Laird Institute of Spa Therapy (ME)
1 Bayside Road
Suite 2
You'll find us close to Southern Maine,
ME 03840
A career in Nail Technology or Skin Care
is awaiting you at the Laird Institute of
Spa Therapy.
Creative...Exciting...Profitable...In Demand
 The
Touch of Wellness
You have taken the first step toward and
exciting and rewarding career. Both Nail
Technology and Esthetics are intriguing
careers where your personal touch makes
the difference! Careers in the salon and
spa industry offer good income potential,
flexibility and independence. If you are
creative, energetic and enjoy working with
people, take a closer look at what we have
to offer!
A Great Career
Laird Institute of Spa Therapy
leads you into one of the most exciting,
fastest-growing and creative professions
in the world. You will enjoy helping others
and change the appearance of your clients
with long term options. Offer facials, nail
care and spa pedicures, body treatments,
depilation and waxing and advanced make-up.
You will have the ability to work in a high
end salon or spa, become a salon owner,
make your own flexible schedule and realize
high income potential.
Our Mission
The school's mission is to offer
a superior program specializing in the training
of nail technology, customer service and
team leadership-- qualities that prepare
the graduate for the changes and challenges
of the beauty industry in the 21st century.
On-going education for our instructors allow
them to maintain a vigilant eye on changes
in the salon modalities through on-going
research and contact with salon professionals.
We assist students in their placement process
which involves a student- mentoring program
and viewing of various style salons, such
as Day Spas, "Nails Only," and full service
salons.
We believe this builds student confidence
for that first day on the job.
We strive to provide each student with the
skills to gain financial independence and
an exciting new career!
 Advanced
Nail and Spa Technology
Our Advanced Nail and Spa Technology program
is designed to qualify students for the
New Hampshire Manicurist Licensing Exam
and to prepare them for a career as a nail
technician. The course includes the following
subjects:
- Basic Water Manicure
- Temporary Tips
- Artificial Nails
- Hand and Arm Massage
- Silk and Fiberglass Wraps
- Table Management
- French-style Acrylic Nails
- Hot Oil/Parrafin Therapy
- Hot Rocks Therapy
- Sculptured Nails
- French Manicure/Chevron/Swiss
- Spa Manicure and Massage
- Nail Repair on Natural Nails
- Spa Pedicure and Massage
- Natural Nail Silk Overlays
- Flat Nail Art Techniques
- Anatomy and Physiology
- Structure of Skin and Nails
- Mentoring/Salon Visits
- Nail and Skin Disorders
- Client-base development and maintenance
- Chemistry
- Salon Realities
- Basic Pedicure
- Placement Assistance
- Gel Nails
- Professional Image
- Certificate Workshops
- Manufacturers Workshops
- Electric Nail Filing Certificate
- Training in Product Applications
- How to become Booked Solid in 6 months
- Extended Clinic Services
- Infection Control
Esthetics
Our Esthetics program is intended to qualify
students for the New Hampshire Esthetic
Licensing Exam and to prepare them for a
successful career in skin care. The course
includes the following subjects:
- Skin Analysis
- Consultation
- Facials
- Disorders and Diseases
- Cosmetic Chemistry
- Hair Removal Methods
- Waxing Methods
- Make Up Application
- Spa Pedicures
- European Facial
- Lash Tinting
- Eyebrow Shaping
- Massage
- Business of Skin Care
- Career Planning
- Electricity
- Product Sales
- Salon Management
Continuing Education
Classes
SPA MANICURE & SPA PEDICURE
This class will show you how to create a
relaxing atmosphere and how to perform a
therapeutic manicure and pedicure with a
holistic experience that your clients will
never forget, using essential oils and de-stressing
techniques that will leave your clients
feeling pampered and relaxed.
EXTENSIONS IN THE FAST LANE
This innovative class is designed to assist
you with educated shortcuts and methods
for creating beautiful artificial nails
in a timely manner. Guidelines that will
assist you with techniques on how to quickly
blend tips, acrylic applications, fills
and re-balances.
ELECTRIC FILE WORKSHOPS
Simple and creative techniques to impress
your clients and generate additional income
in your salon. This is a fun class and fills
up fast.
ESSENTIAL OILS-AROMA THERAPY
Learn how to use aromatherapy by applying
certain oils that heal the mind, body and
spirit and the many health benefits unique
to essential oils. License not needed for
this class.
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