i encourage them to do their own nails as practice too and this way they can understand how their treatments feel first hand.

there are only 2 schools here i Medford Oregon that i can go to. Only one that takes state loans. Phagans is the name. Here is the list of what you get over a 3 month time frame. I am Moving to FL. West Palm Beach and have thought I should wait till I get there. But That is not till june. I think that Phagans covers all you said but not 100% sure.


The Nail Technology Course is 600 clock hours and takes approximately three and a half months to complete.

Unit 1: Pre-Clinic/Freshman Extension
The foundation of nail technology is composed of laboratory "hands-on" classes consisting of manicuring, pedicuring, hand and arm massage, leg and foot massage, reflexology and artificial nails.

Unit 2: Sophomore
Further development of laboratory practices from the pre-clinic unit with focus on accuracy and speed. Academic classes focusing on nail diseases, disorders and anatomy are introduced.

Unit 3: Junior
Importance is placed on the practical application of services performed. Development of speed, introduction of new methods, techniques and product are emphasized.

Unit 4: Senior
Senior classes are constructed to develop the finishing skills needed to be proficient in the work place. Individual interests are explored with emphasis on successful employment. Classes in academics prepare the Nail Tech to successfully take the written Board of Cosmetology examination.

RE: Moving to Florida. You might want to check to see if it would be better for you to get your licence in OR and then transfer it. The reason I say that is there aren't that many quality nail tech courses in West Palm Beach (lived in PBC for over 12 years before moving to NZ).

Do your research on schooling comparing OR to FL and make the calls to get the info.

:-)

N

Difficult to tell as there isn't much detail (e.g. 'artificial nails'!) but the general content is great!

I love the min number of hours that is required.

At the end of the day, the quality of the trainer is one of the most important aspects. A couple of days with a fabulous is worth more that a month with a rubbish trainer.

I am seriously considering becoming a mobile technician as I feel it is the best thing for me and my family and I have looked deeply into the pros and cons of this business and feel certain it is something I can get into and am willing to work very hard. I am trying to find out what the best course would be to ensure I get the best start in this career. Does anyone have any suggestions about a full and comprehensive course I can do to get me started.

Thanks in advance

A full and comprehensive course will take you about one year to do and the rest of your career updating!! Learning is life long.

You start with Foundation learning and trust me you want the best.

LOOK THROUGH THE SYLLABUS ON Welcome - Sweet Squared (the UK home of Creative Nail Design) OR

RING 08452106060 AND talk it through with the education sales staff of the only nail company in the UK to have won not only one but two industry awards for their superior training, CND. They will be happy to send you a prospectus and to answer any questions. If you want to train with a company with a solid reputation for over 30 years and who has been the industry leader in product development for the same amount of time then this is the one.

Oh god!!!! I have completed a course with a training school that will remain nameless and covered two systems in one day!!!! I really feel out of my depth now and can't afford to do another course!!! I really wish I had been able to find out more about CND. I now don't know what way to turn because to pay for another course I need to earm some more money but I don't want to give a bad service as it's important to me that my clients will get the best!

Help please!!!

That is crazy!!! Even one system in one day is bad enough and not acceptable

Is it just one day or do you have more days still to do?

I really feel for you i have heard so much story's like this

I know you don't want to hear this now, but it is always good to do your research before doing any courses like this, you could look at this course you have done as a taster and when you can get the funds together go and do a begginers course with one of the big brands xxx

Hi Natilie

It was just one day and no more to go. I know you are right but I thought that because they were recognised by The Guiild that it would be ok. I think I will try saving up and go do a further course. I have done the Creative Spa Systme so I will just offer that for the moment and try get some funds together.

Good luck I hope it all works out for you xxx

an

Im with you on this one geeg but I like to keep my class small with between 4 and 6 students as I find this helps with student who have confidence issues.

Hey honey dont feel to bad about this the best of us here have made the same mistake and you have dust yourself down and when you can get back on the training program.

I have had a lady come to me in the last few weeks who did the same course in Glasgow with I think the same company you are talking about. She has now completed training with Young Nails and wished she had done more home work before parting with her cash.

The think is this thread will go along way into helping students to make the correct choice of company for them, which there are a few very good companys out there providing outstanding service and training.

It is just unfortunate that there are some cowboys/cowgirls out there like in most industries willing to pull the wool over people's eyes and take thier hard earnd cash and the certificate they receive is not worth the paper it is written on.

Rant over hope this has been of some help

Thanks guys! Yeah i am going to look in to schools in the WOB area. I have talked with the school here. I asked what system the teach and she said all of them.... that made me a bit uneasy.

I have had my courses accredited by ABT with whom I also have my insurance. Its free and allows you to offer a recognised qualification!

Great thread Marion.

Is there anything that can be done about the college courses that cover beauty, but only touch on enhancements, letting the girls do a few nails then passing them, I have seen a lot of therapists CVs that say they are qualified in enhancements, but when they come for a trade test.. well the results are pretty poor.