Manicurists
Clean, shape, and polish clients' nails.
10%
30%
60%
National data for miscellaneous personal appearance workers (SOC 39-5090).
$12,660
$29,430
$44,930
$6.09
$14.15
$21.60
Based on Nebraska Wage Figures
High School Diploma or GED
Complete the manicure courses in a cosmetology program
Be at least 16 years old
May work part time or full time.
May work evening and weekend hours, when beauty salons are busiest.
May work variable schedules.
MANICURISTS will:
Work only with fingernails and toenails
Interact constantly with clients
May work variable schedules
Need a license
MANICURISTS frequently:
Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
Sit for long periods of time.
Repeat the same movements.
It is important that MANICURISTS be able to:
Hold the arm and hand in one position or hold the hand steady while moving the arm.
Use fingers or hands to grasp, move, or assemble very small objects.
See details of objects that are less than a few feet away.
Speak clearly so listeners can understand.
Understand the speech of another person.
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