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Manicure Program

600 clock hours

Achieve your full potential in modern manicuring

Gain the knowledge and skills to become a licensed manicurist through demonstrations, hands-on practice and classroom study

No previous experience required

Manicure Program

(17 weeks / 5 months for full-time students)

(30 weeks / 8 months for part-time students)

Clock hours

Orientation

Introduces the manicuring curriculum

15

Equipment, Implements and Supplies

Explains how to use manicuring tools and supplies

15

Procedures

Explains manicure, pedicure, hand and arm massage, paraffin dip, artificial nails, acrylics, tips, wraps, gels and nail art

320

Bacteriology, Sanitation and Safety

Covers client protection, sanitation and working safely with salon chemicals 

100

Professional Practices

Discusses manicuring as a career, salon procedures and management, salesmanship, public relations, professional ethics, attitudes and grooming

80

Anatomy of Hands and Arms

Focuses on the structure and function of bones, muscles and nerves in the hand and arm and the composition,  structure, conditions and diseases of skin and nails

70

Total 

A clock hour equals 60 minutes.

600

Tools Provided

  • Student kit with top-of-the-line OPI implements including pushers, files, Acrylic powder, Monomer and brushes, nail tips, Gel supplies, polish, practice hand, rolling case and locking cabinet
  • Salon Fundamentals Textbooks
  • Uniform smock

Program Phases

The manicure program is divided in 2 phases. Each phase includes theory, projects and practicals designed to enhance and complete your learning experience. In Phase 1, you learn the fundamentals of nail services and sanitation. Students pass the Phase 1 practical exam to begin the second phase.

 

In Phase 2, you begin to work on clients under supervision and support of an instructor. You advance into the latest trends and techniques, building confidence and developing your professional abilities. Students pass a mock State board practical exam to be eligible for graduation.
 

 

Download the course syllabus:  Manicure

 

Tuition and Fees

Tuition for 600 clock hours

$4000

Down payment due by start of class

Student kit

$720

due by start of class

(nonrefundable)

Student books

$140

due by start of class

(nonrefundable)

Registration fee

$100

due with Enrollment Contract

(nonrefundable)

TDLR Student permit fee

 

$25

due by start of class

(nonrefundable)

Total

$4985

(All prices are subject to change)

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