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Looking for information on nail technician schools in Kansas City, Missouri and nearby areas? This article is intended to help aspiring nail technicians in Kansas City area get a primary idea on this subject. We first look at the beauty services industry in the state of Missouri in general, then discuss the licensure requirements for nail technicians as set out by the authorities and finally look at the training facilities available for nail technology in the area.

Beauty services industry in Missouri

Missouri state had a population of 5,988,927 as per the US Census 2010. The state is a microcosm of the United States in its political, demographic and economic makeup. As per figures published by the Bureau of Economic Analysis in 2006 (the latest available), the state had a per capita personal income of $32,705, ranking it 26th among the states. This indicates that the state has an economy that is average in comparison to the rest of the country. Missouri’s beauty industry can be said to be of modest size, apparently because of its relatively backward economic status. Kansas city being among the largest urban centers of the state has a fairly good presence of salons and spas that offer various beauty services to the residents.

Nail technician licensure requirements in Kansas City

To practise as a nail technician in Kansas city or elsewhere in Missouri state, you need to obtain a license from the Missouri State Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners is required. The Board conducts an examination to evaluate the candidates’ knowledge and skills in nail technology. To be eligible to apply for a license, the Board requires that you complete 400 hours of training in nail technology from an approved school. The license is due for renewal on the 30th of September every odd year.

For renewal of license, there is no continued education requirement as in many other states. If you need additional information on licensure requirements, it can be had from:

Missouri State Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners

http://www.pr.mo.gov/cosbar.asp

3605 Missouri Blvd., PO Box 1062
Jefferson City, Missouri 65102

Nail technician schools

There are two vocational schools offering approved nail technology programs in Kansas City, MO. These are:

1. Paris II Educational Center
6840 North Oak
Gladstone, MO 64118

Paris II offers courses in cosmetology, nail technology and esthetics.

2. House of Heavilin Beauty Colleges
2000 SW State Route 7
Blue Springs, MO 64014

Offers instructor training in addition to programs in addition to cosmetology, nail technology and esthetics.

In conclusion, nail technician schools in Kansas City are limited in number. There however are a few other schools offering nail technician training, elsewhere in Missouri state. If you’re interested in finding out about them, please visit our post on Nail Technician Schools in Missouri.

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