
If you live in Oviedo, Florida, and want to become a licensed Florida Nail Specialist, Hyphen Nail Tech School offers a short, focused, and affordable program designed to get you licensed in just 2 months.
Our 180-hour Nail Specialist program blends hands-on salon training with hybrid online learning, so you can complete your education quickly without any compromise in quality. Located just 25 minutes southwest via SR-417, our Winter Park campus is convenient for students from Oviedo, Winter Springs, and UCF area.
Fast 2-month program — earn your license quickly
2-days per week – Classes meet only 2-days per week which allows most students to continue working while schooling.
Graduate fast – Nail Specialist license in 2 months.
Affordable tuition – $3,590 vs. $7,000+ at many schools.
Hybrid schedule — 2 campus days per week + online lectures
Bilingual instruction – Courses available in both English and Spanish.
eLearning platform – Lectures and quizzes delivered online so your time on-campus is focused on hands-on practice.
High placement rates – Over 95% of graduates land great jobs within 3 months.
At Hyphen’s nail school near Oviedo, you’ll gain practical skills that build confidence and employability:
Manicures and pedicures (wet & dry)
Acrylic, gel, and dip systems
Nail shaping and e-file fundamentals
Nail art and creative designs
Sanitation, disinfection, and Florida law
Florida requires 180 training hours to qualify for a Nail Specialist license. Hyphen delivers these hours efficiently without inflating tuition or stretching the time you need to be in school. At Hyphen, you attend in-person classes two days per week. Options include:
Monday & Tuesday, 9am – 7pm
Wednesday & Thursday, 9am – 7pm
Saturday & Sunday, 9am – 7pm. Join the waitlist if weekends fit your schedule best.
Our nail technology school is also accessible for Spanish-speaking students, with eLearning available in Spanish and instructors fluent in both English and Spanish.
Hyphen’s nail school Oveido costs $3,590. This includes:
2 months of expert instruction (180 hours)
Online Learning Platform
A Hyphen and Young Nails Kit
All Florida state board license and registration fees
Only $500 is due at enrollment. The remaining balance can be paid interest-free while you’re in school—around $1,100 per month.
Note: Federal student grants and loans do not apply for any 180 hour Nail Specialist program in the State of Florida. This is because federal funding only applies to programs above 600 hours. However, most graduates recoup their tuition within three months of working in a salon or spa.
Graduates of Hyphen's nail school often find work not just in Orlando, but also in Oveido’s surrounding communities. Popular areas where our grads launch careers include:
Nail salons & spas in Oviedo, Winter Springs, and Winter Park
Resort & hotel spas across Orlando and Altamonte Springs
Full-service salons and spas across Seminole and Orange counties
Resorts, hotels, and cruise ships
Freelance nail artistry for events and weddings
Beauty influencer or product representative.
Owning your own nail salon or mobile nail business
Oviedo’s growing population and proximity to UCF and Orlando make it an excellent market for licensed nail specialists.

"I always wanted to be a nail artist but didn’t know where to start. Hyphen gave me the training and confidence to open my own salon just outside UCF." – Jazmine R.
"The flexible schedule allowed me to work during the week and still complete my training. Now I’m a licensed nail tech and I love my job!" – Monica G.
Take SR-417 South toward Lee Road — Hyphen Nail Tech School is just minutes from Winter Park. It is an easy commute for students from Oviedo, Winter Springs, and UCF area.
Our proximity to Orlando’s salon and hospitality industries means plenty of opportunities for licensed nail technicians after graduation.
And picture your next career evolution
Our courses run for 180 hours, completed in about 2 months when attending two days per week.
No. Beginners are welcome. You just need a a high school diploma or GED by the time you graduate.
Yes. Both our eLearning platform and instructors support Spanish-language learning.
Federal grants only applies for programs that are above 600 hours. Since Florida only requires 180 hours for a Nail Specialist license, federal funding does not apply for most schools in Florida.
We offer interest-free payment plans so you only need to pay $500 at enrollment and the balance can be paid monthly while you are in school. You will not have any student debt when you graduate
We use the latest Milady textbooks. Please bring the books (or e-books) to your first day of class:
Here are some comparable program offerings in the greater Orlando area:
However, Hyphen (ranked 4.8 on Google Reviews) offers one of the fastest, most affordable paths to licensure with small classes and lots of hands-on practice.
If you live in Oveido and want to become a licensed nail specialist, Hyphen Beauty School provides the closest, most affordable option. With hybrid schedules, bilingual instruction, and real client practice, you’ll graduate ready to launch your career in just 2 months.
Book your tour today and see why students from Oveido, Sanford, Lake Mary, Casselberry, Maitland, Longwood, Goldenrod, and Deltona chose to take the first step toward becoming a licensed nail tech in Orlando. Call admissions at (321) 323-3216 so they can arrange a tour and block off 5-minutes with your future instructor.
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Hyphen Beauty School Orlando
501 N Wymore Rd, Suite 100
Winter Park, FL 32789
Telephone: (321) 323-3216
Hyphen faces Interstate I-4 off Lee Rd, making your commute quick and accessible from anywhere in the greater Orlando area.
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