Module 10

Module 10: Pedicure/Foot Care (Optional)

Suggested time: 5-10 hours Level: Intermediate

Prerequisite: Module 5A

Module Overview

This module provides students with the skills necessary to perform a pedicure.

Foundational Objectives

To develop skills in the manipulation of equipment and materials necessary for giving a pedicure.
To generate creativity as an expression reflected in hair, skin and nail care.
To follow proper safety and sanitation procedures.

Common Essential Learnings Foundational Objectives

To demonstrate safety and sanitation while performing a pedicure. (TL)

To understand and use the vocabulary, structures, and forms of expression that apply to the beauty industry. (COM)

Learning Objectives	Notes
10.1 To review parts of the nail. (COM)	Refer to Nail Care introductory learning objective 5.2.
10.2 To identify foot conditions.	Students will create a list of possible foot conditions. Review and add to students’ list of conditions. Discuss conditions that might be treated by the cosmetologist.
10.3 To explain the purpose of a pedicure. (COM)	Students may work in small groups to define and explain the purpose of a pedicure. Ask groups to share their ideas with the class. Responses should include: care of the feet and nails, to improve the appearance of the feet and nails. Explain why it is not advisable to work on a client with a foot or nail disease. Possible answers should include the spread of disease to others. Review what to look for to determine foot or nail disease.
10.4 To identify and demonstrate the uses of equipment, implements, cosmetics and materials when giving a pedicure.	Make a list of the equipment, implements, cosmetics, and materials that are used during a pedicure. Have students copy the list for reference when they practise pedicures. Discuss and demonstrate the uses of each. (TL)
10.5 To practise appropriate safety and sanitation procedures. (PSVS)	Review the procedure for giving a pedicure. Demonstrate the procedure for giving a pedicure. Review the proper use of implements, cosmetics and materials. Review procedures for sanitation of equipment and implements. Explain safety while giving a manicure. Students will practise giving a pedicure. Determine criteria to evaluate a quality pedicure. Provide student feedback during practice session. Review list of safety and sanitary rules for a manicure. Refer to introductory learning objective 5.8A. Note the rules are the same for a pedicure.