Nail Technology

Nail Technician School in Manhattan, KS

While sometimes referred to as manicurists and pedicurists, nail technicians do much more than these services. These beauty professionals use many techniques to enhance nails. If you want comprehensive training in nail care and sanitation, as well as knowledge of related spa treatments, consider a nail technology program.  

A career as a nail technician is one of the exciting and rewarding paths in the beauty industry, especially for those with a creative spark. Imagine helping your clients feel confident and fabulous with beautifully polished and pampered nails. You’ll learn the art of transforming nails with acrylics, trendy shapes, and intricate nail art that reflects your unique style. Plus, you’ll learn soothing massage techniques that turn every appointment into a relaxing, feel-good experience. This career isn’t just about nails—it’s about creativity, connection, and helping people leave with a smile and stunning nails they can’t wait to show off!

Nail techs understand that, to achieve success, they must always prioritize safety for themselves and their clients. In our nail technology program, you’ll learn how to use safety equipment and how to maintain a sanitary work environment. Our program also goes over state laws to ensure you stay compliant. This knowledge is especially important for nail techs who plan to open their own businesses.

Where do you begin? At Bellus Academy, our Nail Technology program at our Manhattan, KS, campus provides extensive training to prepare you for a career as a nail tech. Led by dedicated, licensed instructors, the program combines in-depth technical training with real-world experience in a supervised student salon and spa.

Nail Technology

350 Hour – Manhattan, KS Only

The Nail Technology program in Manhattan, KS, teaches a comprehensive foundation in nail care and salon operations with 350 hours of training. Through Scientific Concepts, students learn about sanitation, product chemistry, nail and skin structures, and the anatomy of muscles and nerves, emphasizing safety and health. In Manicuring Skills, students learn techniques such as manicures, pedicures, massage, and polish application, while addressing special procedures and sanitation standards. The Artificial Nails module focuses on sculpturing, gels, tips, wraps, and repairs with an emphasis on precision and hygiene. Business Practices cover salon management, client records, and retail product sales, while State Law ensures compliance with regulations. In the supervised Student Salon and Spa, students gain experience working with real clients to enhance their client-facing skills while practicing their techniques.  This program provides the education needed for a successful career in nail technology.

Why Choose Bellus Academy?

For success as a nail tech, you want a program that exposes you to the many techniques clients demand and hands-on training to help you perfect them in a spa and salon setting. Bellus Academy offers both. You learn from licensed instructors who care about seeing their students realize their career goals.

Students at Bellus Academy access the resources they need to excel in the Nail Technology program. Upon enrollment, you’ll get a student equipment kit with tools for practicing nail care techniques. You also receive an iPad to access workbooks and other materials on the digital platform.

As an aspiring nail tech, you want to learn industry trends to stay current, but you also want the foundational technical and customer service skills that every beauty professional needs. The Nail Technology program at Bellus Academy offers extensive training to cover these areas and more, helping set you up for a rewarding nail tech career.

Choose the Nail Technology Program at Bellus Academy

Bellus Academy supports students with more than just in-depth and hands-on training. Outside the classroom, you can access career services to help prepare you for your next step. Prepare for interviews and the state board exam, perfect your resume, and gain assistance with the job search. Bellus Academy is also committed to making programs like Nail Technology more accessible with a financial aid department to help qualifying students find ways to pay for their education.

With training in the Nail Technology program at our Manhattan, KS, campus, you will have the confidence to pursue numerous opportunities and the skills to be competitive in the industry. If you’re interested in this rewarding career, contact us today at 888-990-7094 to learn more about our Nail Technology program and how it can help you take your next step. Apply now.