Nail Technology
Level: Professional Certification
Duration: 3 Months
Faculty: School of Cosmetology
Department: N/A
Branch:
Fees: 35,000 KES Entire Course
Examining Body: NITA
Modes: Blended (Online + In Class)
Ideal For: High School Leaver Undergraduate Student Postgraduate Student Working Professional Career Switcher Adult Learner Skills Upgrade Educator or Teacher Government Staff General Public
Campuses: Main Campus
About This Course
Kenya's beauty sector hires technicians who can deliver safe, stylish nail services on day one. This course builds commercial nail skills for salon employment or your own chair.
Skills the market pays for
Clients pay for finish, hygiene, and speed. You learn techniques salons actually use — shaping, gel systems, repair, and consultation — so you can earn from the market immediately after certification.
Salons, spas, and mobile beauty businesses continuously recruit nail technicians — especially those with certified training.
In-demand skills you will apply
- Manicure and pedicure services
- Gel and extension application
- Salon hygiene and client consultation
- Retail and upselling basics
Who should enroll
- Job seekers and career changers
- Working professionals upskilling
- Entrepreneurs building service businesses
What you will be able to do
- Perform professional nail services to industry standard
- Maintain infection control in client settings
- Consult clients on care and product choices
- Prepare for NITA assessment and salon employment
Entry Requirements
OPEN
Admission Requirements
A copy of KCSE certificate / result slip
2 colored passports
A copy of national ID / passport
1 ream of papers
1 spring file
Course Structure
Practical coverage
- Nail anatomy and salon safety
- Manicure and pedicure techniques
- Gel and extension systems
- Nail art and finishing
- Client care and salon operations
- NITA assessment preparation