Nail Technology

Diploma: Certificate

Location: Downtown

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Overview

This program is only open for domestic students(Canadian/Permanent Residents). If you’re interested in as an international students, please visit aaaa.vcc.ca

Tuition	N/A
Credential	Certificate
Length	The Nail Technology Certificate completion pathways are as follows: Full time program is 4 months in length Part time program program is 8 months in length Maximum time for completion is 2 years.
Hours
Delivery	Class-based and Online
Campus	Downtown
Start Dates	Jan, Sep

Admission Requirement

Knowledge of English demonstrated by one of the following:
- English Language Proficiency at a Grade 10 level, or equivalent, or
- Academic IELTS 5.5 overall (no band less than 5.0) or TOEFL iBT 68

Applicants may be given credit for ESTH 1501 Nail Foundations and inserted directly into ESTH 1502 Artificial Nails provided:
- They have successfully completed VCC’s Esthetics and Spa Therapy Certificate or an equivalent Esthetics certificate from an accredited institution; and
- They provide a proof of graduation within the last five (5) years to the department in order to grant permission to register. Proof can be the certificate or a transcript.
Applicants who do not meet the program admission requirements may be admitted based on an interview with the Department leader or representative.

Missing prerequisites? Learn more about VCC's tuition-free academic upgrading or English as a Second Language (ESL) courses, or discover which university transfer options are right for you.

Recommended Characteristics

To be successful in the Nail Technology Certificate it is recommended students possess the following characteristics:

Interest in the spa industry and all aspects of hand, feet, artificial nails and nail art
Genuine interest in administering personal services
Good interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to be creative
Ability to plan and work independently
Good depth perception and ability to perceive line and form
Manual dexterity

Candidates considering this program are likely to be most successful as graduates if they are in good health and are aware that the following health concerns may affect this career:

Asthma/ Respiratory conditions
Eczema/ Dermatitis
Chronic Back conditions

Program Availability

Not currently available.

Courses

Part- or Full-time

Course list is not available at the moment.

This information is intended as a guideline only. Program and course details are subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors.

Fees and Costs

Application fee	$36
Tuition	$5,982	Year 1 - $2,991 Year 2 - $2,991
Student union	$145
College initiative	$55
Materials		not including textbooks
Campus resource	$120
Laundry
Uniform (Deposit)
Medical & Dental		Provided by Student Union
U-Pass	$188	Discounted, unlimited transit pass. Learn more.
Graduation	$45
Total	$6,569

Books & Supplies

Textbooks or other supplies may be required for this program. Visit the VCC Bookstore for more information.
Additional costs:
- Textbooks – Approx. $500
- Student kits – Approx. $5,100 + tax

Open Educational Resources(OER) at VCC

No-cost textbooks are available for this program.

* Fees are approximate and subject to change with the approval of VCC's Board of Governors. Students are required to pay any applicable fee increases. Application and assessment fees are non-refundable. Tuition fees include a non-refundable deposit ($300 or $500, depending on program).

Fees listed are for domestic students. For international programs, visit VCC International.

Any refunds are issued according to VCC's refund policy.

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Application Process

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