TRAINING Students must undergo a course of at least 90 hours of training including self study in practical and theoretical work in a registered IECAB School. Practical hours, either in class, salon and or home salon need to be completed and recorded before the exam. Platinum Award of Excellence in Nail Technology : Hours 500 Platinum Award of Excellence in Nail Technology and Manicure & Pedicure Hours 600 PORTFOLIO OF EVIDENCE A portfolio of evidence is a structured collection of evidence that reflects your efforts, progress and achievement in a specific learning area, and demonstrates your competence. You will be required to complete a Portfolio of Evidence for Practical assessment purposes. A portfolio is a collection of different types of evidence relating to the work being assessed. It can include a variety of work samples. It is to be presented before you write your theory and practical exams. Please present your POE in a neat and clear manner, all work must be your own, no copy and paste is allowed, you can include photos, record cards and any information you would like assessed. It must also include a written paper on the specific subject of learning. For PLATINUM International a minimum of 2000 words AWARD The IECAB Award is awarded to students who have passed the IECAB examinations IECAB EXAMINATIONS NAIL EXAMINATION Nail technology Manicure & Pedicure Nail Art WRITTEN EXAMINATION Natural Science Anatomy and Physiology The Skin Cosmetic Science Business Studies DURING THE PRACTICAL EXAMINATIONS GREAT EMPHASIS IS PLACED ON: Professional expertise Hygiene Client care and interaction Personal presentation.