Nails Course Information

NAILS COURSE DESCRIPTION

SOC 39-5092.00, CIP Code: 12.0410
*This program is not being offered at this time.
The curriculum involves 350 hours to satisfy Kansas state requirements. The course of study includes extensive instruction and practical experience in manicures, pedicures, massage, customer service, personal appearance & hygiene, personal motivation & development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, as well as sanitation, Kansas state laws & regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.

*Graduates are prepared to be entry level nail technicians.

This course is taught in English.

NAILS COURSE OVERVIEW

Course Hours: 350 clock hours

The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinical service learning experiences.

1. Pre-clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 100 hours are devoted to classroom workshops, demonstration, and practical experience. You will learn nail principles, technical information, and professional practices.
2. Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: The remaining 250 hours are spent in the clinic area, gaining practical experience.

NAILS COURSE OUTLINE

Your time at Paul Mitchell The School Wichita for the nails program will be divided into two (2) designations:

1. Core Curriculum: This 100 hour time period is dedicated to exploring foundational knowledge and basic nails procedures. You will receive individual attention in practical workshops, and you will complete monthly worksheets and periodic tests throughout the course. This is an intense and exciting portion of your experience.
2. Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: Your remaining 250 hours will be spent in a clinic environment. You will dress, act, and work like a true professional. You will use your own technical and therapeutic abilities, coupled with the assistance of Learning Leaders, to provide service to guests. You will make discoveries and learn relationship-building skills that will ensure your success in this exciting, diverse field.

NAILS COURSE SUBJECTS

The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Wichita meets or exceeds the state requirements.

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. No additional hours will be required to complete the additional training and these additional courses are not a requirement for state licensure.

NAILS PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE

The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 350-hour course:

1. Academic theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on each assigned theory exam.
2. Final Exam: Students must receive a grade of 80% or higher on their final exam.
3. Clinic Practical Skill Assessments: Future Professionals progress in practical skill assessments and theory hours will be digitally monitored on a weekly basis by the Future Professional Advisor using the Course Key app. All assigned practical skill assessments must be completed in order to complete the program.

NAILS INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS

The courses are provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for State Board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. 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 lecture, demonstration, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, and other related learning methods are used in the course.