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This article discusses nail technician schools in Massachusetts in the context of the state’s beauty industry and job prospects for nail technicians. A list of nail technician schools offering accredited nail technicians programs in the state is also given.

Introduction

Massachusetts in northeastern United States is considered one of the prominent states of the country historically, economically and culturally. Now a leader in higher education, healthcare and financial services, this state has a big influence on the country’s economic fortunes. The state has a well developed beauty services sector that caters to a huge market of fine tastes. For those looking at vocational careers, beauty services is a good option in the state, considering the salaries on offer and the industry’s consistent growth. As almost two-thirds of the population resides in the Greater Boston area, most of the opportunities exist here.

Nail technician license in Massachusetts

To operate as a nail technician in Massachusetts, a license is required from the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Cosmetologists. The licensing examination comprises both written and practical tests. To apply for a license, the applicant has to have completed a training program of 100 hours (at least) from an accredited school. Reciprocity arrangements do exist with several states by which those holding a valid license are exempt from appearing for the examination. If you need more information on licensing requirements, please contact:

Massachusetts Board of Registration of Cosmetologists

http://www.state.ma.us/reg/boards/hd

239 Causeway St., #500
Boston, Massachusetts 02114

Nail technician schools in Massachusetts

Prospective students have a wide choice of schools offering nail technology programs in Massachusetts. How does one choose an appropriate school in such an environment? First and foremost, the program offered by the school should be accredited by the Board. This will ensure that they readily qualify for applying for nail technician license upon completion of the training. The other factors to consider are placement history, costs, financial assistance, nearness to the applicant’s location and the quality of training, in an appropriate order of preference for the candidate. The objective should be to equip oneself with all the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the occupation while keeping the costs manageable.

The following are the nail technician schools in Massachusetts offering accredited programs as of writing this article. However, students should crosscheck with the schools and ensure that its accreditation is valid for the current year before joining a school.

1. Cosmix International School of Hair and Nail Design
340 Maple Street
Commerce Building, Suite 150
Malborough, MA 01752

2. New England Hair Academy
492-500 Main Street
Malden, MA 02148

3. Brio Academy of Cosmetology (Formerly New England Center for Cosmetology Education)
58 Pleasant Street
Northampton, MA 01060

4. Mansfield Beauty Schools
200 Parkingway Street
Quincy, MA 02169

5. Mafy’s Nails Academy
59 Plymouth St.
Holbrook, MA 02343

6. Henri’s School of Hair Design
276 Water Street
Fitchburg, MA 01420

7. Lowell Academy Hairstyling Institute
136 Central Street
Lowell, MA

8. New England Hair Academy
110 Florence Street, Suite 203
Malden, MA 02148

9. LaBaron Hairdressing Academy
281 Union Street
New Bedford, MA 02740

10. Southeastern Regional High School
250 Foundry Street – South Easton, MA 02375

11. Carmen Elizabeth’s Academy of Nails
668 Straits Turnpike
Middlebury, CT 0676