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Nailcare Certificate
In the Advanced Nail Care course, integrate your conceptual knowledge of nail disorders, sanitation and product knowledge into the application of hand and nail care. Gain knowledge of the tools and products necessary to complete nail treatments according to industry standards. You will also learn how to consult clients in order to assess and document client needs for best possible results. Through hands-on training, conduct a variety of discipline-related tasks and functions that prepare you as per the nature of workplace requirements.
Practical applications include:
- Sterilization, Sanitation & Bacteriology
- Anatomy & Physiology of Hands, Arms and Feet
- Setting up for Treatments
- Manicures/Pedicures
- Natural Nail Care
- Nail Shapes, Nail Cosmetics
- Study of ingrown nails
- Nail Mending/Repairs
- Polish Application (Traditional, French and American)
- Paraffin Treatment
- Massage (Hands, Arms, Feet and Legs)
- Nail Cosmetics
- Nail Designing (Free Hand)
- Acrylic Nails
- Fiberglass Nails
- Shellac Nails
- UV Gel Nails
- Silk Wrap Nails
- Bio-gel Nails
- Personal interview to determine program suitability
- Fluency in English
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