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8 Nail Specialty Course Outline |
| Course Goals The primary purpose of the "Nail Specialty" Course is to train students with both theory and practical experience which will prepare them for entry-level employment opportunities with emphasis toward developing in the student desirable work habits and attitudes while encouraging self-reliance, a readiness to assist others, and an ethical approach to this profession and to prepare the student to successfully complete the N.Y.S. Written and Practical Nail Specialty Board Examinations. Course Format ( Instructional techniques and methods ) 1. Lecture 2. Practical demonstrations 3. Audiovisual materials 4. Work sheets 5. Illustrations 6. Written and practical tests Evaluation Procedures 1. Testing in theory, practical and clinic areas 2. Examinations each quarter of the course 3. Written Final Examination 4. Mock State Board Practical Examination Required Level of Achievement All students are required to maintain a minimum 70% grade point average on written, practical and clinic evaluations in order to be eligible to graduate and receive a Certificate of Completion. Refer to Satisfactory Progress Policy for more information. Texts and References 1. Milad's Art and Science of Nail Technology; Text and Workbook 2. Milady's Nail Technology Exam Review A large selection of Reference books, manuals, periodicals and video tapes are available in the main office. Students may sign these items out overnight. Please Read - Very Important Your attendance is very important. Unlike some colleges where you are not required to attend all classes to complete; the State of New York requires you to be in class for all 250 Clock Hours of the Nail Specialty Course. Excessive Absence / Tardiness Accumulated absent, arriving late and/or leaving early in excess of 10% of the student's contracted time ( Full Cosmetology = 50 hours and Full Nail Specialty = 12.5 hours ) made up will be charged at the rate of $14.00 per hour once the student has exceeded the stated course length; the original graduation date. This means that if you miss more than 5% of your class schedule it will cost you an additional $14.00 per hour for every additional hour missed to complete your education. BEING ABSENT COSTS YOU MORE MONEY! THERE ARE NO EXCUSED ABSENCES. |
Clock Hours / Course Content 4 clock hours - Orientation; Rules, Regs., Ethics, Poise, Hygiene & Career Choices 8 clock hours - Safety and Health; Safety , Health Practices, & Methods 10 clock hours - Anatomy & Physiology of the Nail, Hand, Arm, Foot and Leg; Terms and Functions 10 clock hours - Bacteria and Infectious Diseases, Nail, Hand and Feet Disorders; Identification, Health and Safety Practices 10 clock hours - Methods of Infection Control; Safety , Health Practices, & Methods 4 clock hours - Client Consultations; Communication Skills and Techniques 20 clock hours - Manicuring and Hand/Arm Massage; Preparation, Procedures and Techniques 15 clock hours - Pedicuring; Preparation, Procedures and Techniques 17 clock hours - Nail Tip Application; Selection, Preparation, Procedures and Techniques 25 clock hours - Nail Wraps; Selection, Preparation, Procedures and Techniques 50 clock hours - Liquid and Powder Nail Extensions; Selection, Preparation, Procedures and Techniques 20 clock hours - Gel Nails; Selection, Preparation, Procedures and Techniques 20 clock hours - Nail Art; Selection, Preparation, Procedures and Techniques 20 clock hours - Business Practices; Operations, Opportunities, Resumes, Salaries 17 clock hours - Job Skills; Interview and Job Hunting Techniques 250 Total Clock Hours |
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