Nails Specialty Program

Manicurists and pedicurists clean, shape, and beautify fingernails and toenails.

Introduction:

Manicurists and pedicurists work exclusively on the hands and feet, providing treatments to groom fingernails and toenails. A typical treatment involves soaking the clients’ hands or feet to soften the skin in order to remove dead skin cells. Manicurists and pedicurists apply lotion to the hands and feet to moisturize the skin. They also may shape and apply polish to artificial fingernails. Manicurists and pedicurists use a variety of tools, including nail clippers, nail files, and specialized cuticle tools. They must be focused while they perform their duties, because most of the tools they use are sharp. Keeping their tools clean and sanitary is important.

Career Opportunities:

• Manicurists
• Pedicurists

Employment Outlook:

Employment of manicurists and pedicurists is projected to grow 33% from 2020 to 2030.

Salary:

The average wage for this career in Florida is $13.78 hourly or $28,660 annually.

Completion Requirements:

The entire program is 180 hours. Students can earn a certificate at the completion of the following Occupational Completion Points (OCPs):

OCP	COURSE	HOURS
OCP A	Manicurist and Pedicurist:	180 Hours
		Total Hours: 180

Location & Course’s Schedule:

Nail Specialty is available at the following school (s):

LOCATION	COURSE'S SCHEDULE
The English Center	Monday - Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. Monday - Thursday from 3:45 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Saturday - Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College	Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 1:40 p.m.
Robert Morgan Educational Center & Technical College	Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 4:45 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.
South Dade Technical College	Monday - Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Contact Information at the Location:

Additional information can be provided by student services:

LOCATION	COUNSELOR / REGISTRAR	PHONE NUMBER
The English Center (305) 445-7731	Cecilia Castillo Juan R. Gonzalez	Ext. 2708 Ext. 2708
Lindsey Hopkins Technical College (305) 324-6070	Patricia Estiverne Sandra Hawkins Jacques Lucien Rose Jasmin	Ext. 7089 Ext. 7129 Ext. 7039
Robert Morgan Educational Center & Technical College (305) 253-9920	Mirtha Silverang Maria Ruiz Kathy Pearson Irene Montoto	Ext. 2145 Ext. 2147 Ext. 2159 Ext. 2150
South Dade Technical College (305) 247-7839	Oscar de Leon	Ext. 2111

 

Source

• Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, Manicurists and Pedicurists,
  on the Internet at https://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/manicurists-and-pedicurists.htm.