This face-to-face (in person) course is designed to teach the spa manicure procedure -- via instruction and classroom demonstration. This course will discuss "added services" beyond the traditional manicure, and how "spa services" can be incorporated. This face-to-face course is four (4) hours, which includes lecture content and a classroom demonstration. The general outline of this course consists of Five (V) Modules and includes the following lesson objectives - 

Lesson Objectives:

• To understand the overall difference between a standard manicure and a spa manicure; and the client benefits of a spa manicure (such as self esteem, overall appearance of the hands, etc.).
• To discuss the aspects of anatomy and physiology, with topics including - anatomy of the hand and wrist; the nail bed; cells, tissues, organs, and body systems.
• To emphasize the importance of sanitation and disinfection, and the proper pre-service set up.
• To review the step-by-step spa manicure procedure and to incorporate "spa services" which include - aromatherapy, paraffin, scrubs, masks, and hand manipulation.
• To highlight the post service, clean up, and sanitation procedures after the spa manicure.
• To discuss the salon business benefits of a spa manicure including signature service recognition, repeat clients, and increased financial rewards.
• To provide a live classroom demonstration that will give course participants (students) a "face-to-face perspective" of how to conduct the spa manicure service.

The Five (V)  Modules Are As Follows:

Module I:          Definition of a Spa Manicure: What is Expected of a Spa Manicure Service?

Module II:         Anatomy and Physiology

Module III:        Sanitation & Pre-Service Set Up

Module IV:       The Spa Manicure Procedure and Classroom Demonstration with emphasis on the following "added spa services":

• o Aromatherapy
• o Paraffin
• o Scrubs
• o Masks
• o Hand Manipulation

Module V:         Post-Service, Sanitation, Spa Manicure Benefits, Conclusion