Turn Your Passion for Nails Into a Professional Career
The Mary Negron School of Nails 525-Hour Nail Technology Program is designed to prepare students with the theory, practical skills, professional habits, and State Board knowledge needed to pursue licensure as a Nail Technician in Georgia.
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PROGRAM AT A GLANCE
Your training, clearly outlined.
Program Length525 Hours140 theory + 385 practical hours
LocationAugusta, Georgia
EnrollmentRolling Enrollment
Training FormatOnline Theory + In-Person Practical Training
WEEKLY SCHEDULE OPTIONS
Day tracks have rolling enrollment. The evening track begins Tuesday, October 27, 2026.
Friday Track10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Saturday Track10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
October Evening Track · Starts Oct 27Tue–Thu 5:30–8:30 PM Mandatory Sat 10 AM–3 PMPlus 6 hours of assigned online coursework weekly until online theory is complete.
The maximum program length is 40 weeks. Day-track students arrange approved additional days, subject to supervision and capacity; one 5-hour day per week alone is not enough to complete the practical hours within that limit. The evening track provides 14 scheduled in-person hours per week plus 6 approved online theory hours weekly until 140 theory hours are complete. Estimated evening completion is approximately 28 weeks, depending on verified hours, attendance, and all program requirements.
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START WITH THEORY
Build the knowledge first.
Students begin the program by completing required theory education.
Theory instruction may include:
Nail anatomy and physiology
Nail diseases and disorders
Infection control
Sanitation and disinfection
Product chemistry
Professional safety
Client consultation
Nail service procedures
Georgia laws and regulations
State Board preparation
Professional development
Students may attend scheduled live online theory instruction and access available replay lessons.
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MOVE TO HANDS-ON TRAINING
Turn knowledge into technique.
Clinic-floor approval requires completion of required pre-clinic theory, sanitation and safety training, practical competencies, and instructor evaluation. Students may provide public services only after MNSON documents approval and a supervised clinic seat is available.
Practical training may include:
Natural nail manicuring
Pedicuring
Gel polish
Acrylic nail enhancements
Gel nail enhancements
Nail tips
Sculptured nails
Fill-ins and maintenance
Nail art
Professional service procedures
Client consultation
Sanitation and disinfection
Salon-floor procedures
Students perform services under instructor supervision as they develop speed, technique, professionalism, and confidence.
INSIDE THE STUDENT CLINIC Hands-on pedicure training with real clients and instructor supervision.
LEARN IN A REAL STUDENT CLINIC ENVIRONMENT
Practice the full professional experience.
Education at Mary Negron School of Nails goes beyond practicing on a mannequin hand.
Students gain experience working in a supervised student clinic environment where they can learn how to:
Prepare and maintain a professional workstation
Consult with clients
Manage service timing
Follow sanitation procedures
Recommend services
Communicate professionally
Correct common service problems
Build confidence working with real clients
STATE BOARD PREPARATION
Prepare for the next step.
Preparing for licensure is an important part of the program.
Students receive education designed to reinforce:
Written examination concepts
Practical examination procedures
Infection-control standards
Proper setup and breakdown
Timing
Professional procedures
Exam-day expectations
Graduation from school does not automatically grant a Nail Technician license. Graduates must satisfy applicable Georgia licensing and examination requirements.
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS
Complete the full commitment.
To graduate from the Nail Technology Program, students must:
Complete all 525 required program hours
Successfully complete required coursework and practical assignments
Maintain at least an 80% cumulative academic average and 80% attendance; complete all 525 clock hours
Complete required school documentation
Satisfy all financial obligations to the school
IS THIS PROGRAM RIGHT FOR YOU?
Professional training takes commitment.
This program may be a good fit if you:
Love nails and beauty
Want professional training instead of learning only through social media
Want to pursue Georgia Nail Technician licensure
Need a program designed around a limited weekly schedule
Want both theory education and hands-on experience
Are prepared to practice, study, and take responsibility for your progress
Nail school is not simply showing up and doing nails.
Professional training requires attendance, studying, practice, sanitation, professionalism, and consistency.
If you're ready for that commitment, we'd love to hear from you.
