Women seeking to 'nail' down a new career

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 29: A dozen women are hoping to nail down a new career thanks to a new job initiative provided by Government.

Patrice Minors, Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry announced a certified nail technician programme at a press conference today.

The programme is in conjunction with the National Training Board.

Ms Minors said: “The NTB has had extensive discussions and consultation with experienced cosmologists in our local industry and they have all indicated that there is a need for highly skilled Bermudians in this field.

“Therefore, with the introduction of this programme, the 12 young ladies you see here today will have an opportunity to learn the right skills, knowledge, and competencies required to work as nail technicians.

“The three-month full time programme is a combination of theory and practical experience in a classroom and a salon setting — here in Bermuda.”

The women will work with Lynn Hamilton of Face and Body.

Ms Minors added: “Classes begin on September 4 and end December 21, 2012, and participants will be assessed by the results of their quizzes, examinations, projects, lab work and performance in industry.

“Upon graduating from this programme, these candidates will have acquired the following skills prescribed by the Milady’s Standard Nail Technology widely known in North America.”

Each student will attend class three days a week, Monday to Wednesday from 9am to 4pm.

On Thursdays and Fridays they are required to work in industry to gain practical experience. 

“To add to their practical experience, the Bermuda College has agreed to market the programme in such a way to allow students at the college the opportunity to receive nail treatment services at discounted prices.

“This is wonderful collaborative effort and will no doubt assist these candidates to build their clientele over time.

“Another wonderful aspect of this training initiative is the community service portion where these young women will provide services to some of our seniors by treating them to pedicures and manicures.”