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Career Area: Human Services
Technical Diploma
Program Number: 30-502-4
Approximately Less Than 1 Year to Complete
This is based on full-time enrollment. Actual time to completion may vary based on the availability of courses a college offers and the number of credits the student takes in any given time period.
Credit Program
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Nail Technician Careers

Recent Wisconsin job postings for this degree:

Manicurist
Nail Technician
Salon Stylist
Salon Customer Experience Specialist

$23834Annual Median Salary

Nail Technician Programs

The Nail Technician program provides students an opportunity to gain a valuable understanding of nail trends, techniques and services that will give them an edge in the workplace. It’s also a great way for students to apply their artistic talents and develop specialized skills within a growing industry. Plus, the skills gained in this program can be applied to full or part-time employment, or used as a launch pad for a bright future in the field of cosmetology.

Students will gain hands-on experience creating the latest trends in addition to customer service skills that will provide a strong foundation for a rewarding and successful career in this component of cosmetology. 

In this program you will learn about:

  • Manicures
  • Pedicures
  • Acrylic nails
  • Gel nails
  • Gel polish
  • Market products
  • Salon sciences
  • Salon management
  • Retail sales/marketing
Nail Technician Part of a Career Pathway Program Transfers Offered completely online Shared Program
CVTC Nail Technician at CVTC
Mid-State Nail Technician at Mid-State
Milwaukee Area Nail Technician at Milwaukee Area
Southwest Nail Technician at Southwest