Nail technician training ยท Kansas City, MO

Nail Tech Schools in Kansas City, MO

Nail tech schools in Kansas City and nearby Missouri towns offer training for the manicurist license. You can compare five licensed schools here, with published costs, attendance options and the exam steps that follow your nail technology classes.

Compare programs How to pay for training
Missouri nail training400-hour school minimum
Kansas nail training350 hours listed by the Kansas board
Summit's next nail classJanuary 4, 2027
House of Heavilin tuition$4,825 plus registration, July 2026 catalog

Nail technician training in the Kansas City area

Each check line names the active Missouri school license found in the board's October 27, 2026 records. Kansas-side schools appear once the Kansas board's current record is confirmed.

5 local programs listed

SchoolProgramCredentialLengthScheduleCost
Transformed Barber & Cosmetology AcademyKansas City, MOMissouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: Transformed Barber & Cosmetology Academy, LLC, School of Cosmetology & Barbering licenses 2024024938 and 2024024939, active, expire September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
Admissions says students can begin now. Ask which hour total and campus license apply to your enrollment. Admissions and fees; current campus contact.
School page 		Manicuring400-hour and 600-hour totals both appear on the curriculum page; confirm the applicable outlineAsk schoolAdmissions page checked October 27, 2026: tuition $5,400; state board fee $25; registration $150; books/kit $575; testing $150; listed total $6,250; separate $25 application fee also noted
Summit Salon Academy Kansas CityIndependence, MOMissouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: School of Cosmetology & Barbering license 2024018731, active, expires September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
The program page lists January 4, March 29, June 21, September 13 and December 6, 2027 starts. August 2026 catalog, pages 33-34 details hours, fees and the diploma.
School page 		Nail TechnologyDiploma400 hoursFull time: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; 35 hours/weekAugust 2026 catalog: tuition $4,825; textbooks $75; tech fee $80; kit $445; total $5,425; application fee $100 and Missouri processing fee $37 additional
House of Heavilin Beauty CollegeBlue Springs, MOMissouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: School of Cosmetology license 2023030560, House of Heavilin of Blue Springs, Inc., active, expires September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
Starts are the first Tuesday of February, April, June, August, October and December. The July 2026 catalog, pages 2, 3 and 10 reports NACCAS accreditation on probation and no Title IV aid for this course. Nails is offered only at Blue Springs.
School page 		Nail TechnologyGraduation certificate400 clock hours; 13.33-15.50 weeksFull time: Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; 30 hours/weekJuly 2026 catalog: tuition $4,825; registration $100; listed total $4,925; $1,000 due four weeks before class; a la carte student kit $400 and digital book set/study guide $320; electronic device required
Academy of Beauty ProfessionalsRaymore, MOMissouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: School of Cosmetology license 2020039411, active, expires September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
Classes are offered year-round; ask for the next Raymore opening. The program page says federal financial aid is unavailable for Nail Technology. September 2026 Missouri catalog, pages 9, 10 and 16.
School page 		Nail TechnologyCertificate400 hours; program page lists 20 weeks in Missouri20 hours/week, according to the September 2026 Missouri catalogSeptember 2026 Missouri catalog: tuition $5,529.43; registration $100; textbooks $359.57; total $5,989; application/processing fee $40 additional
Legacy Nail AcademyLone Jack, MOMissouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: School of Cosmetology license 2022008506, active, expires September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
The school advertises start-anytime classes and says paperwork takes two weeks. Its tuition page lists scholarships and Vocational Rehabilitation funding for qualified students. This row covers Lone Jack.
School page 		Nail Technology400 hours; homepage says less than 15 weeksFull time or part time; Lone Jack school hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.Tuition page checked October 27, 2026: $9,850; $500 down is subtracted from the total; school homepage says the kit is included

Kansas City campuses first, then nearby cities. Details come from each school's website; costs and start dates change, so confirm with the school.

Kansas City area nail schools: addresses and contacts

Transformed Barber & Cosmetology Academy Kansas City, MO

The Troost Avenue academy publishes manicuring instruction in nail care, anatomy, sanitation, chemical use and shop management.

Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: Transformed Barber & Cosmetology Academy, LLC, School of Cosmetology & Barbering licenses 2024024938 and 2024024939, active, expire September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
Program
Manicuring
Length
400-hour and 600-hour totals both appear on the curriculum page; confirm the applicable outline
Published cost
Admissions page checked October 27, 2026: tuition $5,400; state board fee $25; registration $150; books/kit $575; testing $150; listed total $6,250; separate $25 application fee also noted
Address
8300 Troost Avenue, Suite 200, Kansas City, Missouri 64131
Phone
(816) 765-8222
Program page

Summit Salon Academy Kansas City Independence, MO

Summit's nail students practice natural nail services and artificial nail applications while studying product chemistry and client consultation.

Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: School of Cosmetology & Barbering license 2024018731, active, expires September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
Program
Nail Technology
Credential
Diploma
Length
400 hours
Schedule
Full time: Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; 35 hours/week
Published cost
August 2026 catalog: tuition $4,825; textbooks $75; tech fee $80; kit $445; total $5,425; application fee $100 and Missouri processing fee $37 additional
Address
815 West 23rd Street South, Independence, MO 64055
Phone
(816) 252-4247
Program page

House of Heavilin Beauty College Blue Springs, MO

House of Heavilin combines nail theory with supervised student salon services at its Blue Springs campus.

Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: School of Cosmetology license 2023030560, House of Heavilin of Blue Springs, Inc., active, expires September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
Program
Nail Technology
Credential
Graduation certificate
Length
400 clock hours; 13.33-15.50 weeks
Schedule
Full time: Tuesday-Saturday, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.; 30 hours/week
Published cost
July 2026 catalog: tuition $4,825; registration $100; listed total $4,925; $1,000 due four weeks before class; a la carte student kit $400 and digital book set/study guide $320; electronic device required
Address
2000 SW State Route 7, Blue Springs, MO 64014
Phone
(816) 229-9000
Program page

Academy of Beauty Professionals Raymore, MO

Raymore nail training covers theory, practical services and professional skills, with hands-on learning beginning during the second week.

Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: School of Cosmetology license 2020039411, active, expires September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
Program
Nail Technology
Credential
Certificate
Length
400 hours; program page lists 20 weeks in Missouri
Schedule
20 hours/week, according to the September 2026 Missouri catalog
Published cost
September 2026 Missouri catalog: tuition $5,529.43; registration $100; textbooks $359.57; total $5,989; application/processing fee $40 additional
Address
800 West Foxwood Drive, Raymore, MO 64083
Phone
(816) 808-8111
Program page

Legacy Nail Academy Lone Jack, MO

Legacy focuses on nail education, including acrylics, hard and soft gels, e-file use and nail art.

Missouri Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners: School of Cosmetology license 2022008506, active, expires September 30, 2027; checked October 27, 2026
Program
Nail Technology
Length
400 hours; homepage says less than 15 weeks
Schedule
Full time or part time; Lone Jack school hours: Tuesday-Thursday, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.
Published cost
Tuition page checked October 27, 2026: $9,850; $500 down is subtracted from the total; school homepage says the kit is included
Address
37904 E. US 50 Hwy, Lone Jack, MO 64070
Phone
(816) 777-6525
Program page

From nail classes to a manicurist license

  1. 1

    Compare the two states

    A Missouri school course must include at least 400 hours for the manicurist classification. Kansas lists 350 hours in its practitioner application, so ask the board about your planned training state and work state. Missouri course law; Kansas application checklist.

  2. 2

    Verify your chosen campus

    Check the legal school name and active license before making a payment. The Missouri license lookup is the place to recheck the license numbers shown under these programs.

  3. 3

    Read the enrollment terms

    Request a dated quote, start date and weekly class plan. Transformed's curriculum displays both 400-hour and 600-hour totals, so have admissions identify the outline covered by your contract.

  4. 4

    Finish training and practice

    Missouri requires at least 50 classroom hours before nail students provide services to school customers. Your course must also cover areas such as sanitation, anatomy and chemical use. Missouri manicuring curriculum requirements.

  5. 5

    Apply for your examinations

    Missouri requires an exam satisfactory to the board after the required training. Summit's exam section describes written and practical nail tests through Prov; confirm current instructions before booking. Missouri examination eligibility.

Manicurist and pedicurist jobs and wages in the metro

BLS reported 1,570 manicurist and pedicurist jobs (SOC 39-5092) in the Kansas City, MO-KS metro area in May 2025. Median wages were $17.40 per hour and $36,180 annually. See the BLS metro estimates. The figures describe employed workers across the area, rather than a new graduate's likely starting pay.

The OEWS survey does not count self-employed workers. If your plan involves renting a booth or opening a nail business, build a separate budget for rent, products, insurance and other expenses. When reviewing an employee position, ask how the salon handles weekly hours, tips, service commissions and supplies. These employment estimates do not count current vacancies.

Published nail school costs and funding

House of Heavilin's July 2026 catalog lists $4,825 tuition plus $100 registration. Academy of Beauty Professionals' September catalog lists $5,529.43 tuition and a $5,989 total before its separate application fee. Compare each school's complete bill, including testing and supplies.

House of Heavilin and Academy of Beauty Professionals say federal aid is unavailable for their nail courses, so do not budget around Pell funding there. House of Heavilin lists a payment plan. Legacy publishes scholarships and Vocational Rehabilitation funding for qualified students. Ask your local American Job Center, through the Full Employment Council or Workforce Partnership, to review WIOA options for the exact course. Veterans should verify program approval before using GI Bill benefits.

Read the full guide to paying for training

What to ask before paying for nail training

  • Which hour total is written into my enrollment agreement?
  • Is there an open seat in the next nail class?
  • What days must I attend classroom and salon sessions?
  • Are nail products, tools, books and exam supplies included?
  • What payment plan or scholarship can I apply for?
  • Who files my training records for the Missouri exams?
  • What happens to my deposit if my start date changes?

How to check a school

Common questions

How many hours do I need for a Missouri nail license?

The school route requires at least 400 training hours for the manicurist classification under Missouri law. An apprenticeship is a different route with an 800-hour minimum. You must also meet the board's eligibility and examination requirements. Ask your school to explain the training total, attendance rules and exam paperwork before you sign an agreement.

Are Kansas nail technician hours different from Missouri's?

Yes. The Kansas board's application checklist lists 350 hours for manicure training, while Missouri's school requirement is 400 hours. Kansas also requires a practitioner application, training verification and completion of its board exams. If you intend to study in one state and work in the other, ask the receiving board to explain its licensing process first.

Can FAFSA pay for a short nail technology course?

Check the specific program. House of Heavilin's July 2026 catalog says Title IV aid is unavailable for its nail course because of its length. Academy of Beauty Professionals also says its Nail Technology course is ineligible for federal financial aid. Ask about payment terms and outside funding, and get any award confirmed before relying on it to cover tuition.

Can I train part time while working?

Legacy Nail Academy advertises full-time and part-time attendance, with start-anytime classes after paperwork is completed. Academy of Beauty Professionals' Missouri catalog lists nail instruction at 20 hours per week. Ask for your actual attendance days, salon practice hours and make-up policy. Published weekly hours alone do not tell you which work shifts you can keep.

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