Nails 101: A Student Blog

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Weeks 13 and 14: Goals and Projects

by Orma Swearinger

“Why would you want to be a nail technician?” Someone asked me this question with a puzzled look on his face. “Why would you, being a chemist, even want to go do something like that?” He asked me that question as if to say that I was lowering my standards to become a nail technician. I explained to him my reasons for wanting to do this and the goals that I have.

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Weeks 10 and 11: Consultations and Real Clients

by Orma Swearinger

My instructor really stresses the importance of spending time with our client to go over the consultation form. That is our way of getting to know the client and his/her expectations, prior experiences at nail salons, what’s going on with him/her medically, etc.

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Week 2: Becoming a Professional

by Tiffany Williams

Cosmetology school is so fun! Not only do you learn how to be an amazing nail technician, you also learn how to be an amazing professional.

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Week 1: So Much Fun!

by Staff

Cosmetology school is so fun! Tuesday was my first day of school, and I had orientation. I went into a room with the other students and learned more about the rules and guidelines of the school and how we should behave.

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NAILS 101: Meet Newest Student Blogger Tiffany Williams

by Tiffany Williams

I've always had a passion for nails, ever since I was a little girl. When I started looking for nail schools I also researched scholarships, and I entered and won the BCL/CND/Tippi Hedren Nail scholarship.

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Week 9: My Mock State Board Adventure

by Orma Swearinger

The moment we’d all been waiting for was about to arrive: The Mock State Board Exam. We were extra busy this week preparing for it by finishing up the book, notecards, workbook homework, review questions, and tests. I am so happy that I no longer have to do those dreadful notecards ever again!

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Weeks 7 and 8: Notecards and Gels

by Orma Swearinger

Can I be honest for a minute? I do not want to see another notecard after I’m done with school. Please, I beg of you, keep all notecards away from me!

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Weeks 5 and 6: 3-D Nail Art and Other Surprises

by Orma Swearinger

I started Week 5 knowing that we were having a nail competition on Thursday, and even though I am still fairly green at doing nails, all new students were expected to participate.

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Weeks 2-4: Getting Used to a Busy Routine!

by Orma Swearinger

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Weeks 29 & 30: My Final Post and a Fond Farewell!

by A'Kia Warrior

Well, it has finally arrived. These last two weeks have had their ups and downs but I am so proud to say that I am finally finished with school! I still have the hurdle of obtaining my license but I know that I am equipped to pass.