MANICURING COURSE DESCRIPTION
MANICURING: SOC 39.5092.00, CIP code 12.0410
*THIS PROGRAM IS NOT CURRENTLY BEING OFFERED.
The curriculum involves 300 hours to satisfy New Jersey state requirements. The primary purpose of the manicure course is to train students in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitude necessary to pass the state board examination and acquire competency in an entry-level job position as a nail care technician or related career avenue.
*Graduates are prepared to be entry level manicurist.
This course is taught in English. Textbooks and Course Materials are only offered in the English Language only.
MANICURING COURSE OUTLINE AND OVERVIEW
Course Hours: 300 clock hours *Not currently offering this program
The complete manicuring course consists of 300 clock hours as prescribed by the New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling. The educational objective of the manicuring course is providing the student with training sufficient to pass the State Board exam, to become properly licensed, and to perform all duties required under such license and secure employment at an entry level. Classes begin on the first Monday of every month unless otherwise scheduled. Successful completion of the course qualifies you to apply for a New Jersey State manicurist’s license. Transfer students are accepted for a maximum of 100 hours and are subject to the regulations of the New Jersey State Board.
During the first 150 hours, your time is spent in classroom work consisting of lectures, demonstrations, practice on “practice hands” and evaluations.
Upon completion of 150 hours, all assigned work and upon recommendation of your instructor, you will advance to senior status, and be permitted to practice on clients. All of your remaining time will be spent on practical work, additional lectures, demonstrations and complete subject/theory review. Obtaining a license in Manicuring will permit occupations as a nail technician, pedicurist, waxing specialist, artificial nail technician, manicurist.
MANICURING COURSE SUBJECTS
*The school is not offering this program at this time.
The instructional program of Parisian Beauty Academy meets or exceeds the state requirements:
| Subject | Hrs. of class & subject related instruction | Hrs. of Practical Instruction | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| State Laws, Rules & Regulations for Cosmetology & Hairstyling & Administrative Shop Operations | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Professional Image, Hygiene & Related Practices | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| Decontamination & Infection Control | 15 | 5 | 20 |
| Manicuring & Pedicuring | 10 | 45 | 55 |
| Diseases and Disorders of the Nail | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Anatomy of the Hand, Arm, Foot, & Leg | 10 | 0 | 10 |
| Nail Tips and Extentions | 5 | 25 | 30 |
| Nail Wraps | 5 | 25 | 30 |
| Nail Gels | 5 | 15 | 20 |
| Sculptured Nails | 10 | 30 | 40 |
| Nail Art | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| The Skin and its Diseases | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Removal of unwanted Hair | 10 | 30 | 40 |
| First Aid | 5 | 0 | 5 |
| Chemicals & Chemistry Relating to Products | 13 | 0 | 13 |
| TOTAL HOURS | 120 | 180 | 300 |
The institution offers employment assistance to help graduates’ efforts to secure education-related employment that includes, but is not limited to training in professionalism, resume’ development, job interview preparation and job search skills.
MANICURING PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE
The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 300-hour course:
- Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on each assigned theory exam. If a student fails to pass these exams on their second attempt, they may be asked to withdraw and re-enroll in the next Core class start date.
- Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on their final exam.
- Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on all worksheets and assessments.
MANICURING INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS
The 300-hour manicuring program are provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for State Board preparation, graduation, and job entry level skill. Clinic equipment, implements and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career-oriented activities. The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans that reflect the latest educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of lectures, demonstration, distance education, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, and other related learning methods are used in the course.