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Manicure


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Harness the Opportunity in Nails Services

The nail salon business is booming, and our Manicure course will prepare you for success in the industry by delivering the skills and knowledge you need to achieve a NJ Manicure License. Learn the basics of manicure, pedicure, sanitation and infection control, as well as advanced techniques like gels, acrylics and nail art. You’ll also gain a competitive edge with lessons in waxing, a specialty offered by most modern nail salons, and spa management, to become familiar with the business side of nails and expand your options in the field. Learn in our brand new facility.

Professional Paths

  • Nail Technician
  • Product Educator
  • Sales Representative
  • Retail Sales and Management

Course Curriculum

This course is offered in English and Spanish.

Manicure Curriculum Details Theory Practice Total Hours
Administrative Shop Operations and State Laws, Rules & Regulations for Cosmetology & Hairstyling 10 0 10
Professional Image, Hygiene & Related Practices 2 0 2
Decontamination & Infection Control 15 5 20
Manicuring & Pedicuring 10 45 55
Diseases & Disorders of the Nail 10 0 10
Anatomy of the Hand, Arm, Foot & Leg 10 0 10
Nail Tips & Extensions 5 25 30
Nail Wraps 5 25 30
Nail Gels 5 15 20
Sculptured Nails 10 30 40
Nail Art 5 5 10
The Skin and its Diseases 5 0 5
Removal of Unwanted Hair 10 30 40
First Aid 5 0 5
Chemicals & Chemistry Relating to Products 13 0 13
TOTAL 130 170 300

Course Schedules

We offer an evening schedule, so you can achieve an education while managing your other responsibilities.

Schedule Type Days Time Duration
Part-Time Monday through Thursday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 13.5 Weeks
Evening Monday through Thursday 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM 19 Weeks
Evening (English and Spanish) Monday through Wednesday 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM 25 Weeks