Traditional Online Program
The online program consists of 300 theory hours performed online. The learner has the option to complete his/her theory hours at their own leisure and within the confines of their own home while following a pacing guide. The Black Pearl Nail Academy has partnered with Milady to offer students the opportunity for distance learning while obtaining their theory (book) hours. Click HERE to preview the online Milady MindTap program.
Learners will perform their first 300 theory hours online, at their own leisure. Learners are required to obtain between 40-60 hours per month. Once the learner has completed their 300 theory hours, arrangements will be made to complete the 300 practical (hands on) hours on campus, at The Black Pearl Nail Academy. Once all 600 hours are completed the learner must register through the state of Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and PSI to take their theory board exams. Once the learner has passed the theory board exams with a 70 or above they will then be allowed to register for the practical board exams which they must also pass with a 70 or above.
Click HERE to download the PSI Manicurist candidate information bulletin.
Program Costs:
Enrollment Fee: $100
Essentials: $400
Tuition ($7.50/Credit hour): $4,500
Kits: $1,000
Total: $6,000
*Tuition payments are $562.50/month. Kits are 2 equal payments of $500 that must be paid before the student begins Practical.
Learners will perform their first 300 theory hours online, at their own leisure. Learners are required to obtain between 40-60 hours per month. Once the learner has completed their 300 theory hours, arrangements will be made to complete the 300 practical (hands on) hours on campus, at The Black Pearl Nail Academy. Once all 600 hours are completed the learner must register through the state of Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and PSI to take their theory board exams. Once the learner has passed the theory board exams with a 70 or above they will then be allowed to register for the practical board exams which they must also pass with a 70 or above.
Click HERE to download the PSI Manicurist candidate information bulletin.
Program Costs:
Enrollment Fee: $100
Essentials: $400
Tuition ($7.50/Credit hour): $4,500
Kits: $1,000
Total: $6,000
*Tuition payments are $562.50/month. Kits are 2 equal payments of $500 that must be paid before the student begins Practical.
Apprenticeship Program
The apprenticeship program consists of 300 theory (book) hours and 300 hours apprenticing with a 10-year tenured licensed nail tech or cosmetologist. The first 300 theory hours will be performed, in house, at The Black Pearl Nail Academy. After the learner has finished theory they must register through the state of Tennessee Board of Cosmetology and PSI to take their theory board exams. Once the learner has passed the board exams with a 70 or above they will then complete the final 300 hours of practical (hands on) learning with their apprentice. Once they have finished the learner must register again to take their practical board exams.
Before the learner can be approved for the apprenticeship program they must present the name and facility of the tenured licensed individual that they will be apprenticing with. That individual must be willing to sign a contract with The Black Pearl Nail Academy stating that they understand their responsibilities under the State Board of Cosmetology Law as an apprenticing tech. If the learner is unable to acquire an apprentice they will not be able to enter the apprenticeship program. The Black Pearl Nail Academy does not solicit apprenticing techs for learners. Be aware that most states do not allow reciprocity of Apprenticeship Licenses. Click HERE to download the PSI Manicurist candidate information bulletin.
The Apprenticeship Program Costs:
Enrollment: $100
Essentials: $400
Tuition ($7.50/Credit hour): $4,500
Kits: $1,000
Total: $6,000
*Tuition payments are $562.50/month. Kits are 2 equal payments of $500 that must be paid before the student begins Practical.
Before the learner can be approved for the apprenticeship program they must present the name and facility of the tenured licensed individual that they will be apprenticing with. That individual must be willing to sign a contract with The Black Pearl Nail Academy stating that they understand their responsibilities under the State Board of Cosmetology Law as an apprenticing tech. If the learner is unable to acquire an apprentice they will not be able to enter the apprenticeship program. The Black Pearl Nail Academy does not solicit apprenticing techs for learners. Be aware that most states do not allow reciprocity of Apprenticeship Licenses. Click HERE to download the PSI Manicurist candidate information bulletin.
The Apprenticeship Program Costs:
Enrollment: $100
Essentials: $400
Tuition ($7.50/Credit hour): $4,500
Kits: $1,000
Total: $6,000
*Tuition payments are $562.50/month. Kits are 2 equal payments of $500 that must be paid before the student begins Practical.
Master Instructor's Program (Online)
The instructor's program consists of 250 theory (ONLINE) hours and 50 practical (hands on) hours learning. This program is only available to cosmetologists, aestheticians or manicurists that have been consistently licensed by the State of Tennessee (no lapse) for 3 or more years.
The instructor's program cost is:
Application/Enrollment: $100
Online Program Access & Text: $400
Tuition ($6/credit hour): $1,800
Total: $2,300
*we provide the instructor's program to licensed Cosmetologist, Aestheticians and Manicurist, ONLY!
Tuition payments are $300/month.
The instructor's program cost is:
Application/Enrollment: $100
Online Program Access & Text: $400
Tuition ($6/credit hour): $1,800
Total: $2,300
*we provide the instructor's program to licensed Cosmetologist, Aestheticians and Manicurist, ONLY!
Tuition payments are $300/month.
State Board Refresher
Refresher programs are specialized for the learner and whatever area they are lacking to pass their board exams.
Learners that have failed to pass the theory or the practical exam and need assistance should call and schedule a meetting with Ms. Caldwell so that an effective and efficient plan can be prepared.
Learners that have failed to pass the theory or the practical exam and need assistance should call and schedule a meetting with Ms. Caldwell so that an effective and efficient plan can be prepared.
One-On-One Training
One-On-One Training is open to licensed cosmetologist or manicurists ONLY!
If you are in need of assistance and want to hone your acrylic, e-file or hard gel skills with hands on classes please reach out to Ms. Caldwell at 901-609-4452 and she will send you the link for booking online based on what classes you need.
If you are in need of assistance and want to hone your acrylic, e-file or hard gel skills with hands on classes please reach out to Ms. Caldwell at 901-609-4452 and she will send you the link for booking online based on what classes you need.