Manicure Course Information

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Manicure Course Description 

Standard Occupational Classification (SOC 39-5094.00)  
Classification of Instructional Programs (CIP 12.0414)

*This program is only offered at the Toledo campus.

The curriculum involves 200 hours to satisfy Ohio state requirements. The course includes instruction and practical experience in acrylic nails, gel nails, manicures, pedicures, massage, customer service, personal appearance & hygiene, personal motivation and development, retail skills, client record keeping, business ethics, state laws and regulations, salon-type administration, and job interviewing.

*Graduates are prepared to become an entry level manicurist.
This course is taught in English. Textbooks and course materials are only offered in the English Language.

Manicure Course Overview

Course Hours: 200 clock hours

The course is divided into pre-clinical classroom instruction and clinical service learning experiences.

  1. Pre-clinical Classroom Instruction: The first 70 hours are devoted to classroom workshops where students learn design principles, technical information, and professional practices.
  2. Clinic Classroom Learning Experience: The remaining 130 hours are spent in the clinic floor area where practical experience is gained.

Manicure Course Outline

Your time at Paul Mitchell The School Toledo for the Manicure program will be divided into two designations:

  1. Core Curriculum: This 70-hour time period is dedicated to exploring foundational knowledge and basic nails procedures. You will receive individual attention in practical workshops, and you will complete monthly worksheets and periodic tests throughout the course. This is an intense and exciting portion of your experience.
  2. Mentor Learning Experience: Your remaining hours will be spent in a clinic classroom environment. You will dress, act, and work like a beauty industry professional. You will use your own technical and therapeutic abilities, coupled with the assistance of Learning Leaders, to provide service to guests. You will make discoveries and learn relationship-building skills that will ensure your success in this exciting, diverse field.

Manicure Course Subjects

The instructional program of Paul Mitchell The School Toledo meets or exceeds the state requirements.

Subject

CORE HOURS 200 

CLINIC MINIMUM 50%

THEORY MINIMUM 25%

  1. General Sciences
    Infection Control Principles/Practices
    Universal Precautions
    General Anatomy
    Nail Structure & Growth
    Nail Diseases & Disorders
    Electricity Basics 
    Chemistry Basics

40

20

10

  1. Nail Care
    Client Protection
    Client Consultation
    Basic Manicure
    Basic Pedicure
    Massage
    Tools & Equipment
    Color Theory
    Polish

70

35

17.50

  1. Nail Enhancements
    Application/procedures/Maintenance/Repair
    Wraps
    Tips
    Monomer and polymer nail enhancements UV Gel
    Electric Filing
    Product Chemistry
    Embellishments

70

35

17.50

  1. Salon Operations & Communication Skills
    Salon Operation & Management
    Career Development/Professional Image Communication/Life Skills
    Ohio Administrative Code & Ohio Revised Code Inspection/Enforcement/Policies/Procedures
    Continuing Education
    Human Trafficking – One (1) Hour Required

20

10

5

TOTAL CLOCK HOURS

200

100

50

Flexible Learning Hours

50

Flexible Learning Hours may be used:

  1. At the school’s discretion throughout the curriculum
  2. To create an Individualized Learning Plan
  3. For internship Hours

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.

Manicure Program Testing and Grading Procedure

The following tests and grading procedures are used to assess student learning and mastery of course content in the 200-hour course:

  1. Academic theory exams: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on each assigned theory exam. Exams are completed at the conclusion of each online theory module.
  2. Midterm written and practical: Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on all final exams.
  3. Final written and practical: The written test covers an overview of all theory instruction, Ohio state law, and other items covered on the state esthetics exam. Students must receive a grade of 70% or higher on all final exams.
  4. 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 Course Key app. All assigned practical skill assessments must be completed in order to complete the program.

Manicure INSTRUCTIONAL TECHNIQUES AND METHODS

The programs 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.