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Weeks 14 and 15: Second Mock State Board Exam

This week I completed my second Mock State Board Exam. You all may recall just how nervous I was due to certain problems that I encountered during that exam.

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Weeks 13 and 14: Goals and Projects

“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.

Weeks 10 and 11: Consultations and Real Clients

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.

3 More Easy Fall Nail Art Projects for Students

Use these three simple step-by-steps to help your students practice basic nail art techniques.

Week 1: So Much Fun!

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.

NAILS 101: Meet Newest Student Blogger 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.

Week 9: My Mock State Board Adventure

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!

Minnesota School of Cosmetology (MSC) Collects Coats for Kids

Minnesota School of Cosmetology (MSC) is once again partnering with the Salvation Army to help kids in their area keep warm this winter.

School Profile: A New Nail Tech Program for Penrose Academy

When Jill Kohler and her husband opened Scottsdale AZ.-based Penrose Academy back in August 2006, the cosmetology and esthetics school did not offer a nail tech program. But now, ten years later, a nails-only option is being offered because of employer demand in the community for qualified nail techs. We caught up with Kohler to discuss how this evolution came about.

Doug Schoon Webinar: Sign Up Today

Instructors, sign up for an informative webinar from Associated Nail Professionals (ANP) to share with your students. This webinar, "The Most Important Challenges Facing Nail Professionals," is presented by industry expert Doug Schoon.