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Mission Statement

While the basics are a requirement for your licensure, much more is expected of you as a professional cosmetologist, nail technician, esthetician, and/or instructor.

The goals of University Academy of Hair Design are to train students to pass the state licensure exam and provide training that exceeds the professional field they are entering.

Our objective is to prepare each student to take and pass the state board exam in the field they are graduating from and prepare them for an entry-level position after graduation.

The philosophy at University Academy of Hair Design is not basic or State Board prep, it is an opportunity to step into a career path ready to succeed.

Admission Requirements

Requirements for any of our courses:

1. Show proof of education by the following

A. Have a high institution diploma, or its equivalent, a transcript showing completion, or a certificate of attainment (only applicable for non-Title IV recipients) certified/verified by the high institution’s state or other recognized agency; or

B. Have a state-issued credential for secondary institution completion if home-schooled

2. Every Student must be 16years old or older- This must be proven with a birth certificate or a driver’s license.

*Confirmation is needed at time of enrollment and kept in student files

Pre-Enrollment Information

These numbers are based from the year 2010.

Completion Rates – 74.29%
Licensure Rates – 100%
Employment Rates – 90.63%
Compensation
1. $25-$27k 1^st year
2. Each year should increase after that
Physical Demands
1. Long hours
2. Maybe weekends
3. Can cause arthritis in hands
4. Can cause back and leg problems with standing all day
5. Can cause carpal tunnel syndrome
6. Can cause varicose veins
Safety Requirements
1. Sanitation
2. State Laws
3. Blood Spill Procedures
Certification or Licensing Requirements

a. Application of approval from school stating you have finished the required hours.

b. Passing a written exam

c. Passing a practical exam

This is included in every catalog that everybody with interest to this school receives.

Programs

All chapters taught are from Milady’s Standard Cosmetology, Milady’s Standard Esthetics, Milady’s Standard Nail Technology and Milady’s Master Educator Course Book.

General Facilities

The waiting area is to the left when you first walk in to the building with the classroom to the right. The classroom is a closed in area. It has two windows: one to the right when you first come in with a door that is closed when theory class is in session and the second window that connects to the administrative office. There is a salon area where the clients are taken care of, a kitchen area and two bathrooms.

This school is only 5years old in those five years we have already moved to a bigger location. We are a school that has a new group of students start on quarterly bases.

Grading System

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS

CLOCK HOURS

SATISFACTORY PROGRESS POLICY

Satisfactory progress in attendance and academic work is a requirement for all students enrolled at University Academy of Hair Design. NOTE: Students receiving funds under any Federal Title IV financial aid program must maintain satisfactory progress in order to continue eligibility for such funds.

ATTENDEDANCE PROGRESS

FULL-TIME: MAXIMUM TIME: The maximum time a student has to complete is 150% of the program length.

ATTENDANCE: All students must maintain at least a 67% accumulative scheduled hours in order to be considered making satisfactory progress and to complete the program within the maximum time frame.

ACADEMIC PROGRESS:

The following factors will be measured to determine academic progress:

Theory work (test grades, homework, etc.)

Practical work

Laboratory work

Theory and practical work will be graded according to the following scale:

90-100 A EXCELLENT

80-89 B GOOD

70-79 C SATISFACTORY

60-69 D UNSATISFACTORY

BELOW 60 F FAILING

Student must maintain a C grade average (minimum of 70% in theory and practical/clinic work) in order to be considered making satisfactory progress.

DETERMINATION OF PROGRESS

Evaluation of progress will be conducted by the Director of Education or admission on a payment period basis.

Satisfactory: Students with minimum of 70% GPA and 67% attendance

Students meeting minimum requirements at the payment period will be considered to be making satisfactory progress until the next scheduled payment period. In order for a student to be considered making satisfactory progress, he or she must meet both attendance and academic minimum requirements.

WARNINGS

Students failing to meet minimum progress requirements will be placed on a warning for one payment period with the opportunity to meet requirements for the next payment period evaluation. Grades of theory tests and practical work are used to evaluate the student’s academic progress. During the warning, students are considered to making satisfactory progress and financial aid funds will be disbursed to eligible students.

At the end of the warning period, the student’s progress will be re-evaluated. If the student is meeting minimum requirements in both academics and attendance, he or she will be determined to be making satisfactory progress. If the student fails to meet minimum requirements, he or she will be placed on Financial Aid probation and Title IV funds terminated. The student will have a chance to appeal the termination of aid but may be terminated from the school.

APPEAL PROCESS

A student may appeal a determination of unsatisfactory progress by submitting a written appeal to the school director. The decision of the Director shall be final. Special consideration will be made for mitigating circumstances (that is illness, death in the immediate family, etc.) The student must include in the appeal, why the student failed to make satisfactory progress and what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow the student to demonstrate satisfactory progress at the end of the next payment period evaluation.

After a successful appeal, the student will be placed on academic probation for the following payment period. The student must be SAP at the end of the probationary period or all financial aid will be terminated.

LEAVE OF ABSENCE

Students returning from leave of absence or other official interruption of training must return to school in the same satisfactory progress status they had prior to their departure.

COURSE INCOMPLETES, REPETITIONS AND NON-CREDIT REMEDIAL COURSES

Course incompletes, repetitions and non-credit remedial courses do not apply to cosmetology schools. These items have no effect upon the schools’ satisfactory progress standards.

WITHDRAWALS

Any student who withdraws from his or her contracted course or fails to complete his or her training will have a notice placed in his or her student file as to progress at the point of withdrawal.

A student making satisfactory progress at the point of withdrawal may apply for re-enrollment in the school and will be considered to be making satisfactory progress at the point of re-entry.

A student failing to meet minimum satisfactory requirements at the point of withdrawal may apply for reenrollment but will be placed on the same status as when they left for one payment period without financial aid when accepted for re-enrollment and must complete the hours for which they were previously paid before receiving subsequent disbursement.

Students are evaluated for Satisfactory Academic Progress as followed: Cosmetology 450, 900 and 1200 clock hours, Esthetics 450, 900 and 1200 clock hours, Nail Technology 375 clock hours, Instructor program for licensure less than a year 450, 900, and 1233 clock hours, and Instructor program for licensure more than a year 325 clock hours. On daily bases every student is observed in their performance and if necessary given advise on how to improve.

Cosmetology

Length of Program- 1500 clock hours
Cost- Tuition $8,400
1. Books and Supplies (Approximately $1,650)
2. Non-Refundable Deposit Fee $250.00 ($150 Administration Fee, $50 Application Fee, $50 Processing Fee)
3. Other Cost (Example: Overtime charges)
4. Payment
Starting Date- New classes start the first Monday of every month
Calculated Completion Date-
1. Approximately 9 to 10 months
Class Schedule-
1. Full Time: Monday- Friday 8:00-5:00
Graduation Requirements- at least 1500 clock hours, maintain a 70% average in course and a 67% accumulative attendance, and complete all objectives.

Cosmetology Course Syllabus

1500 Hours

Description: The primary purpose of the Cosmetology course is to train the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency in job entry level positions in Cosmetology or a related career field.

Objectives: Upon completion of the course requirements, the determined graduate will be able to:

Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self confidence.
Practice effective communication skills, visual poise and proper grooming.
Respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received in an employer-employee relationship.
Perform the basic manipulative skills in the areas of hair styling, hair shaping, hair coloring, texture services, scalp and hair conditioning, skin and makeup, manicures, pedicures, and nail extensions.
Perform the basic analytical skills to determine proper makeup, hairstyle, and color application for the client’s overall image.
Apply learned theory, technical information and related matter to assure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures.

To ensure continued career success, the graduate will continue to learn new and current information related to skills, trends, and methods for career development in cosmetology and related fields.

References: A comprehensive library of references, periodicals, books, texts, and audio/videotapes are available to support the course of study and supplement student training. Students should avail themselves of the opportunity to use these extensive materials.

Teaching Methods: The clock hour education is provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks, necessary for state board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. Clinic equipment, implements, and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career oriented activities. The course is presented through comprehensive lesson plans which reflect effective education methods. Subjects are presented by means of lecture, demonstration, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips, projects, activities, and other related learning methods are used in the course.

Grading Procedures: Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences required for course completion. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed and counted toward course completion only when rated as satisfactory or better. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures, performance standards established by the state licensing agency, and set forth in the Practical Cosmetology Competency Evaluation criteria. Students must maintain a theory grade of 70% and pass a final written and practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments when absent is excused. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:

Written and Practical:

90-100 EXCELLENT

80-89 VERY GOOD

70-79 SATISFACTORY

69-0 NEEDS IMPROVEMENT

Hours Subject-Description

16 Brow and Lash Care

Eyebrow and Lip Waxing, Arm and Leg Waxing, Eyebrow Tweezing and Tinting

23 Scalp and Hair Treatment

Deep Conditioning, Pre-Art and Cleansing Cream, Chemistry System

23 Chemical Relaxing

Virgin Relaxer, Relaxer Re-Touch

415 Hair Styling

Blow Drying, Flat Ironing, Up-Do’s, Roller Sets, Braiding, Curling Iron Styles, Finger Waves, Pin Curls

107 Science and Related

Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Color Mixing, Chemistry Shot, Health, Infection Control, Bacteriology/Biology

140 Permanent Waving

9 Section, Piggy Back, Spiral, State Boar (up to 50)

27 Manicures and Pedicures

Hot Oil Manicures, Pedicures, Spa Pedicures, Polish Change, French Nails

342 Unassigned

Spill over, Sanitation, Desk Duty, Product Knowledge, Tools and Equipment, Professional Ethics, Effective Communication and Human Relations, Compensation Packages, Payroll Deductions, Licensing or Certification Requirements and Regulations, Fundamentals of Business Management

182 Hair Coloring

Cap Highlights, Color One Process, Color Foils, Balayage, Toners, Root Bumps

88 Skin Care

Facials, Back Facials, Body Waxing, Paraffin Waxing, High Frequency Facials, Microderm, Chemical Peel, Treatments, Makeup Applications

58 Shampoo

Shampoo, Scalp Massage, Conditioning

75 Hair Shaping

Bang Trim, Round Layers, Square Layers, A-Cut, Classic Bob, Graduated Bob, One-Length, Men’s Cut, Children’s Cut, ect.

1500 Total Hours

The above hour requirements must be met by each student in each category in order for the earned hours to be accepted by the applicable regulatory agency for examination. The generous portion of miscellaneous hours is to be applied as needed in curriculum related areas or if the student desires to specialize in a specific area.

Esthetics

Length of Program- at least 1500 clock hours
Cost- Tuition $8,400
1. Books and Supplies (Approximately $1,400)
2. Non-Refundable Deposit Fee $250.00 ($150 Administration Fee, $50 Application Fee, $50 Processing Fee)
3. Other Cost (Example: Overtime charges)
4. Payment
Starting Date- New classes start the first Monday of every month
Calculated Completion Date-
1. Approximately 9 to 10 months
Class Schedule-
1. Full Time: Monday- Friday 8:00-5:00
Graduation Requirements- at least 1500 clock hours, maintain a 70% average in course and a 67% accumulative attendance, and complete all objectives.

ESTHETICS

1500 Hours

Description: The primary purpose of the Esthetics course is to train the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency in job entry level positions in Esthetics or a related career field.

Objectives: Upon completion of the course requirements, the determined graduate will be able to:

1. Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self confidence.

2. Practice effective communication skills, visual poise and proper grooming.

3. Respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received in an employer-employee relationship.

4. Perform the basic manipulative skills in the areas of skin and make-up.

5. Perform the basic analytical skills to determine proper makeup and skin care.

6. Apply learned theory, technical information and related matter to assure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures.

To ensure continued career success, the graduate will continue to learn new and current information related to skills, trends, and methods for career development in nail technology and related fields.

Grading Procedures: Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences required for course completion. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures, performance standards established by the state licensing agency, and set forth in the Practical Esthetics Competency Evaluation criteria. Students must maintain a theory grade of 70% and pass a final written and practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments when absent is excused. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:

Written and Practical:

90-100 EXCELLENT

80-89 VERY GOOD

70-79 SATISFACTORY

69-0 NEEDS IMPROVEMENT

Hours Subject-Description

380 Sciences

Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Histology, Chemistry of products, Cosmetic chemistry, Human body systems, Biomechanics, Basic Medical terminology, Diseases and conditions, Pathology, Safety, Health, Anatomy of energetic system

400 Skin Care & Facial Treatments

Basic facial, Skin analysis, Skin care products, Back facials, Microderms, Chemical peels, Anatomy of the skin, Medical esthetics, Massage Manipulations, Facial machines, Manipulation of soft tissue utilizing as applicable, hands, fingers, forearms, elbows, fingers, forearms, elbows, feet, fists, stoking, kneading, tapping, percussive, compressive, vibratory, and friction techniques, and joint mobilization effects of technique being taught, Principles and practice of the energetic systems

40 Hair Removal

Waxing, Facial, Brow, Body, Bikini, Brazilian, Legs, Underarms, Back

35 Professional Practices

Consultations, Career planning, Selling retail, public relations, record keeping, owning your own business, advertising, Client History: Indications, Contraindications, Endangerments sites, Client preparation for service, Preparation and self-care for the practitioner, Career and employment info, Effective communication, Human relations

200 Make Up

Basic application, special occasions, camera, camouflage, artificial lashes, lash and brow tinting, permanent cosmetic, airbrush, lash extensions, theatrical

100 Related Sciences

Infection control, Anatomy and Physiology, Chemistry, Composition of products, Basics of electricity

345 Unassigned

Spill-over, Nutrition, Advance topics and treatments, Front desk, Sanitation, Performing Skin analysis, Universal precautions, Use and safety of products, tools, equipment, theory, intake process, compensation, packages, payroll deductions, licensing, certification and registration requirements, regulations, fundamentals of business, management, professional ethics and boundaries

1500 Total Hours

Nail Technician

Length of Program- 750 clock hours
Cost-
1. Tuition- $4,200
1. Books and Supplies (Approximately $1,200)
2. Non-Refundable Deposit Fee $250.00 ($150 Administration Fee, $50 Application Fee, $50 Processing Fee)
3. Other Cost (Example: Overtime charges)
4. Payment
Starting Date- New classes start the first Monday of every month
Calculated Completion Date-
1. Approximately 6 months
Class Schedule-
1. Full Time: Monday- Friday 8:00-5:00
Graduation Requirements- 750 clock hours, maintain a 70% average in course and a 67% accumulative attendance, and complete all objectives.

NAIL TECHNOLOGY

750 Hours

Description: The primary purpose of the Nail Technology course is to train the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency in job entry level positions in Nail Technology or a related career field.

Objectives: Upon completion of the course requirements, the determined graduate will be able to:

1. Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self confidence.

2. Practice effective communication skills, visual poise and proper grooming.

3. Respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received in an employer-employee relationship.

4. Perform the basic manipulative skills in the areas of manicures, pedicures, and nail extensions.

5. Apply learned theory, technical information and related matter to assure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures.

Grading Procedures: Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences required for course completion. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures, performance standards established by the state licensing agency, and set forth in the Practical Nail Technology Competency Evaluation criteria. Students must maintain a theory grade of 70% and pass a final written and practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments when absent is excused. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:

Written and Practical:

90-100 EXCELLENT

80-89 VERY GOOD

70-79 SATISFACTORY

69-0 NEEDS IMPROVEMENT

Hours Subject-Description

90 Bacteria & Other Infections

Sanitation chapter, any skin disorders or nail disorder, chemistry

50 Safety in the Salon

Sanitation, bacteriology

90 Sanitation

Sanitation, disinfection, bacteriology

80 Nail and Nail Disorders

Client consultations, nails and nail disorders

40 Skin and Skin Disorders

Client consultation, nail disorders

40 Client Consultation

Client consultation and books on there clients

50 Manicures

Hot Oil Manicures, Polish Change, French Nails, Acrylics, Sculptured nails, Silk wraps, Pariffin wax, Hot oil manicure, masks

50 Pedicures

Pedicures, Spa Pedicures, Acrylics on the toes, Pariffin Wax, masks

55 Nail Tips

55 Nail Wraps

Silk, Fiberglass

55 Acrylic Nails

Overlay, Pink and White Sculpture, Gel

55 Nail Art

Paint, Stencils, Fine Nail Art

15 Salon Management

Interviewing, Selling Retail, Managing a Salon

15 Marketing & Services

Selling Retail, Advertising, Networking

10 Unassigned

Spill-over, Desk duty, Sanitation

750 Total Hours

Instructor

Length of Program-
1. 1563 clock hours if licensed less than 1 year
2. 650 clock hours if licensed over 1 year
Cost- Tuition- i. 1563 clock hours- $8,753; 650 clock hours- $3,640
1. Books and Supplies
2. Non-Refundable Deposit Fee $250.00 ($150 Administration Fee, $50 Application Fee, $50 Processing Fee)
3. Other Cost (Example: Overtime charges)
4. Payment
Starting Date- New classes start the first of every month
Calculated Completion Date-
1. 1563 clock hours- Approximately 10 to 11 months
1. 650 clock hours- Approximately 6 months
Class Schedule-
1. Full Time: Monday- Friday 8:00-5:00
Graduation Requirements- 1563 clock hours if licensed less than one year, maintain a 70% average in course and a 67% accumulative attendance, and complete all objectives. 650 clock hours if licensed over 1 year, maintain a 70% average in course and a 67% accumulative attendance, and complete all objectives.

Instructor Course Syllabus

1563 Hours

Description: The primary purpose of the instructor course is to train the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency in job entry level positions in instructor or a related career field.

Objectives: Upon completion of the course requirements, the determined graduate will be able to:

Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self confidence.
Practice effective communication skills, visual poise and proper grooming.
Respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received in an employer-employee relationship.
Perform the basic teaching skills in the areas of hair styling, hair shaping, hair coloring, texture services, scalp and hair conditioning, skin and makeup, manicures, pedicures, and nail extensions.
Perform the basic analytical skills to determine proper makeup, hairstyle, and color application for the client’s overall image.
Apply learned theory, technical information and related matter to assure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures.

To ensure continued career success, the graduate will continue to learn new and current information related to skills, trends, and methods for career development in cosmetology and related fields.

Grading Procedures: Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences required for course completion. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures, performance standards established by the state licensing agency, and set forth in the Practical Instructor Competency Evaluation criteria. Students must maintain a theory grade of 70% and pass a final written and practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments when absent is excused. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:

Written and Practical:

90-100 EXCELLENT

80-89 VERY GOOD

70-79 SATISFACTORY

69-0 NEEDS IMPROVEMENT

Hours Subject-Description

63 Orientation

Taking students thru orientation, updating orientation, signing up students for orientation, Providing feedback and orientation to students about progress in the program or courses, program, course development, review

125 Alabama Law and Regulations

Reading the Alabama Law book, enforcing the laws

375 Theory

Teaching, Sitting in, grading papers, Presentation techniques

375 Practical

Working on manikins with students

250 Clinical Floor Work

Working with students on the floor

188 Teaching Skills

Making lesson plans, teaching theory, evaluation of overall progress, development and use of testing, measurement instrument, review of the content of the program in cosmetology arts and sciences, electrology or massage field for which the student is training as an instructor, principles of teaching/learning, development and use of teaching aides, student motivation and learning, presentation techniques, evaluation of overall progress, Development and use of testing/measurement instruments.

128 Preparing Student Files

Preparing new student files, working on old student files, filing papers, Administrative responsibilities, Records, management, applicable organizational and regulatory requirements

63 Testing & Evaluation (Unassigned)

Spill over, Desk Duty, Grading tests, Academic advising, career and employment info, professional ethics, effective communication and human relations, compensation packages and payroll deductions, licensing or certification requirements and regulations, fundamentals of business and management

1563 Total Hours

Document upon Graduation

Each student get diploma at the time of completion.

RETURN TO TITLE IV POLICY

The Federal Return of Title IV funds formula (R2T4) dictates the amount of Federal Title IV aid that must be returned to the federal government or the lending institution by the school and/or the student. The federal formula is applicable to an eligible student receiving federal aid when that student withdraws on or before the 60% point in time in the payment period. If a student does not begin training, the R2T4 Formula does not apply.

For official withdrawals a student’s withdrawal date is the date the school received notice from the student that they are withdrawing.

Official Withdrawal Process: If a student wishes to withdraw from school, they must notify the Chief Financial Aid Director of the school. The notification may be in writing or orally. The date the notification is received is the date of determination. The Chief Financial Aid Director must begin the withdrawal process.

The school’s determination that a student is no longer in school for unofficial withdrawals is determined after 10 days of non-attendance.

The federal formula requires a Return to Title IV calculation if the student received or could have received (based on eligibility criteria) federal financial assistance in the form of Pell Grants, Stafford Loans or Plus loans and withdraws on or before completing 60% of the payment period. The percentage of Title IV aid earned is equal to the percentage of the payment period that was completed as of the withdrawal date if this occurs on or before the 60% point of time. The percentage that has not been earned is calculated by subtracting percentage of Title IV aid earned from 100%.

The percentage of the payment period completed is calculated by the hours scheduled in the payment period as of the withdrawal date divided by the scheduled hours in the payment period.

The amount to be returned is calculated by subtracting the amount of Title IV assistance earned from the amount of Title IV aid that was or could have been disbursed as of the withdrawal date.

If a student receives less Title IV funds than the amount earned, the school will offer the student a disbursement of the earned aid that was not received at the time of their withdrawal which is a post withdrawal disbursement. Post withdrawal disbursements will be made from Pell grant funds first if eligible. If there are current educational costs still due the school at the time of withdrawal, a Pell Grant post withdrawal disbursement will be credited to the student’s account. Any Pell Grant funds in excess of current educational costs will be offered to the student. Any federal loan program funds due in a post withdrawal disbursement must be offered to the student and the school must receive the student’s permission before crediting their account.

The following Title IV refund distribution is used for all FA students due a refund:

1. Federal Perkins Loan

2. Federal PLUS Loan

3. Direct PLUS Loan

4. Federal Pell Grant

5. FSEOG

Refunds will be made to the federal programs within 45 days of the student’s date of determination.

The Statute requires that a student is responsible for all unearned Title IV program assistance that the school is not required to return. This is determined by subtracting the amount returned by the school from the total amount of unearned Title IV funds to be returned.

Refund Policy

1. Any monies due the applicant or student shall be refunded within 45 days of official cancellation or withdrawal. Official cancellation or withdrawal shall occur on the earlier of the dates that:

A. If an applicant is not accepted by the school, this applicant shall be entitled to a refund of all monies paid with the exception of the $250 non-refundable deposit fee plus books and supplies.

B. A student (or in the case of a student under legal age, his/her parent or guardian) cancels his/her contract and demands his/her money back in writing, within three business days of the signing of the enrollment agreement or contract, in this case all monies collected by the school shall be refunded except for the $250 non-refundable deposit fee plus books and supplies. This policy applies regardless of whether or not the student has actually started training.

C. A student cancels his/her contract after three business days after signing, but prior to entering classes. In this case he/she shall be entitled to a refund of all monies paid to the school less the $250 non-refundable deposit fee plus books and supplies.

D. A student notifies the institution of his/her withdrawal.

E. A student on an approved leave of absence notifies the school that he or she will not be returning. The date of withdrawal shall be the earlier of the date of expiration of the leave of absence or the date the student notifies the institution that the he/she will not be returning; or

F. A student is expelled by the school

G. In type B, C, D, or E official cancellations or withdrawals, the cancellation date will be determined by the postmark on written notification, or the date said information is delivered to the school administrator/owner in person.

2. Any monies due a student who unofficially withdraws from the institution shall be refunded within 45 days of a determination by the institution that the student has withdrawn without notifying the institution. To determine unofficial withdrawals, the school monitors student attendance at a minimum of once a month (every 30 days).

3. When situations of mitigating circumstances are in evidence, schools are encouraged to adopt a policy wherein the refund to the student may exceed the Cancellation and Settlement Policy and Minimum Refund Guidelines.

4. Books and supplies are non-refundable items.

5. All fees must be identified in the catalog and on the enrollment agreement.

6. Program Cancellation Policy: If a program or course is canceled subsequent to a student’s enrollment, and before instruction in the program or course has begun, the school shall at it option:

A. Provide a full refund of all monies paid; or

B. Provide completion of the program of course.

7. For students who enroll in and begin classes, the following schedule of tuition adjustment will be considered to meet minimum standards for refunds:

PERCENTAGE LENGTH COMPLETED TO AMOUNT OF TOTAL TUITION

TOTAL LENGTH OF PROGRAM OR OWED TO THE SCHOOL

SEMESTER OR TERM

0.01% TO 4.9% 20%

5% TO 9.9% 30%

10% TO 14.9% 40%

15% TO 24.9% 45%

25% TO 49.9% 70%

50% TO OVER 100%

8. School closure Policy: If a school closes permanently and ceases to offer instruction after students have enrolled, or if a program is canceled after students have enrolled and instruction has begun, the students shall receive a pro-rata refund of tuition.

Employment Assistance

University Academy of Hair Design does not guarantee employment. But we will assist to the best of our ability on:

· Resume writing

· Job Fairs

· Contacts with salon Representatives

Discrimination Policy

The school has a zero tolerance for harassment or discrimination which violated federal and state guidelines.

The school in its admissions practices does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, and ethnic origin.

1. Discrimination examples:

i. Sex

ii. Race

iii. Color

iv. Gender

v. Religion

vi. Ethnic Origin

vii. Age

viii. Disability

ix. And much more.

1. Harassment examples:

i. Sexual Harassment

About the Owner

Gilda Wells

Professional experience:

Fashion Flare Apprentice

The Crystal Salon Apprentice/Cosmetologist

High Point of Beauty Owner/Master Cosmetologist

Prissy Hen Master Cosmetologist

The Hair Performers Co-Owner

Gilda’s Salon and Day Spa Owner/ Master Cosmetologist

University Academy of Hair Design Owner/Master Cosmetologist/Instructor

Continuing Education:

Tony and Guy Academy Redken 5^th Avn. Academy Shelton State University Las Vegas Symposium Farouk Systems

Student Access To There Files

A student may request to see their records at any time in writing. For protection to other student’s records only the instructors or administrative staff is allowed to get the file and the student must stay in the office with the file and supervised at all times. Students must give the administrative staff forty-eight hours to make this appointment. Students may have a copy of any information out of there file. No information may be taken out of the file and given to the student at any time. Students are not allowed to look through any other student’s records.

The school follows polices that:

Guarantee each student (or parent or guardian if the student is a dependent minor) access to that student’s records;
Require written consent from the student or guardian for release of records in response to each third party request unless otherwise required by law;
Before publishing and/or selling “directory information” for either the student or guardian such as the name, address, phone number and e-mail address(es) of student, date and place of birth, major field of study, dates of attendance and/or date of graduation from previous school, allow the student or guardian to deny authority to publish one or more of these items;
Provide access to student and other school records as required for any accreditation process initiated by the institution or by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences, or in response to a directive of the Commission.

A student must fill out release information form to a third party person. This form must be filled out each time to release information. You may receive this form by requesting one from the administrative office.

UNITED STAATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION

WASHINGTON D.C. 20202

FACT SHEET

FAMILY EDUCATIONAL RIGHTS AND PRIVACY ACT OF 1974

(FERPA)

The FERPA is a Federal law designed to protect the privacy of a student’s educational records. The law applies to all schools which receive funds under an applicable program from the U.S. Department of Education.

The FERPA gives certain rights to parents regarding their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student or former student who has reached the age of 18 or is attending any school beyond the high school level. Students and former students to whom the rights have transferred are called eligible students.

· Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review all of the student’s education records maintained by the school. Schools are not required to provide copies of materials in education records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for parents or eligible students to inspect the records personally. The school may charge a fee for copies.

· Parents and eligible students have the right to request that a school correct records believed to be inaccurate or misleading. If the school refuses to change the records, the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school still refuses the correction, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement in the records commenting on the contested information in the records.

· Generally, the school must have written permission from the parent or eligible student before releasing any information from a student’s record. However, the law allows schools to disclose records, without consent, to the following parties:

§ School employees who have a need-to-know

§ Other schools to which a student is transferring;

§ *Parents when a student over 18 is still dependent;

§ Certain government officials in order to carry out lawful functions;

§ Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student;

§ Organizations doing certain studies for the school;

§ Accrediting organizations;

§ Individuals who have obtained court orders or subpoenas;

§ Persons who need to know in cases of health and safety emergencies;

§ State and local authorities to whom disclosure is required by state laws adopted before November 19, 1974

Schools may also disclose, without consent, directory-type information such as a student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors and awards and dates of attendance. However, the school must tell parent of eligible student to request the school not to disclose that information about them.

*differs from NACCAS

Schools must notify parents of eligible students of their rights under this law. The actual means of notification (special letter, inclusion in a PTA bulletin, student handbook, or newspaper article) is left to each school.

Schools must adopt a written policy about complying with the FERPA. Schools must give the parent or eligible student a copy of the policy, on request.

If you wish to see your child’s education records, or if you are over 18 or are attending college and would like to see your records, you should contact the school for the procedure to follow.

If you have any questions about the FERPA, or if you have problems in securing your rights under this Act, you may call (202)401-2057 or write to: Family Policy Compliance Office, Department of Education, 400 Maryland Avenue, S.W., Room 3017 Washington, DC 20202-4605.

Releasing Information To A Third Party

A student must fill out the following form to release information to a third party person. This form must be filled out each time to release information. You may receive this form by requesting one from the administrative office.

Release of Student Information Form Example

Student Name: __________________________________________________________

Program: _______________________________________________________________

I, _____________________________, permit University Academy of Hair Design to release the following information (list specific items):_________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________________________________________________

to the following person or organization:________________________________________

on this date: _______________________________.

_______________________________ _______________________

Signature Date

Note: This form is to be used EACH time the school wants or has a need to release information from the student file to a third party.

Scholarship and Fee Waiver

This is not currently available.

Scheduled Events for New Students for all Courses

Orientation will be the first Monday of each month at 8:00 a.m.

Classes start the first Monday of each month

Holidays and School Closing Dates

Spring Break- 1 week in March

· Memorial Day

Summer Break- The week of the Independence Day
Labor Day
Thanking Break- 3 days in November
Christmas Break- 2 weeks

ALABAMA BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY

RSA Union Building

P. O. Box 301750

Montgomery, AL 36130-1750

334-242-1918 Office 334-242-1926 Fax 800-815-7453 toll free

www.aboc.state.al.us

Bob McKee Floyd McDonald

Executive Director President

WRITTEN EXAM PROCEDURES

Candidates must pass the written exam before applying for the practical exam.

Eligibility

Candidates will submit an application for the written exam to the Alabama Board of Cosmetology along with a $75.00 fee. Approved candidate will be sent a letter and work permit.

Scheduling

Once approved by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology, candidates may contact Laser Grade at 1-800-211-2754 to schedule their testing appointment. Laser Grade’s hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9am ET – 8pm ET and Saturdays 9am ET – 5pm ET. Candidates must provide a minimum of 24 hours notice to schedule their examination.

Locations

Testing centers are located in Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile and Montgomery. However, candidates may test at any Laser Grade location in the United States.

Cancelling/Rescheduling

Candidates must provide a minimum of 24 hours notice (Monday – Friday) to cancel or reschedule a testing appointment. Failure to provide 24 hours notice will result in forfeiture of the exam fee.

Identification

All candidates will be required to present valid (non-expired) government issued photo identification for admittance into the testing center. The ID must bear the candidate’s photo (full frontal face) and signature. Failure to present appropriate identification at the test center will result in the cancellation of the candidate’s appointment and forfeiture of the test fee.

Pass/Fail

Candidates will receive a printed copy of their score at the end of the examination. Failing score reports will indicate the number of incorrect answers by category of the exam. Candidates who did not pass their exam are encouraged to review content areas shown on the failing score report prior to retesting.

Computer-Based Demo Exam

Candidates may familiarize themselves with the computer-based testing software by going to Laser Grade’s website: www.lasergrade.com. Point mouse to Test Taker/Candidates heading on top right of screen. On the pop-up menu, click on the link Testing Software Demo. This software demonstration is available to candidates free of charge.

PRATICAL EXAM PROCEDURES

Effective, September, 2008 the Alabama Board of Cosmetology will be administering practical exams through Professional Credential Services (PCS). Candidates must still pass their written exam prior to applying to take their practical exam.

Eligibility

After passing the written exam, candidates will submit an application for the practical exam to the Alabama Board of Cosmetology along with a $45.00 fee. Approved candidates will be sent a Candidate Information Bulletin that includes detailed instructions for scheduling and taking the practical exam.

Scheduling

After passing the written exam, candidates must contact PCS at 1-888-822-3272 to schedule their testing appointment. PCS’s hours of operation are Monday – Friday, 8:00 – 4:30 Central Time. PCS will issue an Admission Notice to the candidate for the practical exam 7 to 10 business days prior to your scheduled practical exam date. If you do not receive your admission notice on Monday prior to the approved practical exam date, please call PCS for further instructions.

Locations

Testing locations are Huntsville, Birmingham, Mobile and Montgomery. The exact site address will be printed on your admission notice.

Cancelling/Rescheduling

Rescheduling of the practical exam is not permitted. If you do not show for the date and time scheduled, you will forfeit your exam fee and must contact the Alabama Board of Cosmetology to reapply.

Identification

All candidates will be required to present your Admission Notice provided by PCS and a valid (non-expired) government issued photo identification for admittance into the testing center. The ID must bear the candidate’s photo (full frontal face) and signature. Failure to present appropriate identification at the test center will result in the cancellation of the candidate’s appointment and forfeiture of their test fee.

Pass/Fail

Candidates will receive notification of pass or fail by the Alabama Board of Cosmetology within 2 weeks of the exam date.

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