Nail Technician

Service Professions

Students in the Nail Technician program study and perform manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. This program trains students in the principles of proper infection control and sanitation, basic nail technology, and understanding chemicals used in artificial enhancements and gel nails. Upon completion of the program, students will be prepared to take the Utah State Nail Technician licensure exam. You will not be able to work in this profession in Utah unless you have a Social Security Number.

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Cost Summary

Program Cost Estimate

$867

Includes: Tuition (@ 310 hours), Fees and Course Materials. Some elective courses may have additional fees and/or materials that are not calculated in this summary.

Tuition and Fees – listed by course
Books and Materials – listed by course

High School Cost Estimate

$1,295

Tuition is free for high school students, however there are some fees and materials that they may be responsible for at the beginning or during the program

Annual Fee: $40
Other Program Fees: $55
Textbooks/Textbook Bundle: $147
Workbook: $76
Scrubs/Uniform: $25
Supplies/Tools/Equipment: $952
Licensure: +$240 — NOT required for graduation, but needed to work in Utah

Certificate Processing Fee

$18

Paid upon program completion

Financial Aid

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Program Contact
Service Professions

Marlee Patterson
801-593-2431

Program Length: 310 Clock hours: 310 Clock hours (6 months)

Enrollment Type:: Set Schedule

Training Location:: Main Campus

High School Students:

Pre-orientation

Program Links:

See training schedule

Admission Requirements

This program is open to qualified high school and adult students who meet the following program requirements:

ADULT STUDENTS: Have a high school diploma or equivalent
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS: Must be at least 16 years of age AND be in 11th or 12th grade
Pass Davis Tech program Complete the Davis Tech Placement Assessments

Many programs have guidelines, checklists, and post-admissions requirements: Critical Program Information.

Placement Assessment Requirements

Transcripts for prior academic learning or assessments (such as college or high school), may waive some or all of the admission requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable in most cases. You may upload documentation in your application under the Assessment section.

READING REQUIREMENTS

Accuplacer Next Generation Reading Score: 237 - 300
Alternate Documentation

	Required Grades/Scores	Time Limit
Accuplacer Next Generation Reading	237 - 300	3 years
ACT English or Reading	16+	5 years
College Transcripts	English 955 C or higher	5 years
GED Language	165+	3 years
High School Transcripts - English Classes ^*	C or Higher	2 years
SAT	530	5 years
Associates Degree or higher from a regionally accredited college waives all assessments ^**		No Time Limit
Davis Tech Certification of Program Completion waives all assessments (at an equivalent level)		No Time Limit

^*At least two out of four grades within the same school year must meet the minimum grade level.
^**Transcripts in addition to a copy of the certificate is required.
Transcripts from other states, military schools and other institutions showing academic achievements not listed above, will be reviewed on an individual basis by the Assessment Center Specialist or the student’s Academic Advisor.

MATH REQUIREMENTS: — No Math Assessments for this program —

PREPARATION AND STUDY Sample Questions for the Accuplacer Math and Reading Assessments can be found here:: Next Generation Accuplacer READING

High school students do not need to complete placement assessments unless specifically required by the program
Placement testing is waived for students with a Davis Tech Certificate of Completion at an equivalent level or higher, or an associate degree or higher from a regionally accredited college.

Certifications & Credentials

Davis Technical College Credentials

Davis Technical College Certificate of Program Completion

Available Licensing/Certifications

Nail Technician License (State of Utah)

Transfer Options

The following academic agreements are available to students in the Nail Technician program. In order to receive credit for course work included in these agreements, you must provide a transcript to the receiving institution.

Please be aware that some agreements require you to complete the entire program before they will transfer credit. Please contact your instructor at Davis Tech if you have questions.

This program is eligible to transfer credits towards an AAS degree to the following institutions:

100%Placement Rate

100% Licensure Rate

Utah Job Outlook

Program Faculty

FT Janet Lee – Lead Faculty
Associate's Degree from The Art Institute of Pittsburgh
801-593-2492

FT Whitney White

PT Aubrey Felix
Certificate from Davis Technical College

PT Barb Chapman

PT Cindee Bennett
Diploma

^*NOTE: Textbook and material costs are based on Davis Tech’s bookstore prices at the time of publication and are subject to change. There are no charges associated with personal data collection and processes or verification of student identity.

^**High School Students: High school students are exempt from student tuition and fees. While high school students are not required to purchase textbooks, they are required to purchase personal and consumable learning resources and materials.