Manicurist

Summer 2018

Degrees and Certificates

Program Website:

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Tuition and Fees

http://www.ccs.spokane.edu/TuitionFees

Additional Costs

Books$295
Supplies and Equipment$648
* Estimate for length of program.

Program Description

Students enrolling in the Manicurist Certificate program will receive training in all aspects of nail care.  Areas of emphasis include the application and removal of artificial nails and nail tips; various manicure and pedicure treatments; hand and feet massage techniques; and all safety and sanitation measures involved with these processes.  Upon successful completion of the coursework, the student will be prepared to take the Washington State Examination in Manicuring.

Program Requirements: Physical Requirements:

Program Learning Outcomes

  1. Understand the various phases and levels of basic through advanced nail care.
  2. Know how to safely and correctly use modern nail care machines.
  3. Understand and demonstrate proper artificial nail application and removal process.
  4. Know specific first aid applications focused on nail care.
  5. Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the state required practical examination for licensure.
  6. Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the state required written examination for licensure.

Career Opportunities

Job opportunities are very good for newcomers to this field, as well as for the experienced manicurist and those seeking part-time work. This career preparation provides excellent part-time, supplemental employment, as well as full-time employment.

POTENTIAL POSITIONS INCLUDE: manicurist, nail technician, pedicurist, salon owner, sales representative
 

Certificate - SCC

Offered at Locations:  Spokane Community College

First Quarter

COS  113Manicuring Concepts I 5
COS  114Manicuring Applications I 110
COS  119Advanced Manicuring Concepts 1
EMS  120Basic First Aid in the Workplace 2
18

Second Quarter

COS  115Manicuring Concepts II 4
COS  116Manicuring Applications II 110
COS  129Advanced Manicuring Applications 2
16
34 credits are required for the Certificate
1COS 114 and 116 may be substituted with COS 288 with the permission of the instructor. Washington State licensure requirements allow up to 10% of the student academic instruction to be met at an off campus site.

Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. the information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.