Simi Institute for Careers & Education
Manicurist Certificate Program
About Our Manicurist Program
Our Manicurist Certificate Program teaches the fundamentals of nail technology. Students will take a series of courses to learn procedures for manicuring, pedicuring, nail tips, nail enhancements, gels, massage, paraffin wax, and advanced nail art. A culminating state board class will prepare students for the passage of the written and practical California Cosmetology State Board Manicurist Licensure Exams. All of our students are provided with a course schedule that allows them to efficiently complete all operations and hour requirements set forth by the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. To complete the Manicuring Certificate program, students must complete 2 course levels, minimum of 400 hours and all required practical operations.*
*Subject to change per California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Training Requirements
Prerequisite: Related Science (Health & Safety). Students must have high school diploma or equivalency, OR be 18 years and older.
Fall 2025 / Spring 2026 - Daytime
The $55 fee for the Related Science Health & Safety prerequisite is included in Level 1 core class tuition.
Related Science Health & Safety is a REQUIRED week-long, self-paced online course that must be successfully completed prior to beginning any core class (Barber, Cosmetologist, Esthetician, Hairstylist, Manicurist). We now offer an optional in-person tutorial session on the first day of class that covers the basics of navigating Google Classroom.
LEVEL 1
Related Science (Health & Safety) Dates: December 7 - 20, 2025
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: Self-paced
Core Class Dates: January 6 - March 13, 2026
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Room: 102
LEVEL 2
Dates: January 6 - March 13, 2026
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: 8:30 am - 2:00 pm
Room: Salon
Fall 2025 - Evening / Saturday
LEVEL 1
Related Science (Health & Safety) Dates: December 7 - 20, 2025
Days: Monday - Friday
Time: Self-paced
Core Class Dates: January 6 - March 14, 2026
Days: Monday - Thursday, Saturday
Time: M-Th: 5:30 pm - 9:00 pm; Sat: 8:30 am - 4:00 pm
Room: 102 / Salon
Course Fees
Level 1: $1,105 (includes $55 fee for Related Science prerequisite course)
Level 2: $1,050
PROGRAM TOTAL: $2,155
2026 Registration & Course Schedule
JANUARY SESSION
Enrollment Period: October 10 - November 7
Related Science Dates: December 7 - 20, 2025
Core Class Start Date: January 7
MARCH SESSION
Enrollment Period: January 19 - February 13
Related Science Dates: March 1 - 7
Core Class Start Date: March 17
JUNE SESSION
Enrollment Period: April 6 - 24
Related Science Dates: May 17 - 22
Core Class Start Date: June 2
AUGUST SESSION
Enrollment Period: June 8 - 26
Related Science Dates: TBD
Core Class Start Date: August 4
Kit & Supplies Pick-Up Event
Kit pick-up is always held the first day of the session.
Students are required to pick up kits and supplies in Room 108 at the time assigned to their level.
Please Note: No additional pick-up dates will be scheduled. Failure to retrieve your kit could result in non-participation for the term.
Crossover Program
Students must provide at least one valid California State Cosmetology, Barber, Esthetician, or Manicurist License in order to enroll in our crossover programs.
Contact
Carmen Beck
805-579-6200 ext. 1610