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Nail Specialty
Nail salons are one of the most prevalent beauty destinations in the city, and well-trained nail technicians and nail artists are in high demand. Our Nail Specialty course covers the art and science of nails, cultivating your creativity while building your knowledge of anatomy and physiology. You’ll learn to execute the full scope of nail services, as well as the business side of the nail industry, giving you a competitive edge in the field.
Course Description
This 250 hours course (125 live online hours and 125 in-person hours) covers everything you’ll need to maximize your success.
- Safety and health
- Bacteria
- Infection control
- Massage
- Wraps
- Extensions
- Gel nails
- Nail art
- NY state licensing
- Relevant areas of managing a business
Course Curriculum
| Nail Specialty Course Curriculum | Total Hours |
|---|---|
| Orientation/Domestic Violence | 4 |
| Safety & Healthy | 8 |
| Anatomy & Physiology of the Nail Hand, Arm, Foot & Leg | 10 |
| Bacteria & Infectious Diseases, Nail, Foot, Skin Disorder & Diseases | 10 |
| Methods of Infection Control | 10 |
| Client Consultation | 4 |
| Manicure & Hand/Arm Massage | 20 |
| Pedicure | 12 |
| Tip Application & Design | 12 |
| Nail Wraps | 25 |
| Liquid and Powder Nails Extensions | 50 |
| Gel Nails | 20 |
| Nail Art | 4 |
| Retailing Techniques | 6 |
| Business Practices | 8 |
| Job Skills | 6 |
| Unassigned Hour | 38 |
| TOTAL | 250 |
Course Schedules
We offer a variety of schedules to fit your needs, so you can achieve an education while managing your other responsibilities.
| Schedule Type | Days | Time | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Part-Time | Monday and Tuesday | 9 AM – 5 PM | 18 Weeks |
| Part-Time | Wednesday through Friday | 9 AM – 5 PM | 12 Weeks |
| Weekend | Saturday and Sunday | 9 AM – 5 PM | 18 Weeks |
| Evening | Monday through Thursday | 6 PM – 9:30 PM | 18 Weeks |