This final course in the nail technology program will concentrate on gel polish, healthful living, professional ethics, career paths, employment in the nail technology industry and nail art. Students will continue to practice in the student salon, focusing on advanced techniques, timing, safety, and sanitation.
Prerequisites
COS 223 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Student Learning Outcomes
- Outline the advantages of using gel polish versus lacquer.
- Explain and demonstrate the steps for a gel polish manicure.
- Demonstrate the steps for a French gel polish manicure.
- Outline and demonstrate the steps for gel polish removal.
- Summarize and demonstrate the steps for a structured gel manicure.
- Summarize the rules for healthful living, including diet, hydration, and personal hygiene.
- Outline and apply ergonomics while practicing nail technology.
- Model the golden rules of human communication.
- Interpret and demonstrate good ethics.
- Model a professional image and attitude.
- Demonstrate salon etiquette, including telephone use and handling difficult situations.
- Evaluate personal qualities that lead to success in the beauty industry.
- Employ tools such as goal setting, time management, and study strategies.
- Summarize and explain the state licensing examination process.
- Develop an effective resumé.
- Prepare for a job interview in the beauty industry.
- Summarize employment options for a licensed nail technician.
- Detail and discuss sales and marketing in the salon.
- Outline requirements for owning a business.
- Identify the different employment types in the beauty industry.
- Identify social media best practices.
- Develop a plan for building a personal brand.
- Outline and demonstrate the steps for a successful client consultation.
- Identify steps to build a loyal client base.
- Outline various nail art categories, including freehand, airbrush, and embellishments.
- Summarize color theory as it relates to nail technology.
- Explain use and maintenance of various nail art tools and equipment.
- Explain and demonstrate nail art techniques such as French, Ombré, color blocking, and marbling.