3/6/2025 via Google

3/6/2025
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I attended the Nail Technology program at the Academy of Beauty Professionals, Madison and my experience was deeply disappointing. The program lacked essential training in key techniques such as acrylic application and nail tip placement—both of which are required for state board exams. We were also informed that dip powder application would be part of our training, but it was never taught even though we were told many times we would learn it. The only demonstrations provided were for basic manicures and pedicures, leaving me unprepared for professional work. Additionally, the school often failed to supply necessary materials, Simple items like nail glue were unavailable for weeks, requiring me to buy them myself, so I could actually practice. The theory portion of the program was equally inadequate, consisting mostly of passive PowerPoint presentations rather than actual instruction. After graduating, I raised my concerns with the school regarding the quality of education I received, but their response was dismissive and filled with misinformation. I ultimately passed my state board exams not because of the training provided from the school, but through self-teaching via YouTube videos and guidance from professionals outside the school. Additionally, I am unable to leave a review on Facebook because the school has blocked me from their page, preventing honest feedback from being shared. Based on my experience, this school should not offer a Nail Technology program, as it does not provide students with the education necessary to succeed in the field.

2/17/2025 via Google

2/17/2025
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I went into my appointment nervous after reading previous reviews. I was there for highlights/lowlights and a cut. The Instructor was attentive and aware of time restraints and helped the student along (first time doing foils). Logan did an amazing job 👏 the instructor and students encourage eachother and made for a great experience. I will definitely return for future services!

10/21/2024 via Google

10/21/2024
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I gave this place 5 stars because over all the place is excellent you can really tell the students are there to learn and most teachers are there to teach. One in particular was excellent. Makayla did an absolutely fantastic job on my nails and hair! Unfortunately I wish one teacher wasn’t in the front lines of customer service her customer service is so bad. She completely assumed I knew what was going on in the salon my first step in and acted like I was stupid for not knowing what to do when you first walk in. With her it was down hill from there. It took them 1 hour to even touch my head besides doing swatches. By the time anyone started with my hair this TEACHER (showing horrible example) avoided me but casually would come into my space awkwardly. Jessica shouldn’t work on the floor the customer service isn’t existent. Jessica proceeded to check me out and when I went to tip my student I realized it was cash only for tips so I walked out and tipped my student the next day. But the nice gentleman student told me I had to speak to Jessica to get cash out and I was like “I don’t want to deal with her I’ll tip my student later” and JESSICA proceeded to get the last word saying “I’m sorry you feel that way” in such a snarky tone. If it wasn’t for everyone else there I wouldn’t even be leaving more than one star but the only one that deserves one star is JESSICA.