Cosmetology Nail Technician

20206 

Advisors: ​Sara Brewer and Alison Zache (Gila Pueblo), Rebekah Cheney (Payson)

This program prepares you for an entry-level position as a Nail Technician. Emphasis is on basic nail care, manicuring, and hand and arm massage. Upon successful completion of the nail tech program, a minimum of two (2) semesters to obtain the 600 hours of training necessary, students will be eligible to take the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology Nail Technician exam. 

In addition to general tuition, a required course fee will be applied per credit hour for all Cosmetology/Nail Tech courses enrolled and depending on the Academy being attended course fees may vary. Contact GCC at 928-468-8038 or 928-428-8878 for more information. 

Entry into the Cosmetology/Nail Tech program requires prior admission. 

Special Note: A high school program is also offered to qualified students through a career and technical education school district (CTED/CVIT/NAVIT). The high school program meets four hours (4) a day, five (5) days a week, and eight (8) hours on each of the two required Saturdays a month during the regular school year. The high school program will take two (2) semesters to complete and is a Fall start only beginning their junior or senior year. 

Program Learning Outcomes 

1. Implement the basic science of bacteriology, sanitation, and sterilization for client protection related to manicuring, pedicuring, and related procedures and services and be able to demonstrate it daily by using all safety precautions 
2. Identify laws, rules, and regulations of Arizona State Board of Cosmetology. 
3. Complete a portfolio containing a résumé and assignments demonstrating the skill level of an existing student. 
4. Acquire basic skills needed to pass the Arizona State Board of Cosmetology licensing exam.