Manicuring 600

Program Description:

Program CIP Code: 12.0410

Program SOC Code: 35.50922

A manicurist license is a requirement to operate as a manicurist / nail technician in the State of California. The student will need to complete a manicuring program consisting of at least 400 hours of coursework and training at an approved training institution and will need to pass both written and practical examinations governed by California State Barbering and Cosmetology Bureau. Cosmotek College is committed to help our students to pass the licensing exams the first time or as fast as possible.

Our hands-on curriculum provides students with the opportunity to obtain a comprehensive understanding of manicuring techniques that include manicure, nail art, artificial nail applications, products, equipment, and the laws of disinfection and sanitation. Our curriculum is updated constantly to respond to current trends in nail technology. We are the only few schools design our courses with input from industry connections, so our students learn the skills the salons are looking for.

Our manicuring program offers an affordable option to those who need financial help. Cosmotek College offers low cost tuition as well as scholarships and financial aid to qualified students.

As a manicuring student at Cosmotek College, you will be equipped with everything you need to pursue the nail technology career of your dreams.

Educational Goals:

Upon completion of this program, students should be able to:

• Understand disinfection procedures, the laws, rules, and regulations.
• Understand consumer safety.
• Obtain communication skills that include professional ethics, salesmanship, decorum, record keeping, and client service.
• Build a successful beauty salon.
• Understand manicures, pedicures, nail extensions and acrylics.
• Understand about basic manicure art, which includes shaping fingernails and creating patterns and designs on the nail.
• Apply soothing lotions and nail polish to people’s fingernails.
• Acquire knowledge of general theory relative to manicuring including anatomy and physiology, chemistry, and theory relative to practical procedures performed.
• Acquire knowledge of nail structure and growth, nail disorders and diseases, and skin structure, growth, and nutrition.
• Discuss nail treatments and services available.
• Apply artificial nail enhancements.
• Apply gel nail applications, UV and LED types, product, and procedure.
• Apply dip powder nails.
• Know how to operate electric nail file.
• Repaid nails.
• Create nail arts.
• Customize acrylic pigments.

Careers:

Our graduates and beauty employers find that our program solidly prepares competent nail artists. You may start your career as a nail artist in a salon. As you develop your knowledge and skills, you may want to move into other career areas in the nail industry, including teaching nail technology in cosmetology schools or demonstrating manufacturer’s nail products at trade shows, conventions, or stores. You can become a salon owner or even the personal nail care artist for fashion models or actors on the state, in movies, or on TV. You can write, edit, or be a consultant for nail technology books and magazines.

• Carrying bag / apron
• Commercial e-file system
• Nail art kit
• Acrylic brush / design brush
• Gel nail kit

• Sanitation supplies
• Nail tips / adhesive / tip cutter
• Natural manicure kit
• Practice hands
• Nail lacquer / gel polish

• Nail files / buffers
• Gloves
• Sculptured nail kit
• Scissors / silk wraps
• Nail dipping system

Instructional Method:

Students may choose to learn the entire course on-campus or instructor-led (synchronous) distance education. 

The program does not require internships or externships. 

PREREQUISITE:

None.

Distance Education:

Students may earn up to 200 hours (50%) of the program. 

Sessions:

Begin weekly on Mondays.

Curriculum: