COSM 150

Art and Science of Nail Technology

This one-semester course provides instruction in technical and theoretical knowledge that directly relates to the beginning, intermediate, and advanced theory and practical training in manicuring and pedicuring. After completion of this course students will be eligible to apply for the California State Board Manicure Examination. The course will include theory of professional image, theory in procedures for basic and spa manicuring and pedicuring treatments, acrylic nail application, nail tip and wrap application, gel nail light and no-light cured application, electric file application, basic airbrushing application, nail art and design, nail salon business, and customer service techniques.

Units: 11.0

Hours: 200 hours LEC