Beauty Care (Nail Care) NC II study plan
Beauty Care (Nail Care) NC II · Give each week a clear focus.
8 weeks · About 6 hours per week
Perform Manicure and Pedicure Services
Sequence the full manicure procedure from client consultation to finishing in the correct order
Demonstrate the correct filing direction and grit progression on a practice tip set
Identify the anatomical parts of the hand and nail plate and state the purpose of each
Explain the difference between manicure and pedicure service steps and contraindications for each
Your checkpoint
A written step-by-step checklist for a complete basic manicure and pedicure, self-scored against a 20-point procedure rubric
Perform Manicure and Pedicure Services & Provide Client Care and Communication Services
Perform a timed full manicure and pedicure on a practice hand or volunteer within the target service time
Script a client consultation that covers service expectations, allergies, and skin/nail conditions
Apply proper draping, sanitation, and client positioning during a simulated service
Respond to three scripted client complaints using a calm, solution-focused approach
Your checkpoint
A recorded or witnessed timed manicure-pedicure simulation with a completed consultation form and self-evaluation notes
Perform Nail Extension and Overlay Services
Differentiate nail extension types and overlay products by composition, use case, and removal method
Demonstrate correct tip sizing, application, and blending on a practice set
Apply a sculpted or tip-and-overlay extension following the manufacturer's cure or set times
List the causes of lifting, bubbles, and uneven apex and the correction for each
Your checkpoint
One completed practice set of five nail extensions with a written troubleshooting log of defects observed and corrections applied
Perform Nail Extension and Overlay Services & Apply Hand Treatment
Perform a full set of ten nail extensions within the target service time
Execute a safe and complete product removal without damaging the natural nail plate
Demonstrate a hand treatment sequence including exfoliation, massage, and moisturizing
Explain when hand treatment is contraindicated and how to adapt the service
Your checkpoint
A full ten-nail extension set plus hand treatment performed on a volunteer, documented with before-and-after photos and a procedure checklist
Perform Nail Art and Nail Design
Execute at least four distinct nail art techniques on practice tips
Design a cohesive nail art look that matches a client's stated theme and nail shape
Apply nail art products with correct curing, sealing, and top-coat finishing
Evaluate durability and neatness of each design and identify improvement points
Your checkpoint
A portfolio sheet of four finished nail art designs on practice tips with a short technique note for each
Perform Foot Spa and Hand Spa Services
Sequence a complete hand spa and foot spa service from soak to finish
Select and prepare spa products appropriate to the client's skin type and condition
Demonstrate massage movements for the hand, forearm, foot, and lower leg in correct order
Identify contraindications and safety precautions for spa services including heat and soak products
Your checkpoint
A written hand spa and foot spa protocol with a timed run-through log of one full simulated service each
Maintain Salon Tools, Equipment, and Work Area (Housekeeping and Safety) & Practice Occupational Health and Safety Procedures
Establish a cleaning and disinfection schedule for tools, equipment, and workstations
Demonstrate correct disinfection and sterilization procedures for reusable implements
Identify workplace hazards and apply control measures using the hierarchy of controls
Explain emergency procedures, first aid basics, and proper waste segregation for salon waste
Interpret safety signage and personal protective equipment requirements for salon tasks
Your checkpoint
A completed salon housekeeping and safety checklist, including a disinfection log and hazard-control table
Manage Salon Operations and Customer Service & Provide Client Care and Communication Services & Perform Manicure and Pedicure Services
Draft a simple salon operations plan covering booking, pricing, and inventory control
Handle three scripted customer service scenarios including booking conflicts and refund requests
Complete a full mock practical assessment combining manicure, pedicure, and client communication
Review and revise weak areas identified across all prior weeks
Your checkpoint
A mock practical assessment scored against a self-built rubric, plus a one-page personal review of strengths and remaining gaps
Milestones
Week 2: Complete a timed basic manicure and pedicure on a volunteer within the target service time with no sanitation errors
Week 4: Produce a full ten-nail extension set and a hand treatment with documented procedure steps and no natural nail damage
Week 6: Deliver one full hand spa and one full foot spa service following the written protocol and contraindication checklist
Week 8: Score at least 80% on the mock practical assessment across manicure, pedicure, and client communication