Nail Studio
Learn the Essential Skills and Techniques to Start Your Nail Art Career
The Nail Studio program at NIC blends creativity and technical expertise to launch your nail career.
Through guided hands-on training, students learn essential manicure and pedicure techniques, master nail art, and gain real-world experience working with clients.
Practical application, professional ethics, and safety practices ensure graduates leave ready to thrive in salons, spas, or their own business ventures.
Program Overview
NIC’s Nail Studio program focuses on turning your nail skills into a profession.
Students learn core techniques such as nail shaping, cuticle care, exfoliation, hand/arm/foot/leg massage, and flawless polish application using professional tools like nippers, e-files, and lamps.
The curriculum emphasizes nail artistry, with students creating designs using gold leaf, gemstones, pigments, and gels. Hands-on training at NIC Spa allows students to practice on real clients, gaining confidence and professional experience.
Expert instructors actively working in the nail industry provide feedback and mentorship, ensuring students are well-prepared for careers in nail care. The program also incorporates client consultation and business awareness to give graduates a strong professional foundation.
Key Outcomes
Gain professional nail skills
Students master manicures, pedicures, and nail artistry, building the foundation to succeed in salons or spas.
Hands-on experience with real clients
NIC Spa provides a professional environment where students practice skills on real clients under expert guidance.
From fundamentals to advanced techniques
Training covers nail anatomy, disorders, tool use, and advanced nail art for diverse styles and techniques.
Be ready to work or start your business
Students learn consultation, safety, and ethics practices, plus foundational business knowledge, preparing them for immediate employment or entrepreneurship.
Program Information
Program Costs
Application Fee
Domestic/International: $250.00
Tuition Fee
Domestic/International: $2,590.00
Included in tuition fees: Use of school-provided supplies during in-class practical training, including Acetone, Alcohol, Cotton, and Hand Cream / Lotion.
Not included in tuition fees: Nail kit is not included. Students may purchase a Nail Kit from NIC Spa for $1,695 (taxes included). A list of required items is shared with students prior to the program start date.
All products, kits, and supplies are subject to change without prior notice at the company’s discretion.
Program Hours & Length
Program Hours: 200
Weeks: 25
Start Dates
2026
January
March
June
September
November
Career Outcomes
• Nail technician at a Spa or Nail Salon
Admission Requirements
- Applicants must be at least 19 years of age or hold a High School diploma.
- Submit a completed Student Application Form and Admissions Questionnaire (available in paper or online formats).
Language Proficiency Requirements
Please check the Language Proficiency Requirements on our How to Apply Page
Curriculum
MANICURES • PEDICURES • NAIL ART • GEL & ACRYLIC • TOOLS • CLIENT CONSULTATION • SAFETY & SANITATION • CREATIVE DESIGN • BUSINESS
NIC’s Nail Studio program provides a practical and creative learning experience.
Students start with nail anatomy, tool use, and sanitation, progressing to advanced nail care techniques and artistry. Hands-on practice at NIC Spa ensures students gain confidence in delivering services, while instructors provide mentorship and feedback to reinforce skills.
The program also integrates professional ethics, client consultation, and business awareness, preparing graduates for successful careers in the nail industry.
This program has been approved by the Private Training Institutions Regulatory Unit (PTIRU) of the Ministry of Post-Secondary Education & Future Skills.
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Start Your Application
Begin your journey in manicure, pedicure, and nail artistry with professional training. Learn hands-on, build your skills, and prepare for a successful career in the nail industry.
Apply now and start your NIC story.