MANICURING COURSE
About Course
Graduates of this course will have acquired the knowledge and skills to pass the State Board examination and seek employment in a beauty salon as a nail technician.
Beginner or Freshman Level
Students spend a minimum of 40 hours learning the fundamentals of manicuring. Daily classes for theory and application. Students practice their newly learned skills on simulated fingers and models. Students must pass with 90% in final practical and written tests before progressing to Senior level.
Advanced or Senior Level
Students spend a minimum of five hours per week in theory classes in addition to special nail classes and demonstrations. Senior students are expected to be able to perform all applications with 90% comprehension and pass all written and practical tests. It is the students responsibility to complete State required theory hours during regular class time.
Course Details
- 400 Clock-hour Course
- Class Schedule
- Course Completion Timeline
- Financial Aid NOT Available
Tue - Thurs: 8:30am - 5:00pm
24 Hours / Week Schedule:
4.17 Months with No Absences
Total Cost: $5,262.50
Tuition - $4,000
Books/Kit* - $1,000
Registration Fee - $150
Application Fee - $100
Student Tuition Recovery** - $12.50
Room/Board - Not Offered
*Applicable sales tax is charged and included in books and kit cost.
**As applicable, an additional fee (Student Tuition Recovery Fund) required by the State of California is charged to the student in the amount of $2.50 per $1000. This fee is collected by the school on behalf of the student and sent to the State.
Manicuring Curricula
400 Minimum Hours
Cosmetology Act & the Board’s Rules & Regulations
Chemistry Related to Manicuring
Health & Safety / Hazardous Substances
Disinfection & Sanitation
Bacteriology, Anatomy & Physiology
Water & Oil Manicures
Complete Pedicure
Application of Artificial Nails (Liquid & Powder Brush-Ons, Nail Tips, Gels, Nail Wraps & Repairs)
Instructor Discretion
Before You Enroll
2020 Naccas Success Rates
On-time Completion / Graduation Rate - 80%
Students that completed Manicuring program for the most recently completed award year.
Licensing Rate - 100%
Students that completed Manicuring program, passed State Board exam, and obtained license.
Job Placement Rate - 75%
Students that completed Manicuring program, passed State Board exam, obtained license, and secured employment in Manicuring.
Entering the Workforce
The O*NET and CIP codes for the Manicuring program will help prepare students to enter into the respective occupations:
Manicurists & Pedicurists
O*NET Code 39-5092.00
Nail Technician / Specialist & Manicurist
CIP Code 12.0410
A recognized occupation is defined by an Occupational Information Network (O*NET-SOC code) established by the Department of Labor.