Nail Technician Diploma Program

240 clock hours · 10 to 14 weeks · new classes monthly · taught in English and Spanish · Orlando, Florida

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The Nail Technician program at Beaut Academy - Wellness Center combines hands-on training with theory in all areas of nail care: practical applications, related theory, infection control and customer service. Students learn to perform manicures and pedicures, apply tips and sculptured nails, and create nail art, preparing to work in nail salons, hotel spas, cruise ships and other places that offer nail services.

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What you will study

NT100 Professional Ethics for the Nails Technician, 2 hours

NT101 Sanitation and Disinfection, 4 hours

NT102 Florida Law and Regulations, 5 hours

NT103 AIDS / HIV Education, 4 hours

NT104 Nails Theory, 85 hours

NT105 Manicure, 20 hours

NT106 Pedicure, 10 hours

NT107 Tips with Overlay, 37.5 hours

NT108 Sculpturing with Form, 37.5 hours

NT109 Nail Wraps/Mending, 15 hours

NT110 Nail Fill-ins, 10 hours

NT111 Artificial Nail Removal, 5 hours

NT112 Polish and Nail Art, 5 hours

Total: 240 hours (100 theory, 140 lab, 95 services)

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After you graduate

Students who complete all 240 hours and pass every course with at least 70% receive a diploma. In Florida, nail specialists are registered by the Department of Business and Professional Regulation, and each graduate applies to the Department directly. Our career services team helps graduates with resumes, interview preparation and connections to employers.

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Schedule

Classes run Monday through Friday in three sessions: morning, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.; afternoon, 12:00 to 5:00 p.m.; evening, 5:00 to 10:00 p.m. Students attend at least 25 hours a week. New classes begin monthly, or when enough students have enrolled.

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Admission

A high school diploma, transcript or GED, or passing the Wonderlic Basic Skills Test; at least 16 years old; a photo ID or driver's license; and a visit to the academy to meet an admissions representative, tour the school and complete the application.

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Tuition

Tuition, fees and payment plans are published in the current catalog. Call 864.603.8414 or request information to receive a copy before you enroll.