Manicure 600 is a Certificate program offered by Paul Mitchell The School Dallas in Arlington, TX. The program takes 600 clock hours — 20 to 34 weeks, depending on the Core and flex schedule to complete, with a total tuition of $5,500. Price in the November 5, 2026 catalog (all campuses), in effect for 2026 starts; the Arlington program page shows an older $7,630.96 total. The catalog prints $8,000.00 tuition from January 1, 2027.
Program Overview
The Manicure 600 curriculum involves 600 hours to satisfy Texas state requirements. The course includes extensive instruction and practical experience in manicuring, pedicuring, nail enhancements, customer service, personal appearance and hygiene, personal motivation and development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, sanitation, state laws and regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing. Students are prepared to be an entry level manicurist.
How the course is taught. Pre-clinical classroom instruction is followed by specialty/clinic learning concurrent with clinical service-learning experiences. The program is divided into the Core/Protégé Curriculum, the Theory/Specialty Classroom (manicures, pedicures, nail extensions, nail diseases and disorders and other technical and professional topics) and the Clinic Classroom Learning Experience, where students begin providing services to paying guests under Learning Leader supervision.
Testing. Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each theory exam, each Core written and practical skill exam and all final exams, and complete all assigned practical clinic classroom worksheets.
What sets this Program apart
Discover the technical, business, and service skills required in this exciting field, from creativity to product knowledge to nail enhancements, and customer service.
Technical areas. Art, design and trends for manicures and pedicures; basic, French and American manicures; conditioning oil manicures; moisturizing wax treatments; arm massages; pedicures and foot massages; nail designs; nail gels, tips and wraps; acrylic nails; safety, sterilization and sanitation; massage techniques for hands, arms and feet.
Student kit and digital support. Professional manicure and pedicure tools and nail enhancement tools, plus on-the-go access to schoolwork, advice from industry leaders and the Business Fundamentals: Connecting to My Future curriculum.
The campus. Established in 2011, Paul Mitchell The School Arlington offers programs in cosmetology, barbering, and manicuring. Located in the upscale Arlington Highlands retail center, its main campus is housed in a 20,100-square-foot, industrial-style building, and its adjacent 3,000-square-foot barbering school is located just across the parking lot from the main campus.
Mission. Our school’s mission is to provide a quality educational system to prepare students to pass the state board examination and gain entry level employment within their chosen field of study. We strongly believe that when people come first, success will follow.
Admission Requirements and Process
To qualify for admission to Paul Mitchell The School Dallas, a prospective student must demonstrate that they are academically prepared to be successful. A prospective student must be able to provide verifiable documentation to support that they have a high school diploma, recognized equivalency and/or those who are beyond the age of compulsory school attendance in the State where the institution is located prior to being accepted.
High school education and equivalents. Prospective students must have a high school diploma (this can be from a foreign school if it is equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma); a recognized equivalent of a high school diploma, such as a general educational development (GED) certificate or other state sanctioned test or diploma-equivalency certificate like HiSet; have completed homeschooling at the secondary level as defined by state law; or have successfully completed at least 60 semester or trimester credit hours or 72 quarter credit hours that is acceptable for full credit toward a bachelor’s degree. The school does not accept ability to benefit (ATB) students.
Admission procedure. Complete and submit the application for admission, which may be obtained from an admissions advisor; pay the $100 registration fee; complete an interview with an admissions advisor; provide proof of identity; and provide high school or equivalent verification documents. Applicants who received their high school diploma in another country are required to submit their high school transcripts to a foreign credentialing evaluation service (any agency under NACES), with an English translation by a certified translator.
Decision. Once an applicant has completed the process to apply to the school, the admissions team and director reviews each applicant and their required application materials to determine if the applicant will be admitted. The applicant will be notified of the decision in writing. The school accepts re-entry students if they qualify. Incarcerated students are not eligible for admissions, because all classes and practical studies are done at the school’s physical location.
General Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalentProvide verifiable documentation of a high school diploma, a recognized equivalent such as a GED or HiSet certificate, completed secondary homeschooling, or at least 60 semester…
- No ability-to-benefit admissionsThe school does not accept ability to benefit (ATB) students, and a student’s self-certification is not sufficient to validate a high school diploma or equivalency.
- Admissions interviewAll applicants must complete an interview with an admissions advisor.
- Current photo identificationProvide an original, current government-issued photo ID, such as a driver’s license, non-driver ID card, passport or permanent resident card, matching the name used in the…
- Foreign diplomas evaluatedA high school diploma from another country must be translated into English by a certified translator and evaluated by a NACES member credential evaluation service, at the…
- Registration feePay the $100 registration fee for enrollment into the school; it is refundable and is not included in the cost of tuition.
Application Process
- 1Request informationReady to get started? Request application information and next steps to starting your education journey into the beauty industry.
- 2Receive the application for admissionThe application for admission may be obtained from an admissions advisor; complete it and hand it back to the school.
- 3Pay the registration fee and interviewPay the $100 registration fee by cash, check, money order, credit card or, for those that qualify, Title IV, and complete an interview with an admissions advisor.
- 4Provide your documentsProvide current photo identification and your high school diploma, transcript, GED or equivalency documents for verification.
- 5Apply for financial aidStudents may be eligible to receive financial aid from the federal government; complete the FAFSA using federal school code 012483.FAFSA Code for Arlington: 012483FAFSA at studentaid.gov
- 6Admission decisionThe admissions team and director review each applicant and their application materials, and the applicant is notified of the decision in writing.
Program Schedule
Core. Every program begins with a Core schedule at the Arlington campus:
- 4-Day Core: Monday-Thursday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM, 26 hours per week
- 4-Day Night Core: Monday-Thursday 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM, 18 hours per week
After Core: flex schedule. Students complete three (3) weeks in the Day Core schedule or six (6) weeks in the Night Core schedule, then transition to an 18, 22.5, 26 or 32.5-hour flex schedule during operating hours (Monday-Thursday 9:30 AM - 10:00 PM, Friday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM), with no more than ten (10) hours in one day.
Theory, testing and specialty instruction. Offered Tuesday night 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM and Wednesday 9:30 AM - 4:30 PM.
Length in weeks. Length depends on the Core schedule and the weekly flex hours chosen:
- Day Core: 20 weeks at 32.5 flex hours, 24 at 26, 27 at 22.5 and 32 at 18
- Night Core: 22, 25, 28 and 34 weeks
- Maximum time frame: 143% of the program length
Start dates. 2027 Arlington starts: day January 12, February 22, April 13, May 24, July 5, August 16, September 27 and November 8; night January 19, February 22, March 29, May 3, June 7, July 13, August 16, September 20, October 25 and December 6. The program page says to check back later for class start dates.
Hours of operation. Monday - Thursday 9:30 AM to 10:00 PM; Friday 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM; Saturday 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM; closed Sunday. Paul Mitchell The School Dallas - Arlington reserves the right to cancel a class prior to the first scheduled day of instruction, with a full refund of tuition and fees collected.
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Why Accreditation Is Important
Paul Mitchell The School Dallas is accredited by the Council on Occupational Education (COE), recognized by the U.S. Department of Education, and licensed by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
Accreditations
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
Current tuition, fees and supply costs (all campuses).
- Tuition: $5,500.00
- Registration Fee: $100.00
- TDLR Student Permit Fee (non-refundable): $25.00
- Technical Kit: $1,501.39
- Textbook (non-refundable): $372.60
- Sales Tax (non-refundable): $154.60
- Total costs: $7,653.59
Effective January 1, 2027.
- Tuition: $8,000.00
- Registration Fee: $100.00
- TDLR Student Permit Fee (non-refundable): $25.00
- Technical Kit: $1,796.72
- Textbook (non-refundable): $286.90
- Sales Tax (non-refundable): $171.90
- Total costs: $10,380.52
The Arlington program page prints the same $5,500.00 tuition with an older kit ($1,407.88), textbook ($445.20) and sales tax ($152.88), for a total of $7,630.96; the figures above are the newer catalog’s. Students have the option to purchase the iPad for an additional $336.18 + $27.73 sales tax ($363.91; $480.75 from January 1, 2027). Transfer and re-entry students are assessed a per clock hour rate for the remainder of their program: $9.17 ($13.33 from January 1, 2027). The Manicure 600 Education Kit is included in the cost of tuition for students who pay for the full program.
Paying for school. The school accepts cash, credit card, and personal check payments; a 4.5% fee is applied to each credit or debit card transaction and is waived for ACH payments. Financial aid recipients understand that monies received on their behalf are applied first to tuition costs. Financial aid available to those who qualify: Federal Pell Grants, Federal Direct Subsidized and Unsubsidized Loans and Parent PLUS loans, and military benefits. Per VA regulation, only mandatory fees may be billed to the VA; the kit and textbooks are not mandatory fees, so students utilizing VA benefits arrange alternate payments for these costs. FAFSA school code: 012483. The Net Price Calculator estimates tuition based on what similar students paid in a previous year.
State board exam. The cost of the initial State Board written and practical examinations is included in the total tuition and fees; the school covers the first attempt only, and fees for later attempts are the student’s responsibility.
Scholarships. The Paul Mitchell Schools High School Scholarship (a one-time maximum award of $500, chosen by the school’s Scholarship Committee) and the Military Member Surviving Dependents Scholarship ($500) are described in the catalog.
Curriculum
600 clock hours. The instructional program meets or exceeds the Texas requirements: 300 hours of theory and related practice and 300 hours of specialty practice and related theory, listed in the table below.
Student educational materials. Plugged In App, Connecting to My Future App, Be Nice or Else iBook and Edular. Required textbook: the Pivot Point Nail Technology eBook & Digital App Two-Year Subscription, with Qnity, a digital financial literacy curriculum designed for students in the beauty industry.
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Career Outcomes
Occupation. Manicure 600: Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) 39-5092.00, Manicurists and Pedicurists (CIP 12.0410). Students are prepared to be an entry level manicurist.
Outcomes. Paul Mitchell The School Dallas - Arlington performance statistics for the calendar year 2024 (COE): Manicure 600 completion 72%, placement 70%, licensure 100%; the Arlington institution overall: completion 69%, placement 71%, licensure 99%.
Employment assistance. The institution offers employment assistance to help graduates’ efforts to secure education-related employment that includes, but is not limited to training in professionalism, resume development, job interview preparation and job search skills.
Licensure. The programs only lead to licensure within the State of Texas. The state may refuse to grant a license if a student has been convicted of a crime or committed an act that the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation considers grounds to deny licensure, and students who do not have documented authority to work in the United States will not be eligible to apply to take the state licensure examination.
What to expect as a Paul Mitchell The School Dallas student
Future Professionals. Students are called Future Professionals and are guided by Learning Leaders. Future Professionals are to maintain a professional demeanor at all times when they are on the school premises: BE NICE (be kind, considerate and courteous to others), BE ACCOUNTABLE (take responsibility for your actions and learn from your mistakes), BE RELIABLE, BE COMMUNICATIVE and BE ENGAGED (be an active participant in your education).
Tools for every class. Future Professionals must bring their required school tools to participate in their education: the student technical kit, an iPad with the program education kit apps, and the program textbooks. Peer teaching and tutoring are encouraged, and students are expected to maintain an average of 70% on all academic exams and practical skill assignments.
Working with guests. Future Professionals work under the direction of a licensed professional, must have a signed service ticket before beginning any service on the clinic classroom, and keep themselves, workstations and classroom areas clean, sanitary and clutter free at all times.
Dress code. Shoes must be practical, clean, professional, closed toe and closed heel (fashionable sneakers can be worn); hair should be styled and any cosmetics applied prior to arriving at school.
Beyond the classroom. Future Professionals donate their time, talent and energy to various Arlington charities through cut-a-thons, fashion shows and other fundraising events, and the student-run Green Team teaches the school and local communities how to reduce, reuse and recycle. The school keeps a file of information about housing in the surrounding areas and provides academic advising, assistance with resume and job search, and assistance with the financial aid process.
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Other Programs at Arlington
Paul Mitchell The School Dallas in Arlington, TX also offers these 5 programs at 309 Curtis Mathes Way, Suite 101, Arlington, TX 76018.
- Class A BarberCertificate · 1,000 clock hours — 31 to 56 weeks, depending on the Core and flex schedule
- Class A Barber to Cosmetology OperatorCertificate · 300 clock hours
- Cosmetology OperatorCertificate · 1,000 clock hours — 31 to 56 weeks, depending on the Core and flex schedule
- Cosmetology Operator to Class A BarberCertificate · 300 clock hours
- EstheticsCertificate · 750 clock hours — 25 to 33 weeks, depending on the flex schedule (day only)