Programs

Course Details

Course Code:  COSM 150

Calendar Description:

The nail care course focuses on the theory of nail anatomy, physiology, microbiology, chemistry and the care of nails, there growth, structure and composition and diseases. The theory of manicuring, pedicuring, nail tips and acrylic nails are also covered.

Date First Offered:  2008-09-01

Hours:

• Total Hours: 96
• Lecture Hours: 24

Total Weeks:  4

This course is offered online:  No

Pre-Requisites:

• COSM 140 Unit 4: Skin Care

Non-Course Pre-Requisites:  NONE

Co-Requisites:  NONE

Rearticulation Submission:  No

Course Content:

• Nail Diseases and Disorders
• Manicuring
• Pedicuring
• Nail Tips, Wraps, and No-Light Gels
• Acrylic (Methacrylate) Nails
• UV Gels

Learning Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, learners will be able to:

• Identify and describe the various disorders and irregularities of nails
• Recognize diseases of the nails that should not be treated in the salon
• Identify the four types of nail implements and/or tools required to perform a manicure
• Describe the safe and correct handling of nail implements and tools
• Exhibit the proper set up of a manicuring table
• Describe the necessary three-part procedure requirements for nail services
• Identify the five basic nail shapes
• Describe a basic and conditioning hot oil manicure incorporating all safety, sanitation, and disinfection requirements
• List the correct techniques for the application of nail polish
• List the five basic nail polish applications
• Describe the hand and arm massage movements associated with manicuring
• Explain the procedure for a paraffin wax hand treatment
• Describe all sanitation, disinfection, and safety requirements essential to nail and hand care services
• Define and understand aromatherapy
• Identify carrier oils and understand their use
• Recognize how aromatherapy can be incorporated into a service
• Identify the equipment and materials needed for a pedicure and explain
• Explain the steps in the pedicure pre-service procedure
• Describe the proper procedures and precautions for a pedicure
• Describe the proper technique to use in filing toenails
• Describe the proper technique for trimming the nails
• Explain the procedure for a foot massage.
• Understand proper cleaning and disinfecting of pedicure equipment
• Identify the supplies needed for nail tips and explain why they are needed
• Identify the three types of nail tips
• Describe the proper procedure and precautions to use in applying nail tips
• List the procedure for the proper removal of tips
• Explain the four kinds of nail wraps and identify what they are used for
• Explain benefits of using silk, linen, fiberglass, and paper wraps
• List the proper procedures and precautions to use in fabric wrap application
• Describe the maintenance of fabric wrap, including a description of the two-week and four-week re-balance
• Explain how to use fabric wrap for crack repairs
• Describe the proper procedure and precautions for fabric wrap removal
• Define no-light gels
• Describe the proper procedures for applying no-light gels

Learners must demonstrate competencies in their skills to Industry Standards.

Grading System:  Percentage

Passing Grade:  70%

Nature of Participation:

• Participation is based on the student’s active and thoughtful engagement with the course material and their willingness to participate in each class.

Percentage of Individual Work:  100

Course Offered in Other Programs:  No

Other Programs:
esth 130

Additional Comments:

• Please review the Trades and Apprenticeship Safety and Attendance Policy.

Supplies:

• Cosmetology Learner Kit

Keys to Success:

• Attendance
• Class participation
• Maintaining a professional attitude
• Successful study habits
• Receiving a minimum of 70% in the course.

All students are expected to attend every class and to have the assigned readings completed prior to the start of class in order to contribute to class discussion

Text Books:

• Required - Barnes, L. et al, 2008, Milady's Standard Cosmetology (Thomson/ Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 24-29
• Required - Barnes, L. et al, 2008, Milady's Standard Cosmetology Practical Workbook (Thomson/ Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 24-29
• Required - Barnes, L. et al, 2008, Milady's Standard Cosmetology Study Guide (Thomson/ Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 24-29
• Required - Barnes, L. et al, 2008, Milady's Standard Cosmetology Theory Workbook (Thomson/ Delmar Learning). Chapters Covered: 24-29