Kentucky's boldest nail academy. State board certified, licensed instructors. Small classes. Real salon skills, plus the business training to run your own chair.
Become a licensed nail tech
More than a license. You train on current techniques, get real attention from your instructor, and graduate ready to work or open your own chair.
Pay weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. Pick the plan that fits your budget.
Up to $10,000 with low-credit approvals, so cost doesn't block your career.
State board certified and licensed, with real-world salon experience.
Fewer students per instructor means more one-on-one coaching at your station.
Gel, acrylic, 3D art and the trends clients are asking for right now.
Start from zero with full certification, or sharpen a specialty with a two-day boot camp.
Tap a goal and we'll point you to the right program.
Nail anatomy, sanitation, nail enhancement techniques, and the business side of nail artistry. Includes KY State Board nail training.
Intricate designs, 3D nail art, and trend-setting styles.
Perfect your gel and acrylic application, hands-on.
Build your own salon or freelance business, from branding to legal requirements.
Pick a polish, then tap a nail. This is the kind of design work you'll build skills for in Advanced Nail Artistry.
Classes start every 17 weeks. Book a consultation and we'll walk you through the next start date and your payment options.
Complete the online application with your background and career goals.
A short chat to make sure the program is the right fit for you.
Weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly payments. Financing with low-credit approvals.
Once confirmed, you get everything you need to prepare for your first day.
Low-credit approvals available. Ask during your consultation.
Reserve your seat with a $1,000 deposit.
You need a high school diploma or equivalent and must be at least 18, or a high school senior in Jefferson County (JCPS).
450 hours of nail training plus 8 weeks of FNB business training, offered in person and through CIMA online.
The program is $8,550 with a $1,000 deposit. Pay weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, and financing up to $10,000 is available with low-credit approvals.
A full beginner nail kit, access to CIMA training, KY State Board nail training, our alumni network, and post-graduation mentorship.
New classes start every 17 weeks. Book a tour and we'll confirm the next start date with you.
Confidence, a portfolio of work, and a network that keeps supporting you after graduation.
Every graduate joins our alumni network and gets mentorship after graduation. Here are some of the faces behind the work.
Stay connected with fellow nail techs and instructors.
Guidance on your next step after you earn your license.
Included with our Advanced Nail Artistry and Gel Mastery boot camps.
Academy gear is on the way. Pick a color to preview the drop, then follow us to be first in line.
Book a tour or enrollment consultation. See the studio, meet your instructors, and pick a payment plan.
