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Nail and Waxing Technician

A cosmetology student wearing gloves applies nail care treatment to another student’s hand during a hands-on manicure lesson in an adult education classroom.

Adult Education CTE | Nail and Waxing Technician courses in Long Island

  • In-Person
Nail and Wax Technician Certificate Program

This course is for students interested in launching a career in the nail and hair removal specialties of the beauty industry. You will learn natural nail care, safety and sanitation, bacteriology and infection control, manicures, pedicures, artificial nail enhancement techniques, hard and soft UV gels and acrylics, nail art, color theory, and design. This course also covers anatomy and physiology of arms, hands, legs, and feet, proper hair removal procedures, and tweezing and waxing of the face and body. You will receive a certificate of completion for 325 hours, which is required to sit for the practical and written New York State Department of Licensing exams (250 hours for nail specialty and 75 hours for waxing specialty), and have the opportunity to become dually licensed.

Tuition: $2,995

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Adult Career and Technical Education

Adult Education Office
adultreg@nasboces.org
(516) 622-6950

BOCES employees, retirees, alumnus of GC Tech or Barry Tech, ask about a discount for our programs.

Interested in the Adult Education CTE Programs?

To learn more about enrollment, scheduling, or program details, please get in touch with the Adult Education Office directly:

Phone: (516) 622-6954
Email: adulted@nassauboces.org

Our staff will be happy to assist you.