
Want to start a creative, flexible, and rewarding career in nails? Hyphen Nail Tech School near Casselberry, Florida offers one of the most efficient and affordable paths to becoming a licensed Florida Nail Specialist. Our 180-hour program blends hands-on salon experience with online hybrid learning, allowing you to graduate in just two months.
Located just 20 minutes southwest via FL-436 and I-4, our Orlando campus serves students from Casselberry, Winter Springs, Altamonte Springs, and Longwood. You’ll train with experienced instructors, use professional-grade kits, and gain real-world salon confidence from day one.
Quick program — Graduate and get licensed in 2 months.
Flexible schedule — Class held 2 days per week + online study at home.
Affordable tuition – $3,495 vs. $7,000+ at many schools.
Hands-on learning — Class time is dedicated to practical work, supervised by licensed instructors.
Bilingual classes – English and Spanish options available
High placement rates – Over 95% of graduates land great jobs within 3 months.
Our nail tech school Casselberry covers everything you need to work as a licensed nail specialist across Florida:
Spa manicures and pedicures
Acrylic, gel, and dip-powder systems
E-file safety and shaping techniques
Nail art, design, and trends
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 tech school Casselberry 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 Casselberry pursue careers in:
Local nail salons and spas in Casselberry, Winter Springs, and Altamonte Springs
Resort spas and full-service beauty studios across Orlando
Bridal and event nail services
Product brand representative and social medial collaborations
Independent salon suites and mobile nail businesses
With Casselberry's rapid population growth and proximity to Orlando’s hospitality industry, licensed nail technicians are in high demand.

“The instructors were so encouraging. I learned a lot and I loved the real-world salon setup. The class goes by fast and I was licensed in 8 weeks!” — Monica L.
"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!" – Nicole R.
Take FL-436 West to I-4 South, exit at Lee Road, and Hyphen Nail Tech School is just minutes away. We’re convenient for students from Casselberry, Winter Springs, and Altamonte Springs.
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 Casselberry 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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