Nail Technician

Learn to create stylish, customized, well-groomed nails for your clients by studying current nail technology, sanitation practices, management plans and nail design trends. Get hands-on experience in our Trilogy Salon and Spa, and prepare for the Wisconsin Manicurist License examination.

COURSE LIST

Course list for reference only. Current students please refer to your individualized program plan or see your advisor.
**Outside effort hours are an estimate based on state standards, and may vary from person to person.

Technical Studies (9 Credits)

Course Title
Course Number
Credits
Instructional Hours
Outside Effort Hours**
Prior Learning Credit Eligibility
• Salon Theory and Ecology

  31-502-301

  2Credit

  72

  36

  N/A

  • Instructional Hours: 72
  • Outside Effort Hours: 36
  • Course Number: 31502301
  • Credits: 2.00

  Learn theoretical concepts in microbiology and decontamination, general chemistry, micro-hair structure and anatomy as related to the profession. Sanitation and infection control practices will be taught to keep the salon clean and customers safe utilizing the Wisconsin Statutes and Administrative Codes relating to safety and sanitation in the salon.

  Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ANY of the following options:

  • BARCOS 31502302 - Basic Cut and Style

  • BARCOS 31502374 - Nails

• Nail Services

  31-502-312

  3Credit

  144

  36

  N/A

  • Instructional Hours: 144
  • Outside Effort Hours: 36
  • Course Number: 31502312
  • Credits: 3.00

  Students develop nail service skills while working with customers in a salon environment and apply knowledge and skills learned in related theory classes to hands-on work experience. Students perform all manicure and pedicure services as well as nail extension services.

  Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

  • BARCOS 31502301 - Salon Theory and Ecology

  • BARCOS 31502374 - Nails

  Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ALL of the following:

  • BARCOS 31502330 - Salon Management Skills

• Salon Management Skills

  31-502-330

  2Credit

  72

  36

  N/A

  • Instructional Hours: 72
  • Outside Effort Hours: 36
  • Course Number: 31502330
  • Credits: 2.00

  Introduces the fundamental skills required for lawful and effective salon practice and management, including Wisconsin state laws and regulatory rules.

  Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ANY of the following options:

  • BARCOS 31502309 - Salon Clnt Svcs 2-Intermediate

  • BARCOS 31502312 - Nail Services

  • Student is in progress in Aesthetician - Basic (30-502-2) Program of Study

• Nails

  31-502-374

  2Credit

  72

  36

  N/A

  • Instructional Hours: 72
  • Outside Effort Hours: 36
  • Course Number: 31502374
  • Credits: 2.00

  Study the structure, growth, diseases, disorders and conditions of the nail. Practice infection control procedures to protect the client and practitioner. Study the anatomy of the hand, arm, foot and leg to effectively apply massage techniques relating to nail services. Perform manicure and pedicure services to include polish application and massage techniques.

  Prereq: Student has completed or is in process of completing ALL of the following:

  • Student is in progress in the Program of Study of Cosmetology (31-502-1) OR Nail Technician (20-502-1)

  Coreq: Student has completed or is simultaneously enrolling in ANY of the following options:

  • BARCOS 31502301 - Salon Theory and Ecology

  • BARCOS 31502307 - Facials and Skin Care

  AND ALL of the following for Nail Technician (20-502-1) students:

  • BARCOS 94502004 - Nail Tech Cert Textbook Bundle

  • BARCOS 94502005 - Nail Technician Kit