Transform your future, one nail at a time.

Our Nail Academy

Sevynn Shades Nail Academy is a 16-Day Nail Technician Training Program designed to equip refugee, newcomer and formerly incarcerated women with the skills, knowledge, and confidence to begin a rewarding career in the beauty industry. The program is completely FREE of charge to eligible applicants.

  • The training covers the following topics, all training is hands-on, practical and led by experienced instructors.

    • Nail preparation, shaping, polish application, nail art, extensions, sanitation and hygiene standards, infection prevention, and client care.

    • Business-focused modules introduce pricing, professionalism, customer service, and entrepreneurship basics.

    This course includes a supply kit with all the tools and equipment required to perform your first 30 nail services!

    As well as a 50 page manual/workbook with step by step instructions, visual diagrams and templates for future use.

  • This program is open to ALL women.

    • No prior experience is required - beginners are welcome.

    • Ages 18+

    Women who are refugees and FIPS are eligible for full subsidy of the program.

  • Upon successful completion of the program, each participant will receive an industry-recognized training certificate from Sevynn Shades Academy.

    Graduates will also have access to:

    • Job placement assistance with local salons and beauty businesses.

    • Guidance on starting their own nail business or offering services independently.

    • Continued mentorship and support through our Academy network.

  • We understand that childcare and transportation are often barriers to pursuing education. All applicants accepted for the subsidized program gain access to:

    • FREE childcare support during training hours.

    • FREE transportation assistance to ensure participants can attend every day of the program without worry.

Complete the application form linked below to determine your eligibility. Selected applicants will be contacted with further information before final acceptance.

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Rent a room!

Are you an individual in the beauty industry looking for a space to serve your clients? We have rooms available in our studio for rent starting from $700/month.

Room 1: 13 x 9ft

Room 2: 12 x 10ft

Room 3: 11 x 8.5ft

OUR STORY

About us

Sevynn Shades started as a home based nail salon provided by Summer Young back in 2017. In 2019 she expanded to a full service beauty salon and after 5 years of building unforgettable relationships and navigating the ups and downs of business ownership – she further expanded to a training academy where we help women build careers in the beauty industry and take control of their future!