How long is nail tech school in Illinois?
According to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, a nail technician license is required to work as a nail tech in Illinois. Only a licensed nail school can offer the 350 hour Nail Tech course. A+ Nail School is licensed by the state of Illinois to offer the nail tech license, license renewals, and more. For more information, see Illinois state requirements.
How much is nail tech school?
$5900 – (INCLUDES BOOK + NAIL KIT + ENROLLMENT FEE $100 + APRES CERTIFICATE + all classes you need below)
At A Plus Nail School, we provide
State required curriculum:
Plus extra classes included in the tuition:
Test Preparation Class & Business Marketing Class for Nail Techs. Check our course page for more information.
Can I live off of being a nail tech?
Yes, many of our students go on to work at leading salons. The average salary for a Nail Technician is around $42,000 per year full-time in Chicago; however, top graduates can go on to make $80,000-$85,000+ per year depending on where they work and how many clients they have.
How is A+ Nail School different?
We are the leading and largest nail school in Chicago. We offer the new trending techniques, Apres certification, business classes, marketing classes in addition to the required state cirriculum. In addition, we regularly hold nail technician events, including demos and opportunities to learn and network with leading nail educators and influencers. Once you are a part of the A+ Community, you will have access to product and class discounts, career day, events, and new products and techniques.
Is nail tech a good side hustle?
Although many of our students pursue becoming a nail technician as a full-time job, it also makes a great side hustle, especially if you’re able to grow your own client list. Being a Nail Technician on the side can provide you with the extra funds you need to pursue your other passions.
What is the schedule? Can I go to classes if I work?
Many of our students either work, have a family to take of, or even attend another school. Our flexible schedule lets you go at your own pace and can come in when you are free. Our theory classes will be online which will be hosted via zoom. Most students complete the courses within 2-4 months.
How can I sign up for class?
Call or text us to schedule a tour and registration
What are the school hours?
We open weekly Mon 10am – 2pm, Tue – Thu 10am – 6pm, Fri 10am – 2pm, Sat 10am – 3pm, Sun Closed. You can come anytime within these hours to finish your 350-hours.
A+ Nail School is the only nail school in the Chicago area that offers Après certification. Après Gel-X is the world’s first soft gel nail extension system and only offered in select locations across the United States.