Indianapolis Manicurist Program

Manicuring Program

450 hours | 13 weeks

The Manicuring Program is not currently offered at this location. Check back for updates!

The Manicuring Program is offered at no additional charge, with exception of student kit/books, only to graduates in good standing from the Nurtur Aveda Institute Esthetics Program in Indianapolis. Prepare for an exciting future in nails with Nurtur Aveda Institute. Our program provides nail training with an emphasis on using pure flower and plant essences. Upon completion you will be ready to take the Indiana state licensing exam.

Great Stories Start at Aveda Institutes

Jake Ivins

Cosmetology Educator at Aveda Institute

Chapel Hill, NC

It’s about the students & watching them grow. That’s where my satisfaction & fulfillment comes from.

Jake Ivins

Educator, Aveda Institute Chapel Hill

Chapel Hill, NC

Any opportunity I have to make someone else feel good, you know, my cup overflows. I just love helping people just to feel and look their best.

Marie Pannell-Biggs

Educator at Aveda Institute

Columbus, OH

I was working at a beautiful salon where I met someone that invited me to do New York Fashion Week

Savina N. Woods

Owner/Creator, Porcelain Doll Beauty

Charlotte, NC

I started Porcelain Dolls Beauty, which is a custom wig line. I have my own hair extension line as well, but my brand mostly focuses on women with hair loss issues, like alopecia, hair loss from chemo, and things of that nature.

Natasha Perkins

Salon Development Partner at Aveda

Indianapolis, IN

I’ve always wanted to be a hairstylist.

Aubrey Cole

Marketing Team Lead at Nurtur Aveda Institutes

Loveland, OH

When I toured the Aveda Institute I felt this energy in my soul that said this is the environment I want to be in.

Becca Goodson

Education Manager

Aveda Institute Chapel Hill

I don't want to be anywhere near the mold. I just want to be me and I want to help other people be themselves.

Dottie Green

NAHA 2020 Student Hairstylist of the Year

Columbus, OH

I came in for a tour & immediately was greeted. It felt like home immediately. It was the best decision I could have made for my career.

About Nurtur Aveda Institute

The Nurtur Aveda Institute was founded to create some of the most successful entrepreneurs in hair, skin and nail esthetics, makeup and total body wellness. Our students are educated by accomplished professionals, using innovative curriculums that blend professional techniques with retail and business-building skills.

 

The Nurtur Aveda Institute emphasizes personal well-being as well as environmental responsibility. Using Aveda pure flower and plant essences and plant-based products, we affirm the relationship between personal beauty, wellness and the environment.

The Nurtur Aveda Institutes dedication to Aveda and its network of salons and spas is exemplified by their commitment to educating future professionals at the Nurtur Aveda Institute.

Award winning education

We pride ourselves on providing high quality education to our students. Our Institutes and students have been honored by Modern Salon Magazine, the North American Hairstyling Awards, the Professional Beauty Association and more!

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  • 13 Scheduled Weeks | 450 Hours

  • 450 Hours | 13 Scheduled Weeks. Upon completion, you will be ready to take the Indiana Licensing Exam.

  • 13 Scheduled Weeks | 450 Hours will enable you to be ready to take the Indiana Licensing Exam.

  • Tuition for the Manicurists Program at Nurtur Aveda Institute-Indianapolis is offered at no additional cost to graduates of our esthetics program in good standing from the Nurtur Aveda Institute. Manicuring is included in our cosmetology program and no additional classes are needed for graduates of that program. Cost for Student Kit/Books is estimated at $480.00. (2020-2021)

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