Nail Technician

School of
Service Professions

Stephani Matweyew

Stephani Matweyew

  • Instructional Management Assistant
  • 801-593-2431

Program Summary

When Can I Start

Training Dates

Credits

9 Credit Hours

Time to Complete

6 months

Training Locations

Main Campus

Adult Student Costs | $2,009*


*Estimated: Includes Tuition, Fees and Course Materials. Some elective courses may have additional fees and/or materials that are not calculated in this summary.

High School Costs | $1,193


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

  • 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.

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Program Outcomes

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Program / Admission Details

Program Description
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.
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
  • 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. Copies should be provided to the Assessment Center. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable in most cases.

The following tests are required for this program:


  • High School student applicants must submit transcripts for ALL PROGRAMS. Cumulative GPA of 3.0 and successful completion of Math 2 (B or higher) and English 2 (B or higher) is required to waive testing for high school students. Some programs have higher GPA requirements. Student’s must have the minimum required grade for two quarters or one semester in the same school year.
  • 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
Credentials and Certifications
Davis Technical College Credentials
  • Davis Technical College Certificate of Program Completion
Available Licensing/Certifications
  • Nail Technician License (State of Utah)
Transfer Options

Training Schedules

Additional training details (hours, training days, location) can be found here.

Program Faculty

Janet Lee

FT Janet Lee | Lead Instructor

  • Associate degree from The Art Institute of Pittsburg
Whitney White

FT Whitney White

Adriane Anderson

PT Adriane Anderson

  • Certificate from Davis Technical College
Aubrey Felix

PT Aubrey Felix

  • Certificate from Davis Technical College
Barb Chapman

PT Barb Chapman

Cindee Bennett

PT Cindee Bennett

  • High School