QUALIFICATION : BEAUTY CARE SERVICES (NAIL CARE) NCII

UNIT OF COMPETENCY : PERFORM MANICURE AND PEDICURE

MODULE TITLE : PERFORMING MANICURE AND PEDICURE
MODULE DESCRIPTION : This module covers the knowledge, skills and attitude in
performing manicure and pedicure. It involves preparing
the client, applying nail polish and post service activities.
NOMINAL DURATION : 50 hours
SUMMARY OF LEARNING OUTCOMES:
At the completion of this module the learner should be able to:
LO1. Prepare workstation and implements
LO2: Prepare client
LO3. Perform manicure and pedicure
LO4. Create basic nail design
LO5: Perform post-service activities

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LO1. PREPARE WORKSTATION AND IMPLEMENTS
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Carry-out appropriate disinfection and sterilization of equipment and tools for the appointed nail service using registered sterilant/EPA and hospital

grade disinfectants in compliance with applicable laws and government regulations

2. Prepare required supplies and materials.

3. Clean, disinfect and organize the workstation following spa/salon

4. Provide Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) following health and safety standards set by the spa/salon industry

5. Observe proper personal and hand hygiene with knowledge of common microorganisms and process of infection

6. Implement proper handling of equipment, tools, supplies and materials to avoid cross-infection/cross- contamination within the workplace

7. Prepare required documentation tools and materials in accordance with spa/salon policies and procedures

CONTENTS:
 Spa/Salon Policies and Procedures

 Laws and government regulations

 Nail Services

 Spa/Salon Equipment, Tools, Supplies and Materials

 Disinfection and Sterilization Materials and Processes

 Health and safety standards

 Proper Personal and Hand Hygiene

 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) requirement

 Common Microorganisms

 Process of Infection and Infection control practices

 Procedure of Preparing Tools and Materials

 Proper Handling of Equipment

 Spa/salon documentation and records management

CONDITION: The learner should be provided with the following:

ACCESSORIES/TOOLS/EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS

 Manicuring table  Hand towel

 Clients chair  Apron

 Manicurist chair or stool  Antiseptic solution

 Supply tray  Cotton

 Finger bowl  Alcohol

 Container for cotton  Slippers

 Wet sanitizer  Disinfectant

 Orange stick (wood)  Hairnet

 Nail file (not metal)

 Cuticle pusher

 Cuticle nipper

 Nail brush

 Cuticle scissors

 Trolley

 Nail cutter (small)

 Nail cutter (big)

METHODOLOGIES:

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  Lecture

 Discussion

 Video Presentation

 Hands on

ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Written exam

 Demonstration

 Questioning

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LO2. PREPARE CLIENT
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Ensure client is properly seated with safety and comfort throughout the entire service
2. Advise client to remove jewelries and accessories for safety and sanitation
3. Hand over Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to the client in compliance with applicable laws and government regulations.
4. Wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) following spa/salon policies and procedures in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.
5. If necessary, take client’s vital signs using appropriate instruments to assess general health and capacity to receive spa/salon services
6. Assess and identify client’s nail structure, shape and condition.
7. Contraindicated nail conditions/disorders and diseases that may restrict the manicure or pedicure service are identified and referred to appropriate
health care professionals.
8. Present nail shapes, basic nail designs and available nail polish for client preference.

CONTENTS:
 Health Care Professionals relevant to Spa/Salon Practice

 Vital Signs and Appropriate Instruments

 Proper Posture and Body Mechanics

 Basic Nail Anatomy and Physiology

 Common Nail Shapes

 Common Nail Conditions

 Common Nail Disorders and Diseases

 Basic Nail Designs

 Customer Service and Client Care

CONDITION: The learner should be provided with the following:

ACCESSORIES/TOOLS/EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS

 Manicuring table  Hand towel

 Clients chair  Apron

 Manicurist chair or stool  Antiseptic solution

 Supply tray  Cotton

 Finger bowl  Alcohol

 Container for cotton  Slippers

 Wet sanitizer  Disinfectant

 Orange stick (wood)  Hairnet

 Nail file (not metal)

 Cuticle pusher

 Cuticle nipper

 Nail brush

 Cuticle scissors

 Trolley

 Nail cutter (small)

 Nail cutter (big)

 Live Model

METHODOLOGIES:
 Lecture

 Discussion

 Video Presentation

 Hands on/Practice

ASSESSMENT METHODS:

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  Written exam

 Demonstration

 Questioning

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LO3. PERFORM MANICURE AND PEDICURE
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Cleanse and disinfect client’s nails using the appropriate products.

2. Perform basic manicure and pedicure procedures based on client preference, product usage specifications and spa/salon policy.

3. Give given immediate first-aid to accidental cuts/wounds while serious cases are referred to appropriate health professionals following spa/salon

policies and procedures

CONTENTS:
 Disinfect and Sanitize Nails

 Standard First Aid

 Basic Manicure and Pedicure Procedures

CONDITION: The learner should be provided with the following:

ACCESSORIES/TOOLS/EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS

 Manicuring table  Hand towel

 Clients chair  Apron

 Manicurist chair or stool  Antiseptic solution

 Supply tray  Cotton

 Finger bowl  Alcohol

 Container for cotton  Slippers

 Wet sanitizer  Disinfectant

 Orange stick (wood)  Hairnet

 Nail file (not metal)

 Cuticle pusher

 Cuticle nipper

 Nail brush

 Cuticle scissors

 Trolley

 Nail cutter (small)

 Nail cutter (big)

 Live Model

METHODOLOGIES:
 Lecture

 Discussion

 Video Presentation

 Hands on

ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Written exam

 Demonstration

 Questioning

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LO4. CREATE BASIC NAIL DESIGN
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Create basic nail design after performing basic manicure and pedicure procedures in accordance with client chosen design and color/s.

2. Apply top or seal coat, and if necessary, a quick-dry product on each polished nail.

3. Evaluate finished work by the client based on the preferred shape, color and design

4. Apply necessary touch-ups as may be required following nail service procedures.

CONTENTS:
 Basic Nail Design

CONDITION: The learner should be provided with the following:

ACCESSORIES/TOOLS/EQUIPMENT SUPPLIES AND MATERIALS

● Manicuring table ● Hand towel

● Clients chair ● Apron
● Manicurist chair or stool ● Antiseptic solution
● Supply tray ● Cotton
● Finger bowl ● Alcohol
● Container for cotton ● Slippers
● Wet sanitizer ● Disinfectant
● Orange stick (wood) ● Hairnet
● Nail file (not metal)
● Cuticle pusher
● Cuticle nipper
● Nail brush
● Cuticle scissors
● Trolley
● Nail cutter (small)
● Nail cutter (big)
● Live Model

METHODOLOGIES:
 Lecture

 Discussion

 Video Presentation

 Hands on

ASSESSMENT METHODS:
●
Written exam
●
Demonstration
●
Questioning

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LO5. PERFORM POST SERVICE ACTIVITIES
ASSESSMENT CRITERIA:
1. Advise client on proper nail care and maintenance

2. Clean, disinfect/sterilize and store equipment and tools following spa/salon policies and procedures in accordance with manufacturer’s instructions.

3. Replenish and store products, supplies and materials following spa/salon policies and procedures in accordance with product usage specifications

4. Collect waste materials following proper waste management and disposal procedures in compliance with applicable laws and government

regulations.

5. Clean, disinfect and prepare workstation for the next service

6. Perform proper documentation in accordance with spa/salon policies and procedures.

CONTENTS:
 Proper Nail Care and Maintenance

 Equipment, Tools, Supplies and Materials Storage and Inventory

 Waste Management and Disposal

CONDITION:
The learner should be provided with the following:
 Checklist on nail maintenance

 Cleaning tools, supplies, and materials

 Manual on OHS

 Cabinets (for demo)

 Sterilizer (for demo)

METHODOLOGIES:
 Lecture

 Discussion

 Video presentation

 Hands on

ASSESSMENT METHODS:
 Written exam

 Demonstration

 Questioning

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