Sec. 13a.04.19.03. Curriculum for Nail Technician

A. The program of instruction for nail technician shall require a minimum of 250 locally determined clock hours of instruction in theory, demonstration, and practical application.

B. The program shall include instruction in each of the following topics with hours as determined by the local school system:

(1) Career opportunities;

(2) Personal development;

(3) Bacteriology, sterilization, and sanitation;

(4) Structure of the nail;

(5) Disorders and diseases of the nail;

(6) Implements, equipment, and supplies;

(7) Manicuring and pedicuring procedures and techniques;

(8) Massaging techniques;

(9) Artificial application procedures;

(10) Wrapping procedures and techniques;

(11) Corrections and repairs;

(12) Anatomy and physiology for the nail technician;

(13) Basic chemistry for the nail technician;

(14) Hazardous chemicals and beauty products;

(15) Electricity;

(16) First aid; and

(17) State laws and regulations.

C. The cosmetology teacher may certify the student's eligibility for admission to the State licensing examination upon:

(1) Demonstrated competency upon completion of the required minimum number of hours in the program; and

(2) Certification of successful evaluation of the student's work by the cosmetology teacher.