Pedicures Q&A: How to go about becoming a professional nail technician?

Question by ewa a: How to go about becoming a professional nail technician?
Hiya I’m thinking of becoming a nail technician and found loads of courses in london, but i just need to know which one is the best and what to look out for. i would like to do the full works- manicure pedicure, gels, acrylics and fiberglass. Most of the courses i looked at only last a few days so i need to know if it’s possible to learn all that in a week? Thank You!!!

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Answer by stacie.will
Becoming a nail technician is a great career to pursue. Women always love getting their nails done and you will have the satisfaction of turning their nails into works of art. Here are my tips and advice for becoming a nail professional.

Go to school

In order to become a nail technician, you must gain the knowledge. Do some research and find a vocational school that offer courses and certificates specifically catered to becoming a nail technician. Once you find the right school, I would highly recommend applying for financial aid.

Go to the Federal Financial Aid website and fill out an application. This will help you pay for classes and learning materials. Also request an application for student grants and loans.

Classes

If you would one day like to open up your own nail salon, it would also be a good idea to take a few business classes. Community colleges will offer a variety of business classes for a low price. You may also want to take a few accounting or math classes, to help you manage your money correctly. Knowledge is power!

License

Once have completed your education, the next step is to get your license. Check your individual state’s board of cosmetology licensing requirements to make sure you qualify. Be prepared to spend hours studying and performing various nail art patterns on fingernails and toes before trying to become a professional. Wile working towards obtaining your license, you may want to become an apprentice at an already established nail salon.

Career

Once you have the knowledge and the license, you are now ready to work as a nail technician. I would suggest working at a nail salon that modern and up date on techniques. After successfully working as nail technician, you can branch off and open your own salon. Will need a loan and most likely a business license in order to do that. Once you have open you own salon, give other up and coming apprentices and nail technicians an opportunity, just like someone gave you one.

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