
Inside the course
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Explain why cosmetologists should learn about nail extensions and resin systems.
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Explain how to prepare natural nails for a nail enhancement service.
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Describe different nail tip types.
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List the advantages of using nail forms.
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Name the eight most commonly requested nail extension shapes.
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Identify the qualities of a properly structured nail enhancement.
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Define nail resin and nail resin systems.
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Describe how nail wraps strengthen nails.
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Outline the advantages of applying a dip system.
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Explain why cosmetologists should learn about monomer liquid and polymer powder nail enhancements.
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Describe liquid and powder nail enhancement chemistry.
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Identify liquid and powder nail enhancement supplies.
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Describe two ways to create nail art using liquid and powder.
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Outline the processes of liquid and powder nail enhancement maintenance and removal.
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Explain why cosmetologists should learn about light-cured gels.
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Discuss light-cured gel chemistry.
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Explain the difference between UV and LED light used to cure gels.
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Distinguish between different nail service gel types.
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List gel application supplies.
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Describe how to store, use, and remove gels.
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Recognize when to choose gel services.
MODULES INCLUDE:
CHAP 5
6hrs
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Explain Infection Control
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Describe Federal and State Regulatory Agencies
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Recognize the Principles of Infection
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Identify Different Types of Pathogens
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Employing the Principles of Prevention
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Follow Standard Precautions to Protect Yourself and Your Clients
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Demonstrate Safe Work Practices and Safety Precautions
CHAP 4
6hrs
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Explain Why You Should Learn About Nail Structure, Disorders, and Diseases
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Define the Natural Nail Unit
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Label the Structure of the Nail
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Describe the Factors That Affect Nail Growth
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Identify Unhealthy Conditions of the Nail
CHAP 5
6hrs
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Explain Why You Need to Learn About Nail Product Chemistry
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Outline the Difference in Behavior Among Gases, Vapors, and Fumes
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Describe the Function of Adhesion, Adhesives, and Primers in Nail Products
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Define the Chemistry Behind the Adhesion of Nail Enhancements
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Compare Nail Coating Products in Terms of Their Chemical or Physical Reaction
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Describe How to Minimize Exposure to Harmful Substances
CHAP 8
6hrs
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Explain the importance of electric filing for the nail technician.
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Describe electric files.
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Compare machine features when choosing an electric file.
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Choose the proper bit for each service.
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Demonstrate electric filing techniques.
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Discuss electric filing for pedicures.
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Recognize how to troubleshoot electric filing problems.
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List safety tips for electric filing.
CHAP 9
4hrs
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Explain why a nail technician should learn about nail tips and forms.
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Identify the difference between a nail enhancement and a nail extension.
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Explain how to prepare the nail for nail extensions.
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Describe five different types of nail tips.
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List the advantages of using nail forms.
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Name the seven most common nail shapes requested with nail tips.
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Identify the qualities of a properly structured nail enhancement.
CHAP 10
4hrs
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Explain why you should learn about nail resin systems.
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Define nail resin and nail resin systems.
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Describe how the use of nail wraps can strengthen the nail.
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Outline the advantages of applying a dip system.
CHAP 11
4hrs
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Explain why you should learn about liquid and powder nail enhancements.
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Describe the chemistry of liquid and powder nail enhancements.
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Identify the supplies for liquid and powder nail enhancement services.
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Outline the processes of maintenance, repair, and removal of liquid and powder nail enhancements.
CHAP 12
4hrs
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Explain why you should learn about liquid and powder nail enhancements.
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Describe the chemistry of liquid and powder nail enhancements.
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Identify the supplies for liquid and powder nail enhancement services.
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Outline the processes of maintenance, repair, and removal of liquid and powder nail enhancements.
CHAP 13
4hrs
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Explain how nail art impacts the nail technology industry.
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Introduce clients to nail art.
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Identify the use of color theory in nail art.
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Explain how nail polish can be used to create nail art.
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Demonstrate the basic techniques used in hand-painted nail art.
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Describe how to use monomer liquid and polymer powder to create 3D nail art.
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Use UV and led gel to create an inland nail art design.
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Choose when to use an embellishment in a nail art service.
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Describe how an airbrush machine is used to create nail art.
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Explain the advantages of using stencils and stamping.
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Describe an art technique that can be created with a dip system.
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Explain the benefits of participating in nail art competitions.