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Our Nail Tech Program

Beautifying Nails Is Big Business

Beauty Business employers are seeking Nail Tech licensed professionals in Washington State and it continues to boom. If you are artistically inclined and enjoy building client relationships, our Manicurist program could lead to a stable and satisfying career. Here’s more good news: It’s one of our shortest programs with most students graduating in about 5 months.

Do what you love. Do it quickly. Let us show you how.

Manicurist, Nail Tech, Nail Technician, Nail Technology terminology are utilized interchangeably, but represent the same program.

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Real Stories. Real Change.

Bekah S.

The educators will go above and beyond for you while teaching you the years of knowledge they have acquired.

- Bekah S. read full testimonial

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Watch and experience the journey of becoming a nail tech as our nail student candidly shares emotions and observations, offering real insight into our beauty school.

What You’ll Learn

First, you’ll learn how create a safe, clean environment as well as understand manicure and pedicure basics. Next, you’ll unleash your creativity and gain more confidence as you create your own signature nail art, 3-D designs, and unique nail sculptures. At EBC, you may gain valuable experience working with real clients in our campus Salons and Spas. Finally, we’ll help prepare you to take your Nail Technician license exam and provide practical instruction on how to get your first job as a Nail Tech.

Course Outline

PHASE I

  • Safety & First Aid
  • Anatomy
  • Chemistry
  • Infection Control
  • Nail & Skin Physiology
  • Signature Spa Manicures / Pedicures
  • Professional Ethics / Personal Development
  • Effective Communication
  • Human Relations

Phase II

  • Client Consultation
  • Nail Art
  • Nail Wraps
  • Acrylics
  • Paraffin
  • Artificial Nail Preparation
  • Nail Tip Application
  • Gels & Soak Offs Gels
  • Advance Technical Skills

Phase III

  • Externship
  • State Board Prep
  • Portfolio
  • Resume & Cover Letter
  • Licensing Requirements
  • Retail & Rebooking
  • Starting / Operating a Business

Admission Requirements for Nail School

All applicants for admissions must:

  • Be above the age of compulsory education in the state of Washington (16 Years Old).
  • Present proof of High School Diploma, its equivalent (or higher), a transcript showing high school completion, or a certificate of attainment.  The school does not admit ‘Ability to Benefit’ students.
  • Provide a copy of a valid state or federal issued photo ID.
  • Apply, be interviewed and accepted for the chosen program.

In addition to meeting the above Admissions and Enrollment Requirements, prior to starting classes, students must:

  • Submit a Registration Fee to the College.

Why Choose Evergreen?

Comprehensive Curriculum

Every program at EBC is designed to provide students with the techniques and skills they need to enter the beauty industry with confidence. You’ll be taught by educational leaders and learn on equipment used in spas & medical offices today. Read More

Business Training

There is a business side to the beauty industry that many schools overlook. Not us. Our Business program will teach you foundational business principles that will help you grow your clientele or open your own salon. Read More

Hands-On & Practical Training

The best way to grow your skills is by doing. At EBC, we supplement our classroom learning with opportunities for hands-on training. Our campuses have salons and spas where students work with paying customers.

Award Winning School

EBC is an accredited school that has been awarded for its excellence. A few of those include the Nuts & Bolts School of the Year, Excellence in Education by Modern Salon Magazine, and Seattle Business Magazine’s Family Business of the Year. Read More

Points of Difference

Not all beauty colleges are created equal. EBC is an accredited beauty college. That means we meet strict educational standards and maintains minimum student outcomes including completion, licensure, and employment of graduates. It also means that our students are eligible to apply for financial aid while those attending non-accredited schools are not.

Every program at EBC is designed to provide students with the techniques and skills they need to enter the beauty industry with confidence. You’ll be taught by educational leaders and learn on equipment used in salons today. Click here to download an ebook to see what you may learn.

There is a business side to the beauty industry that many schools overlook. Not us. Our Business program will teach you foundational business principles that will help you grow your clientele or open your own salon. Read more here to take a deeper look of our business training program.

The best way to grow your skills is by doing. At EBC, we supplement our classroom learning with opportunities for hands-on training. Our campuses have salons and spas where students work with paying customers.

EBC is an accredited school that has been awarded for its excellence. A few of those include the Nuts & Bolts Business Training School of the Year, Excellence in Education by Modern Salon Magazine, and Seattle Business Magazine’s Family Business of the Year. Click here to see our awards and accolades.

Fully Accredited

Not all beauty colleges are created equal. EBC is an accredited beauty college. That means we meet strict educational standards and maintains minimum student outcomes including completion, licensure, and employment of graduates. It also means that our students are eligible to apply for financial aid while those attending non-accredited schools are not.

Comprehensive Curriculum

Every program at EBC is designed to provide students with the techniques and skills they need to enter the beauty industry with confidence. You’ll be taught by educational leaders and learn on equipment used in salons today. Click here to download an ebook to see what you may learn.

Business Training

There is a business side to the beauty industry that many schools overlook. Not us. Our Business program will teach you foundational business principles that will help you grow your clientele or open your own salon. Read more here to take a deeper look of our business training program.

Hands-On & Practical Training

The best way to grow your skills is by doing. At EBC, we supplement our classroom learning with opportunities for hands-on training. Our campuses have salons and spas where students work with paying customers.

Award Winning School

EBC is an accredited school that has been awarded for its excellence. A few of those include the Nuts & Bolts Business Training School of the Year, Excellence in Education by Modern Salon Magazine, and Seattle Business Magazine’s Family Business of the Year. Click here to see our awards and accolades.

What Our Students Are Saying

  • Bekah S.

    The educators will go above and beyond for you while teaching you the years of knowledge they have acquired.

    - Bekah S. read full testimonial
  • brianna gutierrez

    I cannot explain how glad I was to choose Evergreen Beauty College. They have always been there for me, always supporting me. They showed me the way to be a great artist.

    - Brianna G. read full testimonial
  • Amanda J icon

    Evergreen truly cares about me. The educators shaped me into the professional and the woman I am today and I’m forever going to be in their debt.

    - Amanda J. read full testimonial

Career Possibilities

Your career possibilities include:

Nail Technician | Salon or Spa Owner | Educator/Instructor | Sales Representative

Reach For Your Dreams: A Career In Manicurist

You’re standing at the crossroad between where you are and where you’d like to be. Our encouragement to you is this: Reach for the person you’d like to become. Your dreams may seem far away today, but time will pass quickly. You’ll learn new skills. You’ll make new friends. You’ll discover new confidence. And in just 5 short months, your new career as a Nail Technician can be a reality.

It won’t be easy. It will take hard work and discipline. But we believe in you. And we’ll be right there as you become even more than you ever thought possible.

Your career as a Nail Technician is closer than you think. It can all begin with just one click:

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Our Locations

Evergreen Beauty College has seven locations. Each campus has a supportive family atmosphere and is staffed with educators who love seeing students grow and succeed. See the location nearest you to explore the programs offered.

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Bellingham Campus

1414 Cornwall Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

Salon/Spa: (360) 389-5213
Admissions: (425) 336-5120
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Mount Vernon Campus

509 S 1st St Mount Vernon, WA 98273

Salon/Spa: (360) 755-6446
Admissions: (425) 336-5120
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Everett Campus

802 SE Everett Mall Way (Suite A) Everett, WA 98208

Salon/Spa: (425) 423-9186
Admissions: (425) 336-5120
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North Seattle Campus

18336 Aurora Ave North #103 Shoreline, WA 98133

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Renton Campus

1222 Bronson Way North Renton, WA 98057

Salon/Spa: (425) 243-3272
Admissions: (425) 336-5120
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Evergreen Beauty College Olympia

Olympia Campus

2703 Capital Mall Dr SW,
Olympia, WA 98502

Salon/Spa *Not available until June: (425) 336-5120
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Yakima Campus

401 North First Street Yakima, WA 98901

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