Nail Technology

Description:

A few topics covered in this program include:

• nails and their associated structures

• Hand, foot, and nail disorders

• Manicuring

• Pedicuring

• Artificial nail application and maintainance

After successful completion of the 3 weeks of freshman classes, students are assigned to the clinic floor to start getting practical experience and to learn good customer service. Once assigned to the clinic, students attend other classes each week.

Throughout the instruction, we teach a wide variety of classes on artificial nails including fiberglass, acrylic, gel, and many others.

Course Goals

• To qualify to take the Oregon State Board of Barber and Hairdressers National written exam, that covers the subjects of nail technology, pedicuring, manicuring, and artificial nails.

• To identify nail diseases and disorders.

• To perform tasks of Nail Technology in a proficient manner that will support the graduate in employment.

• To have an awareness of personal self worth, pride and professionalism.