5 Hour Combo - GEORGIA TCSG HEALTH & SAFETY + NAIL ANATOMY STRUCTURE, GROWTH & CARE

Course overview

This 5-hour combo course fulfills Georgia's continuing education requirement by combining the mandatory 3-hour Georgia TCSG Health & Safety training with a comprehensive 2-hour elective focused on nail anatomy, structure, growth, and professional care practices. The Georgia Health & Safety segment provides essential instruction on sanitation protocols, infection control, chemical safety, blood exposure procedures, and current state board compliance requirements. This portion ensures that beauty professionals understand their legal responsibilities and maintain a safe, clean, and professional salon environment. The Nail Anatomy: Structure, Growth & Care elective strengthens your foundational knowledge of the natural nail unit. Participants will explore nail structure, growth cycles, common nail disorders, nutrition's role in nail health, and proper service techniques that protect the nail matrix and surrounding tissue. This course enhances your ability to perform nail services safely while recognizing conditions that require referral. What You Will Learn: Current Georgia State Board health, safety, and sanitation requirements Infection control procedures specific to nail and salon environments Proper handling of tools, implements, and chemical products The structure and function of the nail unit, including matrix and nail bed Nail growth cycles and factors that influence healthy nail development Common nail disorders and when to refer clients to a medical provider Professional nail care techniques that prevent damage and infection Best practices for maintaining a clean, compliant, and professional salon This combo course is ideal for cosmetologists, nail technicians, barbers, and beauty professionals who want to meet Georgia CE requirements while strengthening their knowledge of nail health and safe service practices.