Nail Technology Course Information

NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE DESCRIPTION

(SOC 39-5092.00); (CIP Code: 12.0410)

The curriculum involves 600 hours to satisfy Idaho state requirements. All courses are taught in English. The course of study includes extensive instruction and practical experience in manicures, pedicures, massage, customer service, personal appearance & hygiene, personal motivation & development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, as well as sanitation, Idaho state laws & regulations, salon- type administration, and job interviewing.

The state of Idaho requires 400-hours of education to become licensed as a nail technician; however, the school is approved by the state to offer a 600-hour nail technology course With the additional 200 hours the students will better understand all aspects of starting and managing their own business, as well as offering additional practical experience to help prepare them to pass the state board exam.

(SOC 39-5092.00); (CIP Code: 12.0410)
The curriculum involves 400 hours to satisfy Idaho state requirements.. All courses are taught in English. The course of study includes extensive instruction and practical experience in manicures, pedicures, massage, customer service, personal appearance & hygiene, personal motivation & development, retail
skills, client record keeping, business ethics, as well as sanitation, Idaho state laws & regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.

*Graduates are prepared to become an entry level nail technician.

This course is taught in English. Textbooks and course materials are only offered in the English language.

NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE OVERVIEW

Course Hours: 600 clock hours

The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinical service learning experiences.

Pre-clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 55 hours are devoted to classroom workshops, demonstration, and practical experience. You will learn nail principles, technical information, and professional practices.
Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: The remaining 545 hours are spent in the clinic area, gaining practical experience.

Course Hours: 400 clock hours

The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinical service learning experiences.

Pre-clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 140 hours are devoted to classroom workshops, demonstration, and practical experience. You will learn nail principles, technical information, and professional practices.
Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: The remaining 260 hours are spent in the clinic area, gaining practical experience.

NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE OUTLINE

Your time at Paul Mitchell The School Coeur d’Alene for the nail technology program will be divided into two (2) designations:

Core Curriculum: The first 140 hours are dedicated to exploring foundational knowledge and basic nails procedures. You will receive individual attention in practical workshops, and you will complete monthly worksheets and periodic tests throughout the course. This is an intense and exciting portion of your experience.
Mentor Learning Experience: Your remaining 260/460 hours will be spent in a clinic environment. You will dress, act, and work like a true professional. You will use your own technical and therapeutic abilities, coupled with the assistance of Learning Leaders, to provide service to guests. You will make discoveries and learn relationship-building skills that will ensure your success in this exciting, diverse field.

The state of Idaho requires 400 hours of education to become licensed as a nail technician; however, the school is approved by the state to offer a 600 hour nail technology course. With the additional 200 hours the students will be able to apply for Title IV funding The additional course hours also include curriculum designed to help students better understand all aspects of starting and managing their own business, as well as offering additional practical experience to help prepare them to pass the state board exam.

NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE SUBJECTS 600 clock hours

The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Coeur d'Alene meets or exceeds the state requirements.

Subject	Theory Minimum requirements	Practical Minimum Requirements
1. Theory	60
2. Free Form Acrylic	10	40
3. Basic Product Application Form Nails Wraps Finish Tips include full set with tips & fills Mends	25	100
4. Acrylic over Tips	10	40
5. Silks, Fiberglass	5	0
6. Gel over Tips	10	40
7. Manicures & Massage	5	25
8. Pedicures & Massage	5	15
9. Sanitation, Chemistry, Bacteriology, Sterilization, & antiseptics	10	45
10. History of the hands and feet, skin, muscles, nails & nerves	10
11. Fills	15	45
12. Structure of hands and feet, Disease of the skin glands & Nail Disorders	10
13. Chemistry & Electricity	10
14. Idaho State laws & rules governing the practice of nail technology	15
15. Blood Spill Procedures	5
16. Nail Art to Include 3D Nail Art	10	15
17. Salon Management	5
18. Professionalism/Resume, Development Interview, & Prep & Job Search Skills	5
19. Electric File Concepts	15
Total	235	365
TOTAL CLOCK HOURS	600

The institution offers employment assistance to help graduates’ efforts to secure education-related employment that includes, but is not limited to training in professionalism, resume’ development, job interview preparation and job search skills.

NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE SUBJECTS 400 clock hours

The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Coeur d'Alene meets or exceeds the state requirements.

Subject	Theory Minimum requirements	Practical Minimum Requirements
1. Theory	30
2. Free Form Acrylic	5	40
3. Basic Product Application Form Nails Wraps Finish Tips include full set with tips & fills Mends	15	60
4. Acrylic over Tips	5	20
5. Silks, Fiberglass	5
6. Gel over Tips	5	35
7. Manicures & Massage	5	25
8. Pedicures & Massage	5	15
9. Sanitation, Chemistry, Bacteriology, Sterilization, & antiseptics	5	15
10. History of the hands and feet, skin, muscles, nails & nerves	5
11. Fills	5	45
12. Structure of hands and feet, Disease of the skin glands & Nail Disorders	5
13. Chemistry & Electricity	5
14. Idaho State laws & rules governing the practice of nail technology	5
15. Blood Spill Procedures	5
16. Nail Art to Include 3D Nail Art	5	15
17. Salon Management	5
18. Professionalism/Resume, Development Interview, & Prep & Job Search Skills	5
19. Electric File Concepts	5
Total	130	270
TOTAL CLOCK HOURS	400

NAIL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE

The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 400-hour and 600-hour course:

Academic theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each assigned theory exam.
Final Exam: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on their final exam.
Clinic Practical Skill Assessments: Future Professionals progress in practical skill assessments and theory hours will be digitally monitored on a weekly basis by the Future Professional Advisor using the Course Key app. All assigned practical skill assessments must be completed in order to complete the program.

NAIL TECHNOLOGY INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS

The programs are provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for State Board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. Clinic equipment, implements and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative and productive career oriented activities. The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans that reflect the latest educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of lecture, demonstration, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, and other related learning methods are used in the course.