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Nail Technology

Training Program

Credential(s) Offered

Industry certification, Government license

Method of Delivery

Hybrid or blended

When offered

Daytime Hours

Instructional Program (CIP)

Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist. 120410

Description

Course Objective:


 


Description:


Academy of Nail Technology prepares students for a career in Nail Technology. Students learn how to do manicures, pedicures, tip applications, acrylic applications, and traditional polishing and gel polishing. Hard Gel, Dip Acrylic & Art Techniques are covered.


Competencies to be achieved:


Students also learn safety – how to handle blood spill procedures, how to maintain safety during an application or polishing procedure, and disinfection procedures for these processes.


Our school provides a hands-on (clinical)  and theory based program. We prepare students to confidently pass the two-part exam given by the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology licensing by teaching the fundamentals of the Nail Technology including:


Part I –The written exam which consist of various topics, including, safety and sanitation, nail and skin diseases, manicuring and pedicure processes, general business (how to be professional, schedule clients, marketing yourself, rental a space, owning your own business or working for commission).


Part II – Written practical exam consists of 60 additional questions pertaining to the science, safety, and process of  performing the manicure, tip application, acrylic application and removal, red polish, and blood spill procedure.


If students take the state board exam and do not pass after receiving the results, Academy of Nail Technology will review these failed areas with the student to prepare for the retest. This is offered one time only. Students are responsible for all fees associated with State Board Exams.


Continuing education classes are available based on subject matter ;( i.e.) gel polishing, one-on-one class, new trends.


Prerequisite: Eligibility: Proof of Identification and 18 years of age. If under the age of 18 must have a High School Diploma or GED or a transcript showing 10 credit hours of high school instruction. Must have a government picture ID when registering.


Total Tuition Cost: $6,995.00


Tuition: $5,510.00
Registration: $250.00
Books: Included in cost of supplies
Supplies: $995.00
Testing/Exam: Fee of $177.00 paid by the school to  the Test Administrator: National Interstate Council (PCSHQ Admin).
Graduation: No associated fees
Other: $63 - License Fee paid by the school to the Arizona State Board Of Cosmetology 


WIOA Contact for Enrollment Status and Credential Verification:


Brian McKew 


Email: Academyofnail@gmail.com 


Tel:602 995 5666


Direct Website link to the program: https://www.academyofnails.net/


 Additional information: 



  • Background check requirements for licensing and background restrictions for working in the occupation:


 



  • Other requirements needed:


 


Refund policy:  https://www.academyofnails.net/_files/ugd/fe644c_5e7c9443bb9247daab1d45482da842cc.pdf 


Time Attended Tuition Due 
20-50 hours       20%
51-99 hours       30%
100-150 hours   40%
151-200 hours   60%
201-299 hours   80%
300 + hours       100%


Please review our school catalog at Link to school catalog: https://www.academyofnails.net/_files/ugd/fe644c_5e7c9443bb9247daab1d45482da842cc.pdf  concerning our Refund and


Grievance Policies. In addition, you will be provided a catalog when visit the school or register for the course. 


Link to school catalog: https://www.academyofnails.net/_files/ugd/fe644c_5e7c9443bb9247daab1d45482da842cc.pdf 


Credentials: (Answer each question yes or no)


 




  • Industry Recognized: Developed and offered by or endorsed by a nationally recognized industry association or organization representing a sizable portion of the industry sector; a credential that is sought or accepted by companies within the industry sector for purposes of hiring or recruitment, which may include credentials from vendors of certain products. (Developed and offered by or endorsed by a nationally recognized industry association or organization representing a sizeable portion of the industry sector).


 


 


Yes or No:


 


Nationally Recognized Industry Association or Organization:


 




  • Stackable: A credential is considered stackable when it is part of a sequence of credentials offered by the same or a different training provider. A stackable credential can be accumulated over time to build up an individual’s qualifications and help them to move along a career pathway or up a career ladder to different and potentially higher paying jobs. (Part of a sequence of credentials).


 


 


Yes or No:


 



  • Career Pathway:


 




  • Portable- A credential is considered portable when it is recognized and accepted as verifying the qualifications of an individuals in other settings-either in other geographic areas, educational institutions, or by industries/employing companies. (Recognized in other geographical areas; by other educational institutions; or by other industries/companies).


 


Yes or No:


 




  • Accredited: The goal of accreditation of an educational program is to ensure that the education provided by institutions of higher education meets acceptable levels of quality. The U.S. Department of Education webpage, accreditation in the United States provides lists of regional and national accrediting agencies recognized by the Secretary of Education as reliable authorities conserving the quality of education or training offered by the institutions of higher education or higher education programs they accredit. (This is referring to the course being accredited, not the test or school).


 


 


Yes or No:


 


Accrediting Agency and link to website:


 


Credential Attainment Rate: 46% 


 

Details

Program Length (Weeks)

14

Hours

600

Entrance Requirements

None

School

Academy of Nail Technology/It Takes Two LLC

WIOA Approved Program

Yes

Curriculum Competency Based

Yes, to pass the State Board of Cosmetology Exam

Training Location(s)

3553 W. Northern, Phoenix, AZ 85051

Local WIB

5 - ARIZONA@WORK - City of Phoenix

Type of Attainment:

Certificate of Completion

Name of Credential

Manicurist License (issued by the State) and a Certificate of Completion/Graduation (issued by the school.)

Type of financial aid offered or have access to

None

Refund Policy

Time Attended Tuition Due 
20-50 hours       20%
51-99 hours       30%
100-150 hours   40%
151-200 hours   60%
201-299 hours   80%
300 + hours       100%

 

Link to school catalog: https://www.academyofnails.net/_files/ugd/fe644c_5e7c9443bb9247daab1d45482da842cc.pdf 

Is the proposed curriculum currently certified by an accrediting agency or similar national standardization program?

Yes - Arizona State Board of Cosmetology

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for women?

No

Is this proposed curriculum considered a nontraditional program of training services for men?

No

Cost Items

Testing/Exam Fees

$177.00 The school will pay an exam fee of $177 at completion of program to PCSHQ (National Interstate Council) the test administrator during application for exam .

In-State Tuition

$5,510.00 Tuition, Only

Other Fees

$63.00 The schoolwill pay a License Fee of $63 to the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology for issue of License which is issued after successful passing of the required exams.

Registration Fee

$250.00 One-time fee

Supplies/Materials/Hand Tools (not included in tuition)

$995.00 Books , materials and supplies required for the completion of the course and clinical work . A computer is required for online / alternative learning but is the responsibility of the student.

Total In-State Program Cost

$6,995.00

Demand Occupation(s)

39-5092.00Manicurists and Pedicurists
$16.83 per hour
Required Certification: License with Arizona state Bd. of Cosemtology

Provider Status

Approved

Address

3553 W. Northern Ave, Phoenix, Arizona 85051

Phone Number

(602) 995-5666

Web Address

http://Academyofnails.net

Last Updated

Aug 30, 2024

Created

Feb 16, 2012

Renewal

Aug 28, 2025

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