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ESTH 1501: Nail Foundations
Effective date
May 2021
Department
Esth-Skin & Body Non-ITA
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces students to the history, trends, and business career opportunities of the nail industry. Students learn personal/public hygiene and professionalism related in the salon and spa. This course covers diseases & disorders of the skin and nails, bacteriology, sterilization, sanitation and disinfection. Students are introduced to all aspects of physiology and anatomy and the related processes and systems of the nail and skin.
Students learn the foundation for manicuring, pedicuring and nail treatments. Areas explored include identifying various shapes of nails, specialized hand and nail treatments, specific massage techniques, nail polish and gel application using UV & LED light, and removing such products without causing damage to the natural nail.
Credits
9.0
Year of study
Continuing Professional Development
Prerequisites
None
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Identify safety, hygiene, and sanitation standards and regulations within the nail technology industry.
- Define human anatomy, physiology and chemical composition specific to concerns relating to nails, hands, feet and skin.
- Apply the principles of colour and design to nails.
- Define and identify contagious and non-contagious diseases.
- Perform manicure and pedicure nail treatments, identifying various shapes of nails, specialized hand and nail treatments.
- Perform specific massage techniques related to the hand, arm, foot and leg.
- Identify and describe the importance of ethical and professional behaviour appropriate to the spa environment.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
Challenge exam and/or portfolio. Contact the Department for details.
Hours
Lecture, Online, Seminar, Tutorial: 50
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 100
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 50
Total Hours: 200
Clinical, Lab, Rehearsal, Shop, Kitchen, Simulation, Studio: 100
Practicum, Self-Paced, Individual Learning: 50
Total Hours: 200
Instructional Strategies
Practical training is conducted in a modern, fully equipped public and training spa where treatments are offered to the public, providing authentic industry experience.
Instructional strategies may include experiential learning, demonstrations, guest speakers, field trips, skills competitions, case studies, group work, online activities, workshops and webinars.
Instructional strategies may include experiential learning, demonstrations, guest speakers, field trips, skills competitions, case studies, group work, online activities, workshops and webinars.
Grading System
Percentages
Passing grade
70
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
35 |
Theoretical and practical assignments including polish application, manicure and pedicure procedures |
|
Clinical Examination |
20 |
Performance of manicure and pedicure treatments |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
Quizzes on topics taught |
|
Final Exam |
20 |
Final written exam of all topics |
Course topics
- Introduction to Nail Technology
- Safe Practices
- Anatomy & Physiology
- Hand & Nail Treatments
- Foot & Nail Treatments
- Soak Off Gel Nail Treatments
Notes:
- Course contents and descriptions, offerings and schedules are subject to change without notice.
- Students are required to follow all College policies including ones that govern their educational experience at VCC. Policies are available on the VCC website at:
https://www.vcc.ca/about/governance--policies/policies/. - To find out if there are existing transfer agreements for this course, visit the BC Transfer Guide at https://www.bctransferguide.ca.