<p>This program leads to a Red Seal certification. Visit our <a href="/go/plan/trades">Trades page</a>.</p>

The Nail Technology certificate provides learning in the latest advanced hand, foot, and nail treatments including tips, overlays, sculptured, gel, and acrylics. With practical training in a fully equipped public and training spa students will gain work experience and opportunities to practice knowledge and skills learned. 

Nail Technology Certificate

Vancouver Community College

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1. High school graduation or equivalent
2. English 10 or Academic IELTS (5.5) no brand less than 5.0 or TOEFL iBT (68) or [equivalent](https://www.vcc.ca/applying/registration-services/english-language-proficiency-requirements/general-information/)

Academic Admission Requirement

1. You may be given credit for ESTH 1501 Nail Foundations and inserted directly into ESTH 1502 Artificial Nails if:

    - You have successfully completed VCC's Esthetics and Spa Therapy Certificate or equivalent
    - You provide proof of graduation (certificate or transcript) within the last five years to the department in order to grant permission to register

2. Applicants who do not meet the program admission requirements may be admitted based on an interview with the Department leader or representative.
Candidates considering this program are most likely to be 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

3. This program is available to Canadian citizens and permanent residents. Applicants must be 16 years of age or older or a graduate of a secondary school.
4. Applicants who self-identify as Indigenous are strongly encourages to connect with VCC's Indigenous Education and Community Engagement team to learn more about VCC's Indigenous Enrolment policy and services.
5. If you are missing any prerequisites, VCC offers academic upgrading, English as a Second Language courses, and university transfer options. Applicants must submit official transcripts and other documents as required by their course or program.

Admission Advice

Applications should be submitted as early as possible. Qualified applicants are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
 
This program is available to domestic applicants only.

When you are ready to apply, use our [pre-application checklist](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/go/resources) to make sure you have everything you need, and visit our [How-to guides page](https://www.educationplannerbc.ca/help) for more information.

Vancouver Community College

Nail Technology Certificate

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