NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE DESCRIPTION
SOC 39-5092.00, CIP Code: 12.0410
The curriculum involves 600 hours to satisfy Idaho state requirements.. All courses are taught in English. 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, Idaho state laws & regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.
The state of Idaho requires 400 hours of education to become licensed as a nail technician; however, the school is approved by the state to offer a 600 hour nail technology course. With the additional 200 hours the students will be able to apply for Title IV funding. The additional course hours also include curriculum designed to help students better understand all aspects of starting and managing their own business, as well as offering additional practical experience to help prepare them to pass the state board exam.
SOC 39-5092.00, CIP Code: 12.0410
The curriculum involves 400 hours to satisfy Idaho state requirements.. All courses are taught in English. 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, Idaho state laws & regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.
*Graduates are prepared to be an entry level nail technician.
This course is taught in English. Textbooks and course materials are only offered in the English language.
NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE OVERVIEW
Course Hours: 600 clock hours
The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinic classroom learning experiences.
- Pre-Clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 140 hours are devoted to pre-clinical classroom instruction where Future Professionals develop foundational knowledge and practical skills through classroom workshops, demonstrations, theory instruction, and guided practice. Instruction emphasizes design principles, technical procedures, safety and sanitation, professional conduct, and readiness for supervised services.
- Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: Future Professionals apply classroom learning through supervised practical instruction and guest services. With coaching and guidance from Learning Leaders, they refine technical skills, consultation and communication, guest experience, product recommendations, and professional work habits. Learning continues through mini-classes, feedback, and structured practice.
Course Hours: 400 clock hours
The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinic classroom learning experiences.
- Pre-Clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 140 hours are devoted to pre-clinical classroom instruction where Future Professionals develop foundational knowledge and practical skills through classroom workshops, demonstrations, theory instruction, and guided practice. Instruction emphasizes design principles, technical procedures, safety and sanitation, professional conduct, and readiness for supervised services.
- Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: Future Professionals apply classroom learning through supervised practical instruction and guest services. With coaching and guidance from Learning Leaders, they refine technical skills, consultation and communication, guest experience, product recommendations, and professional work habits. Learning continues through mini-classes, feedback, and structured practice.
NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE OUTLINE
- Core Curriculum: The Core Curriculum introduces the foundational principles and skills of the program through theory instruction, demonstrations, and hands-on practice. Future Professionals build essential technical knowledge, safety and sanitation practices, client care, and professional habits. Learning Leaders monitor progress, and learning is evaluated through written, oral, and practical methods, as applicable. Completing Core successfully prepares students for the next phase of their education, including supervised clinic classroom experiences.
- Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: In the clinic classroom, Future Professionals provide services to guests under Learning Leader supervision. They keep learning and reinforce classroom instruction through coaching, mini-classes, practical worksheets, and progress evaluations. They practice consultations, service planning, technical proficiency, guest communication, sanitation and safety, and professional service habits.
- Classroom Learning Experience: Instruction combines theory, demonstrations, and practical application. Additional learning opportunities may address retailing and product knowledge, communication, professional development, motivation, and career readiness, facilitated by appropriate school team members or guest artists.
NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE SUBJECTS 600 clock hours
The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Boise meets or exceeds the state requirements.
| Subject | Theory Minimum requirements | Practical Minimum Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Theory | 60 |
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| 2. Free Form Acrylic | 10 | 40 |
3. Basic Product Application
| 25 | 100 |
| 4. Acrylic over Tips | 10 | 40 |
| 5. Silks, Fiberglass | 5 |
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| 6. Gel over Tips | 10 | 40 |
| 7. Manicures & Massage | 5 | 25 |
| 8. Pedicures & Massage | 5 | 15 |
| 9. Sanitation, Chemistry, Bacteriology, Sterilization, & antiseptics | 10 | 45 |
| 10. History of the hands and feet, skin, muscles, nails & nerves | 10 |
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| 11. Fills | 15 | 45 |
| 12. Structure of hands and feet, Disease of the skin glands & Nail Disorders | 10 |
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| 13. Chemistry & Electricity | 10 |
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| 14. Idaho State Laws & Rules governing the practice of nail technology | 15 |
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| 15. Blood Spill Procedures | 5 |
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| 16. Nail Art to Include 3D Nail Art | 10 | 15 |
| 17. Salon Management | 5 |
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| 18. Professionalism/Resume, Development Interview, & Prep & Job Search Skills | 5 |
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| 19. Electric File Concepts | 15 |
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| Total | 235 | 365 |
| TOTAL CLOCK HOURS | 600 | |
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.
NAIL TECHNOLOGY COURSE SUBJECTS 400 clock hours
The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Boise meets or exceeds the state requirements.
| Subject | Theory Minimum requirements | Practical Minimum Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Theory | 30 |
|
| 2. Free Form Acrylic | 5 | 40 |
3. Basic Product Application
| 15 | 60 |
| 4. Acrylic over Tips | 5 | 20 |
| 5. Silks, Fiberglass | 5 |
|
| 6. Gel over Tips | 5 | 35 |
| 7. Manicures & Massage | 5 | 25 |
| 8. Pedicures & Massage | 5 | 15 |
| 9. Sanitation, Chemistry, Bacteriology, Sterilization, & antiseptics | 5 | 15 |
| 10. History of the hands and feet, skin, muscles, nails & nerves | 5 |
|
| 11. Fills | 5 | 45 |
| 12. Structure of hands and feet, Disease of the skin glands & Nail Disorders | 5 |
|
| 13. Chemistry & Electricity | 5 |
|
| 14. Idaho State Laws & Rules governing the practice of nail technology | 5 |
|
| 15. Blood Spill Procedures | 5 |
|
| 16. Nail Art to Include 3D Nail Art | 5 | 15 |
| 17. Salon Management | 5 |
|
| 18. Professionalism/Resume, Development Interview, & Prep & Job Search Skills | 5 |
|
| 19. Electric File Concepts | 5 |
|
| Total | 130 | 270 |
| TOTAL CLOCK HOURS | 400 | |
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.
NAIL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM TESTING AND GRADING PROCEDURE
The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 400-hour and 600-hour course:
- Academic theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each assigned theory exam.
- Final Exam: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on their final exam.
- 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 Edular app. All assigned practical skill assessments must be completed in order to complete the program.
nail technology 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.