NAIL TECHNICIAN = 600 hours

Description: The Nail Technology course covers instruction in theory and practical application to prepare the student in all areas of Nail Technology. This includes artificial nails, pedicures, manicures, paraffin therapy, and specific treatment for hands and feet, and natural nail care.

Goals: Upon completion of the 600 hour course the graduate student will possess sufficient knowledge confidence and skills to pass the Washington State Board and secure and maintain employment in the industry.

Format: The course shall consist of lectures, demonstrations, student participation and practice in all phases of Nail Technology.

Curriculum includes:

The Nail

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

Artificial Nail applications and Coatings:

• Acrylic
  OPI Clarite’ Odorless Acrylic
  
• Gel
  OPI Microbond Gel
• Silk
  OPI Microwrap Silk
• Fiberglass
  OPI Microwrap 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

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

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

Grading Scale Theory

100-94 = A or 4
93-88 = B or 3
86-80 = C or 2
79-76 = D or 1
75 and below F or 0

Practical

1= No exposure-no experience or knowledge
2= Limited competency-requires instruction and close supervision to perform safely
3= Moderately competent-can completely perform job safely with limited supervision
4= Job ready-can completely perform job safely and independently

Nail Tech Class Schedule:
Day: Apr 14, May 12, Jun 16, Jul 14, Aug 11, Sept 8, Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1
Evening: Apr 21, Jun 16, July 28, Sept 8, Oct 20, Dec 1