Seward County Community College
Course Syllabus

1. TITLE OF COURSE: CO1110 - Nail Tech
2. COURSE DESCRIPTION: In this 10 credit hour course (350 clock hours) the student will receive instruction and practice, covering a period of 350 clock hours, of continuous training for a full time student.  Upon completion, a student will have basic skills necessary to enter the field of nail technology/nail technician.
3. DIVISION/DEPT/PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT:
4. TEXTBOOK AND MATERIALS:
   • Milady's Art and Science of Nail Technology, Milady Publishing Company, 3 Columbia Circle, P.O. Box 12519, Albany, NY 12212
   • Milady's Nail Technology Workbook, Milady Publishing Company , 3 Columbia Circle, P.O. Box 12519, Albany, NY 12212
   • State Exam Review for Nail Technology, Milady Publishing, Columbia Circle, Box 15015, Albany, NY 12212-5015
   • Required kit: Students should purchase a nail technology kit from the Cosmetology Department.
5. SCCC OUTCOMES:
   • Outcome 1:      Read with comprehension, be critical of what they read, and apply knowledge gained from their reading to broader issues of the day.
   • Outcome 2:      Communicate their ideas clearly and proficiently in writing and speaking, appropriately adjusting content and arrangement for varying audiences, purposes, and situations.
   • Outcome 3:      Solve problems using mathematical terms, symbols, patterns, information organization, and strategy development with calculators and computers as appropriate.
   • Outcome 4:      Think critically by gathering facts, generating insights, analyzing data, and evaluating information.
6. GENERAL COURSE OUTCOMES: To provide the student with the information and practical exposure to pass their state board exam and to secure employment as a licensed nail technologist.
7. COURSE COMPETENCIES: Texts/exams/quizzes will be given upon the completion of each chapter.  Worksheets are due before each chapter exam.  Students will have at least two (2) mock state board sessions before graduation.  There may be more if time allows.  Proper cosmetology procedures for each outline topic will be provided to students on a daily basis.  The student will cover the following areas:
   • Professional Image
     • Professional salon conduct towards employers, coworkers, and clients
     • Professional ethics towards employers, coworkers, and clients
     • Professional appearance
   • II.   Bacteria and Other Infectious Agents
     • Bacteria
       • Types of bacteria
       • Growth and reproduction
       • Movement
     • Viruses
       • Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrom (AIDS)
     • Fungus and mold
       • Nail fungus
       • Nail mold
     • Parasites
     • Rickettsia
     • Understanding infection
       • Immunity to infection
       • How infections breed in the salon
       • How nail technicians can fight infections
   • Sanitation
     • Methods of sanitation
       • Sanitation with physical agents
       • Sanitation with chemical agents
       • Equipment used in sanitation
       • Learn different chemical sanitizing agent
       • Learn what disinfectants are approved
       • Pre-service sanitation procedure
       • End-of-day sanitation
     • Safety precautions
   • Safety in the Salon
     • Common chemicals used in the salon
     • Learn about chemicals in nail products
       • Learn about MSDS sheets
     • Learn how products can harm you
     • Learn how to protect yourself and your clients
   • Anatomy and Physiology
     • Cells
       • Cell growth
       • Cell metabolism
     • Tissues
     • Organs
     • Systems
     • Skeletal system
       • Structure of the bones
       • Joints
       • Bones of the hand and arm
       • Bones of the foot and leg
     • Muscular system
       • Muscle parts
       • Stimulation of the muscles
       • Muscles affected by massage
     • Nervous system
       • The brain and spinal cord
       • Nerve cells and nerves
     • Circulatory system
       • The heart
       • The blood
     • Endocrine system
     • Excretory system
     • Respiratory system
     • Digestive system
   • The Nail and Its Disorders
     • Parts of the nail
       • Structures beneath the nail
       • Skin surrounding the nail
     • Nail disorders
       • Disorders that can be serviced
       • Disorders that cannot be
   • The Skin and Its Disorders
     • Healthy skin
       • Function of the skin
       • Structures of the skin
       • Nourishment of the skin
       • Nerves of the skin
       • Glands of the skin
       • Elasticity of the skin
     • Skin disorders
       • Lesions of the skin
       • Inflammations of the skin
       • Infections of the skin
     • Pigmentation of the skin
     •  Hypertrophies of the skin
   • Client Consultation
     • Determining the condition of nails and skin
     • Determining your clients needs
     • Meeting your clients needs
     • Completing the client health/record card
     • Maintaining the client service record
   • Manicuring
     • Nail technology supplies
       • Equipment
       • Implements
       • Materials
       • Nail cosmetics
     • Procedure for basic table set-up
     • Choosing a nail shape
     • Water manicures
       • Pre-service
       • Procedure
       • Post-Service
     • French manicures
     • Reconditioning manicures
       • Pre-service
       • Procedure
     • Man's manicure
       • Procedure
     • Electric manicures
     • Hand and arm massage
   • Pedicuring
     • Supplies
     • Pedicure
       • Pre-service
       • Procedure
       • Post-services
     • Foot massage
   • Nail Tips
     • Supplies
     • Nail tip application
       • Pre-service
       • Procedure
       • Post-service
   • Nail Wraps
     • Fabric wraps
     • Supplies
       • Pre-service
       • Procedure
       • Post-service
     • Fabric wrap maintenance, removal, and repair
     • Paper wraps
       • Supplies
     • Paper wrap application procedure
     • ]Liquid nail wraps
   • Acrylic Nails
     • Acrylic nails over forms
       • Supplies
       • Pre-service
       • Procedure
       • Post-service
     • Acrylic nail application over tips or natural nails
       • Procedure
     • Acrylic nail application over bitten nails
       • Procedure
     • Acrylic nail maintenance removal
     • Odorless acrylics
   • The Creative Touch
     • Creating nail art
       • Gems
       • Striping tape
       • Foil
       • Nail tape application
       • Gold leaf application
       • Freehand painting
     • Airbrushing for nail color and nail art
       • Airbrush equipment and operation
     • Two-color fade
     • Traditional french manicure
   • Salon Business
     • Keeping business records
     • Advertising
   • Selling Nail Products and Services
     • Product features and benefits
   • Gels
     • Light-cured gels on tips and natural nails
       • Supplies
       • Gel application pre-service
       • Light-cured gel procedure
       • Gel application post-service
     • Light-cured over forms
     • No light gel application
     • Gel maintenance and removal
   • Nail Product Chemistry Simplified
     • Understanding chemicals
       • Matter and energy
       • Molecules and elements
       • Forms of matter
       • Chemical reactions
       • Catalyst
       • Solvents and solutes
     • Adhesion and Adhesives
       • Primers
     • Fingernail coating
       • Monomers and polymers
       • Understanding polymerization
       • Simple vs cross-linking polymer chains
       • Light and heat energy
       • Evaporation coatings
     • Avoiding skin problems
       • Dermatitis
       • Prolonged or repeated contact
       • Irritant contact dermatitis
       • Protect yourself
     • Overexposure principle
   • Competencies:
     • Students will be able to do and follow the correct procedures for:
       • A water manicure with a hand and arm massage
       • Sculpture nails
       • Nail tip application
       • Nail wrap application
8. INSTRUCTIONAL METHODS:
   • Instructor presentation/demonstration
   • Laser disc presentation
   • DVD/Video presentation
   • Guest presenters
   • Textbooks
9. INSTRUCTIONAL AND RESOURCE MATERIALS:
   • Textbooks
   • magazines
   • video tapes
   • laser disc programs pertaining to nail technology.
10. METHODS OF ASSESSMENT:
    • Points
      • Theory Class = 30%
      • Demonstration Class = 35%
      • Salon/Lab = 35%
    • Grading Scale:
      • 94 - 100 = A Excellent
      • 87 - 93 = B Good
      • 80 - 86 = C Satisfactory
      • 75 - 79 = D Unsatisfactory
      • 74 and below  = F Unsatisfactory
    • SCCC Instructional Outcomes will be assessed as follows:
      • Instructional Outcome #1 will be assessed and measured by class participation and writing assignments indicating comprehension of material read.
      • Instructional Outcome #2 will be assessed and measured by daily writing assignments and a portfolio showing progress throughout the course.
      • Instructional Outcome #3 will be assessed and measured by practical and testing.
      • Instructional Outcome #4 will be assessed and measured by utilizing appropriate technology available in the program such as laser discs, bar coding, and computers.
11. ADA STATEMENT
    • If you believe that you are entitled to special accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Dean of Student Services at 620-417-1016 or visit the office located in the Hobble Academic Building.