Manicurist
Winter 2019
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:
- Students must maintain a 2.1 in all professional classes to complete the program and pass exit exams with a minimum score of 2.5 to be prepared to take the Washington state licensing exam for manicurist.
- Upon successful completion of the coursework, the student will be prepared to take the Washington State licensing exam for manicurist.
Physical Requirements:
- Normal or corrected vision
- Must be able to work with arms at shoulder level for extended periods of time
- Must be able to sit for extended periods of time.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Understand the various phases and levels of basic through advanced nail care.
- Know how to safely and correctly use modern nail care machines.
- Understand and demonstrate proper artificial nail application and removal process.
- Know specific first aid applications focused on nail care.
- Demonstrate the ability to successfully complete the state required practical examination for licensure.
- 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 113 | Manicuring Concepts I | 5 |
COS 114 | Manicuring Applications I 1 | 10 |
COS 119 | Advanced Manicuring Concepts | 1 |
EMS 120 | Basic First Aid in the Workplace | 2 |
| 18 |
Second Quarter |
COS 115 | Manicuring Concepts II | 4 |
COS 116 | Manicuring Applications II 1 | 10 |
COS 129 | Advanced Manicuring Applications | 2 |
| 16 |
34 credits are required for the Certificate |
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1 | COS 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. |
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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.