Manicure/Nail Technology 1
Credential earned: NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts; Manicuring License

This course covers nail technology techniques, hand and arm surface manipulation, and recognition of nail diseases and disorders. Topics include OSHA/safety, sanitation, bacteriology, product knowledge, salesmanship, manicures, artificial applications, pedicures, surface manipulation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently perform nail care, including manicures, pedicures, surface manipulations, decorating and artificial applications in a salon setting. The course materials include the Milady Standard Nail Technology textbook (ISBN: 978-1-337-78655-3), Milady Foundations textbook (ISBN: 978-1-337-09525-9), and a class kit available in the BCCC bookstore (prices are subject to change). Students will also need to purchase black closed-toed shoes, black scrubs, and obtain a photo ID from BCCC campus police before class.

Manicure/Nail Technology 2
Credential earned: NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts; Manicuring License

This course covers techniques of nail technology, hand and arm surface manipulation, and recognition of nail diseases and disorders. Topics include OSHA/safety, sanitation, bacteriology, product knowledge, salesmanship, manicures, artificial applications, pedicures, surface manipulation, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to safely and competently perform nail care, including manicures, pedicures, surface manipulations, decorating and artificial applications in a salon setting. Students will need the materials required in part I. Students must complete Manicure and Nail Technology I as a prerequisite.

Natural Hair Specialist
Credential: NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts, Natural Hair Care Specialist License

This course designed to teach how to care for natural hair without the use of chemicals such as perms/relaxers and hair color. The style techniques include braiding, twisting, wrapping, extending and locking natural hair. The coursework also includes teaching the proper health, safety, and sanitation procedures to avoid spreading infections. The students will be able to apply their skills to clients who visit the clinic. After successfully completing the course, the students will be able to sit for the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts exam to become a licensed Natural Hair Care Specialist. The course materials include the Milady Standard Natural Hair and Braiding textbook (ISBN: 978-1-133-69368-0), Milady Foundations textbook (ISBN: 978-1-337-09525-9), and a class kit available in the BCCC bookstore (prices are subject to change). Students will also need to purchase black closed-toed shoes, black scrubs, and obtain a photo ID from BCCC campus police prior to class.

Esthetics Technology I & II NEW
Credential: Esthetician License, NC State Board of Cosmetic Arts
This course covers training in the areas of facials, hair removal, and make-up application, as well as health and public safety protocols, board laws and regulations, client safety, and infection control procedures to become a licensed skin care specialist. The curriculum provides a simulated salon environment, which enables students to develop skills that will prepare them to sit for the North Carolina State Board of Cosmetic Arts exam to become a licensed esthetician. The course materials include the Milady Standard Foundations with Standard Esthetics textbook (ISBN: 9780357263792), and a class kit available in the BCCC bookstore (prices are subject to change). Students will also need to purchase black closed-toed shoes, black scrubs, and obtain a photo ID from BCCC campus police prior to class.

TECHNICAL STANDARDS
In compliance with the 1990 Americans with Disabilities Act, the following standards have been established. All students in the programs below are expected to meet certain essential technical standards for successfully completing all program phases and reflect industry requirements and standards. To verify the student's ability to perform these essential functions, students may be required to demonstrate the technical standards.
Esthetics, Manicuring & Nail Technology, Natural Haircare Specialist Technical Standards

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