1 There may be a minor and involuntary tremor of the abdomen, shoulder, throat, or the entire body.  Some patients may find hiccups to be painful or distressing, with occasional or frequent respiratory or breathing interruptions, and/or unexpected brief pain in the chest, throat, or abdomen.
Step 1: Complete a Nail Technician Training Program. To become a nail technician, you will need to have a high school diploma or GED, be at least 16 or 17 years old, complete a nail technology or manicure program, and pass a licensing exam.
The average nail technician program consists of around 375 hours of training, where you will learn the skills necessary to have a successful career as a nail tech. Training will most likely take one year or less, but the length of courses does vary from school to school, and from state to state.