Nail Technology | Williamsburg Technical College

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Active ListeningSpeakingSocial PerceptivenessService Orientation

Knowledge

Customer and Personal Service

Abilities

Near VisionArm-Hand SteadinessFinger DexterityOral ExpressionManual DexteritySpeech RecognitionOral ComprehensionSelective AttentionControl PrecisionSpeech Clarity

Tasks

Clean and sanitize tools and work environment.
Apply undercoat and clear or colored polish onto nails with brush.
Maintain supply inventories and records of client services.

Technology

Data base user interface and query softwareCalendar and scheduling softwareCustomer relationship management CRM softwareWeb page creation and editing softwareSpreadsheet software

Tools

Callus shaversCredit card processing machinesCuticle knivesCuticle nippersCuticle pushersCuticle scissorsDry heat sterilizersElectronic cash registersEmery boardsFinger separatorsFinishing nail stonesFoot bathsLaptop computersManicure airbrushesManicure tables

Work Values

RelationshipsSupportIndependenceRecognitionAchievementWorking Conditions

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium39-5092.00	Manicurists and Pedicurists	title_inference	$34,660 median$47,990 top	+7%	1,470

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

Tool and environment sanitation — consistently clean, sanitize, and organize tools and workstations between client appointments with minimal oversight in a busy salon.
Polish and finish application — apply base coats, colored polish, and topcoats smoothly and evenly across full-service appointments using brushes and standard techniques.
Rotary abrasive tool use — operate rotary abrasive wheels to shape and smooth natural nails or artificial extensions safely during routine client sessions.
Cuticle care procedures — prepare cuticles with water and oil, use cuticle knives and nippers reliably across a variety of nail conditions with limited supervision.
Full nail preparation sequence — complete the soak, swab, file, and orange-stick preparation process independently for both manicure and pedicure services.
Service record maintenance — record client service details and update inventory logs accurately using spreadsheet or salon management software after each appointment.
Client communication — explain service options, aftercare advice, and product recommendations clearly and confidently to clients throughout their appointments.
Social perceptiveness — read client comfort levels and adjust service pace or pressure appropriately during hands-on nail care procedures.
Appointment scheduling — manage personal client bookings and reschedules using calendar or CRM software with routine accuracy in a salon context.
Product inventory tracking — monitor supply levels, flag reorder needs, and maintain organized stock areas as part of regular salon responsibilities.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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