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Nail Care Technician Training Programs in South Carolina

South Carolina Nail Care Schools

Complete the nail care course search application and find an accredited cosmetology school or beauty college in South Carolina with nail care technician classes. To work as a licensed nail technician in South Carolina, you must pass your state board exam. Get training for South Carolina's cosmetology licensing exam and start your career as a nail care professional.

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State of South Carolina Nail Care Requirements

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Nail Care Schools in South Carolina

Academy of Hair Technology

3715 E North St Ste F, Greenville, SC 29615

Aiken School of Cosmetology

225 Richland Ave East, Aiken, SC 29801

Charleston Cosmetology Institute

8484 Dorchester Road, Charleston, SC 29420

Jolei's Hair Institute

203 E. Main Street, Olanta, SC 29114

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology

2443 West Lucas Street, Florence, SC 29501

Kenneth Shuler School of Cosmetology and Nails

449 Saint Andrews Rd, Columbia, SC 29210

Paul Mitchell Schools

700 Gervais Street Suite D, Columbia, SC 29201

South Carolina Technical College

2050 Highway 501 East, Conway, SC 29526

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State of South Carolina, Nail Care Certification Requirements

You must be 16 years old with a 10th grade education or equivalent.

To become a cosmetology instructor, you must have your high school diploma or GED. You need to pass the written and practical exams, hold a license and have been in practice for 2 years. You'll need to have completed a 750 hour teacher training program, and completed a board approved 45 hour method of teaching program.

License renewal is by March 10th, every 2 years. There is a $52 fee.

To practice in South Carolina if you're from another state means you'll need a valid license that's in good standing from your home state, and you must have passed the national exam.

Cosmetologists need to complete 12 CEUs every 2 years.

Instructors need to complete 24 CEUs every 2 years.

Educational requirements for South Carolina:

Cosmetology – 1500 hours
Nail Technology – 300 hours
Esthetics – 450 hours
Hair Braiding – 1-day course (6 hours)
Instructor – If person has been licensed and practicing for MORE THAN two years, then he/she must take a 45 Hour Methods of Teaching Course. If a person has been licensed and practicing for LESS THAN two years, then he/she must take a 750 Hour Instructor Training Program as well as a 45 Hour Methods of Teaching Course.