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Manicurist

If you are interested in becoming a professional manicurist, our one-year certificate program will prepare you for a successful career.

You will receive training in all aspects of nail care, including the application and removal of artificial nails and nail tips, various manicure and pedicure treatments, hand and feet massage techniques. You will also learn to use the modern nail care machines used in today’s salons.

In addition, safety and sanitation measures are stressed throughout the program, and you will prepare you to take the Washington State Examination in manicuring. You will also gain real-world experience in our student-operated salon, Inspirations.

Detailed Information

Physical requirements for the program include normal or corrected vision, able to work with arms at shoulder level for extended periods of time and able to sit for extended periods of time.

What You’ll Learn

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NOTE: All students must recieve a minimum 2.5 GPA in all support courses


Program Courses

NOTE: You must apply and be accepted into the program before taking the following courses

Program Requirements

  • Students must maintain a 2.0 in all professional classes to complete the program and pass exit exams with a minimum score of 2.0 to be prepared to take the Washington State licensing examination of esthetics.   
  • Students must successfully complete all required courses to sit for the Washington State Department of License manicurist exam.

Physical Requirements

  • Normal or corrected vision      
  • Physical dexterity, i.e., small object manipulation      
  • Must be able to work with arms at shoulder level for extended periods of time        
  • Must be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Estimated costs for completing this program

Estimated costs for completing this program
Cost Type WA Resident Non-Resident International
Total Costs $ $ $

Costs for completing a degree or certificate can vary. For more information about costs, visit our How Much Does it Cost? page.

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Pathway Specialist

scc.reg-office@scc.spokane.edu

509-533-8860

Alaynah Hardesty

Workforce Transition Specialist
Alaynah.Hardesty@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-7398

Terri Bise

Manicurist Instructor
Terri.Bise@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-8858

Paula Anselmo

Department Co-Chair
Paula.Anselmo@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-8317

Deanna Eckel

Department Co-Chair
Deanna.Eckel@scc.spokane.edu
509-533-8361

Academic Counseling

counseling@scc.spokane.edu

509-533-7264