Study the art of manicuring at Don Roberts School of Hair Design!
If you have a passion for helping guests relax or create stunning nail art, you could be a good fit as a manicurist. As part of our nail tech program, you can expect to learn how to become a successful nail technician. You can learn how to provide guests with cosmetic services using skills such as cleansing, massage, pedicure, spa manicure and pedicure, and artificial nails. Advanced studies may include, but not be limited to, no chip polishing, airbrushing, art design, reflexology, and feet mapping.
As part of your future as a licensed manicurist, you can choose from a variety of careers. Indiana offers self-employment with the newly licensed mobile salon opportunity! Manicuring or nail tech employment opportunities can be found in salons, spas, day spas, hotels, cruise ships, and resorts. For those that continue to learn, employment can be found in education, demonstration, and platform work.
With our nail tech school, you can learn with our strong, well-established curriculum that has produced many successful graduates. If you want to jump-start your career now, our manicuring program is the shortest program we offer, making it possible to become licensed in as little as 8 months. You can feel confident that you are ready to apply for licensure, as our licensing rate is 100% in the state of Indiana.
Our talented students are as passionate about nail tech as we are. We carefully review applicants to look for students who enjoy working with details and have strong attention to art and technical skills. As a successful graduate, you can have the necessary skills to work well on your own. You could also manage your own time, have detailed eye and hand coordination skills, and can work with others or on a team.
Your future as a manicurist can start with us. Contact us today to find out more about scheduling your tour and how to get started. We can’t wait to get to know you!
Effective July 1, 2024, we will offer evening classes for the manicuring program in addition to our day classes. This is a perfect opportunity for those interested in the nail industry, wanting to complete their education in 6 months or less, and wanting to work in a salon/spa or even open their own business.
A manicuring license offers the professional both primary and secondary sources of income. The program requires 450 hours of training, 405 hours at the campus, and 45 hours of job shadowing in a licensed salon/spa.
Qualified graduates from this program are eligible to sit for their licensing exam before graduation. Mobile salon licenses give the licensed professional vast and varied employment opportunities. Licensed manicurists are in high demand, and many are employed before graduation.
Evening classes are held Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday, from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm and Saturday from 9:00 am to 3:30 pm, with a maximum nine-month completion term. Schedule your Discovery Day to determine applicable start date availability and educational charges for evening classes.
If you are a licensed esthetician and have an interest in manicuring; we offer crossover study/hours to those that qualify. Please contact us for detailed information.
The state of Indiana requires 450 hours for licensure. At Don Roberts School of Hair Design, our manicuring program is 600 hours/450 hours, so you can learn more than just the basics. We prepare our students with a curriculum that includes manicuring and spa procedures. You can be prepared to work in various environments with a strong understanding of more than just nails.
There is no charge for DR alumni employment referrals. Employment with a license can be yours within 30 days of graduation.
Class starts are program dependent. Book your Discovery Day with Us to Learn More.
A diploma is issued at graduation.
Application can be submitted immediately upon graduation. A license is obtained and maintained through the State of Indiana.
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