2025-2026 Nail Technology Achievement Results

Industry Certifications

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Client Service Satisfaction Rating

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A/B Grade Rating for Program

Per the State Board of Barbering & Cosmetology, the following requirements are mandatory for acceptance:

  • Earned ten total high school credits
  • Must be 16 years of age by the first day of classes: July 21, 2027

Program Highlights

  • Express individual creativity utilizing a wide range of nail care techniques using the latest technology and trends.
  • Create artistic designs, artificial enhancements, and provide natural nail services.
  • Manage client relationships, and provide recommendations for ongoing health and safety.

Career Focus

  • The first step to earning your nail technician licensure is to successfully complete the CAVIT one-year, 600-hour program. At the end of the program, it’s time to earn your licensure by passing the state’s two exams. Finally, it’s time to update your resume, apply for, and land a nail technician position and/or continue your post-secondary education and earn a business or marketing degree.

Listing of Instructional Topics

  • Infection Control and Safety – 110 Hours
  • Anatomy, Physiology, and Nail Diseases – 130 Hours
  • Basic Manicuring and Pedicuring – 130 Hours
  • Advanced Nail Enhancements – 150 Hours
  • Business, Law, and Professional Ethics – 80 Hours

Nail Technology Labor Entry Level Salary Range

  • Hourly: $16.47
  • Annual: $34,250

*Source – Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wages

Related Career Pathways

  • Nail Care Artist/Designer
  • Nail Technician
  • Product Distribution
  • Sales Consultant
  • Product Design Engineer
  • Beauty Supply Store Associate
  • Retail/Artistic Director