Nail Technician Program

Course overview:

600 hours total

Cost: $5000.00

The Nail

Understanding the nail composition, structure, diseases and disorders that affect the nail in order to perform the necessary procedures safely.

Classroom Theory Includes:

Manicure
Develop dexterity and skills
Oil manicure
Water manicure
Vitamin dip to promote strength and health
Hand and arm massage
Reflexology and MLD movements
Paraffin therapy
Spa Manicure
Natural Nail Cultivation through various treatments and methods
Recognizing skin and nail diseases and disorders
Pedicure
Develop dexterity and skills
Foot grooming procedures
Foot and leg massage
Reflexology and MLD Movements
Paraffin therapy
Spa Pedicure
Recognizing skin and nail diseases and disorders of the Skin
Recognizing the diseases and disorders of the skin that may affect the hands and feet.
Conditions that the Nail Tech may or may not perform services over.
Protocol to refer to physicians.
Manicure/Aesthetics
Job Readiness
Hygiene, grooming and visual poise
Personality development and professional ethics
Record keeping
Salon planning and client development
Resumes and interviews
First Aid in the salon

Practical Application Includes:

Artificial Nail applications and Coatings:
Acrylic
OPI Clarite’ Odorless Acrylic
Gel
OPI Microbond Gel
Silk
OPI Microfiber Silk
Fiberglass
OPI Microfiber Fiberglass
Tip Extension application
Removal of Artificial Nail Coatings correctly and safely:
Procedures for removal of Acrylic, gel, silk and fiberglass, and treatments to promote the health of the natural nail after removal.
Safety
Forms
Bacteriology, sanitation/disinfection procedures.
Safety in the salon to protect the Nail Tech and the general public.
Learn importance of correct sanitation/disinfection procedures and application to protect you and your client from bacteria, fungus and viruses

Product Lines Used in our Curriculum:

At Aesthetics Northwest Institute, we offer a variety of courses and programs to fit your goals.

Day Class Hours Full Time:

Tuesday through Friday 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Approximately 4 months

Evening Hours Part Time:

Tuesday through Friday 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Saturday 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Approximately 8 months