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Form of workJob Description
- Providing nail and hand services to customers, such as basic manicures, artificial nails, gel nails, hand massages, hot-oil therapy, nail fills, nail repair, nail wraps and nail polishing.
- Pedicures and the application of acrylic toenails may also be performed.
- Examine and evaluate the condition and appearance of nails to provide advice on proper nail care.
- Technicians must be familiar with diseases and disorders of the nails, as well as all safety procedures and techniques for performing nail services.
- Technicians use sterilization equipment and must know how to properly sterilize and sanitize their tools.
- Manicurists ensure safety procedures are followed while performing manicures or pedicures.
Job Requirements
- Manicure technicians are licensed by state boards of cosmetology.
- Technicians must have excellent communication skills, be motivated and be able to work independently.
- Technicians also must possess a professional appearance and a professional attitude.
Education
- Technicians to have had formal training at a cosmetology school. Courses take between 100 and 750 hours, depending on state requirements.
- Typical courses include the following: Anatomy, Bacteriology, Bookkeeping, Nail and Skin Disorders, and Salon Safety
