
If you’re near Azalea Park in East Orlando and want to start a rewarding beauty career, Hyphen Nail Tech School offers a fast, flexible path to your Florida Nail Specialist license. Our 180-hour hybrid program combines hands-on salon training with interactive online lessons, allowing you to graduate and get licensed in just two months.
Located just 15 minutes north via Semoran Blvd (SR-436), Hyphen’s Orlando campus is convenient for students from Azalea Park, Union Park, Goldenrod, and Conway. You’ll receive professional instruction in a real salon environment, learning directly from experienced, bilingual educators.
Fast completion — earn your license in about 2 months
Bilingual instruction — English & Spanish supported
Affordable tuition – $3,495 vs. $7,000+ at many schools.
Hybrid learning – Lectures are delivered online so your time on-campus is focused on hands-on practice.
Small group instruction – More one-on-one coaching
Bilingual classes – English and Spanish options available
High placement rates – Over 95% of graduates land great jobs within 3 months.
Our Azalea Park-area nail tech program covers all the essentials to succeed as a licensed nail specialist:
Spa manicures & pedicures
Acrylics, gels, and dip systems
Nail shaping & e-file techniques
Nail art & creative design
Sanitation, safety, 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 tech school Azalea Park costs $3,495. 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 down is required to start, and the remaining balance is payable interest-free during your course (≈ $1,100/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 tech school Azalea Park pursue careers in:
Nail salons and spas in Azalea Park, Conway, and Union Park
Resort and hotel spas across Orlando and Lake Buena Vista
Independent suites and mobile nail businesses
Bridal nail artistry and beauty influencer partnerships
With Azalea Park's rapid population growth and proximity to Orlando’s hospitality industry, licensed nail technicians are in high demand.

"I always wanted to be a nail artist but I was hesitant about the cost. However, once I started, I realized that Hyphen was worth every penny. I learned a ton and it really helped me get started as a nail tech." – Elena T.
"The flexible schedule allowed me to work during the week and still complete my schooling. Now I’m a licensed nail tech and I make more than I ever did!" – Daniela A.
Head north on Semoran Blvd (SR-436), turn left onto Lee Road, and Hyphen Nail Tech School is just minutes away.
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:
If you live in Azalea Park 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 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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