Nail Technician Schools in Washington

Train at Nail Schools in Washington

If you love being around people, have a passion for fashion and beauty, and have a enjoy being creative, studying nail technology at one of the nail technician schools in Washington might be the right career choice for you. Manicurists focus on fingernails and toenails primarily, giving manicures and pedicures and helping clients care for cuticles and nailbeds. As a nail tech, you must have a flair for people and enjoy meeting new clients. You must also be a clean, hygienic and organized person as keeping a sanitary work environment is an absolute must in this profession. A good sense of business and marketing can also help you establish a good client base and consistently attract new clients to your business, as well as keep customers coming back and referring their friends and family.

Washington Nail Training Requirements

The Evergreen State of Washington can be a great location to begin a career as a manicurist. To become licensed as a nail tech in Washington, you must be at least 17 years old to enroll in nail tech school. The Washington State Department of Licensing then requires students complete at least 600 hours of education at an approved school, or 800 hours as an apprentice to an approved, licensed manicurist. Students then must pass the state-approved written and practical exams to receive their initial manicurist license.

WA Nail Technician Salary & Job Opportunities

Washington State has the 5th highest employment for manicurists among all states in the nation, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. The statewide annual average manicurist salary in Washington is $25,200 before tips. More experienced manicurists, or those with special skills such as the creation of original nail art designs might make significantly more. In addition working at spas, department stores and salons, licensed manicurists in Washington can work at their own home salon or run a mobile nail boutique salon in this state.

Choose a few nail schools from the list below to consider your options. You'll want to ask the admissions representatives about scheduling options, tuition and financial aid, how the program breaks down, school policies, and more to ensure you're choosing the right nail technician training program for you.