Nail Technology
Overview
Learn the latest in advanced hand, foot, and nail treatments including tips, overlays, sculptured, gel, and acrylics in VCC’s state-of-the-art salon and spa.
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 |
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| Credential | Certificate |
| Length | The Nail Technology Certificate completion pathways are as follows:
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| Delivery | Class-based and Online |
| Campus | Downtown |
| Start Dates | Jan, Sep |
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Job prospectives
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- Dental Technologist / Dental Technician
- Dental Lab Quality Control Specialist
- Dental Materials Sales Representative
- Dental Equipment Technician or Specialist
- CAD / CAM Designer for Dental Restorations
- Dental Laboratory Manager
- Dental Technology Instructor
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
- Asthma/ Respiratory conditions
- Eczema/ Dermatitis
- Chronic Back conditions
Program Availability
Not currently available.
Courses
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 | |
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| 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.
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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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Program information
Program head name
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Phone: 604.871.7000, option 2
Email: studentservice@vcc.ca
For International students
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