Nail Technician

Locations: Morgantown  |  Duration: 4 Months

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Laurel’s School of Spa & Cosmetology Arts Nail Technician program gives our students comprehensive knowledge and instruction in the understanding of nail care and design.

Skills Development:

Natural Manicuring
Pedicuring
Nail Design And Artistry
Techniques For Nail Enhancements
Nail Extensions

Transform your passion for beauty and creativity into a career with our ‘cutting-edge’ Nail Technician program! Lear to master the latest industry techniques, from flawless acrylics and long-lasting gel extensions to trend-setting 3D nail art and precision sculpting. Our hands-on curriculum puts you directly behind the salon desk, training with professional-grade tools and real clients under instructor guidance. In just a short time, you will build a portfolio, master state sanitation standards, and gain essential business skills to thrive in your new career! Whether you dream of working at top luxury spas or launching your own mobile studio, this program gives you the skills you need to succeed!

This program is not accredited and therefore not eligible for financial aid.

Program Highlights

Laurel Institutes Flexible Schedule

Learn modern techniques for nail extensions, gel application, and nail artistry

Laurel Institutes Certifications

Gain useful experience in our on-site student training clinic

Laurel Institutes Program Duration

Experience 1:1 time with your instructors in our small class sizes

Content Courses

  • Nail Technician Theory
  • Nail Technician Clinic
  • Professional Development in Cosmetology

THIS LIST IS A SAMPLE OF COURSES. TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR COURSE OFFERINGS, FILL OUT THE FORM BELOW.

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Your Career Pathway

Experiential Learning

Absorb knowledge and skills with hands-on learning.

At Laurel, the goal is to provide quality education that leads to career ready graduates. We define Experiential Learning as the process of learning through hands-on experiences giving you direct work-based learning!

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300
HOURS IN SKILLS LAB
Laurel Institutes Program Nail Technician

Internship Experience

Build a bridge from school to work.

Experiencing internships helps you on your career path! Career Services coordinates internships and clinicals as an integral part of each program that provides students with invaluable work experience in their chosen fields.

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500
HOURS VIA INTERNSHIP
Laurel Institutes Program Nail Technician
Laurel Institutes Nail Technician
Laurel Institutes Nail Technician
Laurel Institutes Nail Technician

Premier Employer Partners

Laurel Institutes Employer Partner Nemacolin
Laurel Institutes Employer Partner Tuscan Sun

Occupation Outlook

Laurel encourages all prospective students to fully research employment opportunities when choosing a program of study. Please click the links below to learn more.

O*NET OnLine Occupation Search

The U.S. Department of Labor and the National Center for O*NET Development published a list of “Bright Outlook Occupations*,” which allows individuals to view and research popular, in-demand occupations in a specific field of study. Laurel is dedicated to preparing students and graduates for those “bright” employment and career opportunities and helping our local employers find their perfect candidates. Bright Outlook Occupations are jobs that are expected to grow rapidly in the next several years, are predicted to have a large number of job openings, and include new and emerging occupations in high-growth industries!

Popular Occupations:

CARDIOVASCULAR TECHNOLOGIST

For a full program outline, see our school catalogs

Laurel Graduate Spotlight

SAYDEE WEIMER

GRADUATION: September 2025

PROGRAM OF STUDY: Nail Technician

OCCUPATION: Nail Tech at Ligonier Beauty Lounge


 

Meet the Program Directors

Laurel Institutes Director Sherri Rimel

Sherri Rimel

DIRECTOR OF COSMETOLOGY
(MORGANTOWN & UNIONTOWN)

“The education available through Laurel will teach you various flattering hair trends in cutting, styling, highlighting, nail designs, make-up applications, lash additions, skin care and so much more. Our first responsibility is to our students and making sure they get the education they need.”

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