Nail Course
Our course is state-approved with required attendance hours inside the school. Students complete weekly online coursework and attend in-person classes at our school Palmyra, Virginia.
Schedule options:
-
8 Week Tues & Thur (10am-3:30pm)
-
Wednesday (10am-6:30pm)
-
Saturday (10am-6:30pm)
Class date is reserved when a payment is made.
Seats are open until full. Limit to max of 2 students per date for focus!
2026 Course Dates
These are the dates available in 2026. When dates are gone, it is full and not available. Open to enroll up to 60 days before classes start to review online study before class starts.
Tue/Thur Schedule: 10am-4:30pm
Start Dates:
-
Nov 10 - Dec 17 (no 11/24 & 26)
-
Feb 28, 2027 (opens 12/1/26)
Wednesday Program: 10am-6:30pm
Start Dates:
-
Sept 23 - Nov 18, 2026 (no 11/11)
-
Oct 21 - Dec 16, 2026 (no 11/11 or 25)
-
Feb 17, 2027 (opens 12/1/26)
Saturday Program: 10am-6:30pm
Start Dates:
-
Sept 26 - Nov 14, 2026
-
Oct 24 - Dec 12, 2026
(pre-ask 11/21 & no 11/28) -
Feb 27, 2027 (opens 12/1/26)
Theory Book Training (online access 24/7)
State Laws & Regulations
Professional Ethics
Bacteriology
Anatomy & Physiology
Nail Structure & Composition
Nail Diseases & Disorders
Practical Lab Training (in-school)
Safe Nail Service Procedures
Salon & Client Safety
Sterilization & Sanitation
Manicure & Pedicure (high/low end types)
Understanding Acrylic & Gel Chemistry
Acrylic Overlay, Tips & Sculpting
Gel Polish & Removal
Exam Review
Optional Kit
We provide students with all the supplies required for their learning during in-school lab training (exception to acrylic brush). Students have the option to purchase a kit from us for practice at home between classes or to use their own supplies at home.
Other Costs (not included)
After successful completion of our course students can sit for the Virginia State Nail Technician Exam. The cost is $194 to take exams, about $150 for exam supplies and $120 to get a Virginia Nail Technician License from DPOR.
These exam costs (due after completion of the coures) are not included in our course cost.
Requirements to Enroll
-
age 16 or older on first class day
-
Virginia DMV ID or Virginia Driver's License
or any state photo ID with social security card/ITIN
or passport with social security card/ITIN -
10th grade English Reading & Comprehension skills
A high school diploma is not required here
English communication & comprehension required.
We no longer teach in any other language.
My bol'she ne prepodayem na russkom yazyke.
My bilʹshe ne vykladayemo rosiysʹkoyu movoyu.
Ya no impartimos clases en español -
Internet access for up to 10 hours per week
-
Vision & Upper mobility to file & apply product
-
Students do not need to live in Virginia but a Virginia Nail Technician License only allows sale of nail services in VA
To transfer a Virginia license contact your state's Department for Cosmetology to understand reciprocity and transfer requirements.
Disiplinary Actions and Felonies
Students must disclose previous/current regulatory board professional licenses including denials and disiplinary actions from any state.
Students must disclose criminal convictions of felonies within the last 10 years. Additional documents will be required by DPOR to complete an exam registration at the end of the course so it's a good idea to start the paperwork when classes start or sooner.
2026 No classes on:
-
Sun, Mon & Fri
-
Sept 19
-
early dismissal 10/31
-
Nov 3 & 11
-
Nov 22-28
-
Dec 18-Dec 31
Classroom
Students will learn theory work in the classroom. All classes are limited 2-4 students per date for focus.
Nail Lab
Students will learn manicures with spa upgrades, gel polishing and acrylic training with safe electric filing usage.
Pedicures
Students will learn how to perform safe pedicure services with quality.
