated salon setting. The Nail Technician program provides exposure to many aspects of the industry including sterilization and sanitation, manicures, pedicures, artificial nails, acrylic nails, gel nails, wraps (fibreglass), nail art, manicures, pedicures and the use of the electric file.

Program Courses

• Sterilization And Sanitation
• Manicures
• Pedicures
• Artificial Nails
• Salon Business Management/Customer Service
• Nail Art
• Workplace Correspondence
• Word Processing
• Standard First Aid
• Work Term

Employment Opportunities

Upon successful completion of the Nail Technician program, graduates are qualified to work in a variety of areas. Many Nail Technicians aim to become self-employed. Some technicians own their own salon, or rent out space in a salon. Others may choose to run a mobile business, which involves visiting customers’ homes. Thus, depending on circumstances or specific hiring practices nail technicians could work alone, or in a salon with other technicians, beauticians, hairstylists, or therapists.

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Entrance Requirements

High School Graduates or Equivalent

High School Graduates or equivalent are eligible for admission to the Nail Technician Program. Students must complete an application form and provide a copy of High School, Adult Basic Education, or G.E.D. results. Under certain circumstances, students who do not meet the formal high school requirements may be accepted upon the recommendation of the Guidance Counsellor or High School Principal. Please contact an Admissions Officer for details.

Mature

Mature Students are eligible for admission to the Nail Technician program. These students must be at least 19 years of age, complete an application form provide a copy of recent marks, and write a Canadian Adult Achievement Test, arranged by Academy Canada.

For further information, please contact an Admissions Officer at 1-800-561-8000 or visit the information request page.

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Program start dates are subject to sufficient enrollment.

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