Section R4-10-305. Nail Technology Curriculum Required 600 Hours

A.      Each student in a nail technology course shall complete the following curriculum:

1.        Theory of nail technology; infection control; diseases and disorders of the nails and skin; anatomy; physiology and histology of the limbs, nails, and skin structures; and Ari- zona state cosmetology laws and rules; and

2.        Clinical and laboratory nail technology including theory that involves nails, skin, and limbs:

a.         Principles  and  practices  of  infection  control   and safety;

b.        Recognition of diseases and the treatment of disor- ders of the nail and skin;

c.         Massage and manipulation of the limbs;

d.        Interpersonal skills and professional ethics;

e.         Product  pharmacology  and  chemistry   interaction, formulation, composition, and hazards;

f.         Nail technology machines, tools, and instruments and their related uses;

g.        Clinical and laboratory practice that includes nails, skin, and limbs;

h.        Pre-  and  post-client  consultation,   documentation, and analysis;

i.         Manicuring, including use of nippers;

j.         Pedicuring, including use of nippers;

k.        Artificial   nail   enhancements   (application    and removal);

l.         Alternative nail technology;

m.       Electric file use;

n.        Pedicure spa modalities;

o.        Exfoliation modalities on limbs or the body; and

p.        Required industry standards and ecology, including monitor duties.

B.       A nail technology school shall not receive remuneration for students performing clinical services to the public until the stu- dent has received at least 80 hours of nail technology; and

C.      Each student shall be evaluated for progress and provided sug- gested remediation of deficiencies.

Historical Note

Adopted effective April 9, 1996 (Supp. 96-2). Amended by final rulemaking at 11 A.A.R. 4239, effective December 5, 2005 (Supp. 05-4).