How to Become a Nail Tech

Within the world of beauty,  Nail techs often work in a nail salon, nail studios, or spa, but there are a host of other places they can work as well. Nail technicians are able to perform a variety of nail care, nail art, and design services. Beyond nail skills, techs also have knowledge about chemicals and products, safety and sanitation, customer service, and sales.

Tuition for the Advanced Manicurists Program at Aveda Fredric's Institute is offered at no additional cost to graduates of our advanced esthetics program in good standing from the Aveda Fredric’s Institute in most of our locations. Manicuring is included in our cosmetology program and no additional classes are needed for graduates of that program.

Get ready to express your creativity with an award-winning cosmetology program at Aveda Institutes.

Contact a representative at Aveda Institute today to learn how to kick start your future in the beauty industry. 


 

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60 Nurtur Aveda Institute Students Selected for the 2026 PBA Beacon Program

This year, 60 Nurtur Aveda Institute students were selected to participate in the Professional Beauty Association’s 2026 Beacon Student Program. With this year’s class, 436 of our students have been selected for Beacon since 2005. The PBA Beacon program gives beauty school...

Nurtur Aveda Institute Columbus Student Derek Robinson Named 2026 NAHA Student Hairstylist of the Year

Derek Robinson has officially earned one of the highest honors a cosmetology student can achieve. The Nurtur Aveda Institute Columbus student has been named the 2026 Student Hairstylist of the Year at the Professional Beauty Association’s North American Hairstyling Awards...

Nurtur Aveda Institutes Student Jaleiah McNeil Named Finalist in National Intercoiffure Competition

We’re excited to celebrate Jaleiah McNeil, a Nurtur Aveda Institutes student who has been named one of just five finalists in the 2026 Intercoiffure America Canada Student Contest! Presented by Intercoiffure America Canada (ICA) in partnership with Pivot Point International, the...

Chlorine Recovery: How to Save Your Hair from Pool Water

Summer pool days can wreck your hair. Learn the ultimate chlorine recovery routine to protect, detox, and repair pool-damaged hair using botanical care. There is nothing quite like a refreshing dip in the pool on a hot day. But while your mind and body love a good swim, your hair absolutely...

Brilliant Future Scholarship

We're excited to announce our annual Brilliant Future Scholarship. This is an opportunity for 2026 graduating high school seniors who start in our July or August 2026 classes to be awarded a scholarship toward their education! GUIDELINES AND RULES To qualify for the...

How to Pass the Ohio State Board Exam: 5 Pro Tips

Passing the Ohio State Board of Cosmetology exam is the final hurdle between you and your dream career. Whether you’re pursuing cosmetology, esthetics, or nail technology, the pressure is real, but so is your potential. At Aveda Institute, we don’t just teach you the craft; we...

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