Upon graduating from Academy of Nail Technology, the following requirements are needed for obtaining an Arizona State Nail Technician License:  

 

• Be a graduate of a school approved by the Arizona Board of Cosmetology, having the required number of hours for the selected course:

• 600 hours for Nail Technology 

• 300 hours for Aesthetician to Nail Tech

• Mail completed paper work to State Board of Cosmetology

• Register and Pay the required fees for testing with PCS

• Pass a written & practical examination on the knowledge of the occupation administered by Professional Credential Services (PCS).  
   

Each student is responsible for scheduling their own testing dates.  
Registration can be accomplished on line www.pcshq.com with a VISA, MASTER CARD or DEBIT CARD. 

 

• Nail Technician Theory and Practical Exam       $177.00

• First License                                                               $70.00

                                                           
 

Professional Credential Service passing score for each of these tests is 75%.
NOTE: Before testing, students must have the school report hours completed required by Arizona State Board for test eligibility. Once this report is received by the State Board they will contact Professional Credential Services who will administer both tests and mail results to the candidate.