Update!

We are revamping the Manicuring program in response to the recent changes to the State of Michigan’s Occupational Code. We are postponing the next start date until revisions are complete. We are still accepting applications. Thank you for your patience!

MANICURING | 600 HOURS

Certificate Program

Creative Hair School of Cosmetology brings you an intensive Manicuring/Nail Technician program that leads to licensure as a Manicurist/Nail Technician!

This program course outline/units of instruction & all activities within & are in direct accordance with the State of Michigan Board of Cosmetology.

Successful completion of the Manicuring program and the Michigan State Board of Cosmetology Manicurist Licensure Exam will award a License as a Manicurist/Nail Technician.

Save the Date!

Open Houses:

Interviews:

  • TBD

Interviewees must have submitted all admissions paperwork.

Orientation:

  • TBD

OUR NEXT START DATE:

TBD

NEED TO KNOW

Attendance and staying in Dress Code are mandatory. Review the Program Schedule and Dress Code below before applying.

PROGRAM SCHEDULE:

Monday - Thursday: 5:30pm - 9:30pm

Saturday: 9:00am - 2:00pm

DRESS CODE:

  • Professional

  • Stylish

  • Black (Blue uniform top)

  • You must be at least 17 years of age and have the following:

    • Valid, Government-Issued Photo ID

    • High School Diploma (or) G.E.D

    • Social Security Verification

  • Physical stamina; long periods of sitting and bending

    Ability to listen and be tactful; interaction with various personalities

    Dedication to learning; ability to accept and learn from feedback

    Development of artistic eye and manual/finger dexterity

    Development of reading, comprehension, and study skills

  • History of Manicuring

    Life Skills & Professional Image

    Communication

    Infection Control and Sanitation

    Anatomy & Physiology

    Skin & Nail Structure & Growth

    Nutrition

    Basics of Chemistry, Nail Product Chemistry, & Electricity

    Disorders & Diseases of the Nails

    Nail Care Techniques: Manicuring, Pedicuring, Nail art, Nail tips & wraps, Monomer liquid & polymer powder (acrylic) nail enhancements, UV gels, and massage techniques

    Business Skills

  • Attend an admissions open house to tour, bring in required documents, complete admissions paperwork, and schedule admissions interview.

    Attend admissions interview.

    Once a student is notified of acceptance, orientation date is set.

    See Admissions Process on Admissions page for more details.

    Hitting the Start Your Journey button puts you on a prospective student list to be contacted for open enrollment and does not constitute an official application for enrollment.

  • TBD

  • TBD

    Check https://www.creativehairschool.com/scholarships for potential outside scholarship options.

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  • In order to graduate, Manicuring students must:

    • complete 600 hours,

    • maintain at least a 75% on all exams,

    • complete all Minimum Practical Applications required by the State of Michigan, and

    • have met all financial obligations.

    Upon graduation, students will receive a Certificate.

  • Graduation: 100.00%

    Licensure: N/A

    Placement: 66.00%

Instructor:

  • Ms. Edith Richards

Required Textbooks:

Milady Standard Nail Technology, 7th Edition book bundle