Manicure and Pedicure

A Distance Learning Course of 8 Lessons

Course Description

Realising the value of a well-groomed exterior in enhancing self confidence, this avenue of beauty therapy is becoming of great importance to both females and males. The primary aim of this course is to prepare students for good employment prospects in the beauty industry.

The College has a reputation for friendly and approachable staff who will help students who wish to develop a career in beauty. The course is delivered as a home study programme with constant tutor support to assist you to complete your course assignments successfully.

Course Syllabus

• Anatomy of upper limbs & hands
• Anatomy of lower limbs & feet
• Structure & disorders of the nails
• Nail care - implements & cosmetics
• Manicure & pedicure procedures & contra-indications
• Hand & foot massage
• Sterilisation & hygiene procedures
• Common problems

Qualifications

On completion of your course, you will receive two qualifications:

Qualification 1: Manicure and Pedicure Diploma

Manicure and Pedicure Diploma entitling you to use the letters SAC Dip after your name.

Qualification 2: ASET Level 3 Manicure and Pedicure Award

This Course leads to an ASET Level 3 Award Certificate for successful learners. That means that it is independantly accredited at a level of learning equivalent to level 3 on the National Qualifications Framework (NFQ) for England, Wales and Northern Ireland (in which case GCSE's are at levels 1 and 2 and A Levels are at level 3).

The Award has been designed by a learning provider to meet specific learners' or employers' requirements and as such is not listed as a qualification on NQF. While the duration, content or assessment may vary from similar national qualifications, in accrediting the programme at level 3, ASET attests that its learning outcomes are at an equivalent level to a level 3 national qualification.

Tutor Support

With this course you will have unlimited access to your own personal tutor who specialises in their field of study. It is your personal tutor's role to ensure that you receive constructive feedback and to deal with any queries you may have.

You will also have access to a dedicated and friendly team of administrators and course advisors who offer sound and professional guidance and advice when you need it. This ensures that you will never feel neglected and that you will always succeed!

Study Hours

This is only an approximate figure and is dependant upon how much time you can dedicate to your studies and how well you grasp the learning concepts in the course material. Furthermore, at the end of each lesson there is a question paper that needs to be completed and returned to your tutor. You should allow at least 1 - 2 hours of study to complete each question paper.

The approximate amount of time required to complete the course is: 112 hrs.

Additional Information

Assessment Method

After each lesson there will be a question paper, which needs to be completed and submitted to your personal tutor for marking. This method of continual assessment ensures that your personal tutor can consistently monitor your progress and provide you with assistance throughout the duration of the course.

What's Included

• All study materials
• Study Guide
• Full Tutor and Admin support
• The course fee includes the NCFE registration and certification fee (valued at up to £30.00).

Learning Objectives

• Summarise the functions of the skin, identify its layers and explain the role of sweat glands
• Identify diseases of the skin, diseases of the sweat glands and list the types of lesions that are discussed in this unit
• Examine the functions of the foot with regards to weight bearing, locomotion and shock absorption
• Identify the foot conditions described in this unit and how each should be treated
• Differentiate between Onychocrytposis and Onychrogryphosis
• Explain in detail how toenails should be cut
• List the implements involved in manicures and pedicures and summarise the cosmetics involved.
• Summarise the steps and procedures involved in a manicure
• Interpret the importance of hand protection and list the types of nail breaks that occur and how they should be treated
• Identify and explain the stages of a pedicure procedure
• Summarise the principles of massage and explain the main movements involved
• List the benefits of and contra indications to massage
• Identify and explain the sterilisation methods discussed in this unit
• List the seven factors contributing to the hygiene of your salon