Includes care and beautification of the hands, arms, feet, legs, and nails; practice in giving basic manicures, pedicures, hand/arm massages, and foot/leg massages. A study is made of proper use of instruments, equipment, personal hygiene, sanitation, common nail conditions, diseases, and State Board rules and regulations affecting the cosmetologist performing manicuring, pedicuring, hand/arm and leg/foot massages.
Prerequisites
Acceptance into Gila Community College’s Cosmetology or Nail Technician Program.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Treat nail disorders and diseases.
- Apply safety precautions to protect patrons and the public.
- Demonstrate professional manicuring and pedicuring techniques.
- Administer professional hand/arm and foot/leg massage.