Catalog of Courses - Academy for Salon Professionals
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Catalog of Courses - Academy for Salon Professionals
CATALOG OF COURSES 2016-2017 ©2016-2017 Academy for Salon Professionals is a Redken-affiliated salon training center. Scan the QR code to find the Academy on facebook! 2 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WELCOME __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ We appreciate your interest in the Academy for Salon Professionals and our programs. This catalog sets forth the admissions process, requirements, tuition fees, school policies, and other information. We encourage you to call if you have any questions. Every effort is made to ensure that program information, applicable policies, and other materials contained in this catalog are accurate and current at the time of publication. The Academy for Salon Professionals is a private institution and is licensed to operate by the Bureau of Private Postsecondary Education. The Academy for Salon Professionals reserves the right to make changes at any time without prior notice. Time period covered in this catalog: 10/1/2016-12/31/2017. Publication date: September 2016 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ A PROFESSIONAL-GRADE EDUCATION __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Its programs, facility, and faculty are leaving other beauty schools, and the very definition of “beauty school”, far behind. Designed by New York City’s Peter Millard (the Redken Gallerie store on Fifth Avenue, Ralph Lauren, Giorgio Armani, and Yves St. Laurent), the Academy is a professional-grade facility that boasts of elegance, glamour, and achievement. Educated, trendy, enthusiastic, and genuine, our faculty serve as educators as well as mentors to the young stylist and future skin care specialist. Here, a high-quality education is always within reach. Our mission at the Academy for Salon Professionals is to deliver the most complete educational experience possible so that our students are trained in more than just the basics. With a broader based education and innovative curriculum they will be better prepared for rewarding, long term careers in the beauty industry. All this will be done while achieving the highest level of successful measurable outcomes. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ WHAT REDKEN ARTISTS ARE SAYING __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ “In the past, our industry changed by the decade or by the year. Today, in our information craving society, it evolves daily. Consequently, understanding today’s skills in technical and business is crucial. That’s why the choice of the school is paramount. The difference is in the training. They will learn the what, why, and how behind all their skill sets. I am excited for the students attending the Academy. Why? Because the quality of, both fundamental and advanced, training that they will receive is the best.” Chris Baran Artistic Director, Redken 5th Avenue NYC __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ “Being a part of Redken has definitely changed my life. I got into the business with the thought of being involved in fashion, beautiful women, and less school. Well I am pleased to share that I got very involved in education and am proud to be part of a company that cares about its clients. For anybody new to hairdressing, I offer you this piece of wisdom: You only have one shot at life so make sure you develop a passionate love affair with hairdressing so that passion is easily read by anyone that may cross paths with you in your journey.” Hugo Urias Redken Exchange Facilitator, Education Director Salon Sessions _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 3 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SCHOOL INFORMATION __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals 2238 El Camino Real Santa Clara, CA 95050 www.academyforsalonprofessionals.com Phone: (408) 261-9201 Fax: (408) 261-9292 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE HOURS __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Administrative Offices operate on the following schedule: Monday through Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm The following offices operate late days to accommodate evening students: Registrar operates Thursdays 11:00am – 7:00pm Financial Aid operates Wednesdays 11:00am – 7:00pm Accounting operates Wednesdays 11:00am-7:00pm Executive Director and Career Placement operate Thursday 11:00am – 7:00pm __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FACILITY & FACULTY __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Our sleek and spacious 8,500 sq. ft. facility includes 3 large classrooms, 50 styling stations, and a spa room; all equipped with current equipment. All of our instructors are licensed Cosmetologists and Estheticians. All instructors at the Academy for Salon Professionals attend 12 or more hours per year of education to maintain a current skill set. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ SALON (CLINIC) HOURS __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The salon is open Mondays from 1:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday, Friday and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Wednesday and Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. and closed on school closure days (below). For details or a list of current rates, please visit www.southbayacademyforsalonprofessionals.com or call (408) 261-9201. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ LICENSING AGENCIES __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ We are licensed throughState Board of Cosmetology 2420 Del Paso Rd. Suite 300 Sacramento CA. 95834 (916) 574-7570 We are accredited with NACCAS4401 Ford Ave. Suite 1300 Alexandria VA. 22302-1432 (703) 600-7600 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals has no pending petition in bankruptcy, is not operating as a debtor in possession and has not filed a petition within the preceding five years and has not had a petition in bankruptcy filed against it within the preceding five years that resulted in reorganization under Chapter 11 of the United States Bankruptcy Code ( 11 U.S.C. Sec 1101 et seq.) Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 4 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ CONTENTS pg 2 pg 2 pg 3 pg 4 pg 7 WELCOME A PROFESSIONAL-GRADE EDUCATION SCHOOL INFORMATION CONTENTS ADMISSIONS Eligibility Application Procedures Application Fee Financial Aid Enrollment Appointment Transfer of Credit Transcripts Pre Enrollment Information pg 10 PROGRAM INFORMATION Cosmetology Eligibility Program Description Academy Curriculum California State Board Minimums Full-time Course Schedule Part-time Course Schedule Tuition and Fees Program Performance Esthetics Eligibility Program Description Academy Curriculum California State Board Minimums Full-time Course Schedule Part-time Course Schedule Tuition and Fees Program Performance Spa Training Eligibility Description Available Advanced Training Non-Discrimination Policy Graduation Requirements Grading Incompletes Inadequate Grades Counseling Career Planning Summit Salon Business Training Employment Assistance Advising Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 5 pg 20 STATE BOARD LICENSING Reciprocity Licensing Requirements pg 22 SCHOOL POLICIES Suspension Termination Terms of Re-Entry Cancellation and Withdrawal Process School Library Kit Policy Professional Dress Code (Cosmetology and Esthetics) Classroom Availability Food and Beverages Cell Phones Equipment Use Nametags (Students and Educators) Professional Conduct Appeals Attendance and Tardiness Approved Absences Attendance of Over Contract Hours Over Contract Fees Leave of Absence Core Cycle Restart Policy Refund Policy Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) Complaint Procedure Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy Student Information Record Release Policy Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974 Sexual Harassment Policy Drug & Alcohol Policy Vaccination Policy Students with Disabilities Review of Information Student Housing Crime Statistics Information for Crime Victim about Disciplinary Hearings Drug and Alcohol Abuse Information pg 34 CONSUMER INFORMATION Basic Financial Aid information Need-Based and Non Need-Based How to Apply and How Eligibility is Determined How the School Distributes Aid Among Students How and When Financial Aid is Disbursed Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 6 Application for Loan Scheduling Disbursements Deferment Terms and Conditions Determination of Progress Reinstatement of Financial Aid General Information about the School Services and Facilities Available to Disabled Students Withdrawal Policy Return of Title IV Funds Completion and Graduation Rates for the Student Body Policies and Sanctions Related to Copyright Infringement Constitution Day Student Housing First Aid Stations Evacuation and Emergency Plans pg 44 FINANCIAL AID Basic Financial Aid Information Need-based and Non Need-based Federal Programs How to Apply & How Eligibility is Determined How the School Distributes Aid Among Students How and When Financial Aid is Disbursed Application for Loan Scheduling Disbursements Deferment Terms and Conditions General Information about the School Services and Facilities Available to Disabled Students Withdrawal Policy Return of Title IV Funds Verification Policy Dependency Override Professional Judgment What the Acronyms Mean Title IV Code of Conduct Financing Your Education pg 58 CHIEF ADMINISTRATION pg 59 INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF pg 62 pg 63 PROGRAM CALENDAR PRE ENROLLMENT INFORMATION Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 7 _________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ADMISSIONS __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ELIGIBILITY __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals requires a high school diploma, GED, Official high school transcripts, college diploma, or official college transcripts for enrollment into the Cosmetology or Esthetics program. The minimum age requirement to enroll at the Academy is 17, with signature of a Minor Waiver by the enrolling student, legal guardian and the Academy Registrar. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ APPLICATION PROCEDURES __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Prior to the time of your first enrollment, you must submit an Application for Admission and pay the required $100.00 application fee. Students have the following options for paying their tuition: (1) Payment via federal funds from Financial Aid (2) Interest free cash payments to the school (3) A third party loan for which a Consumer credit report authorization is required. For your application packet to be complete, you should do the following: Step 1: Contact a career development advisor in the Office of Admissions to schedule a program and career information session. The session includes an in-depth tour of the school and its facilities. Step2: Complete each section of the Application for Admission, including the four points of interest segment. Step 3: All applicants must complete an admissions one on one with an admissions representative. Based on the outcome, the admissions board will issue a formal letter of acceptance or rejection. Step 4: Copies of the following documents must be turned in at or before the time of enrollment. 1. Valid driver’s license, state issued ID card or other proof of age such as a birth certificate, or other government issued ID. 2. Social Security Card (Must be signed to be considered valid) or valid Alien Registration ID and Tax Identification Number. 3. High school or college diploma, GED or official high school or college transcript. Please note, the transcript must be sealed in its original envelope with all Registrar seals intact to be considered official. _________________________________________________________________________________ APPLICATION FEE __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ With your Application for Admission, a $100.00 non-refundable application fee is required. If you are a Veteran, up to $75.00 of the application fee is refundable. If a class is cancelled by the school after an application fee has been paid but before classes have begun, the fee will be refunded. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 8 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FINANCIAL AID __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ After your application for admission has been processed by the Office of Admissions you may schedule to meet with the Financial Aid Administrator to discuss any opportunities available to you during your enrollment at the Academy for Salon Professionals. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ORIENTATION __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Students must attend an orientation to the school held on the first day of school. At orientation, you will sign an enrollment contract which will explain all of the academic and financial obligations you will enter into as a student at the Academy for Salon Professionals. The contract will be thoroughly explained to you. Any questions you may have regarding the Enrollment Agreement will be answered at this time. Should you have any questions after the contract is signed you may contact the school registrar directly at the Academy for Salon Professionals. _________________________________________________________________________________ TRANSFER OF CREDIT _________________________________________________________________________________ NOTICE CONCERNING TRANSFERABILITY OF CREDITS AND CREDENTIALS EARNED AT OUR INSTITUTION: The transferability of credits you earn at Academy for Salon Professionals is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the diploma or certificate you earn in Cosmetology or Esthetics is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the credits, diploma, or certificate that you earn at this institution are not accepted at the institution to which you seek to transfer, you may be required to repeat some or all of your coursework at that institution. For this reason you should make certain that your attendance at this institution will meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending Academy for Salon Professionals to determine if your credits, diploma or certificate will transfer. Transfer Hour General Information and Requirements Record of transfer hours must be submitted within 60 calendar days of start date. This record will be an official transcript from a licensed institution detailing previous clock hours and clinic services in the appropriate field of study. Transfer students are charged the normal $100 non-refundable application fee. If the student is accepted by the Academy for Salon Professionals, the enrollment agreement will reflect any transferred hours and correct tuition cost. AFSP has not entered into any articulation or transfer agreement with any college or university. AFSP does not award experiential credit. It is possible for a student to achieve attended hours for graduation before completing requisite coursework and operations if transfer hours are accepted. Should this occur, students must complete the requisite coursework and operations for graduation before they will be allowed to graduate, despite having attended requisite hours for graduation. Any attendance of requisite coursework and operations for graduation subsequent to achieving requisite hours will be charged and treated as normal scheduled hours. Accepted credit hours will be transferred at a conversion rate of 37.5 clock hours for 1 credit hour. Transfer Hours from an Outside Institution for the Same Program If a student requests to transfer hours from a previously attended Cosmetology or Esthetics Program at a different school to the same program at AFSP, the number of hours transferred will be at the discretion of AFSP. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 9 Transfer Hours From an Outside Institution for a Different Program In the absence of documentation from the previously attended school showing hours completed in each area of the state required hours for that program, the maximum transfer hours accepted from an outside institution in which the potentially transferable hours come from a program other than the program in which the student is enrolling (i.e. transferring hours from an outside esthetics program to a cosmetology program at AFSP, or vice versa), the maximum hours AFSP will accept are 56 transfer hours. Should documentation be provided from the previously attended school detailing hours completed in each area of state required hours, the number of accept transfer hours that apply to the program the student will be attending at AFSP shall be at the discretion of AFSP. Transfer Hours within the Institution Students transferring from one program to another at AFSP will have hours attended in the prior program that apply to the program which they are entering transferred to the new program. The number of hours transferred will be determined by a review of the student’s academic record at AFSP, comparing completed hours in the initial program to hours in the new program for which the student would receive similar instruction. A student may switch his or her original program or schedule of choice one time while attending the Academy for Salon Professionals with Program Director approval. A program change requires a program restart in the next available core class and a $300.00 fee plus any other applicable equipment fees. A schedule change from full time to part time or part time to full time requires payment of a $300.00 transfer fee and arrangements with the Director of Education to ensure a smooth transition into the new schedule and the ability to complete all remaining graduation requirements in the new schedule. A schedule change from one full time schedule to another full time schedule requires payment of a $150.00 transfer fee and arrangements with the Director of Education to ensure a smooth transition into the new schedule and the ability to complete all remaining graduation requirements in the new schedule. Transfer of theory hours and/or operations between programs is at the sole discretion of the Program Director. Re Entry within the Institution If a student re-enters the same program that student will re-enter with the exact same hours scheduled, attended, and absent as they had at time of most recent disenrollment Transfer of Hours to an Outside Institution Transferability of AFSP credits to another institution is at the discretion of the accepting institution and it is the student’s responsibility to determine whether or not credits will be accepted by the institution of the student’s choice. All balances must be paid in full before and hours will be released. _________________________________________________________________________ TRANSCRIPTS _________________________________________________________________________________ No transcripts will be issued until all tuition and other fees due the institution are paid in full, or a separate payment arrangement has been made between AFSP and the student. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 10 _________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAM INFORMATION _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals provides instruction in English only, and requires fluency in the English language. Fluency will be determined on a case by case basis in your admissions interview, by the interviewer. English language services are not available at AFSP. _________________________________________________________________________________ COSMETOLOGY PROGRAM _________________________________________________________________________________ ELIGIBILITY _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals requires a minimum of a high school diploma, GED, official high school transcripts, official college transcripts, or college diploma for enrollment into all programs. See Admissions Eligibility for more information. _________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAM DESCRIPTION _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals OPEID#: 041857 Program CIP Code: 12-0401 Program SOC Code: 39-5012.00 Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists Program Name: Cosmetology Program Level: Undergraduate 01 Program Length: Full-time: 11.5 months Part-time: 22.25 months Program Website: www.southbayacademyforsalonpros.com Course hours: 1600 Occupational outcome: Cosmetologist Our curriculum is designed to inspire students to think "beyond the chair" and to pursue opportunities in salon management, runway, print advertising, television, stage, film, marketing, sales, and product development. Learn the industry from some of the best, and graduate with the knowledge to not only pass State Board, but to be a skilled part of today's thriving hair and beauty industry. Students move from classroom instruction to clinic (hands-on) instruction, where practical knowledge is applied to a large client base. COSMETOLOGY PROGRAM OUTLINE - Your 1600 hour program is divided into six phases Core - 300 hours (9 weeks full time). For part time education the hours remain the same but the weeks in each phase will double. Your first nine weeks at the Academy for Salon Professionals focus on preparing you for actual work on the salon floor. You will be introduced to color and cutting theory, styling applications, and product knowledge. You will be introduced to state board regulations and sanitation laws. You will begin with classroom theory and progress to work on mannequins and by the Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 11 end of the nine weeks you will be working with live models. At the end of Core you will be anxious to apply what you’ve learned in our “real world” salon environment. Phase I- 300 hours (8 weeks full time). Your next eight weeks will focus on getting you acclimated to salon activities. You will begin by assisting more senior students so that you may feel completely at home when you start with your own clients. After two weeks, you will be working with your own salon clients. You will continue to develop your skills in styling, cutting, color and permanent waving. At this phase, you will also be introduced to lightener and will begin taking high light/bleach clients. Phase II- 300 hours (8 weeks full time). These eight weeks are heavily salon oriented. By this point, you will be very comfortable working with clients. You will perfect your consultation and communication skills as well as business building aspects of both developing and retaining your own clientele. You will be applying the skills you have learned and start developing them into your personal sense of style. You will be involved in advanced cut and color classes. You will be comfortable working with and recommending home care products. Phase III- 300 hours (8 weeks full time). In this phase, you continue with your advanced hair cut and color techniques and begin to practice state board testing procedures both practical and written. You will continue to spend time on the salon floor with clients. You will also take advanced makeup classes – including “copy a style” and photo shoot. Phase IV- 300 hours (8 weeks full time). You will create a story board for up to two models. Then you will make your vision come to life for an evening performance for family friends and the salon industry. You will also create a portfolio of professionally shot photos of a model for which you create hair and make-up. You will also spend a good deal of time preparing for state board testing and will have two “mini” state board tests to prepare for your first “mock” state board test. You will also have a resume and interview class that will help you develop a strong personalized resume and cover letter. With the resume classes you also receive hands-on coaching – including what to wear, questions to ask, and how to give a confident answer during the interview process. Final Phase 100 hours (7 weeks full time). In the culmination of your program you will spend a great deal of time preparing for your state board testing. You will have your “mock” state board test which will make you feel more confident to take your real state board examination. You will also get to take practice written tests so that you are completely confident and comfortable with the testing to become a licensed Cosmetologist with the state. At this phase you, will take a salon tour so that you may be introduced to potential employers. Instructional methods used include Pivot Point text books and teaching methods such as audiovisual, big posters, hands-on, games, lecture, crossword puzzles, round-robin, Jeopardy, role play, etc. Your books will include a Textbook, a Study Guide, and a State Board Review book. In addition, Summit Salon Books are used to teach personal business development. Students move from classroom instruction to clinic (hands-on) instruction, where practical knowledge is applied to a large client base. The Cosmetology also department utilizes professional products from Redken, Pureology, and Pravana. The students receive a kit that has tools that include heat styling tools, shears, brushes, color utensils, aprons, combs, make-up etc. Throughout the core program students will discover the uses for these things through instructor demonstration of technique, and student practice on mannequins and clients. Graduates from this program receive a diploma and/or any certifications earned during the course of the program. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 12 _________________________________________________________________________________ ACADEMY CURRICULUM _________________________________________________________________________________ The latest styling and cutting techniques from Redken 5th Avenue NYC Portfolio-building and portfolio-building projects Sessions by international and Redken guest artists Photo shoots and competition work Salon business systems, development, and salon ownership skills Client consultation, sales, and communication Building and maintaining a clientele Resume writing and interview skills Participation in charity, fashion, and Bay Area salon events Mock State Board exam _________________________________________________________________________________ CURRICULUM BREAKDOWN Theory Operations Theory Operations _________________________________________State Board Requirements__AFSP Requirements__ Hairstyling 65 240 70 270 Permanent Waving and Chemical Straightening 40 105 60 110 Hair Coloring and Bleaching 60 50 140 150 Hair Cutting 20 80 140 150 Laws and Regulations 20 20 Health and Safety Considerations 45 45 Disinfection and Sanitation 20 20 100 Anatomy and Physiology 15 15 Manual, Electrical and Chemical Facials 25 40 40 55 Eyebrow Beautification and Make-up 25 30 45 60 Manicuring and Pedicuring 10 25 10 25 Artificial Nails and Wraps 25 120 35 120 Personal and Professional Skills 30 _________________________________________________________________________________ FULL-TIME COURSE SCHEDULE _________________________________________________________________________________ Program length: About 48* weeks at 35 hours per week (*with perfect attendance) During first 18 weeks of class: Schedule: Monday - Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with an hour break for lunch Upon graduation to clinic: Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 13 Schedules: A, B, or C schedule _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 14 PART-TIME COURSE SCHEDULE _________________________________________________________________________________ Program length: About 89* weeks at 19 hours per week (*with perfect attendance) Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with an hour break for lunch _________________________________________________________________________________ TUITION AND FEES _________________________________________________________________________________ Tuition: Supplies: STRF: Tax: Fees: $16,300.00 $3,275.00* $0 $286.56* $100.00 Total: $19,961.56 * Amounts shown reflect the basic makeup kit. Upgrades are available at the option of the student. Please refer to Financing Your Education for more information on current payment and financing plans. Acceptable methods of payment include cash, check, credit card, money order, Title IV funds, or 3rd party loans. ________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAM PERFORMANCE _________________________________________________________________________________ Number of students completing a program in 2014: 98 Completion rate 2014: 78.40% (per NACCAS guidelines), (37% per BPPE guidelines) This percentage is based off of the number of students that were scheduled to complete the program within the year and the number of those students that graduated from the program. Placement Rate 2014: 64.29% (per NACCAS guidelines), (43% per BPPE guidelines) This percentage is based off of the number of students that graduated the program within the year and the number of students that were gainfully employed in the field. Median Cumulative Debt: Federal Student Loan Debt: $7636 Private Loan Debt: 0 Institutional Financing plan debt: 0 _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 15 ESTHETICS PROGRAM _________________________________________________________________________________ ELIGIBILITY _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals requires a minimum of a high school diploma, GED, official high school transcripts, official college transcripts, or college diploma for enrollment into all programs. See Admissions Eligibility for more information. _________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAM DESCRIPTION _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals OPEID#: 041857 Program CIP Code: 12-0409 Program SOC Code: 39-5094.00 Skincare Specialists Program Name: Esthetics Program Level: Undergraduate 01 Program Length: Full-time: 4.75 months Part-time : 10.25 months Program Website: www.southbayacademyforsalonpros.com Course hours: 600 Occupational outcome: Esthetician Our curriculum is designed to inspire students to pursue opportunities in salon and spa management, runway, print advertising, television, stage, film, marketing, sales, and product development. Learn the industry from some of the best, and graduate with the knowledge to not only pass State Board but to be a skilled part of today's thriving skin care industry. ESTHETICS PROGRAM OUTLINE- Your 600 hour program is divided into two phases Core - 300 hours (9 weeks full time). For part time education the hours remain the same but the weeks in each phase will double. Your first nine weeks at the Academy for Salon Professionals focus on preparing you for actual work on the clinic floor. You will be introduced to layers of the skin, infection control, skin physiology, bacteriology, skin analysis, facials and facial massage, and waxing techniques. You will be introduced to state board regulations, and sanitation laws. Class begins with classroom theory, and you will progress to work on mannequins. By the end of the nine weeks you will be working with live models and taking clients on the clinic floor. At the end of Core you will be anxious to apply what you’ve learned in our “real world” spa environment. Final Phase (9 weeks full time). Your next nine weeks will focus on getting you acclimated to clinic floor activities. You will continue to take classes in skin theory and you will take advanced classes in Brazilian wax techniques, body treatments, Microdermabrasion, alpha hydroxy acids, advanced body treatments and aromatherapy. You will take advanced makeup classes including tattoo cover up, bridal makeup and photo shoot. This is an exciting time as you get ready for your upcoming graduation show. You will create a story board for up to two models. Then you will make your vision come to life for an evening performance for family friends and the salon industry. You will also create a portfolio of professionally shot photos of a model for which you create make-up. You will also spend a good deal of time preparing for state board testing and you will have your “mock” state board test which will make you feel more confident to take your real state board examination. You will also get to take practice written tests so that you are completely confident and comfortable with the testing to become a licensed Esthetician with the state. Final Phase also includes a resume and interview classes that will help you develop a strong personalized resume and cover letter. With the resume class you also receive hands on coaching – including what to wear, questions to ask, and how Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 16 to give a confident answer during the interview process. you may be introduced to potential employers. At this phase you will take a spa tour so that Instructional methods used include Pivot Point text books and teaching methods such as audiovisual, big posters, hands-on, games, lecture, crossword puzzles, round-robin, Jeopardy, role play, etc. Your books will include a Textbook, a Study Guide, and a State Board Review book. In addition, Summit Salon books are used to teach personal business development. Students move from classroom instruction to clinic (hands-on) instruction, where practical knowledge is applied to a large client base. The Esthetics department also utilizes facial products from Dermalogica to provide facials to clients, and instruct students about the products they will use in a spa setting. They also use hard and soft wax, so that the students are more versatile with their waxing capabilities. Students learn to do chemical peels, microdermabrasions, body scrubs and wraps, make-up and Brazilians. Our Students also receive a kit that provides them with tools to complete a full make-up application, lash applications, any waxing services, and facial services. Graduates from this program receive a diploma and/or any certifications earned during the course of the program. _________________________________________________________________________________ ACADEMY CURRICULUM _________________________________________________________________________________ Skin science Intro to medical Esthetics Portfolio-building and portfolio-building projects Spa facials and waxing Microdermabrasion Aromatherapy and phytotherapy Advanced chemical and glycolic peels Advanced enzyme therapy treatments Makeup and lash application Building a clientele and spa ownership skills Client consultation and communication Participation in charity, fashion, and Bay Area spa events Mock State Board exam _________________________________________________________________________________ CURRICULUM BREAKDOWN Theory Operations Theory Operations _______________________________________State Board Requirements__AFSP Requirements___ Manual, Electrical and Chemical Facials Preparation Laws and Regulations Health and Safety Considerations Disinfection and Sanitation Anatomy and Physiology Eyebrow Beautification Makeup Personal and Professional Skills 70 15 10 40 10 15 25 20 - 140 50 40 - 210 15 10 40 10 15 25 20 30 150 125 50 40 - _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 17 FULL-TIME COURSE SCHEDULE _________________________________________________________________________________ Program length: About 18* weeks at 35 hours per week (*with perfect attendance) During first 9 weeks of class: Schedule: Monday – Friday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with an hour break for lunch Upon graduation to clinic: Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. with an hour break for lunch _________________________________________________________________________________ PART-TIME COURSE SCHEDULE _________________________________________________________________________________ Program length: About 42* weeks at 15.50(avg) hours per week (*with perfect attendance) Schedule: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. Alternating Saturdays 9:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. _________________________________________________________________________________ TUITION AND FEES _________________________________________________________________________________ Tuition: Supplies: STRF: Tax: Fees: $8,840.00 $1,700.00* $0 $148.75* $100.00 Total: $10,788.75 * Amounts shown reflect the basic makeup kit. Upgrades are available at the option of the student. Please refer to Financing Your Education for more information on current payment and financing plans. Acceptable methods of payment include cash, check, credit card, money order, Title IV funds, or 3rd party loans. _________________________________________________________________________________ PROGRAM PERFORMANCE _________________________________________________________________________________ Number of students completing a program in 2014: 98 Completion rate 2014: 78.40% (56% per BPPE guidelines) This percentage is based off of the number of students that were scheduled to complete the program within the year and the number of those students that graduated from the program. Placement Rate 2013: 64.29% (per NACCAS guidelines), (38% per BPPE guidelines) This percentage is based off of the number of students that graduated the program within the year and the number of students that were gainfully employed in the field. Median Cumulative Debt: Federal Student Loan Debt: $6271.50 Private Loan Debt: 0 Institutional Financing plan debt: 0 _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 18 SPA TRAINING _________________________________________________________________________________ ELIGIBILITY _________________________________________________________________________________ Only currently enrolled Esthetics students are eligible to train for and receive in school spa certifications (advanced spa therapy) at no additional cost. This does not lead to any state certification or licensing. _________________________________________________________________________________ DESCRIPTION _________________________________________________________________________________ Today’s top employers are looking for Estheticians with strong backgrounds in technical training and advanced spa therapy. Please contact an Admissions Counselor in the Office of Admissions for more information. _________________________________________________________________________________ AVAILABLE ADVANCED TRAINING _________________________________________________________________________________ Aromatherapy prescription blending in the modern spa Body wraps (shower-less) Glycolic peels and advanced enzyme therapy treatments Microdermabrasion _________________________________________________________________________________ NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ This institution is committed to providing equal opportunities to all applicants to programs and to all applicants for employment. Therefore, no discrimination shall occur in any program or activity of this institution, including activities related to the solicitation of students or employees on the basis of race, color, religion, religious beliefs, national origin, ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, age, disability, veteran’s status, or any other classification that precludes a person from consideration as an individual. Please direct any inquiries regarding this policy, if any, to the Executive Director, who is assigned the responsibility for assuring that this policy is followed. _________________________________________________________________________________ GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ A grade point average of 80% is required for graduation from any program at the Academy for Salon Professionals. Both theory and practical work are considered important. Students are evaluated on a level system that prepares them for salon performance levels. All work must be completed to graduate. The following are required for graduation from all programs: 1. Completion of state required number of hours 2. Completion of all assignments and tests 3. Completion of additional Academy required classes and hours 4. Completion of weekly project sheets and weekly grade sheets 5. 80% GPA and 80% Attendance rate 6. Payment plan of all tuition and other applicable charges is arranged and agreed OR; 7. Fees and or over contract charges paid in full _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 19 GRADING _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals uses a 100-point grading scale: 80-100% is the equivalent of a pass 0-79% is the equivalent of a fail Student may re-take tests, although they may not take the same test more than once per day. The highest score, not exceeding 80% among the retakes and original test, will be recorded as the score for that test. Students may turn in a three page outline to the test administrator prior to attempting the re-take. If an outline is turned in, the score for that particular retest will receive an additional 5%. Should the additional 5% bring the score for that test above 80%, that score or 85%, whichever is lower, shall be recorded as the score for that test. _________________________________________________________________________________ INCOMPLETES _________________________________________________________________________________ Incompletes may be given by the educators when the student is making every attempt to learn a skill or subject but requires additional time to complete the work successfully. Educators determine the time to complete the work. The student will be given a deadline and description of work that must be completed. _________________________________________________________________________ INADEQUATE GRADES _________________________________________________________________________________ When a student is weak in one or more areas of study or skill, the educators will determine a deadline for the student to complete the work satisfactorily. Inadequate grades may indicate lack of motivation as well as inability. The student will be informed immediately after a grading period, how a deficiency can be corrected. The student will be advised during the grading period if grades are below standard. _________________________________________________________________________________ COUNSELING _________________________________________________________________________________ CAREER PLANNING SESSIONS _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals maintains contacts in the cosmetology profession to assist students in job placement. Employers are encouraged to interview students, and every effort is made to secure a job opportunity for each graduate. There will be regular career events where prospective employers will be invited to the Academy to meet and speak with students. Students are prepared in the latter part of training to seek positions. Job opportunities are announced and posted on Facebook. The Academy website has a link for industry professionals looking to hire graduates. The Academy for Salon Professionals cannot guarantee every student will be placed. However, we do follow-up on graduates to help us prepare new students for future job placement. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 20 SUMMIT SALON BUSINESS TRAINING _________________________________________________________________________________ The Summit Salon Business Center is the premier business and personal development training company in the salon and spa industry today. From the ground breaking student business training programs, to the innovative instructor and staff training workshops....from the progressive salon consulting strategies, to the brand new line of business building programs for students...Summit Salon Business Center is truly raising the bar in the health and beauty industry. This journey takes them through the process of: • Understanding what a great decision they’ve made to enter this great industry. • How important it is for them to understand the importance of building a solid and sustainable business that will ensure success throughout their careers. • Why retail is such an essential part of building a successful business. • Why “customer service” is the answer to truly capitalizing on their technical training. _________________________________________________________________________________ EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy does not guarantee employment upon graduation. Our employment assistance program centers around our Career Development Advisor. The main responsibility of our career Development Advisor is to spend time in the community speaking with salon owners about their need for graduates. More specifically our Career Development Advisor has developed relationships with these salons and advises our students which salons have openings and which salons would match their requirements and temperaments. In addition we have (1) regularly scheduled salon and spa owner visits to the Academy (2) facility tours of well-known and high-end salon and spas in the Bay Area (3) networking events (4) regularly scheduled fashion shows whereby students have a chance to showcase work to Bay Area salon and spa owners (5) résumé-building classes and (6) professional portfolio-building sessions to display to potential employers. _________________________________________________________________________________ ADVISING _________________________________________________________________________________ Students are advised on a regular basis as per the institution’s Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy. However, students who need additional advising are welcome to set up an appointment with their instructor or administrator of the school. Emergency numbers for professional services are posted on the bulletin board in the school. _________________________________________________________________________________ STATE BOARD LICENSING _________________________________________________________________________________ RECIPROCITY _________________________________________________________________________________ Licensed cosmetologist, estheticians, and nail techs from California may apply for licenses in their field of expertise in other states and must comply with each state’s laws and rules to become licensed there. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 21 LICENSING EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS _________________________________________________________________________________ The board shall admit to examination for a license as a cosmetologist to practice cosmetology any person who has made application to the board in proper form, paid the fee required by this chapter, and is qualified as follows: (a) Is not less than 17 years of age. (b) Has completed the 10th grade in the public schools of this state or its equivalent. (c) Is not subject to denial pursuant to Section 480. (d) Has done any of the following: (1) Completed a course in cosmetology from a school approved by the board. (2) Practiced cosmetology as defined in this chapter outside of this state for a period of time equivalent to the study and training of a qualified person who has completed a course in cosmetology from a school the curriculum of which complied with requirements adopted by the board. Each three months of practice shall be deemed the equivalent of 100 hours of training for qualification under paragraph (1) of this subdivision. (3) Holds a license as a barber in this state and has completed a cosmetology crossover course in a school approved by the board. (4) Completed a barbering course in a school approved by the board and has completed a cosmetology crossover course in a school approved by the board. (5) Completed the apprenticeship program in cosmetology specified in Article 4 (commencing with Section 7332). The board shall admit to examination for a license as an esthetician to practice skin care, any person who has made application to the board in proper form, paid the fee required by this chapter, and is qualified as follows: (a) Is not less than 17 years of age. (b) Has completed the 10th grade in the public schools of this state or its equivalent. (c) Is not subject to denial pursuant to Section 480. (d) Has done any of the following: (1) Completed a course in skin care from a school approved by the board. (2) Practiced skin care, as defined in this chapter, outside of this state for a period of time equivalent to the study and training of a qualified person who has completed a course in skin care from a school the curriculum of which complied with requirements adopted by the board. Each three months of practice shall be deemed the equivalent of 100 hours of training for qualification under paragraph (1). (3) Completed the apprenticeship program in skin care specified in Article 4 (commencing with Section 7332). The Department of Consumer Affairs and its constituent entities are required to deny an application for licensure and to suspend the license/certificate/registration of any applicant or licensee who has outstanding tax obligations due to the Franchise Tax Board (FTB) or the State Board of Equalization (BOE) and appears on either the FTB or BOE's certified lists of top 500 tax delinquencies over $100,000. (AB 1424, Perea, Chapter 455, Statutes of 2011) Once it has been determined that an applicant or a licensee is on a certified list, the applicant or licensee has 90 days from the issuance of a preliminary notice of suspension to either satisfy all outstanding tax obligations or enter into a payment installment program with the FTB or BOE. Any such person who fails to come into compliance will have his/her license denied or suspended until the Board, Bureau, Commission or Committee they have applied to receives a release from the FTB or BOE. The form for requesting a release will be included with the preliminary notice of suspension. The law prohibits any of DCA's Boards, Bureaus, Commission or Committees from refunding any money paid for the issuance or renewal of a license where the license is denied or suspended as required by AB 1424. The FTB and BOE are currently expanding the certified lists from 250 to 500, but you can check if you are currently on the FTB's certified list Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 22 at: https://www.ftb.ca.gov/aboutFTB/Delinquent_Taxpayers.shtml or the BOE's certified list at: www.boe.ca.gov/cgi-bin/deliq.cgi. If you locate your name on either list, please call the FTB at 888-426-8555 or the BOE at 916-323-8624. Individuals who have been convicted of a crime can still apply to take the examination. The Board will request documents relating to your conviction be included with your Examination and Initial License Fee Application. These are reviewed and evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Some of the factors that are considered consist of the following. • • • • The length of time since the conviction The nature of the conviction Evidence of rehabilitation since the conviction Whether the crime (or act) is substantially related to the qualification, functions, or duties of the licensee If you have any further questions please call the Enforcement Unit at (916) 574-7574. 480. (a) A board may deny a license regulated by this code on the grounds that the applicant has one of the following: (1) Been convicted of a crime. A conviction within the meaning of this section means a plea or verdict of guilty or a conviction following a plea of nolo contendere. Any action that a board is permitted to take following the establishment of a conviction may be taken when the time for appeal has elapsed, or the judgment of conviction has been affirmed on appeal, or when an order granting probation is made suspending the imposition of sentence, irrespective of a subsequent order under the provisions of Section 1203.4 of the Penal Code. (2) Done any act involving dishonesty, fraud, or deceit with the intent to substantially benefit himself or herself or another, or substantially injure another. (3) (A) Done any act that if done by a licentiate of the business or profession in question, would be grounds for suspension or revocation of license. (B) The board may deny a license pursuant to this subdivision only if the crime or act is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the business or profession for which application is made. (b) Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, no person shall be denied a license solely on the basis that he or she has been convicted of a felony if he or she has obtained a certificate of rehabilitation under Chapter 3.5 (commencing with Section 4852.01) of Title 6 of Part 3 of the Penal Code or that he or she has been convicted of a misdemeanor if he or she has met all applicable requirements of the criteria of rehabilitation developed by the board to evaluate the rehabilitation of a person when considering the denial of a license under subdivision (a) of Section 482. (c) A board may deny a license regulated by this code on the ground that the applicant knowingly made a false statement of fact required to be revealed in the application for the license. _________________________________________________________________________________ SCHOOL POLICIES _________________________________________________________________________________ SUSPENSION _________________________________________________________________________________ Students may be suspended for absence on a mandatory day (Mondays and Saturdays), tardiness, putting the institution at liability (e.g. taking clients without consultation), or any behavior that the program director deems as inappropriate. If a student is suspended, he/she will be advised of the problem and what must be done to correct the problem. The student may wish to submit a formal complaint (DADMF008 Student Complaint - Internal Grievance Complaint Form) to the Office of Admissions ONLY if a suspension was given for a reason other than those mentioned above. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 23 It is the intent of the school to prepare professional people for a career. If a student is not so inclined and has limited likelihood of success in this career, it is the responsibility of Academy to inform the student and to tell the student how deficiencies can be corrected. In the event a student is suspended, a staff member will escort the student to the time clock, out the door to the parking lot and to the student’s vehicle. If a student has left a kit or other belongings on the clinic floor, the instructor will escort the student to collect these items, to clock out and to the parking lot. Once a student has been suspended the student is not allowed in any part of the building or on school property until that suspension has been served. If a student is caught on school property or in the building during a suspension period that student could face further disciplinary action up to and including termination. _________________________________________________________________________________ TERMINATION _________________________________________________________________________________ A student may be terminated for inadequate grades, failure to comply with attendance policies, or any failure to comply with the policies of Academy for Salon Professionals as outlined in the policies and this catalog. A $150.00 handling fee will apply in the event a student is terminated from any program at the Academy for Salon Professionals. _________________________________________________________________________________ TERMS OF RE-ENTRY _________________________________________________________________________________ A student who must withdraw may re-enter the school under the following conditions: 1. The student had satisfactory progress academically and with attendance when the withdrawal occurred. A students who successfully re-enter will re-enter in the same academic standing and progress in which they left. Core cycle drops will re-enter in the same standing in which they left, but will be allowed to miss up to a maximum of 28 additional hours in the second core cycle. _________________________________________________________________________________ CANCELLATION AND WITHDRAWAL PROCESS _________________________________________________________________________________ Should you choose to end your enrollment at the Academy for Salon Professionals, you must provide the Office of Admissions with written notification of your intent to terminate your program. The drop date will be determined as the date the written notification is post marked or the date the letter is delivered to the institution in person. The intent to drop cannot be accepted verbally or electronically ie. via telephone or email. The refund policy regarding this process is explained on pages 28-30 in the section titled ‘Refund Policy’. After refund calculations have been applied to any balances in the tuition account, a letter stating the amount to be refunded or the amount that is owed to the school will be sent to the student. If a balance is owed to the school it may be your responsibility to repay this amount. Proof of Training and operations will be released only after all balances have been paid. _________________________________________________________________________________ SCHOOL LIBRARY _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals does have a small learning library on the premises and students are welcome to use the books, videos and compact discs contained within the library. The library is located in the Financial Aid Office. As a student at the Academy for Salon Professionals you have access to these materials at any time during your enrollment. Materials contained in the learning library are not permitted to leave the premises at any time. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 24 KIT POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals requires all enrolled students to be prepared during all clock-able hours. This includes off site events and or extra-curricular activities. Students must have all issued kit items on their person while at school at all times. If a student has not been issued a specific kit or item, that student is not responsible to have that kit or item present at school. The kit includes all text books, Summit Salon books, hair kit and supplies, skin care kit and supplies and make up kit and supplies. Once a student has been issued a make-up kit, that kit must be present at all times while a student is clocked in. If a kit or item has been lost or stolen the student must notify a member of the school administration immediately so proper arrangements can be made to provide a loaner or replacement item. Students may not borrow or lend kit items under any circumstances unless prior approval from a school administration official has been granted. If a student is found to be missing kit items, that student will be clocked out until the item is retrieved. If a student is found to be borrowing kit items from a fellow student or lending kit items to a fellow student, that student will be clocked out for the day. Loaner kit items will be provided by the school for a maximum of two weeks per item per student. At the end of the two week period, if the student has not replaced the missing kit item, they will be clocked out until the item is replaced. _________________________________________________________________________________ PROFESSIONAL DRESS CODE (COSMETOLOGY AND ESTHETICS) _________________________________________________________________________________ Adherence to our professional dress requirements is an integral part of your education. We work in a fashion industry and must learn to advise clients regarding their personal image. During your program, you will receive training and advice regarding your personal image. If an instructor deems your appearance for the day unsatisfactory, you may be asked to leave the Academy and return with appropriate dress. You will be clocked out and will not receive hours until you return in compliance with the Academy standards. _________________________________________________________________________________ Shoes Clean and polished with no scuffs No sandals No flip-flops No athletic sole shoes (Jordans, converse, Vans etc.) No Ugg or “Ugg style” boots No open toe shoes Uniform Tops must meet bottoms, No bare midriffs Black tops and bottoms must be in good condition. They should be clean, pressed, and fit properly Black tops should not be too low cut and may not be sleeveless If a tunic is worn, it must be no higher than the knees Bottoms, skirts, and slacks should be black. They should not be too short (skirts must be to the knee) or too tight. Fashion leggings may be worn, but should not be too shear; and a tunic or shirt that covers to mid-thigh must be worn with it. Any beading or fringe detail must be black Hose, if worn, must be black or neutral in color Socks must be black, gold, or silver Be creative - add jewelry Avoid bulky sweaters, low cut tops, spaghetti straps, tank tops and sloppy shirts Underarms must be covered even when arms are raised Avoid very short skirt lengths, baggy hose, or hose with runs Repair lost buttons, torn seams, or hems out Undergarments must be covered, and should not be visible through clothing Makeup Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 25 Color coordinated with skin tone Should be done prior to attending school, unless specified by a teacher not to Nails Clean and filed No excessive detail (rhinestones, charms etc.) Hair Clean, dry, finished style combed into place No baseball hats or beanies Hair accessories are okay (examples: styled hairpieces, decorations) If wearing a style involving a hair band, the hair band must not be visible Logos • Only Academy and Redken logos are allowed. Esthetics Bottoms must be longer than esthetics jacket Shoes must be “quiet” when walking, non-skid. Esthetics students are not permitted false nail tips of any kind As well as all rules contained within the Dress Code Policy _________________________________________________________________________________ CLASSROOM AVAILABILTY _________________________________________________________________________________ No class is guaranteed a classroom for the entire day and classroom assignments may change at the discretion of a school official. Should classrooms be unavailable, suitable learning environments are provided on the salon floor or in the esthetics clinic. Occasional off-site events occur. More information on this policy is made available to the student during orientation. _________________________________________________________________________________ FOOD AND BEVERAGES _________________________________________________________________________________ While class is in session, no food or drinks other than bottled water are allowed in the classroom. You are welcome to keep your beverages and food in the break room or in your locker. Each instructor has been informed of this policy and will do their best to ensure a clean, food-free classroom. No food or drinks of any kind are allowed on the clinic floor. _________________________________________________________________________________ CELL PHONES _________________________________________________________________________________ Cell phones are not allowed in the classroom at all. You may use your cell phone on break either in the hallway or outside the building. Cell phone use is not allowed on the salon floor at all. Any violation of this policy will result in an immediate suspension. _________________________________________________________________________________ EQUIPMENT USE _________________________________________________________________________________ Students must exercise reasonable care when using equipment supplied by the school. Students may be held financially liable for damage to school equipment that is due to misuse or neglect. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 26 NAMETAGS (STUDENTS AND EDUCATORS) _________________________________________________________________________________ Both students and educators are assigned nametags containing either their first name or a name they would like to be referenced by while in school. These nametags serve to identify not only the student, but the stylist as well. Nametags are to be worn at all times. There is a $10.00 fee for lost or changed nametags. _________________________________________________________________________________ PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT _________________________________________________________________________________ Students are expected to behave professionally and respectfully at all times. Failure to adhere to school policies, as outlined in this Catalog of Courses and the Student Handbook, is grounds for immediate disciplinary action. ________________________________________________________________________________ APPEALS POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ Should a student feel that an exception should be made with regards to a rule or policy that resulted in disciplinary action or termination of the student, they may file an appeal. The student must submit an appeal form, a statement containing what about their situation caused them to be unable to comply with existing policies or procedures, what has changed (or will change in the near future) about their situation to allow them to comply in the future, and any applicable documentation. The appeal will be reviewed by the board of appeals, and the student will be notified of any approval or disapproval of the appeal. _________________________________________________________________________________ ATTENDANCE AND TARDINESS _________________________________________________________________________________ Students are expected to attend all classes as scheduled. This school uses software published by Genesis to track student attendance. Failure to clock-in, clockout, leaving early from class, and/or not clocking in at all, not only affects a student’s scheduled graduation date but also causes over contract fees. In the case that a student is absent or late, it is the responsibility of the student to notify the school of the reason for the absence or tardy clock in. If a student is late to class at the start of the daily session, they will not be able to join class until the beginning announcements have been completed. If a student is missing hours by his/her scheduled date of graduation, he/she: 1. Has gone over the time specified for his/her program. 2. May be subject to pay over-contract fees (see Over-Contract Fees). Students have many opportunities throughout the program to participate in outside events. Some of these events will allow students to accrue “Make Up Hours.” Examples of these types of events would be fashion shows, charity events and educational classes, etc. These events are not guaranteed to any student, and students are chosen based on attendance. These hours do not go toward any specific state board requirements or certifications, but they do go towards the 600 or 1600 hours needed to complete the program. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 27 _________________________________________________________________________________ APPROVED ABSENCES _________________________________________________________________________________ Absences may be approved if absences are requested at least seven days in advance, and the student has no tardiness, no unexcused absences, no suspensions or disciplinary actions, and all class work is up to date. Absences may be approved by the registrar. Approved absences do not prevent the student from going over contract if the student has missed more than the allotted time specified in the contract for illness or emergency. Reasons absences may be approved include, but are not limited to: 1. Illness of student or student’s child with doctor’s note. 2. Funeral with program from service. 3. Car accident with police report. 4. Doctor visits for non-illness appointments. (Examples: medical, dental, vision, pregnancy). 5. Maternity leave or complications of pregnancy. _________________________________________________________________________________ ATTENDANCE OF OVER CONTRACT HOURS _________________________________________________________________________________ Attendance of over contract hours is at the Executive Director’s or Registrar’s discretion. Attending unscheduled school hours or off-site events for over contract is only allowed if the student is in good academic standing. Students may schedule over contract hour attendance with the Registrar on Tuesdays. Students may only attend over contract hours on Wednesday and Thursday, if approved by the Registrar. Students attending over contract hours must stay for the full duration of the appropriate schedule (i.e. 5:30-9:30pm if attending evening class for over contract; and 9am-5pm for day class). The ONLY exception to attending the full duration is if the student has fewer hours to make up than are offered in the class schedule they are attending to make up hours; and permission for this is at the discretion of the Registrar. A student is only eligible after 1200 hours in the Cosmetology program and 450 hours in the Esthetics program. Students who are eligible to attend these hours will pay for the hours in accordance with the current over contract rates listed in the Enrollment Agreement. The current over contract rates are $20.00 per hour. If the student exceeds 320 (120 for an Esthetics student) over contract hours, the student will be terminated due to exceeding maximum allowable program length. The student must pay the over contract fees on the Tuesday on which they schedule attendance of over contract hours, BEFORE hours can be attended. Please contact the Office of the Registrar or your program director for more information (and current changes) on this policy. _________________________________________________________________________________ OVER CONTRACT FEES _________________________________________________________________________________ The current Over Contract rate is $20.00 per hour. These hours will be billed only after the student has reached the expected end date specified in the Enrollment Agreement. You may have the option to make payment arrangements with AFSP and have documentation released once all terms of the payment arrangement have been completed. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 28 _________________________________________________________________________ LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals is required to take attendance. Should your circumstances be such that a leave of absence is needed, please submit a Leave of Absence form (DADMF010 Leave of Absence Form) to the Office of the Registrar. At the discretion of the Registrar, Executive Director, and Educational Director or his/her assignee(s), a leave may be granted for 30 days, as warranted by the circumstances. The student’s contract will be extended for the same number of days the student was on LOA without any penalty to the student. The LOA must be requested and approved in writing prior to LOA occurring. Any such requests must contain the signature of the student, and will only be granted if there is a reasonable expectation that the student will return from the leave of absence. In addition, the student is required to list the reason for the LOA. Acceptable reasons include Sabbatical, Family, Development, Personal, Medical, and Military. Emergency LOA, without prior written request, may be granted provided the student completes the LOA form and returns it to the Academy for Salon Professionals via mail or in person within seven calendar days from the first date of absence or within reasonable resolution of the emergency, whichever comes sooner. A student granted an LOA is not considered to be withdrawn, and no refund calculation shall be completed for the leave. There are no additional charges for a Leave of Absence. Should a student currently on LOA fail to attend the first scheduled day of school after the scheduled end of the LOA, that student will be dis-enrolled from Academy for Salon Professionals. Academy for Salon Professionals permits one LOA per student for 30 calendar days. A student who must take an approved Leave of Absence (LOA) or must withdraw from training for nonacademic reasons will return to the program in the same academic standing and progress as when the student left. An approved leave of absence is not considered a withdraw from the school, and as such, no refund calculation is required during the leave of absence. A leave of absence extends the student's contract period and maximum time frame by the same number of days in the leave of absence. On the day the student returns from a LOA the student is required to inform the registrar, director, or his or her assignee of their return. The student’s contract will be extended for the same number of days the student was on LOA without any penalty to the student. Should a student not return from a leave of absence, that student will be dis-enrolled from the program, with the last date of physical attendance used for any refund calculations. _________________________________________________________________________________ CORE CYCLE RESTART POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ There is a strong emphasis on the core cycle of each program. Therefore, all full time and part time students enrolled at the Academy for Salon Professionals may only miss 28 hours in the core cycle of the Cosmetology and Esthetics programs. If a student is dropped from the core cycle for missing 28 hours, they may apply to restart attendance with any available core cycle start within 180 days. Applications to restart will be reviewed on a case by case basis by the Executive Director and/or his/her designee. During this second core cycle, the student will be allowed to miss 28 hours in the second core cycle. If a student is dropped for missing 28 hours in the second core cycle, that student will not be allowed to restart the program. _________________________________________________________________________________ REFUND POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ Students rejected by Academy for Salon Professionals will receive 100% refund of all fees paid, except for the non-refundable application fee $100.00. Students Right To Cancel: A student has the right to cancel the enrollment agreement and obtain a refund of charges paid, less the $100.00 application fee through attendance at the first class session or seven days after enrollment, whichever comes later. If student is a minor, notice of termination must be made by Guarantor/Guardian. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 29 If a student withdraws or is terminated by the institution after the seventh day after signing the enrollment contract or on the first day of attendance, whichever comes later, the following refund policy will be followed. The institution shall provide a pro-rata refund of the institutional charges of the period of attendance. The period of attendance is the length of the program the student is enrolled in. (1) Divide total scheduled hours through the last day of physical attendance by the number of hours in the program. (2) If the quotient in line (1) is < 60%, multiply this number by total tuition charges for the course. If the quotient from (1) is > 60%, charges are total tuition for the course. (3) The total from line (2) is the charges for hours scheduled. (4) The amount owed by the student for the purposes of calculating a refund is derived by taking the total from line (3), adding the $100 registration fee and any charges for supplies received, taxes for those supplies, STRF fees, and the $150 disenrollment fee. (5) The refund shall be any amount in excess of the figure derived in (4) that was paid by the student after adjustments for return to title 4 have been made (if applicable). Hypothetical Refund Example (according to the state prorate policy)Assume that a student, upon enrollment in a 1,600-hour course, pays $18,000.00 for tuition, $100.00 registration, and $3575.00 (documented cost to the school) for equipment as specified in the enrollment agreement and has attempted 600 hours at the time of withdrawal. The prorate refund to the student would be $11,100.00 based on the calculation stated below. (Opened kits and books are non-refundable no matter the condition.) Total Paid $21,675 Tuition Cost $18,000.00 Paid for instruction $18,000.00 Less Registration (not refundable) ($100.0) Hours in the Course 1,600 Scheduled hrs attempted 600 Less cost of equipment (not refundable) ($3575.00) Hourly Charge $11.25 Tuition owed 600 x $11.25 $6750.00 Equals amount paid for instruction $18,000.00 Less Cancellation Fee $150.00 Refund Due $11,100.00 Any refund that is due the student will be made within 45 days of cancellation or withdrawal. If the amount that is owed is more than the amount that has been already paid, then the student will have to make arrangements to pay it. Refunds will be made within 45 days after the school has determined that the student has withdrawn from classes. Enrollment time is defined as the time elapsed between the actual starting date and the student’s last day of physical attendance in the school. Cancellation or termination date is determined by the postmark on written notification, or the date notice of cancellation is delivered to the school administration in person. Cancellation or termination must be in written form, with the signature of the enrolled student to be considered valid. Verbal cancellation via telephone or in person and electronic cancellation via email will not be accepted. Once the cancellation or termination date has been determined refund calculations will be applied. In case of a leave of absence, regardless of duration, the termination date is the earlier of the date that student was scheduled to return to school but failed to be present or date of withdraw. Refunds are due within 45 days of that date, or the date the student notifies the institution the student will not be returning. For students who do not formally withdraw, the institution monitors students on a daily attendance basis. If student fails to attend fourteen consecutive days, and the institution is unable to contact the student and determine withdraw or leave of absence standing, the student contract is cancelled on the Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 30 fifteenth (15) day. Refunds are due within 45 days of that date. If a program or course is cancelled subsequent to a student’s enrollment, before the instruction has begun the school shall provide a full refund of all monies paid (including application fee). If the school closes prematurely and ceases to offer instruction and students have enrolled, and instruction has begun, the school will provide a prorata refund of any tuition paid. Return of Title IV: Special note to students receiving Unsubsidized/Subsidized/PLUS/Perkins loans, ACG/National SMART/Pell grants or other aid, if you withdraw from school prior to the completion of the equivalent to 60 percent of the workload in any given payment period, a calculation using the percentage completed will be applied to the funds received or that could have been receive that will determine the amount of aid the student earned. Unearned funds would be returned to the program in the order stated below by the school and/or the student. Student liability to loan funds will continue to be paid in accordance to the original promissory note terms. Funds owed by the student to the Grant programs are limited to 50% of the gross award per program received. Sample Calculation, completion of 25% of the payment period or enrollment period earns only 25% of the aid disbursed or that could have been disbursed. If applicable, this would be the first calculation to determine the amount of aid that the student would be eligible for from the Title IV Financial Aid programs. A second calculation would take place to determine the amount earned by the institution during the period of enrollment. If you receive a loan to pay for the cost of your program you will have the responsibility to repay the full amount of the loan plus interest, less the amount of any refund. If you have received federal student financial aid funds, you are entitled to a refund of the moneys not paid from federal student financial aid programs If the school discontinued or canceled a program or course prior to completion of the educational programs, the institution will provide a pro-rata refund of tuition and transfer all hours completed. When an institution is in default, students institutional charges may be refunded on a pro-rata basis if the bureau determines that the school has made provision for students enrolled at the time of default to complete a comparable education program at another institution at no additional charge to the student beyond the amount of the total charges in the original enrollment agreement. If the institution does not make that provision, a total refund of all institutional charges shall be made to the student. Student Tuition Recovery Fund: “You must pay the state-imposed assessment for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) if all of the following applies to you: 1) You are a student, who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program and prepay all or part of your tuition either by cash, guaranteed student loans, or personal loans, and, 2) Your total charges are not paid by any third-party payer such as an employer, government program or other payer unless you have a separate agreement to repay the third party. You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if either of the following applies: 1) You are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program. 2) Your total charges are paid by a third party, such as an employer, government program or other payer, and you have no separate agreement to repay the third party. Amount of STRF Assessment; § 76120. (a) Each qualifying institution shall collect an assessment of $0 per one thousand dollars ($1,000) of institutional charges, rounded to the nearest thousand dollars, from each student. For institutional charges of one thousand dollars ($1,000) or less, the assessment is $0. _________________________________________________________________________________ STUDENT TUITION RECOVERY FUND _________________________________________________________________________________ The fund exists to relieve or mitigate pecuniary losses suffered by a California resident who is or was a student of a qualifying institution if the student enrolled in an institution, prepaid tuition, paid the assessment, and suffered loss as a result of any of the following reasons per California Education Code Section 76020: The closure of the institution. The institution’s failure to pay refunds or charges on behalf of a student to a third party for license fees or any other purposes, or to provide equipment or materials for which a charge was collected within 180 days before the closure of the institution. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 31 The institution’s failure to pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federally guaranteed student loan program as required by law or to pay or reimburse proceeds received by the institution prior to closure in excess of tuition and other costs. A decline in the quality or value of the course of instruction within the 30-day period before the closure of the institution or, if the decline began before the period, the period of decline determined by the Bureau. The student’s inability to collect a judgment entered against a qualifying institution, subject to all of the following: The student has reasonably tried, and failed, to collect on the judgment. The Bureau receives the student’s application within 4 years from the school’s closure. The student has not received reimbursement or forgiveness from any other source. The STRF application can be found at www.bppe.ca.gov/applications/strf.pdf. _________________________________________________________________________________ COMPLAINT PROCEDURE _________________________________________________________________________________ In accordance with Academy policies, these procedures are for students who wish to seek redress for the acts or omissions of individual Academy faculty, staff members, or administrative offices. When filing a student grievance under these procedures, the burden of proof rests upon the student to provide clear and convincing evidence. I. II. III. Definitions A. The term “complainant” refers to the individual who is filing the complaint. B. The term “conference” refers to a communication between two or more individuals by telephone, in writing (including but not limited to e-mail, fax, or posted letter), through videoconferencing, or in person. C. The “administrator” for complaints against Academy faculty, program departments, staff, and administrative offices is the Executive Director. The “administrator” for complaints that cannot be resolved within the school is the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology D. The “respondent” refers to the individual Academy faculty or staff member or against whom the formal complaint is filed. Procedures A. Students who wish to seek redress for the acts or omissions of a respondent must first request a conference with the respondent and attempt to resolve the complaint informally. B. If a satisfactory resolution is not reached, the student may file a formal complaint (DADMF007) to the administrator within 10 calendar days of the alleged act or omission. (If a complaint is filed against the administrator, the formal complaint may be filed with the BPPE). C. Upon receipt of the complaint, a school committee is to be set up within 21 calendar days of the alleged act or omission; comprised of at least three individuals from the following categories: school owner, director, instructor, member of the public interest, or student. The conference is documented in writing. Appeals A. If the student or respondent believes that the process and procedures outlined in this Policy were incomplete or unfair, an appeal may be made, once again, to the Executive Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 32 Director or the official(s) serving in place of the Executive Director, whereby another complaint committee may be formed. In the event that a complaint cannot be resolved internally, the complaint may be addressed to the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences * (NACCAS), or the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. NACCAS 4401 Ford Avenue, Suite 1300, Alexandria, VA 22302-1432 USA (703) 600-7600 www.naccas.org Board of Barbering and Cosmetology P.O. Box 944226 Sacramento Ca, 94244-2260 (800) 952-5210 www.barbercosmo.ca.gov Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at P.O. Box 980818 West Sacramento, Ca. 95798-0818, online at www.bppe.ca.gov and by phone or fax: (916) 431-6959 (916) 263-1897 Toll Free: (888) 370-7589 Additionally, a student or any member of the public may file a complaint against this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary by calling toll free: (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau’s website at www.bppe.ca.gov. _________________________________________________________________________________ SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Policy is consistently applied to all students enrolled at the school. It is printed in the catalog to ensure that all students receive a copy prior to enrollment. The policy complies with the guidelines established by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) and the federal regulations established by the United States Department of Education. EVALUATION PERIODS Students are evaluated for SAP as follows, regardless of full or part time schedule: Cosmetology 450, 900, and 1250 clocked (actual) hours Esthetics 300 clocked (actual) hours *Transfer Students- Midpoint of the contracted hours or the established evaluation periods, whichever comes first. Evaluation periods are based on hours attended at AFSP. Evaluations will determine if the student has met the minimum requirements for satisfactory academic progress. The frequency of evaluations ensures that students have ample opportunity to meet both the attendance and academic progress requirements of at least one evaluation by midpoint in the course. ATTENDANCE PROGRESS EVALUATIONS Students are required to attend a minimum of 80% of the hours possible based on the applicable attendance schedule in order to be considered maintaining satisfactory attendance progress. Evaluations are conducted at the end of each evaluation period to determine if the student has met the minimum requirements. The attendance percentage is determined by dividing the total hours attended by the total number of hours scheduled. At the end of each evaluation period, the school will determine if the student has maintained at least 80% cumulative attendance since the beginning of the course which indicates that, given the same attendance rate, the student will graduate within the maximum time frame allowed. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 33 MAXIMUM TIME FRAME The maximum time (which does not exceed 125% of the course length) allowed for students to complete each course at satisfactory academic progress is stated below: COURSE MAXIMUM TIME ALLOWED WEEKS SCHEDULED HOURS Cosmetology (Full time, 35 hrs/wk) - 1600 Hours 57.14 Weeks 2000 Cosmetology (Part time, 19 hrs/wk) – 1600 Hours 105.26 Weeks 2000 Esthetics (Full time, 35 hrs/wk) – 600 Hours 21.43 Weeks 750 Esthetics (Part time, 15.5 avg. hrs/wk) – 600 Hours 48.39 Weeks 750 The maximum time allowed for transfer students who need less than the full course requirements or part-time students will be determined based on 80% of the scheduled hours. Students who exceed the maximum timeframe will be removed from the program. ACADEMIC PROGRESS EVALUATIONS The qualitative element used to determine academic progress is a reasonable system of grades as determined by assigned academic learning. Students are assigned academic learning and a minimum number of practical experiences. Academic learning is evaluated after each unit of study. Students may re-take tests up to a maximum of two retakes. Students must turn in a three page outline to the test administrator prior to being allowed to attempt the re-take. The highest score not exceeding 85% among the retakes and original test will be recorded as the score for that test. At least two comprehensive practical skills evaluations will be conducted during the course of study. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures and set forth in practical skills evaluation criteria adopted by the school. Students must maintain a written grade average of 80% and pass a FINAL written and practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments. The Academy for Salon Professionals uses a 100-point grading scale: 80-100% is the equivalent of a pass 0-79% is the equivalent of a fail DETERMINATION OF PROGRESS STATUS Students meeting the minimum requirements for academics and attendance at the evaluation point are considered to be making satisfactory academic progress until the next scheduled evaluation. Students will receive a hard-copy of their Satisfactory Academic Progress Determination at the time of each of the evaluations if the student is deemed to not be maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress, which may cause their Title IV Funding interrupted, unless the student is on warning. If the student is deemed to be achieving Satisfactory Academic Progress at an evaluation, the student may request a copy of the evaluation from the administrative office, but will otherwise not be notified. WARNING Students who fail to meet minimum requirements for attendance or academic progress are placed on warning and considered to be making satisfactory academic progress while during the warning period. The student will be advised in writing on the actions required to attain satisfactory academic progress by the next evaluation. If at the end of the warning period, the student has still not met both the attendance and academic requirements, he/she will be deemed ineligible to receive Title IV funds, if applicable, and will be terminated from the school. RE-ESTABLISHMENT OF SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS Students may re-establish satisfactory academic progress and Title IV aid, as applicable, by meeting minimum attendance and academic requirements at the next evaluation period. INTERRUPTIONS, COURSE INCOMPLETES, WITHDRAWALS If enrollment is temporarily interrupted for a Leave of Absence, the student will return to school in the same progress status as prior to the leave of absence. Hours elapsed during a leave of absence will extend the student’s contract period and maximum time frame by the same number of days taken in the leave of absence and will not be included in the student's cumulative attendance percentage calculation. Students who withdraw prior to completion of the course and wish to re-enroll will return in the same satisfactory academic progress status as at the time of withdrawal Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 34 NONCREDIT AND REMEDIAL COURSES Noncredit and remedial courses do not apply to this institution. Therefore, these items have no effect upon the school's satisfactory academic progress standards. TRANSFER HOURS With regard to Satisfactory Academic Progress, a student’s transfer hours will be counted as both attempted and earned hours for the purpose of determining when the allowable maximum time frame has been exhausted. _________________________________________________________________________________ CONSUMER INFORMATION __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ STUDENT INFORMATION RECORD RELEASE POLICY __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Student records for all students are kept for five years; they include both academic and financial information. Students may inspect and review their educational records. To do so, submit a written request identifying the specific information you would like to review. Should you find, upon your review, that there are records that are inaccurate or misleading you may request that the errors be corrected. In the event that a difference of opinion exists regarding the existence of errors, you may ask that a meeting be held to resolve the matter. It is our intent to carefully follow the rules applicable under the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA). It is our intent to protect the privacy of your financial, academic and other school records. We will not release such information to any individual without having first received your written request to do so, or unless otherwise required by FERPA. All transcripts are to be maintained by the school indefinitely. _________________________________________________________________________________ FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT (FERPA) of 1974 __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) affords eligible students certain rights with respect to their education records. (An "eligible student" under FERPA is a student who is 18 years of age or older or who attends a postsecondary institution.) These rights include: 1. The right to inspect and review the student's education records within 45 days after the day the Academy for Salon Professionals receives a request for access. A student should submit to the registrar, dean, head of the academic department, or other appropriate official, a written request that identifies the record(s) the student wishes to inspect. The school official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the school official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed. 2. The right to request the amendment of the student's education records that the student believes are inaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violation of the student's privacy rights under FERPA. A student who wishes to ask the school to amend a record should write the school official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record the student wants changed, and specify why it should be changed. If the school decides not to amend the record as requested, the school will notify the student in writing of the decision and the student's right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 35 3. The right to provide written consent before the university discloses personally identifiable information (PII) from the student's education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. The school discloses education records without a student's prior written consent under the FERPA exception for disclosure to school officials with legitimate educational interests. A school official is a person employed by the Academy for Salon Professionals in an administrative, supervisory, academic, research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff); a person serving on the board of trustees; or a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee. A school official also may include a volunteer or contractor outside of the [School] who performs an institutional service of function for which the school would otherwise use its own employees and who is under the direct control of the school with respect to the use and maintenance of PII from education records, such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent or a student volunteering to assist another school official in performing his or her tasks. A school official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an education record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibilities for the Academy for Salon Professionals. Upon request, the school also discloses education records without consent to officials of another school in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. FERPA requires a school to make a reasonable attempt to notify each student of these disclosures unless the school states in its annual notification that it intends to forward records on request. 4. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the [School] to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is: Family Policy Compliance Office U.S. Department of Education 400 Maryland Avenue SW Washington, DC 20202 [NOTE: In addition, a school may want to include its directory information public notice, as required by §99.37 of the regulations, with its annual notification of rights under FERPA.] FERPA permits the disclosure of PII from students' education records, without consent of the student, if the disclosure meets certain conditions found in §99.31 of the FERPA regulations. Except for disclosures to school officials, disclosures related to some judicial orders or lawfully issued subpoenas, disclosures of directory information, and disclosures to the student, §99.32 of FERPA regulations requires the institution to record the disclosure. Eligible students have a right to inspect and review the record of disclosures. A postsecondary institution may disclose PII from the education records without obtaining prior written consent of the student• • To other school officials, including teachers, within the Academy for Salon Professionals whom the school has determined to have legitimate educational interests. This includes contractors, consultants, volunteers, or other parties to whom the school has outsourced institutional services or functions, provided that the conditions listed in §99.31(a)(l)(i)(B)(J)- (a)(l)(i)(B)(2) are met. (§99.31(a)(l))the student's enrollment or transfer, subject to the requirements of §99.34. (§99.31(a)(2) To authorized representatives of the U.S. Comptroller General, the U.S. Attorney General, the U.S. Secretary of Education, or State and local educational authorities, such as a State postsecondary authority that is responsible for supervising the university's State-supported education programs. Disclosures under this provision may be made, subject to the requirements of §99.35, in connection with an audit or evaluation of Federal or State-supported education programs, or for the enforcement of or compliance with Federal legal requirements that relate to those programs. These entities may make Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 36 further disclosures of PII to outside entities that are designated by them as their authorized representatives to conduct any audit, evaluation, or enforcement or compliance activity on their behalf. (§§99.3l(a)(3) and 99.35) • In connection with financial aid for which the student has applied or which the student has received, if the information is necessary to determine eligibility for the aid, determine the amount of the aid, determine the conditions of the aid, or enforce the terms and conditions of the aid. (§99.31(a)(4)) • To organizations conducting studies for, or on behalf of, the school, in order to: (a) develop, validate, or administer predictive tests; (b) administer student aid programs; or (c) improve instruction. (§99.31(a)(6)) • To accrediting organizations to carry out their accrediting functions. ((§99.31(a)(7)) • To parents of an eligible student if the student is a dependent for IRS tax purposes. (§99.31(a)(8)) • To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena. (§99.31(a)(9)) • To appropriate officials in connection with a health or safety emergency, subject to §99.36. (§99.31(a)(10)) • Information the school has designated as "directory information" under §99.37. (§99.31(a)(ll)) • To a victim of an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or a non-forcible sex offense, subject to the requirements of §99.39. The disclosure may only include the final results of the disciplinary proceeding with respect to that alleged crime or offense, regardless of the finding. (§99.31(a)(13)) • To the general public, the final results of a disciplinary proceeding, subject to the requirements of §99.39, if the school determines the student is an alleged perpetrator of a crime of violence or non-forcible sex offense and the student has committed a violation of the school's rules or policies with respect to the allegation made against him or her. (§99.3l(a)(l4)) To parents of a student regarding the student's violation of any Federal, State, or local law, or of any rule or policy of the school, governing the use or possession of alcohol or a controlled substance if the school determines the student committed a disciplinary violation and the student is under the age of 21. (§99.3l(a)(15)) _________________________________________________________________________________ • SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy is committed to providing a work environment that is free of discrimination, intimidation and harassment. In keeping with this commitment, we believe that it is necessary to affirmatively address this subject and express our strong disapproval of sexual harassment. No one associated with the Academy may engage in verbal abuse of a sexual nature; use sexually degrading or graphic words to describe an individual or an individual’s body; or display sexually suggestive objects or pictures at this campus. Students and staff are responsible for conducting themselves in a manner consistent with the spirit and intent of this policy. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 37 DRUG AND ALCOHOL POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals complies with federal, state and local laws that regulate or prohibit the possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs. The Academy’s policy applies to all Academy full-time, part-time, and temporary faculty, staff, and students. Health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol include: impaired mental and physical health, neurological disease/damage, memory and intellectual performance interference, mental and physical depression, uncontrollable violence, impulsive behavior, convulsive seizures, homicide, suicide, cardiac disease or damage, cardiovascular collapse or heart failure, gastrointestinal disease or damage, ulcers or erosive gastritis, anemia, liver and pancreatic disease, liver failure or pancreatitis, deteriorating relationships, and death. All Academy students, faculty, and staff are prohibited from unlawfully possessing, using, , distributing or dispensing and manufacturing any controlled substance on the Academy’s premises while school is in session. All faculty, staff, and students must comply with applicable laws and regulations pertaining to possession, use, manufacture, distribution, or dispensation of any controlled substance, whether or not such laws are mentioned in this document. All are expected to report to work and school free of alcohol or the influence of any illicit drug. _________________________________________________________________________________ VACCINATION POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals does not have a vaccination requirement, but encourages each student to take responsibility for his or her own health and wellness. Information for free or reduced price clinics offering vaccinations can be found at, www.sccgov.org/sites/sccphd/enus/Pages/default.aspx _________________________________________________________________________________ STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals does not apply any rule concerning a student's actual or potential parental, family, or marital status which treats students differently on the basis of sex. The Academy for Salon Professionals does not discriminate against any student, or exclude any student from its education program or activity, including any class or extracurricular activity, on the basis of such student's pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy or recovery there from, unless the student requests voluntarily to participate in a separate portion of the program or activity of the recipient. The Academy for Salon Professionals does require such a student to obtain the certification of a physician that the student is physically and emotionally able to continue participation in the normal education program or activity so long as such a certification is required of all students for other physical or emotional conditions requiring the attention of a physician. The Academy for Salon Professionals does not operate any portion of either program separately for such students. The Academy for Salon Professionals does treat pregnancy, childbirth, false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy and recovery there from in the same manner and under the same policies as any other temporary disability with respect to any medical or hospital benefit, service, plan or policy which such recipient administers, operates, offers, or participates in with respect to students admitted to the recipient's educational program or activity. _________________________________________________________________________________ REVIEW OF INFORMATION _________________________________________________________________________________ As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog before signing an Enrollment Agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 38 STUDENT HOUSING _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals is a non-residential institution and does not provide dormitory facilities and does not assist in students finding available housing facilities near or around the institution. Housing availability can be found on www.apartmentfinder.com or other rental websites as well as various realty websites for homes listed for purchase. The average rent for a 1000sqft apartment home located within 5 miles of the school is between $1100.00 and $2300.00 per month. The average home price located within 5 miles of the school is estimated to be between $400,000 and $700,000. If you need assistance finding housing please contact the Office of Admissions for a list of local realty offices that can assist you in finding appropriate housing to fit your budget requirements. _________________________________________________________________________________ CRIME STATISTICS _________________________________________________________________________________ In accordance with the Jeanne Cleary Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act the school collects crime statistics as the basis for the Annual Security Report that is made available to students, employees, applicants, for enrollment or employment. Campus is defined as any building or property owned or controlled by the school within the same contiguous area used by the school in direct support of or related to its educational purpose. The following criminal offenses include any crime statistics that occurred on campus during the previous three year period. Date updated as of 9/9/2015 Crimes Reported 2012 2013 2014 Murder (Includes non-negligent manslaughter) Negligent manslaughter Sex offenses (forcible) Sex offenses (non-forcible) Robbery Aggravated assaults Burglaries 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Motor Vehicle Thefts (on Campus) Arson Any other Crime involving bodily injury 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Number of arrest made for the following crimes Liquor Laws Drug Laws Illegal Weapons Possession 2012 2013 2014 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Location: C=Campus N=Non-campus P=Public Area *Hate Crime C (2012) C (2014) Referred for campus disciplinary action? (Yes)(No) * Hate Offenses: The above crimes of murder, manslaughter, arson, forcible rape and aggravated assault that show evidence of prejudice based on race, religion, sexual orientation, ethnicity or disability as prescribed by the Hate Crimes Statistics Act (28 U.S.C 534) occurred. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 39 Academy for Salon Professionals encourages all students and employees to be responsible for their own security and the security of others. Please report any known criminal offenses occurring on campus to the school administration. In the event a sex offense should occur on campus, the victim should take the following steps: 1. Report the offense to the school administration. 2. Preserve any evidence as may be necessary to the proof of the criminal offense. 3. Request assistance, if desired, from school administration in reporting the crime to local law enforcement agencies. 4. Request a change in the academic situation if necessary. _________________________________________________________________________________ INFORMATION FOR CRIME VICTIM ABOUT DISCIPLINARY HEARINGS _________________________________________________________________________________ Institution must, upon written request disclose to the alleged victim of any crime of violence, or a nonforcible sex offense, the results of any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the institution against a student who is the alleged perpetrator of such crime or offense. If the alleged victim is deceased as a result of the crime or offense, the information shall be provided, upon request to the next of kin of the alleged victim. This provision applies to any disciplinary proceeding conducted by the institution on or after August 14, 2009 (HEOA amendment). _________________________________________________________________________________ DRUG AND ALCOHOL ABUSE INFORMATION _________________________________________________________________________________ Last updated as of 11/1/2010 Following you will find the requirements of the Drug-Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989, Public Law 101-226 and what Academy for Salon Professionals require of Staff and Students. Staff and Students are prohibited from the unlawful manufacture, distribution, possession, or use of illicit drugs or alcohol. This prohibition applies while on the property of the school or participating in any institutional activity, Students or employees who violate this policy will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion or termination from school or employment. Additionally, there are numerous local, state and federal laws, which can be used to punish violators. Penalties can range from suspension revocation and/or denial of a driver’s license, to 20-50 years imprisonment at hard labor without benefit of parole. Property may also be seized. Community service may also be mandated. Students could lose eligibility for financial aid, could be denied other federal benefits, such as social security, retirement, welfare, health care benefits, disability and veterans benefits. Public housing residents could also be evicted. Finally, a record of a felony or conviction in a drug-related crime may prevent a person from entering certain career. Drugs can be highly addictive and injurious to the body as well as one’s self. People tend to lose their senses of responsibility and co-ordination. There are drug or alcohol counseling, treatment and rehabilitation facilities in our area where advice and treatment are available. The telephone numbers of these facilities may be found in your local telephone book or yellow pages under Drug Abuse and Addiction – Information and Treatment. If other help is required for rape counseling, or domestic violence contact- Rape Crisis and Referral Center- 408 287-3000. Domestic Violence Counseling 408 261-5890 There are national organizations that can be contacted for help. The Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Hotline is open 24 hours daily, 1-800-252-6465. The Cocaine Hotline, 1-800-444-9999 is also open 24 hours. The National Institute on Drug Abuse Hotline is available 8:00 AM to 2:00 AM, Monday through Friday and 11:00 AM to 2:00 Am on weekends, 1-800-662-4357. ________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 40 _________________________________________________________________________________ COMPLETION AND GRADUATION RATES FOR THE STUDENT BODY _________________________________________________________________________________ Covering the following period of time 1/1/2014 to 12/31/2014, per IPEDS reporting requirements Full Time 83% Retention Rate Part Time 92% Diversity make-up of the school by both gender and ethnicity and Pell Grant awards for first time full time students for Award Year 2014 (Updated January 1,2016) Student Race/Ethnicity # of Female American Indian or Alaska Native Asian Black or African American Hispanic/Latino White Two or more races Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Non-resident Total enrollment Percentage of Pell Grant Recipients 0 3 1 19 42 3 2 0 72 76% Percent 0% 4% 1% 26% 58% 4% 3% 0% # of Male 2 Percent 3% Graduation and Transfer out rates for first time full time students from the 2011 Cohort Graduation Rate Transfer Out Rate 68% 0% _________________________________________________________________________________ POLICIES AND SANCTIONS RELATED TO COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals prohibits copyright infringement. The school will take disciplinary action against any student who distributes unauthorized copyrighted materials including peer-to-peer file sharing and the prohibited use of the institution’s information technology system for those activities. Any student involved in such an act will be reported to the proper authorities. _________________________________________________________________________________ CONSTITUTION DAY _________________________________________________________________________________ On September 17 of each year or the first day back to school Academy for Salon Professionals will hold a day dedicated to the Constitution of the United States. At least three months before holding this event we will actively request suggestion from both our current student body and staff on how they feel that we could best commemorate the September 17, 1787 signing of the Constitution. _________________________________________________________________________________ STUDENT HOUSING _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals is a non-residential institution and does not provide dormitory facilities and does not assist in students finding available housing facilities near or around the institution. Housing availability can be found on www.apartmentfinder.com or other rental websites as well as various realty websites for homes listed for purchase. The average rent for a 1000sqft apartment home located within 5 miles of the school is between $1100.00 and $2300.00 per month. The average home price located within 5 miles of the school is estimated to be between $400,000 and Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 41 $700,000. If you need assistance finding housing please contact the Office of Admissions for a list of local realty offices that can assist you in finding appropriate housing to fit your budget requirements. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ FIRST AID STATIONS _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals maintains (3) three First Aid Stations throughout the facility. Main hallway, between student lockers Student entrance Front desk / reception _________________________________________________________________________________ EMERGENCY EVACUATION PLANS AND PROCEDURES _________________________________________________________________________________ The Academy for Salon Professionals maintains current fire extinguishers throughout the facility, as well as an updated and effective evacuation plan for fires, earthquakes, bomb threats, and hazardous material spills. Emergency exits are located throughout the facility and are clearly marked. Emergency exits are marked in red in the diagram below. _________________________________________________________________________________ SITE EVACUATION _________________________________________________________________________________ IV. Definitions A. Full evacuation is removing all Academy students and employees from the building and relocating them to the designated safe area(s). B. Partial evacuation is moving a group form one area of the Academy to another area not involved in the emergency. C. The school “administrator” has the authority to call a facility-wide evacuation. D. The “administrator” during an emergency evacuation is the School Owner. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 42 V. E. The secondary “administrator” during an emergency evacuation is a directorate-level employee. F. If both primary and secondary administrators are not present, an Academy employee is to take the “administrator” role. Safe Areas Evacuation notification and instructions will be conveyed by overhead page or runner if necessary. The evacuation could be full or partial. Designated safe areas: Academy parking lot, back student entrance Mervyn’s Plaza, behind student entrance, across from Anna Street _________________________________________________________________________________ FIRE EVACUATION _________________________________________________________________________________ VI. Fire Plan A. The Academy has 3 fire extinguishers throughout the facility: - B. Back school entrance Emergency side door, main hallway, behind Men’s restroom Salon styling floor, across from reception desk It is important that Academy employees and students are aware of the basic fire procedures (RACE and PASS). RACE Rescue anyone in the immediate area Activate the fire alarm; call 911 Confine the fire by closing all doors Extinguish the fire or evacuate (more to safety) PASS If you use a fire extinguisher: Pull the pin Aim at the base of the fire Squeeze the trigger Sweep the extinguisher from side to side C. D. E. F. G. VII. Location of fire and alarm pull stations. Location of fire extinguishers. Evacuation routes; primary and alternative. Evacuation procedures. Evacuate to the designated safe area. Safe Areas Evacuation notification and instructions will be conveyed by overhead page or runner if necessary. The evacuation could be full or partial. Designated safe area: Mervyn’s Plaza, behind student entrance, across from Anna Street _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 43 EARTHQUAKE EVACUATION _________________________________________________________________________________ VIII. Earthquake Plan A. IX. Evacuate to the designated safe area. Safe Areas Evacuation notification and instructions will be conveyed by overhead page or runner if necessary. The evacuation could be full or partial. Designated safe area: Academy parking lot, back student entrance Mervyn’s Plaza, behind student entrance, across from Anna Street _________________________________________________________________________________ BOMB THREAT _________________________________________________________________________________ X. XI. Bomb Threat Plan A. Activate the fire alarm; call 911. B. Evacuate to the designated safe area. Safe Areas Evacuation notification and instructions will be conveyed by overhead page or runner if necessary. The evacuation could be full or partial. Designated safe area: A. Mervyn’s Plaza, behind student entrance, across from Anna Street To the person(s) who received the threat: - Write down details that may have been identified through the caller’s voices, such as sex, accent type, and any other relevant information that may be helpful during a formal investigation. _________________________________________________________________________________ HAZARDOUS MATERIALS EXPOSURE _________________________________________________________________________________ XII. Definitions A. Hazardous materials are chemicals, infectious agents, and other potentially harmful materials. They include, but are not limited to: - XIII. Chemotherapy agents Chemicals Cleaning agents Hazardous Materials Spill/Exposure Plan A. If it is a small spill of known materials, consult the administrator and fill out a Hazardous waste report, form DADMF013, to be submitted to and filed by the designated office (Office of Admissions). B. If the spill is a large, unknown, or dangerous spill, call 911. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 44 FINANCIAL AID _________________________________________________________________________________ BASIC FINANCIAL AID INFORMATION NEED-BASED AND NON NEEDBASED FEDERAL PROGRAMS _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals can offer quality education at surprisingly affordable cost. However, many qualified students will need financial assistance in the form of Federal Aid in order to attend Academy for Salon Professionals, located at 2238 El Camino Real Santa Clara, Ca. 95050. Academy for Salon Professionals can offer extensive Federal Financial Aid to qualified students who deserve a post- secondary education but do not have adequate financial means to do so. Need-based and Non-need based State and Local Aid Programs, School Aid Programs, and other private aid programs. Academy for Salon Professionals does not have state, local government and private funding sources. _________________________________________________________________________________ HOW TO APPLY & HOW ELIGIBILITY IS DETERMINED _________________________________________________________________________________ Students enrolling in Academy for Salon Professionals should make application for Federal Financial Aid using the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) on the web: http://www.fafsa.ed.gov/ A student’s financial aid package may include a Federal Pell Grant and Federal Stafford Direct Loans. You should use FAFSA4caster to learn more about the financial aid process and get an early estimate of your eligibility for federal student aid. You can access the FAFAS4caster at: http://www.fafsa4caster.ed.gov/F4CApp/index/index.jsf Seniors in High School who are ready to fill out the FAFSA: High school seniors in the last semester of school must fill out a FAFSA to determine their eligibility for financial aid. Why should a student consider using the FAFSA4caster? 1. The Site will help students understanding Federal Student financial aid. 2. It will assist students in determining how they can apply for Federal student aid and who qualifies? 3. It allows students to get an early start on the financial aid process by learning the basics. ________________________________________________________________________________ HOW THE SCHOOL DISTRUBUTES AID AMONG STUDENTS ________________________________________________________________________________ Most Federal Financial Aid is awarded on the basis of financial need. Need is the difference between your cost of education (educational expenses such as tuition, room board, books, supplies and other expenses) and the amount you and your family are expected to contribute toward your education. A standard formula is used for all applicants to determine this amount, which is called the expected family contribution (EFC). If there is anything left over after subtracting the expected family contribution from your cost of education you are then considered to have financial need. The rights and responsibilities of a Student receiving Federal Student Aid The student has the right to ask the school: Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 45 • • • • • • • • • • • • • • The name of its accrediting and its licensing organizations. About its programs; it’s instructional, laboratory, its physical facilities, and it’s faculty. What the cost of attending is, and the institutions policies concerning refunds and Return to Title IV (R2T4) to students who drop out. What financial assistance is available at Academy for Salon Professionals; including information on all federal, state, local, private and institutional financial aid programs? What the procedures and deadlines are for submitting an application for each available financial aid program. How it determines a student’s eligibility and need for financial aid. How much of your financial need, as determined by the school, has been met. To explain each type and amount of assistance in your financial aid package. What the interest rate is on any student loan you have, the total amount you must repay, when a student must start repaying. What is a deferment of repayment or forbearance for certain defined periods. How do I know if I qualify and how to request the deferment or forbearance. Provide written information on student’s loan obligations and information on your rights and responsibilities as a borrower. To reconsider your aid package, if you believe a mistake has been made, or if your enrollment or financial circumstances have changed. How the school determines when and whether you are making satisfactory progress (SAP) and what happens if you fail to maintain SAP. How failing to maintain SAP affect your title IV eligibility. What special facilities and services are available to student with disabilities and how to request a reasonable accommodation. It is the student's responsibility to: ● Review and consider all the information about the school program before enrolling. ● Pay special attention to the application process for Federal Student Financial Aid, completes it accurately, and submits it on time to the right place. Errors on the FAFSA can delay or prevent your receiving aid in a timely manner. ● Know and comply with all deadlines for applying and reapplying for aid. ● Provide all enrollment and verification documentations, corrections, and/or new information requested by either the financial aid officer or the agency to which you submitted the application. ● Notify the school of any information that has changed since you applied. ● Read, understand, and keep copies of all forms you were asked to sign. ● Ensure you are aware that you must start making monthly repayment on your student loan after your grace period ends, unless you have a deferment or forbearance. When you sign your master promissory note (MPN), you are agreeing to repay your loan. ● Attend an exit interview at the time you leave the school to determine the net balance of your account with the school as well as the net balance of any student loan. ● Notify the school of a change in your name, address, phone number, or attendance status (full/part-time student). If you have student loans, you must notify your lender of these changes. ● Understand your school's refund policy. ● Understand and comply with the enrollment status, financial charges, financial terms, time allowed to complete, refund policy and termination procedures as specified in the enrollment contract you will be asked to sign. ● Understand that you may be responsible and have liability for portions of Title IV funds returned by the institution on your behalf. ● Understand that there could be liabilities when errors are made as the result of inconsistent information provided by the student resulting in funds being awarded that a student was not eligible for. These funds are advanced to you or credited to your school account. ________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 46 HOW AND WHEN FINANCIAL AID IS DISBURSED _________________________________________________________________________________ Financial Aid and Title IV funds will be disbursed at 0, 450, 900, and 1250 hours for Cosmetology. It will be disbursed at 0, 300, hours for Esthetics. Students must meet these clock hour requirements in order to be eligible for Title IV funding. Each student will be evaluated on an individual basis to determine eligibility based on total cumulative hours and weeks in each payment period. The terms and conditions of any employment that is part of the financial aid package Academy for Salon Professionals does not employ any students who are currently receiving financial aid and are attending the school programs. The terms of, the schedule for, and the necessity of loan repayment and required loan exit counseling. The formula for determining the amount of loans is: (Cost of Attendance) – Minus (EFC) –Minus (estimated financial assistance) = (Need for subsidized Stafford) An unsubsidized loan can replace the EFC. _________________________________________________________________________________ APPLICATION FOR LOAN _________________________________________________________________________________ To receive a Stafford Loan, a student must complete a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and a Master Promissory Note. (MPN) In the traditional paper process, the MPN might be completed at the school by the student and submitted to the lender or school. In other cases the school certifies the loan based on the student’s acceptance of the aid package, and the direct lending source or the school’s servicer sends the MPN to the student for signature. Regardless of how this is done, the Borrowers’ Rights and Responsibilities Statement must be provided to the borrower with the MPN. Required borrower information on the MPN: The MPN contains identifying information including name, permanent address, a date of birth, social security number, driver’s license number, and two personal non-student adult references with U.S. addresses. The borrower must read, sign and date the MPN. Adverse Credit History of Borrowers of Plus (Loan) The parent may not have adverse credit to borrow a PLUS Loan. This is defined in the regulations as the applicant being 90 days or more delinquent on a debt or having been subject in the last five years to a default determination, bankruptcy discharge, foreclosure, repossession, tax lien, wage garnishment or write off of an FSA debt. The absence of any credit history is not considered adverse credit. Direct lending sources may establish more restrictive credit standards for determining adverse credit. If the parent borrower has an adverse credit history the applicant has the option of receiving a PLUS using a creditworthy endorser. If an endorser is used a separate Endorser Addendum is required for each PLUS loan. If an endorser is involved a new MPN must be used. The endorser is only liable for the specific loan or loans he/she has agreed to endorse. School Certifies/Originates the Loan: The school’s primary responsibilities in the loan application process are to ensure the completeness and accuracy of the MPN based on information it has available. Checklist for loan certification: For all Stafford and PLUS loan applications: the school must: Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 47 • • • • Confirm that the student and parent meet the definition of eligible borrower. This would include the student’s grade level, loan period and the amounts of the disbursements as well as the student’s enrollment status and anticipated completion/graduation date. You must confirm the student’s dependency status for PLUS. Check on NSLDS to check the student’s financial aid history, including loan limits. You must document the student’s COA, EFC and estimated Financial Aid in the student’s file. It must be available to the direct lending source, guarantor or the Department. Determine the student’s enrollment status and SAP Review NSLDS information on ISIR to ensure that the student (or both the student and parent in the case of PLUS loan) is not in default on any FSA loan and does not owe a refund on any FSA grant or scholarship and will not exceed the annual or aggregate loan limits applicable to borrowers. Ensure the amount of the loan in combination with other aid will not exceed the student’s financial need or the annual or aggregate loan limit. For Stafford Loan the school must also: • Determine the student’s Pell grant eligibility (for a sub Stafford the need analysis must use official EFC calculated by the Department to determine the student’s financial need), and if eligible include the grant in the student’s aid package. • For an unsubsidized Stafford loan, first determine the student’s eligibility for a Stafford loan • Prorate Stafford loans for programs of study that are shorter than an academic year and for programs in which the remaining period of study is less than an academic year in length • Ensure that the loan disbursement dates meet the cash management and disbursement requirements for Stafford loans. A separate PLUS MPN is required for each dependent student or if both parents want to borrow individually on behalf of the student. Additional Unsubsidized Stafford: Dependent students whose parents are unable to borrow PLUS loans due to adverse credit or other exceptional circumstances may receive additional unsubsidized amounts at the same level as independent undergrad students. The amounts are limited. Guidelines for determining student’s eligibility: • • • • • Parent’s unwillingness to borrow a PLUS does not make the dependent student eligible The aid administrators belief that a parent should not borrow a PLUS does not make the student eligible Only one parent must apply for a PLUS and be denied based on adverse credit history. However if both parents apply independently and one is approved and one denied, the student is not eligible for increased loan amounts. The parents denied of PLUS based on adverse credit in one year does not support the dependent’s eligibility in subsequent years. The dependent student may become eligible at anytime during an academic year if the parent has been approved and later denied. The dependent student may be eligible for increased unsubsidized loan amounts if you determine and document that other exceptional circumstances exist that will prevent a student from borrowing: • • • The parent is incarcerated and therefore ineligible Parent’s whereabouts are unknown Parents income limited to Public Assistance or disability and you have evidence that the lender that makes loans to students and parents at the school has denied a PLUS loan or will not make a PLUS loan to a parent under its lending policy do to the parent’s existing debt burden, income to debt ratio, likely inability to repay or other credit standards. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 48 _________________________________________________________________________________ SCHEDULING DISBURSEMENTS _________________________________________________________________________________ Disbursements will be established with the direct lending source. This is the date that the funds are disbursed to the student. In keeping with the three day turnaround time for payment of FSA funds to the student. For Stafford Loans the school may request a lender to provide Stafford funds by the thirty first day of classes for the first payment period for a 1st year, first time Stafford borrower. ________________________________________________________________________________ DEFERMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS ________________________________________________________________________________ The following lists of deferments are available to students who have federal student loans. Deferment Definitions 1. Action Programs Deferment Borrowers may postpone payments with this deferment type while serving full-time in the Action Programs for at least one year. 2. Armed Forces Deferment This deferment type may be used to postpone payments for a borrower serving in the military on active duty status. 3. Dependent Student Enrolled at Least Half-Time Deferment Borrowers may postpone payments on a PLUS loan when the dependent student for whose education the loan was disbursed is enrolled at least half-time at an eligible school. 4. Dependent Student Enrolled Full-time Deferment Borrowers may postpone payments on a PLUS loan when the dependent student for whose education the loan was disbursed is enrolled full-time at an eligible school. 5. Dependent Student in a Full-Time Rehabilitation Training Program Deferment Borrowers may postpone payments on a PLUS loan when the dependent student for whose education the loan was disbursed is engaged in a full-time rehabilitation training program. 6. Economic Hardship Deferment This deferment postpones payments for a borrower during times of financial difficulty where the borrower receives public assistance, serves in the Peace Corps, receives the deferment on a Direct or Perkins loan, or meets specific income criteria. 7. Full-time Student Deferment Any borrower who is certified by an eligible school as enrolled on a full-time basis may receive this deferment. 8. Graduate Fellowship Deferment This deferment type postpones payments for borrowers engaged in a full-time course of study in a Graduate Fellowship program. 9. Internship/Residency Deferment This deferment type postpones payments for a borrower engaged in an Internship/Residency program. 10. Less than Full-time but at Least Half-time Student In order to qualify for this deferment, an eligible school must certify that the borrower is enrolled at least half-time. 11. National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Deferment Borrowers serving in the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) on active duty status may use this deferment type to postpone payments. 12. Parental Leave Deferment This deferment type may postpone payments for a pregnant borrower or one caring for a newborn child or a newly adopted child. 13. Peace Corps Deferment Borrowers may postpone payments with this deferment type while serving in the Peace Corps for at least one year. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 49 14. Public Health Service Deferment This deferment type postpones payments for borrowers serving full-time as an officer in the Commissioned Corps of the Public Health Service. 15. Rehabilitation Training Deferment This deferment type is available for borrowers engaged in a full-time rehabilitation training program. 16. Tax-exempt Organization Deferment This deferment type may postpone payments for full-time paid volunteers in a tax-exempt organization. 17. Teacher Shortage Area Deferment This deferment type is available to borrowers when teaching in a designated teacher shortage area. 18. Temporary Total Disability Deferment This deferment type may postpone payments for a borrower with a condition that prevents them from working or going to school, or who is caring for a disabled person. 19. Unemployment Deferment This deferment type postpones payments for borrowers who are seeking full-time employment through registry with an employment agency or are receiving unemployment benefits. 20. Working Mother Deferment This deferment type may postpone payments for mothers who recently re-entered the workforce. The student will be informed of the Availability of Loan Information on NSLDS and the availability of the FSA Ombudsman’s Office. The borrower’s loan history can be reviewed on NSLDS (PIN required for access). Students without Internet access can identify their loan holder by calling 1-800-4-fed-aid. The borrower will be made aware that the information on the NSLDS site is updated by direct lending sources and guarantors and may not be as current as the latest information from the loan holder. The Ombudsman’s office is a resource for borrowers when other approaches to resolving student loan problems have failed. Normally the bank and/or guarantor can help with any problem. Review the Student’s Rights and Responsibilities: The student received this with the MPN at the beginning of the loan process and it should be reviewed again at the exit interview. The importance of keeping loan records will be reinforced with the student. The borrower should keep the loan repayment schedule provided by the lender when repayment begins as well as records of loan payments—including cancelled checks, money order receipts. The student should keep copies of any requests for deferment or forbearance, or any other correspondence with the loan holder. The School will collect and update personal and contact information: During exit counseling, the aid office will obtain the borrower’s expected permanent address after leaving school, the address of the borrower’s next of kin, and the name and address of the borrower’s expected employer (if known). A school will correct its records to reflect any changes in the borrower’s name, address, Social Security Number, or references and will obtain the borrower’s current driver’s license number and state of issue. Within 60 days after the exit interview, the financial aid office will provide this information to the loan vendor. The student will also be provided with the current name and address of the borrower’s lender (or Federal Vendor), based on the latest information. An explanation will be given of how to complete deferment forms and how to prepare correspondence to the lender or vendor will also be included. Emphasis will be made that the borrower should always keep copies of all correspondence from and to them about their loans. It will be stressed that a borrower must make payments on their loans even if the borrower does not receive a payment booklet or a billing notice. If the student borrower drops out without notifying the school, we will confirm that the student has either completed online counseling, or exit counseling material will be mailed to the borrower at their last known address. The material must be mailed within 30 days of learning that a borrower has withdrawn or failed to participate in an exit counseling session. When we mail these exit materials, we are not required to use certified mail with a return receipt requested, but we must document in the student’s file that the materials were sent. If the student fails to return the Exit Counseling material including the contact information, we are not required to take any further action. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 50 Grace Period: Once the student withdraws, leaves school or graduates on the subsidized loans there is a grace period of six months. During this time no interest accrues on the subsidized loan. On an unsubsidized loan the interest is paid during the loan period but the principal is not paid until after the grace period. The borrower has a choice of paying the interest or having it capitalized – adding the accrued interest to the original loan principal. PLUS loan repayment begins sixty days after the second disbursement and interest begins at that point. Repayment on all loans is up to ten years with a minimum repayment of $50.00 per month. The criteria for measuring satisfactory academic progress, and how a student who has failed to maintain satisfactory progress may reestablish eligibility for federal aid (See copy of catalog for the full policy) _________________________________________________________________________________ GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE SCHOOL _________________________________________________________________________________ By putting a request in writing to the school director you may review the letter of accreditation and the license or letter of approval from the state agency that approves the school. This request will be honored with 30 days of receiving the written request. _________________________________________________________________________________ SERVICES AND FACILITIES AVAILABLE TO DISABLED STUDENTS _________________________________________________________________________________ No qualified handicapped person, by reason of the handicap, will be excluded from enrolling in a course of instruction. Academy for Salon Professionals has provided exceptional accommodations for handicapped students. Additionally, the school will exert its best effort to provide reasonable special requirements for the disabled person by nature of their disability. If you would like to request academic adjustment or auxiliary aids, please contact the Admissions and Facilities Administrator. You may request academic adjustments or auxiliary aids at any time. The Executive Director or his or her assignee(s) are responsible for coordinating compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Title III of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Applicants who are persons with disabilities, as defined in paragraph 104.3 (j) of the regulation under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, may apply for admittance into the program. The School will work with the applicant or student to determine whether reasonable accommodations can be effective and/or are available. Any qualified individual with a disability requesting an accommodation or auxiliary aid or service should follow this procedure: 1) Notify the Admissions Representative in writing of the type of accommodation needed, date needed, documentation of the nature and extent of the disability, and of the need for the accommodation or auxiliary aid. The request should be made at least four weeks in advance of the date needed. You may contact Davona Delahay by telephone at 408-261-9201 2) The Admissions and Facilities Administrator will respond within two weeks of receiving the request. Cost of attending the school Programs Cosmetology Esthetics Tuition and fees 16400 8940 Books and Equipment 3562 1849 Room and Board Transportation cost Misc Cost _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 51 WITHDRAWAL POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ Official Withdrawals The withdrawal process officially begins upon the request of the Withdrawal Form. Students will be advised as to their responsibilities and the form will be forwarded to the Financial Aid office for processing. Unofficial Withdrawals/Drop A Student who misses 14 consecutive days unexcused constitutes an “unofficial withdrawal” or a “drop”. Unofficial withdrawals are calculated, for return of funds, using the student’s last date of class attendance, verified by either the instructor’s or the school’s attendance records. The effective date of the termination for refund purposes will be the earliest of the following: 1. The last day of attendance from school’s attendance records, or 2. Date student began the withdrawal process, or 3. Date student provided official notification of intent to withdraw in writing, or 4. Date student did not return at the expiration of an approved leave of absence. 5. Date of withdrawal as determined by the school: a) Student is expelled, b) Student not making satisfactory progress (attendance or academic) Refunds will be totally consummated within 45 days after the effective date of termination. Upon a student’s withdrawal, two calculations are formed: 1. The Return of Title IV funds (To determine amounts earned from the Federal programs) and 2. Institutional Refund Policy or State Refund Policy if applicable (See school catalog for the institutional refund policy). _________________________________________________________________________________ RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS _________________________________________________________________________________ Only the Title IV programs are to be included in this calculation You must keep in mind that when you apply for financial aid, you sign a statement that you will use the funds for educational purposes only. Therefore, if you withdraw before completing your program, a portion of the funds you received may have to be returned. The school will calculate the amount of tuition it must return to the Federal funds according to the policies listed below: The Return of Title IV Funds is NOT a Refund Policy. Instead, the Federal regulations (beginning with October 7, 2000) require the use of a Return to Title IV calculation to determine the amount of Title IV funds a student has earned as of the date he or she ceases attendance. Any student receiving Title IV funds will be subject to these regulations. The law specifies how your school must determine the amount of Title IV program assistance that you earn if you withdraw from school. The Title IV programs that are covered by this law are: Federal Pell Grants, Stafford Loans, PLUS Loans, Federal Perkins Loans and in some cases, certain state grant aid (LEAP/SLEAP), GEAR UP grants, and SSS grants to students. When you withdraw during your payment period or period of enrollment (your school can define these for you and tell you which one applies) the amount of Title IV program assistance that you have Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 52 earned up to that point is determined by a specific formula. If you received (or your school or parent received on your behalf) less assistance than the amount that you earned, you may be able to receive those additional funds. If you received more assistance than you earned, the excess funds must be returned by the school and/or you. The amount of assistance that you have earned is determined on a pro rata basis. For example, if you completed 30% of your payment period or period of enrollment, you earn 30% of the assistance you were originally scheduled to receive. Once you have completed more than 60% of the payment period or period of enrollment, you earn all the assistance that you were scheduled to receive for that period. If you did not receive all of the funds that you earned, you may be due a post-withdrawal disbursement. If the post-withdrawal disbursement includes loan funds, you may choose to decline the loan funds so that you don't incur additional debt. Your school may automatically use all or a portion of your post-withdrawal disbursement (including loan funds, if you accept them) for tuition, fees, and room and board charges (as contracted with the school). For all other school charges, the school needs your permission to use the post-withdrawal disbursement. If you do not give your permission (which some schools ask for when you enroll), you will be offered the funds directly. However, it may be in your best interest to allow the school to keep the funds to reduce your debt at the school. If a student earned more aid than was disbursed to him/her, the institution would owe the student a post-withdrawal disbursement. From the date the institution determined the student withdrew, grant funds must be paid within 45 days, and loan funds must be paid within 180 days. Return of Unearned Aid is allocated in the following order: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loan Subsidized Federal Stafford Loan Federal Parent (Plus) Loan Federal Pell Grant Other Title IV Assistance There are some Title IV funds that you were scheduled to receive that you cannot earn once you withdraw because of other eligibility requirements. For example, if you are a first-time, first-year undergraduate student and you have not completed the first 30 days of your program before you withdraw, you will not earn any FFEL or Direct loan funds that you would have received had you remained enrolled past the 30th day. Title IV Future Professionals reentering within 180 days of withdrawal date will resume at the same status as prior to withdrawal. If you receive (or your school or parents receive on your behalf) excess Title IV program funds that must be returned, your school must return a portion of the excess equal to the lesser of: 1. Your institutional charges multiplied by the unearned percentage of your funds, or 2. The entire amount of excess funds. The school must return this amount even if it did not keep this amount of your Title IV program funds. If your school is not required to return all of the excess funds, you must return the remaining amount. Any loan funds that you must return, you (or your parent for a PLUS Loan) repay in accordance with the terms of the promissory note. That is, you make scheduled payments to the holder of the loan over a period of time. Any amount of unearned grant funds that you must return is called an overpayment. The amount of a grant overpayment that you must repay is half of the received amount. You must make arrangements with your school or the Department of Education to return the unearned grant funds. The requirements for Title IV program funds when you withdraw are separate from any refund policy that your school may have. Therefore, you may still owe funds to the school to cover unpaid institutional charges. Your school may also charge you for any Title IV program funds that the school was required to return. If you don't already know what your school's refund policy is, you can ask your Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 53 school for a copy. Your school can also provide you with the requirements and procedures for officially withdrawing from school. If you have questions about your Title IV program funds, you can call the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FEDAID (1-800-433-3243). TTY users may call 1-800-730-8913. Information is also available on Student Aid on the Web at www.studentaid.ed.gov. The Return of Title IV Funds is NOT a Refund Policy. Instead, the Federal regulations (beginning with October 7, 2000) require the use of a Return to Title IV calculation to determine the amount of Title IV funds a student has earned as of the date he or she ceases attendance. Any student receiving Title IV funds will be subject to these regulations. NOTE: If the initial amount of the overpayment owed by the student is $25.00 or less, the student repayment requirement is forgiven The certificate programs, training, and other education programs offered; See school catalog for list of program being taught The availability of a GED program, if the school admits students who do not have a high school diploma or equivalent Academy for Salon Professionals does not offer a GED program as part of the Institution. Instructional, laboratory, and other school facilities associated with academic programs; See school catalog for description of school facilities _________________________________________________________________________________ VERIFICATION POLICY _________________________________________________________________________________ If a student’s FAFSA comes up for verification, no loan aid will be disbursed until verification has been completed, and Pell grant may or may not be disbursed depending on guidelines from the applicable FSA Handbook. Not completing verification in a timely manner may cause the student to lose student aid for that payment period. If verification is not completed within three weeks of classes starting, or three weeks of notification that verification is required, the student may be suspended from classes until the required documentation is submitted to the Financial Aid Office. Suspension for fourteen consecutive calendar days will cause the student to be terminated per AFSP’s attendance policy. _________________________________________________________________________________ DEPENDENCY OVERRIDES _________________________________________________________________________________ A dependency override will only be performed for students who have not had contact with their parents for at least three consecutive calendar years. In addition to completing the dependency override form, the student must obtain and submit statements from three family members confirming that the student has not had parental contact for at least three consecutive calendar years, and detailing where the student is currently living. Should the student be unable to obtain these statements from family members due to lack of contact; acceptable substitutes would be people who have or have had a close professional relationship with the student such as a school counselor, manager or employer, etc. If a statement is furnished from a non-familial source, it must be accompanied by a letter from the non-familial person detailing their relationship to the student, including how long they have known the student. Students will have up to the later of three weeks from the first day of school or three weeks from the date of request of override to submit all documentation to the financial aid office. Should documents be submitted later than three weeks from date of original override request, overrides shall be completed only at the discretion of the Financial Aid Officer. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 54 _________________________________________________________________________________ PROFESSIONAL JUDGMENTS _________________________________________________________________________________ Professional Judgments will only be completed at the request of the student to adjust income and tax information to accommodate a change in unemployment or disability benefit. In addition to completing the Professional Judgment form, the student must submit a copy of the approval letter for unemployment or disability benefit which shows the dates for which the benefits apply; as well as a copy of their most recent disability or unemployment award stub. Students will have up to the later of three weeks from the first day of school or three weeks from the date of request of Professional Judgment to submit all documentation to the financial aid office. Should documents be submitted later than three weeks from date of original Professional Judgment request, the Professional Judgment shall be completed only at the discretion of the Financial Aid Officer. _________________________________________________________________________________ TITLE IV CODE OF CONDUCT _________________________________________________________________________________ As required by the Higher Education Opportunity Act, Academy for Salon Professionals establishes the following Code of Conduct. The Institution and its employees certify the following: 1. We will not enter into any revenue-sharing arrangement with any lender. 2. No officer or employee of Academy for Salon Professionals’ Office of Financial Aid or any employee or agent who has responsibilities with respect to educational loans shall solicit or accept any gift from any lender, guarantor or servicer of educational loans. 3. No officer or employee of Academy for Salon Professionals’ Office of Financial Aid or any employee or agent who has responsibilities with respect to educational loans shall accept any fee, payment, or other financial benefit as compensation from any lender or lender affiliate for any type of consulting arrangement or other contract to provide services to or on behalf of a lender relating to educational loans. 4. The Institution will not steer any borrowers, including first-time borrowers, to particular lenders nor assign any borrower a lender through award packaging or other methods. The Institution will not refuse to certify or delay certification based on the borrower’s selection of a particular lender or guaranty agency. 5. The Institution will not request or accept any offer of funds for a private loan, including funds for an opportunity pool loan, to students in exchange for providing concessions or promises to the lender for a specified number of loans made, insured, or guaranteed, a specified loan volume, or a preferred lender arrangement. 6. The Institution will not request or accept from any lender any assistance with call center staffing or financial aid office staffing. 7. No officer or employee of Academy for Salon Professionals’ Office of Financial Aid, or any employee or agent who otherwise has responsibilities with respect to educational loans, and who serves on an advisory board, commission, or group established by a lender, guarantor, or group of lenders or guarantors will receive anything of value from the lender, guarantor or group except for reimbursement of reasonable expenses incurred by serving on the board, commission, or group. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 55 WHAT THE ACRONYMS MEAN _________________________________________________________________________________ EFC MPN PLUS FSA NSLDS COA SAP ISIR UNSUB FSEOG SLEAP LEAP GEARUP SSS FFEL FERPA Expected Family Contributions Master Promissory Note Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students Federal Student Aid National Student Loan Data System Cost of Attendance Satisfactory Academic Progress Institutional Student Information Report Unsubsidized Loan Interest is not paid by Federal government Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grant Special Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership Leveraging Educational Assistance Partnership Gaining Early Awareness and Readiness for Undergraduate Programs Student Support Services Federal Family Education Loan Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 56 FINANCING YOUR EDUCATION _________________________________________________________________________________ COSMETOLOGY $19,961.56* Tuition: Student Kit: Books: STRF Fee: Tax (8.75%): Application Fee: Total: ESTHETICS $10,788.75* Tuition: $8840.00 Student Kit: $1400.00* Books: $300.00 STRF Fee: $0 Tax (8.75%): $148.75* Application Fee: $100.00___ Total: $10,788.75* $19,300.00 $3005.00* $270.00 $0 $286.56* $100.00___ $19,961.56* *Costs shown include the basic makeup kit. Upgrades are available at the option of the student. ALTERNATIVE FINANCING SOLUTIONS ACADEMY INTEREST-FREE PAYMENT PLAN COSMETOLOGY For Cosmetology, a down payment of 20% of program cost ($3,972.31) plus application fee ($100) totaling $4,072.31 may be paid prior to beginning class. This leaves a remaining balance of $15,889.25; payable over 11 or 20 months (Full time or part time) with the first monthly payment due at the end of class starting month. Full-time payment: $1,444.48 for 11 months Part-time payment: $794.46 for 20 months Full-time payment ($0 down): $1,805.60 for 11 months Part-time payment ($0 down): $993.08 for 20 months ACADEMY INTEREST-FREE PAYMENT PLAN ESTHETICS For Esthetics, a down payment of 20% of program cost ($2,137.75) plus application fee ($100) totaling $2,237.75 may be paid prior to beginning class. This leaves a remaining balance of $8,551.00; payable over 4 or 8 months (Full time or part time) with the first monthly payment due at the end of class starting month. . Full-time payment: $2,137.75 for 4 months Part-time payment: $1,068.88 for 8 months Full-time payment ($0 down): $2,672.19 for 4 months Part-time payment ($0 down): $1,336.09 for 8 months Down payment and monthly payment will differ if putting different amounts as a down payment. TUITION OPTIONS LOAN The following student loan requires a cosigner to be listed on the loan applications. The cosigner will only have their credit checked if the applicant’s credit is insufficient to warrant approval of the loan. Students may apply for the following, and may elect to enroll after submitting a $500 deposit. This deposit does not include the $100 application fee. Students may also elect to enroll without submitting the deposit. • • • • Fax in your loan forms to the Admissions Office at 408.261.9292 Attn: Financial Aid Student may pay the $2500 deposit (cosmetology) or $750 (esthetics) prior to class starts Between 30 and 60 month loan term with a fixed 3% or 5% APR Payment schedules may vary with amounts borrowed and loan term. If using this option to pay a remaining balance after student financial aid, loan term for cosmetology changes to 36 months, esthetics loan term at 30 months. There is no down payment required and monthly payments will be based on remaining balance due. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 57 CHIEF ADMINISTRATION _________________________________________________________________________________ JAMES C. STANLEY, SCHOOL ADMINISTRATOR, CFO, CO-OWNER _________________________________________________________________________________ Oversees all department heads; confers with program directors on program development; serves as the CFO (chief financial officer) and COO (chief operation officer) as well as the main HR representative; also serves as facility manager; and brand manager. _________________________________________________________________________________ DAVONA DELAHAY, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR _________________________________________________________________________________ Oversees all department heads including: Guest Services, Education, Admissions, Registrar, Financial Aid, and Placement. Reports to CEO and CFO to collaborate on program direction and marketing. _________________________________________________________________________________ SAMUEL C. CROCCO, FINANCIAL AID OFFICER _________________________________________________________________________________ Oversees the Financial Aid Department. Explains all aspects of Financial Aid and financing options for students. Continually tracks and draws down student financial aid payments. Regularly attends Financial Aid conferences to keep up to date on changes in federal funding. _________________________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ JENNIFER FLANDEZ, EDUCATIONAL DIRECTOR __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Advises, Coaches, and Mentors the education staff. To oversee learning experiences for staff and students in the classroom and on the clinic floor. Is knowledgeable in all areas of the school curriculum. Evaluates existing curriculum to keep current and consistent. Ensures educators are coherent in all technical information, to create standards and goals. _________________________________________________________________________ PAUL DEL MAZO, CONTROLLER ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Explains student ledgers and academy financing plans. Receives and records student payments and reimbursements. Assists with financial aid processing and advising. _________________________________________________________________________ SARAH SWARTS, ADMISSIONS COUNSELLOR ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Tours prospective students and provides general information about the school. Sets appointments with prospective students for financial aid advise and enrollment. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 58 IRENE VASQUEZ, CAREER DEVELOPMENT ADVISOR __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Maintains contacts with salon and spa owners for prospective employment of graduates. Meets with students to advise on employment opportunities. Schedules guest artists for demonstrations at the school, and leads students on tours of various salons and spas. _________________________________________________________________________________ INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF _________________________________________________________________________________ ESTHETICS STAFF Karen Derita Career in Beauty since 1999 Certified Massage Therapist McKinnon Institute. IDI Effects of hormones & menopause on the skin Paramedical Camouflage Make-up Course IDI Rosacea & Sensitive skin Course IDI Hydroxy Acids & Exfoliation IDI Successful Acne treatments IDI Effective skin analysis IDI Sun damage & aging skin Karen comes from a family of Spa owners & Estheticians. Her family's history in the industry goes back for over 35 years. Karen was a private business owner of Karen Derita Professional Skin Care & Massage for 10 years right before she joined the Academy. Amy Jo Rodgess Career in Beauty since 2008 IDI Exfoliating skin machine IDI Skin Analysis| Aging skin & Pigment IDI Medical Esthetics IDI Ultra calming theory, practical & launch IDI Speed waxing techniques IDI Touch therapy-Energizing IDI Formula works Kaitlyn Hintergardt Career in esthetics since 2011 Managed staff in a local spa Set and helped spa staff achieve goals for sales and service Served as communication specialist between spa staff and management Leigh Christian Career in Beauty since 2009 IDI Training in Acne-Types, Triggers & Treatment IDI Results for aging skin IDI Treatments for aging skin Cirepil Wax Certificate of Achievement Advanced Esthetics Face & Body Treatments Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-2017 59 COSMETOLOGY STAFF Jennifer Flandez Career in Beauty since 2001 Redken Artist Redken Design & Finishing Certified Vidal Sassoon 6 week cutting course Nuts & Bolts Team Leader/Nuts & Bolts Advisory Board MAC Make-up class every season Redken Color certified Kristin Montoya Career in Beauty since 2007 Redken Artist Redken Design & Finishing Certified Carlton Hair 6 Week Course Graduate Redken Color Certified Kristen Matteis Career in beauty since 2009 Color trained in 3 different brands Trained in 2 extension techniques Kathryn Hoxter Graduated from San Jose City College in 2007 Expert training in the cosmetology field San Jose City College teacher training program 2013-2014 Lesson planning Working with individual learning styles Learning how to counsel a student Grading and test making Teaching state board Creating homework and activities Ethical teaching skills and grading Trained in 4 different color lines Trained in 3 different extension techniques Fully trained in airbrush and bridal makeup Special occasion hair and makeup Trained in vegan chemical straightening Team leader at SJCC Vanessa Medellin Career in beauty since 2007 Certified in extensions through Hairshop LA Coppolla Keratin trained Oribe wig design and finish Ombre certified Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 60 Laura Velasco Career in hair since 2012 Fifteen years of experience in theater hair and makeup Makeup Artist for Kate Spade fashion show Makeup and Hair Design for Showtime Charity show Amber Tobin Career in beauty since 2006 Monterey Academy of Hair Design Devry University – Business Major redCHOCOLATE Certification Keratin Complex Certification Platinum Seamless Certification Avalon Relaxing System Certification Delongo Turner Career in Beauty Education since 1998 Business administration education Jessica Regalado Career in beauty since 2007 Keragreen Certification J. Craig Stanley Career in beauty since 1973 Salon owner and manager since 1993 _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 61 PROGRAM CALENDAR _________________________________________________________________________________ COSMETOLOGY 2016-2017 _________________________________________________________________________________ Full-time starting: November 7, 2016 graduate by * October 13, 2017 January 9, 2017 graduate by * December 16, 2017 March 6, 2017 graduate by * February 9, 2018 May 8, 2017 graduate by * April 17, 2018 July 10, 2017 graduate by * June 14, 2018 September 11, 2017 graduate by * August 17, 2018 November 13, 2017 graduate by * October 20, 2018 Part-time starting: November 8, 2016 January 17, 2017 May 16, 2017 September 12, 2017 graduate graduate graduate graduate by by by by * * * * July 31, 2018 October 2, 2018 February 2, 2019 June 1, 2019 _________________________________________________________________________________ ESTHETICS 2016-2017 _________________________________________________________________________________ Full-time starting: November 7, 2016 graduate by * March 16, 2017 January 9, 2017 graduate by * May 16, 2017 March 6, 2017 graduate by * July 12, 2017 May 8, 2017 graduate by * September 14, 2017 July 10, 2017 graduate by * October 18, 2017 September 11, 2017 graduate by * January 18, 2017 November 13, 2017 graduate by * March 24, 2017 Part-time starting: January 17, 2017 graduate by * November 2, 2017 May 16, 2017 graduate by * March 13, 2018 September 26, 2017 graduate by * June 26, 2017 _________________________________________________________________________________ Thanksgiving Day Christmas Break New Year’s Memorial Day Independence Day Labor Day Thanksgiving Day Christmas Break New Year’s Fourth Thursday and Friday of November (11/24-11/25/2015) December 24-25, 2016 December 31, 2016 and January 1, 2017 Last Monday of May (05/29/2016) Fourth of July (7/4/2017) First Monday of September (09/4/2017) Fourth Thursday and Friday of November (11/23-11/24/2017) December 24-25, 2017 December 31, 2017 and January 1, 2018 * The scheduled graduation date for this program is noted for information purposes only. If you are not a current student, you are not obligated to graduate by this date until (unless) you have signed an Enrollment Agreement (contract). The Registrar reserves the right to make program calendar changes at any time without prior notice. Please contact the Office of Admission for more information. _________________________________________________________________________________ Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 62 PRE-ENROLLMENT Information Sheet The pre-enrollment information sheet contains valuable information that you should know before enrolling as a Cosmetology and/or Esthetics student at the Academy for Salon Professionals in Santa Clara, California. This information is provided for information purposes only. The Academy for Salon Professionals accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS). Therefore, many of the standards found within this information sheet are consistent with NACCAS standards and the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. COMPLETION, PLACEMENT, AND LICENSURE RATES Type Rate for 2014 Rate Required by NACCAS Completion rate: 78.40% * 50% Placement rate: 64.29% * 60% Licensure rate: 96.63% * 70% * NACCAS requires an institution to have a program completion rate of 50%, a job placement rate of 60%, and a licensure rate of 70%. NATURE OF WORK Cosmetologists focus on providing hair care services to enhance the appearance of consumers. Other personal appearance workers, such as manicurists and pedicurists, shampooers, theatrical and performance makeup artists, and skin care specialists provide specialized beauty services that help clients look and feel their best. Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists offer a wide range of beauty services, such as shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling of hair. They may advise clients on how to care for their hair at home. In addition, cosmetologists may be trained to give manicures, pedicures, and scalp and facial treatments; provide makeup analysis; and clean and style wigs and hairpieces. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 63 Manicurists and pedicurists, called nail technicians in some states, work exclusively on nails and provide manicures, pedicures, polishing, and nail extensions to clients. Estheticians or skin care specialists cleanse and beautify the skin by giving facials, full-body treatments, and head and neck massages as well as apply makeup. They also may remove hair through waxing or, if properly trained, laser treatments. Theatrical and performance makeup artists, apply makeup to enhance performing artists’ appearance for movie, television, or stage performances. Finally, in larger salons, shampooers specialize in shampooing and conditioning hair. In addition to working with clients, personal appearance workers may keep records of hair color or skin care regimens used by their regular clients. A growing number actively sell hair, skin, and nail care products. Barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers who operate their own salons have managerial duties that may include hiring, supervising, and firing workers, as well as keeping business and inventory records, ordering supplies, and arranging for advertising. Source: Occupational Outlook Handbook 2011-2012, US Department of Labor (www.bls.gov) WORKING CONDITIONS Occupation Cosmetologist (hair stylist, stylist) Environment Clean surroundings with good lighting and ventilation. Exposure to chemicals. Required to stand for extended periods of time. Clean surroundings with good lighting and ventilation. Esthetician Exposure to chemicals. (skin care specialist) Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 Workload May be required to work more than 40 hours per week and weekends. May be required to work more than 40 hours per week and weekends. 64 HEALTH EFFECTS Type Frequency Allergies, asthma, dermatitis (contact and allergic) Common Skin Burns Common Eye, nose, throat, and lung irritation Common Central nervous system effects Dizziness, nausea, restlessness, or drowsiness Common Headaches Carpal tunnel syndrome or tendonitis Common Lung disease (thesaurosis or "storage disease") Uncommon Reproductive Damage Spontaneous abortion or miscarriage Uncommon Birth defects or infertility Cancer (bladder and lung) Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 Uncommon 65 Source: Occupational Outlook Handbook 2011-2012, US Department of Labor (www.bls.gov) WORK ENVIRONMENT Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists held about 656,400 jobs in 2014. Nearly half were self-employed. Employment in the detailed occupations that make up barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists was distributed as follows: Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists 597,200 Barbers 59,200 Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists work mostly in a barbershop or salon, although some work in a spa, hotel, or resort. Some lease booth space from a salon owner. Some manage salons or open their own shop after several years of experience. Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists usually work in pleasant surroundings with good lighting. Physical stamina is important, because they are on their feet for most of their shift. Prolonged exposure to some chemicals may cause skin irritation, so they often wear protective clothing, such as disposable gloves or aprons. Work Schedules Many barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists work full time, however part-time positions are also common. Those who run their own barbershop or salon may have long hours. Work schedules often include evenings and weekends―the times when barbershops and beauty salons are busiest. Those who are self-employed usually determine their own schedules. Skincare specialists held about 55,000 jobs in 2014. The industries that employed the most skincare specialists were as follows: Personal care services 49% Offices of physicians 7 Health and personal care stores 5 Other amusement and recreation industries 3 About 3 in 10 skincare specialists were self-employed in 2014. Skincare specialists usually work in salons and beauty and health spas. Some also work in medical offices. These workers may have to stand for extended periods of time. Because skincare specialists must evaluate the condition of the skin, good lighting and clean surroundings are important. Protective clothing and good ventilation also may be necessary, because skincare specialists often use chemicals on the face and body. Work Schedules Skincare specialists typically work full time, with many working evenings and weekends. Working more than 40 hours a week is common, especially for self-employed workers. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Barbers, Hairdressers, and Cosmetologists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/barbers-hairdressers-andcosmetologists.htm (visited January 25, 2016). Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Skincare Specialists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/skincare-specialists.htm (visited January 25, 2016). Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 66 TRAINING, QUALIFICATIONS, AND ADVANCEMENT All states require barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists to be licensed. To qualify for a license, candidates are required to graduate from a state-approved cosmetology program. Education A high school diploma or equivalent is required for some positions. In addition, every state requires that barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists complete a program in a state-licensed barber or cosmetology school. Programs in hairstyling, skin care, and other personal appearance services are available in postsecondary vocational schools. Full-time programs in barbering and cosmetology usually last at least 9 months and may lead to an associate’s degree. Most of these workers take advanced courses in hairstyling or in other personal appearance services to keep up with the latest trends. Those who want to open their own business also may take courses in sales and marketing. Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists must obtain a license in order to work. Qualifications for a license vary by state, but generally, a person must fulfill the following criteria: • • • Reached a minimum age of 16 Received a high school diploma or equivalent Graduated from a state-licensed barber or cosmetology school After graduating from a state-approved training program, students take a state licensing exam that includes a written test and, in some cases, a practical test of styling skills or an oral exam. In many states, cosmetology training may be credited toward a barbering license and vice versa, and a few states combine the two licenses. A fee usually is required to apply for a license, and periodic renewals may be necessary. Some states have reciprocity agreements that allow licensed barbers and cosmetologists to get a license in another state without needing additional formal training or state board testing, but such agreements are not common. Consequently, people who want to work in a particular state should review the laws of that state before entering a training program. Important Qualities Creativity. Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists must keep up with the latest trends and be ready to try new hairstyles for their clients. Customer-service skills. Workers must be pleasant, friendly, and able to interact with customers in order to retain clients. Listening skills. Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists should be good listeners. They must listen carefully to what the client wants in order to make sure that the client is happy with the result. Physical stamina. Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists must be able to stand on their feet for long periods. Tidiness. Workers must keep a neat personal appearance and keep their work area clean and sanitary. This requirement is necessary for the health and safety of their clients and for making clients comfortable enough so that they will want to return. Time-management skills. Time-management skills are important in scheduling appointments and providing services. For example, routine haircuts do not require the precise timing of some other services, such as applying neutralizer after a permanent wave. Clients who receive timely hair care are more likely to return. Source: Occupational Outlook Handbook 2011-2012, US Department of Labor (www.bls.gov) Skincare specialists must complete a state-approved cosmetology or esthetician program and then pass a state exam for licensure, which all states except Connecticut require. Education Skincare specialists usually take a state-approved cosmetology or esthetician program. Although some high schools offer vocational training, most people receive their training from a postsecondary vocational school. The Associated Skin Care Professionals, the largest organization devoted to these workers, offers a State Regulation Guide, which includes the number of prerequisite hours required to complete a cosmetology program. Training Newly hired specialists sometimes receive on-the-job training, especially if their jobs require working with chemicals. Those who are employed in a medical environment also may receive on-the-job training, often working alongside an experienced skincare specialist. Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 67 Licenses, Certifications, and Registrations After completing an approved cosmetology or esthetician program, skincare specialists take a written and practical exam to get a state license. Licensing requirements vary by state, so those interested should contact their state board. The National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology provides contact information on state examinations for licensing, with sample exam questions. The Professional Beauty Association and the American Association of Cosmetology Schools also provide information on state examinations, as well as offering other professional links. Many states offer continuing education seminars and programs designed to keep skincare specialists current on new techniques and products. Post-licensing training is also available through manufacturers, associations, and at trade shows. Important Qualities Business skills. Skincare specialists who run their own salon must understand general business principles. For example, they should be skilled at administrative tasks, such as accounting and personnel management, and be able to manage a salon efficiently and profitably. Customer-service skills. Skincare specialists should be friendly and courteous to their clients. Repeat business is important, particularly for self-employed workers. Initiative. Self-employed skincare specialists generate their own business opportunities and must be proactive in finding new clients. Physical stamina. Skincare specialists must be able to spend most of their day standing and massaging clients’ faces and bodies. Tidiness. Workers must keep a neat personal appearance and keep their work area clean and sanitary. This requirement is necessary for the health and safety of their clients and increases the likelihood that clients will return. Time-management skills. Time-management skills are important in scheduling appointments and providing services. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Barbers, Hairdressers, and Cosmetologists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/barbers-hairdressers-andcosmetologists.htm (visited January 25, 2016). Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Skincare Specialists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/skincare-specialists.htm (visited January 25, 2016). EMPLOYMENT INFORMATION Barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers held about 821,900 jobs in 2008. Of these, barbers and cosmetologists held 684,200 jobs, manicurists and pedicurists 76,000, skin care specialists 38,800, and shampooers 22,900. Theatrical and performance makeup artists held 2,100 jobs. Most of these workers are employed in beauty salons or barber shops, but they also are found in nail salons, day and resort spas, and nursing and other residential care homes. Nearly every town has a barbershop or beauty salon, but employment in this occupation is concentrated in the most populous cities and States. Theatrical and performance makeup artists work for movie and television studios, performing arts companies, and event promoters. Some apply makeup in retail stores. About 44 percent of all barbers, cosmetologists, and other personal appearance workers are self-employed. Many of these workers own their own salon, but a growing number of the self-employed lease booth space or a chair from the salon’s owner. In this case, workers provide their own supplies, and are responsible for paying their own taxes and benefits. They may pay a monthly or weekly fee to the salon owner, who is responsible for utilities and maintenance of the building. Source: Occupational Outlook Handbook 2011-2012, US Department of Labor (www.bls.gov) Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 68 JOB OUTLOOK Overall employment of barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists is projected to grow 10 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. Employment of barbers is projected to grow 10 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. The need for barbers will stem primarily from an increasing population, which will lead to greater demand for basic hair care services. Employment of hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists is projected to grow 10 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. Demand for hair coloring, hair straightening, and other advanced hair treatments has risen in recent years, a trend that is expected to continue over the coming decade. Job Prospects Overall job opportunities are expected to be good. A large number of job openings will stem from the need to replace workers who transfer to other occupations, retire, or leave the occupation for other reasons. However, workers should expect strong competition for jobs and clients at higher paying salons, of which there are relatively few and for which applicants must compete with a large pool of experienced hairdressers and cosmetologists. Employment of skincare specialists is projected to grow 12 percent from 2014 to 2024, faster than the average for all occupations. The increase in employment reflects demand for new services being offered, such as minisessions (quick facials at a lower cost) and mobile facials (making house calls). In addition, the desire among many women and a growing number of men to reduce the effects of aging and to lead a healthier lifestyle through better grooming, including skin treatments for relaxation and well-being, should result in employment growth. Job Prospects Job opportunities should be good because of the growing number of beauty salons and spas. Those with related work experience should have the best job opportunities. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Barbers, Hairdressers, and Cosmetologists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/barbers-hairdressers-andcosmetologists.htm (visited January 25, 2016). Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Skincare Specialists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/skincare-specialists.htm (visited January 25, 2016). EMPLOYMENT AND MEDIAN WAGE ESTIMATES Occupation Employment Median Hourly Wage Median Annual Wage Cosmetologist 656,400 $11.15 $23,200 (hair stylist, stylist) Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17 69 Esthetician 55,000 $13.97 $29,050 (skin care specialist) Source: Occupational Outlook Handbook 2011-2012, US Department of Labor (www.bls.gov) EARNINGS The median hourly wage for barbers was $12.22 in May 2014. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $8.39, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $21.94. The median hourly wage for hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists was $11.12 in May 2014. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $8.25, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $22.04. Barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists may receive tips from customers. High quality work and customer service usually contribute to greater tip totals. Many barbers, hairdressers, and cosmetologists work full time, however part-time positions are also common. Those who run their own barbershop or salon may have additional hours. Work schedules often include evenings and weekends―the times when beauty salons and barbershops are busiest. Those who are self-employed usually determine their own schedules. The median hourly wage for skincare specialists was $13.97 in May 2014. The median wage is the wage at which half the workers in an occupation earned more than that amount and half earned less. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $8.50, and the highest 10 percent earned more than $28.31. In May 2014, the median hourly wages for skincare specialists in the top industries in which they worked were as follows: Offices of physicians $17.82 Other amusement and recreation industries 17.18 Personal care services 13.45 Health and personal care stores 11.63 Skincare specialists typically work full time, and many work evenings and weekends. Working more than 40 hours a week is common, especially for self-employed workers. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Barbers, Hairdressers, and Cosmetologists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/barbers-hairdressers-andcosmetologists.htm (visited January 25, 2016). Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor, Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2016-17 Edition, Skincare Specialists, on the Internet at http://www.bls.gov/ooh/personal-care-and-service/skincare-specialists.htm (visited January 25, 2016). Academy for Salon Professionals Santa Clara. Catalog 2016-17