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Manicurists and Pedicurists

Also known as: Fingernail Former, Fingernail Sculptor, Fingernail Sculpturer, Fingernail Technician, Manicurist, Nail Artist, Nail Technician, Pedicurist, Salon Manager

Clean and shape customers' fingernails and toenails. May polish or decorate nails.

Education & Training

Percentage of workers at each education and training level

Education Level

Less than High School36%
High School Diploma49%
Some College15%

Prior Experience Needed

Work experience required to enter this job

None34%
1-3 months27%
3-6 months19%
6 months - 1 year3%
1-2 years16%

Training Provided After Hiring

How long it typically takes to learn on the job

None19%
Up to 1 month31%
1-3 months19%
3-6 months5%
6 months - 1 year12%
2-4 years14%

How AI Impacts Each Task

18 tasks analyzed

Clean and sanitize tools and work environment.

Apply undercoat and clear or colored polish onto nails with brush.

Maintain supply inventories and records of client services.

Shape and smooth ends of nails, using scissors, files, or emery boards.

Prepare nail cuticles with water and oil, using cuticle knives to push back cuticles and scissors or nippers to trim cuticles.

Essential Soft Skills

Traits that are hard for AI to replicate

Adaptability/FlexibilityAttention to DetailSelf ControlStress ToleranceIndependenceConcern for OthersIntegrityCooperationDependabilityPersistenceInnovationAchievement/Effort

Wage & Employment (2024)

Median Wage

$34,660

per year

Mean Wage

$36,910

per year

Employment

148K

workers

Wage Range

$27,910 - $47,990

10th - 90th pct

Wage Distribution

$27,910Median: $34,660$47,990
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This occupation has 18 tasks in the database and is queued for the next scoring run. Risk scores, protective factors, and skill gaps will appear once the assessment completes.