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At 5T Beauty Academy, our 300-hour Manicurist Program provides hands-on training in a variety of essential nail services. Here’s what you’ll learn:
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Manicurist Fulltime: 8 weeks
Monday - Friday: 9:00AM - 05:00PM
Online: Available
Goal hours weekly: 38hrs
| Month | Start Date (MM-DD-YY) |
- | End Date (MM-DD-YY) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCT 2025 | 10/13 | - | 12/17/2025 |
| NOV 2025 | 11/10 | - | 1/29/2026 |
| DEC 2025 | FULL | ||
| JAN 2026 | 1/5 | - | 3/3/2026 |
| 1/26 | - | 3/23/2026 | |
| FEB 2026 | |||
| MAR 2026 | 3/2 | - | 4/27/2026 |
| 3/23 | - | 5/15/2026 | |
| APR 2026 | 4/27 | - | 6/24/2026 |
Manicurist Parttime: 11 weeks
Mon - Wednesday: 05:30PM - 9:30PM
Thursday - Friday: Online at home 4 hours
Saturday: 09:00AM - 5:00PM
Goal hour weekly: 28hrs
| Month | Start Date (MM-DD-YY) | - | End Date (MM-DD-YY) |
|---|---|---|---|
| OCT 2025 | 10/20 | - | /2026 |
| NOV 2025 | FULL | ||
| DEC 2025 | 12/1 | - | 3/2/2026 |
| JAN 2026 | FULL | ||
| 1/26 | - | 4/13/2026 | |
| FEB 2026 | FULL | ||
| MAR 2026 | 3/2 | - | 5/16/2026 |
| FULL | |||
| APR 2026 | 4/13 | - | 6/29/2026 |
Career & Job Opportunities
No — in North Carolina and most states, you must have a license to legally perform nail services on paying clients.
Working without a license can result in:
- Fines or legal action
- Your business being shut down
- No insurance coverage for accidents or claims
- Difficulty getting hired by professional spas or salons
Licensed nail technicians in North Carolina typically earn between $25 to $45 per hour, depending on their experience, location, and services offered. Many nail techs increase their income through tips, upselling nail art or enhancements, and building a loyal clientele.
Some experienced manicurists earn $60,000 or more per year, especially those working in high-end salons or owning their own nail business.
To become a licensed manicurist in North Carolina, you must:
- ✔️ Complete a 300-hour training program at a state-approved school like 5T Beauty Academy
- ✔️ Pass the State Board Theory Exam (written test)
- ✔️ Pass the State Board Practical Exam (hands-on demonstration)
- ✔️ Pay all required fees and submit your application for licensure
We’ll guide you through every step — from training and mock exams to paperwork and scheduling your test.
To become a licensed manicurist in NC, you must:
- Complete a 300-hour Manicurist Program at an approved school (like 5T)
- Pass the Theory Exam (written test)
- Pass the Practical Exam (hands-on demonstration)
Once you pass both, you’ll receive your NC Manicurist License and can begin working legally in salons or start your own business.
At 5T, our 300-hour Manicurist Program includes:
- Nail anatomy, sanitation, and NC State Board laws
- Hands-on training in manicures, pedicures, acrylics, gel nails, nail art, and e-filing
- Mock exams and coaching to help you pass the state licensing tests
Yes. As soon as you complete the 300 hours and meet graduation requirements, 5T will certify you so you can register with the NC State Board and take both your Theory and Practical exams.
That depends on your schedule:
- Full-Time Program: 8 weeks (Monday–Friday, 9 AM – 5 PM)
- Part-Time Program: 11 weeks (Evenings + Saturday, with online theory)
Not when you train at 5T! Our students have a very high pass rate because we:
- Guide you step-by-step through the test content
- Provide mock theory and practical exams to practice
- Offer personal support and review sessions until you feel confident
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