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Course Syllabus

TENT 1600 Advanced Techniques Class/Lab

  • Division: Business and Applied Tech
  • Department: Services Technology
  • Credit/Time Requirement: Credit: 2; Lecture: 1; Lab: 1
  • Clock/Hour Requirements: 60
  • Corequisites: COSB 1610
  • Semesters Offered: TBA
  • Semester Approved: Summer 2023
  • Five-Year Review Semester: Summer 2028
  • End Semester: Spring 2029
  • Optimum Class Size: 10
  • Maximum Class Size: 10

Course Description

In this class, students will learn basic and advanced techniques of nail care and design. The students will also demonstrate proper infection control procedures on clients and practice proper massage manipulations on clients. The students will also study and practice passing the state board exams at the minimum standard of 70%. The Nail Technology program can be taken alone or as part of the Cosmetology/Barbering program.

Practice and lab experiences include client consultation; manicuring; pedicuring; application of nail tips, wraps, gel, and acrylic enhancements; polishing techniques; nail art; and salon management. A required lab fee includes a one-time rental of a state board testing kit. This fee is non-refundable.

Justification

This course is essential in providing salon experience for the student and will provide additional support for them to take the National Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology Licensure Examination (NIC test). This is a requirement for licensure through the Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing of Utah.

Student Learning Outcomes

  1. Practice and learn the importance of safety, sanitary nail care, and infection control on both
    equipment and clients.
  2. Master fingernail extensions, basic spa manicures, and pedicures.
  3. Discuss and demonstrate proper muscle massage manipulations learned from anatomy courses.
  4. Demonstrate the safe use of electric files being used on natural and artificial nails
  5. Learn how to care for the natural nail and safely remove professional products for the natural nail.
  6. Practice and perfect knowledge and skills necessary in passing the written and practical state
    board exams.

Course Content

In this class, students will learn basic and advanced techniques of nail care and design. The students will also demonstrate proper infection control procedures on clients and practice proper massage manipulations on clients. The students will also study and practice passing the state board exams at the minimum standard of 70%.Objectives:- Practice and learn the importance of safety, sanitary nail care, and infection control on both equipment and clients.- Master fingernail extensions, basic spa manicures, and pedicures.- Discuss and demonstrate proper muscle massage manipulations learned from anatomy courses.- Demonstrate the safe use of electric files used on natural and artificial nails.- Learn how to care for the natural nail and safely remove professional products for the natural nail.- Practice and perfect knowledge and skills necessary in passing the written and practical state board exams.