COSM 51A - Nail Technology

    Recent Professors
    Austin Spangler, Andrea Garcia
    Recent Semesters
    Spring 2027, Fall 2026, Spring 2026, Fall 2025
    Class Size
    20–30 students
    Difficulty
    5.1Moderateout of 10
    Credits
    6
    Prerequisite
    COSM 50C.
    Spring 2027 Sections
    View Spring 2027 sections of COSM 51A
    Transfers To
    Not transferable
    Description
    This course provides theory and practical knowledge of nail technology used in cosmetology. Ensuring use of proper sterilization and sanitation techniques students will learn about nail analysis and conditions, water manicures, hand/foot and arm/ankle massage, acrylic, liquid and powder brush-on, artificial nail tips and nail wrap and repairs along with communication skills, professional ethics, salesmanship, record keeping and client service records. In order to meet state requirements for testing, students must have a high school diploma or its equivalent or have completed 10th grade and passed an Ability to Benefit (ATB) and be at least 17 years old. Prerequisite: COSM 50C.
    Usually Held
    Mon Tue Wed Thu 1:30pm–3:45pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 1:30pm–3:50pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:00am–12:15pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 9:00am–12:25pm