Policies

Student Conduct

Professional conduct is the only level of conduct we expect from our students. Our rules are developed to provide an atmosphere that encourages and motivates each student in a learning experience. At the time of enrollment and for the duration of his or her training, each student must agree to abide by the rules and regulations as listed. Cooperation is necessary so that a relaxed and professional training environment may be maintained. We feel that these rules reflect the standards that are required in the salon. All problems will be counseled and handled individually. A student will be terminated from the program if we are unable to solve the problems any other way. At the discretion of the school, rules may be changed and posted. Discipline problems become part of a student's permanent file, as they indicate a problem with employability. The school also feels a responsibility to contact parents or spouse concerning discipline problems. Students sign release of information forms indicating their wishes and are allowed to review their files with a counselor upon request.

Lockers and Personal Belongings

Personal belongings are the student's responsibility. Locker space may be available for rental, and all equipment should be marked for identification and cared for carefully. Lockers and locks are school property. For safety reasons, school management requires the use of school locks, and reserves the right to cut off any personal locks, or to enter lockers at any time. Personal effects left in lockers after student has dropped below half-time attendance may be removed and held for thirty days. During this period, we will attempt to notify the student to make other storage arrangements. After thirty days, the school assumes no responsibility for these items and they may be disposed of in any way convenient. All equipment necessary to the programs is part of the student kits or is provide by the school. It is the student's responsibility to replace any equipment as necessary to compete work assignments, if such equipment becomes lost, stolen, or broken. Students should have all equipment they might need, to complete any assignment, available at all times.

Statement of Nondiscrimination

This school, in admission, instruction, educational and graduation policies, does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, financial status, religion, color or ethnic origin. The school also makes every effort to assist handicapped and/or disabled students in becoming gainfully employed in the field for which they were trained.

Leaves of Absence

Leaves of Absence are temporary interruptions of training at the request of the student for personal reasons. Any other absence is considered personal time and not documented as “excused.” These absences must be made up. The Leave of Absence request must be made in writing, dated in advance of the leave is possible, and approved by the school. A regular leave of absence will be for 30-180 days. Leaves of Absence are strictly limited and may not exceed a total of 180 days per year. Details are available in writing upon request. Such a leave may not result in additional tuition, as we will extend graduation dates accordingly.

Grading System

The following factors will be measured to determine academic progress:

Theory Tests, Outlines, Workbooks, Practical Exams, Clinic Work, and Graded Assignments. The minimum acceptable grade for any theory or practical subject is 70%.

100% to 90% is an A

89% to 80% is a B

79% to 70% is a C

69% to 65% is a D

Anyone with a score below 70% must bring the score up before being allowed to graduate. If desired, he or she can review the work in another class.

Special assistance at the state examination is available for those with documented disabilities.

Progress Reports

Progress reports are distributed on a regular basis during a student's training, and are also available to any student upon request. Computerized records showing attendance, total hours, tuition balance, services and assignments completed and grades will keep the student aware of needs and achievements. Honors recognition is awarded to all who qualify.