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ESTH 1502: Artificial Nails
Effective date
May 2021
Department
Esth-Skin & Body Non-ITA
School
Trades, Technology and Design
Description
This course introduces advanced techniques of artificial nails. Emphasis is placed on the procedures for applying nail tips, liquid and powder acrylic, and UV & LED gel. Students learn to apply sculptured nails over a nail form and over an artificial tip to meet client needs, and safe removal of acrylic and gel overlay. Students practice and complete basic and advanced nail art techniques, free hand painting, application of gems, foiling, stripping tape, gold leaf, and 3D nail art. Students also learn career and salon management skills and business planning relating to daily operations and promotional salon events.
During a one-week supervised practicum, students are introduced to a professional spa/nail salon setting that allows them to observe, practice, and perform manicures, pedicures, and artificial nails in a professional setting.
Credits
9.0
Year of study
Continuing Professional Development
Prerequisites
ESTH 1501 with a minimum 70% grade or equivalent.
Corequisites
None
Course Learning Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
- Perform artificial nail techniques including procedures for applying nail tips, liquid and powder acrylic, UV & LED gel, and sculptured nails over a nail form or over a tip.
- Remove acrylic and gel nails safely.
- Demonstrate nail art techniques including free hand painting, application of gems, foiling, stripping tape, and gold leaf, and 3D nail art.
- Apply effective job search techniques and resume/cover letter skills for the purpose of gaining skillful employment.
- Apply career and salon management skills related to daily operations of a salon, including financial aspects, business planning and event planning.
- Perform in an ethical and professional manner appropriate to a spa environment.
- Perform advanced nail treatments based on client consultation.
Prior Learning Assessment & Recognition (PLAR)
None
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.
A one-week work practicum offers students spa industry work experience, opportunities to practice knowledge and skills learned throughout the program and potential for employment.
Instructional strategies may include experiential learning, demonstrations, guest speakers, field trips, skills competitions, case studies, group work, online activities, workshops and webinars.
A one-week work practicum offers students spa industry work experience, opportunities to practice knowledge and skills learned throughout the program and potential for employment.
Grading System
Percentages
Passing grade
70
Evaluation Plan
|
Type |
Percentage |
Assessment activity |
|
Assignments |
25 |
Theoretical and practical assignments: advanced nail techniques, career skills, salon management skills |
|
Clinical Examination |
20 |
Performance of gel sculptured nails, acrylic sculptured nails, overlays with tips |
|
Quizzes/Tests |
25 |
Quizzes on topics |
|
Practicum |
10 |
Supervised work experience at a spa/nail salon |
|
Final Exam |
20 |
Final written exam of all topics |
Course topics
- Acrylic, Gel and Tip Applications
- Nail Art
- Safe Removal of Artificial Nails
- Resume and Cover Letter
- Salon Management
- Practicum
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.