DIPLOMA IN PEDICURIST & MANICURIST (2 YEAR)

1Year Syllabus

1. History & Evolution of Nail and Beauty Therapy

• Ancient beauty practices: Egypt, China, India, Rome
• Traditional Indian nail care with Ayurveda & herbs
• Cultural significance of nail grooming in history
• Emergence of modern manicure & pedicure
• Evolution of nail polish, nail art, and spa treatments
• Global trends in professional nail care

2. Anatomy & Physiology (Hands, Feet & Nails)

• Structure and growth cycle of nails
• Nail types, shapes, and common disorders
• Skin structure of hands and feet
• Bones and muscles of hands and feet (basic)
• Blood circulation and nerves (introductory level)
• Precautions during treatments

3. Basic Manicure

• Tools and product knowledge
• Hand sanitization and workstation hygiene
• Nail cutting, shaping, buffing
• Cuticle cleaning and removal
• Basic nail polish application
• Hand massage and exfoliation
• Client consultation & aftercare

4. Basic Pedicure

• Introduction to foot structure and hygiene
• Nail trimming, shaping, and callus care
• Soaking, exfoliation, and scrubbing techniques
• Cuticle work and foot massage
• Nail polish application (toes)
• Foot hygiene and aftercare tips

5. Advanced Manicure Techniques

• French manicure and gel polish application
• Nail whitening, hand bleaching
• Hand spa: paraffin wax, herbal wraps, masks
• Hand massage using pressure points
• Anti-aging hand care treatments
• Bridal and occasion-based hand treatments

6. Advanced Pedicure Techniques

• Spa pedicure steps and equipment use
• Heel crack treatment and callus removal
• Anti-fungal foot care (preventive basics)
• Foot spa: essential oils, herbal masks
• Reflexology basics (demo level)
• Anti-tan and rejuvenation pedicure

 2 Year Syllabus

1. Nail Art & Temporary Enhancements

• Tools, brushes, and base preparation
• Freehand nail art, glitter, foils, stickers, stones
• Ombre, marble, and French nail art styles
• Gel polish application and designs
• Introduction to nail extensions:
  • Acrylic and Gel (demo or optional advanced)
• Occasion-based nail styling (bridal, festivals)

2. Hygiene, Health & Safety in Nail Services

• Sterilization of tools and equipment
• Salon cleanliness and infection control
• Cross-contamination prevention
• Use of disposable items where necessary
• First aid in case of cuts, burns, allergic reactions
• Safe handling and storage of nail chemicals

3. Client Care & Communication

• Greeting and consulting clients
• Understanding client needs and preferences
• Maintaining client records and service history
• Soft skills: politeness, listening, handling feedback
• Upselling and recommending treatments
• Managing difficult clients professionally

4. Salon Management & Business Skills

• Opening and managing a nail studio or home setup
• Pricing services and creating packages
• Inventory and stock management
• Booking systems and customer follow-up
• Branding, marketing, and social media presence
• Ethics and legal aspects of beauty business

5. Internship & Practical Exposure

• Practice on live models and clients
• Shadowing in a professional salon/spa
• Preparation of nail art/design portfolio
• Completion of logbook/service record file
• Final project: complete hand & foot makeover
• Viva and practical demonstration evaluation