About

ABOUT OUR ACADEMY         


History & Ownership

Proficient Nail Academy Johnson City originally opened its doors in April 2023. The school is conveniently located at 111 Spring Street, Suites 4 & 5 downtown Johnson City, TN. It provides a dedicated manicuring program, making it the first of its kind in the area. The academy is in partnership with Crown Cutz Academy of Barber and Style.


Mission Statement

To provide students with top-quality education and to instill in them a level of professionalism and skill that will prepare them for employment and allow them to excel in the beauty industry.

Our program offering is consistent with our Mission Statement.


School Philosophy/Purpose

Proficient Nail Academy Johnson City is dedicated to educating quality Manicurists and Instructors. Graduates are able to meet both the present and future demands of the beauty industry. Each student admitted to the school receives individual instruction, exposure to technical skills, instruction on researching techniques, and opportunity for supervised public service.

Our program offerings are consistent with our School Philosophy/Purpose.


State Licensing

Proficient Nail Academy Johnson City is licensed by the Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance/Board of Cosmetology.


Facilities & Equipment

The school occupies approximately 2,200 square feet of facilities that include a spacious clinic floor with working stations where supervised students are able to work on clients and a classroom for theory that also works as a student breakroom when classes are not in session. These facilities are well equipped with training equipment to aid students in mastering the manicuring program they are enrolled in. Students will use Milady textbooks.

The building also houses an office, five restrooms, a dispensary, and a storage area. The office is available for private advising as well as administrative activities.

 License Manicure Instructor

What Wendy Charles brings as an Instructor is immense talent as an artist which has been a significant driving force behind her ascent to becoming one of the most sought-after experts in the region for creative nail art. Her unique ability to blend technical proficiency with artistic flair has resulted in awe-inspiring nail designs that captivate and inspire her clients.


With an unwavering dedication to her craft, Wendy Charles continues to raise the bar in the nail industry. Her exceptional skills, entrepreneurial prowess, and artistic vision have solidified her position as a leading figure, shaping the future of the beauty industry one remarkable nail at a time

 Over 25 Years Of Experience in the Field

Wendy started her journey in the field in 1995. Wendy has solidified her reputation as a visionary entrepreneur. Her dedication to excellence and unwavering commitment to client satisfaction have earned her salon the esteemed recognition of being voted the best of JC in 2022

 Nail Salon And School Owner

 Wendy Charles is the owner of J'Clares Nail Salon in addition to co-owner of Proficient Nail Academy, a distinguished institution that she established alongside her husband, Craig Charles. With his expertise as a master barber and ownership of Crown Cutz Academy in Johnson City, TN, and Bristol, Virginia, they have created a dynamic partnership that provides comprehensive education and training opportunities for aspiring professionals in the beauty industry.

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