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1 CATALOG OF COURSES Academy for Salon Professionals is a Redken-affiliated salon training center. Scan the QR code to find the Academy on facebook!

2 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: 9/1/ /31/2016. Publication date: September 2015 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 5 th 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

3 3 SCHOOL INFORMATION Academy for Salon Professionals 2238 El Camino Real Santa Clara, CA Phone: (408) Fax: (408) 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 or call (408) LICENSING AGENCIES We are licensed through- We are accredited with State Board of Cosmetology NACCAS Del Paso Rd. Suite Ford Ave. Suite 1300 Sacramento CA Alexandria VA (916) (703) 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.)

4 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 11 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

5 5 pg 21 STATE BOARD LICENSING Reciprocity Licensing Requirements pg 23 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 35 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

6 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 45 pg 59 pg 60 pg 63 pg 64 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 CHIEF ADMINISTRATION INSTRUCTIONAL STAFF PROGRAM CALENDAR PRE ENROLLMENT INFORMATION

7 7 ADMISSIONS ELIGIBILITY The Academy for Salon Professionals requires a high school diploma, or GED for enrollment into all programs. The minimum age requirement to enroll at the Academy is 17, with signature of form DADMF03A 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 $ 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 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 $ 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.

8 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. ENROLLMENT APPOINTMENT At the enrollment appointment 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. During the enrollment process 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. ORIENTATION Students must attend an orientation to the school held on the Saturday immediately preceding the student s intended start date. Orientation begins at 9:30am and ends at 12:30pm. Students must wear black to the orientation. Should a student fail to attend orientation, they will not be permitted to start school. 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.

9 9 Transfer Hours from an Outside Institution for the Same Program If the student is requesting to transfer hours from a previously attended cosmetology program to the cosmetology program at AFSP that student will receive all hours shown on their transcript, not to exceed 20% of the cosmetology program hours at AFSP. If the student is requesting to transfer hours from a previously attended esthetics program to the esthetics program at AFSP, that student will receive all hours shown on their transcript, not to exceed 20% of the esthetics program hours at AFSP. 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, AFSP will accept transfer hours that apply to the program the student will be attending at AFSP, not to exceed 20% of the program hours. 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. The amount of hours transferred shall not exceed 20% of the program length of the program the student is entering. A student may switch his or her original program of choice one time while attending the Academy for Salon Professionals with Program Director approval. This change requires a program restart in the next available core class and a $ fee plus any other applicable equipment fees. 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 Transcripts will only be released to the student upon receipt of a written and signed request. 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.

10 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 or GED for enrollment into all programs. See Admissions Eligibility for more information. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Academy for Salon Professionals OPEID#: Program CIP Code: Program SOC Code: Hairdressers, Hairstylists and Cosmetologists Program Name: Cosmetology Program Level: Undergraduate 01 Program Length: Full-time: 11.5 months Part-time : months Program Website: 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 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 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

11 11 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 Mizani. 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.

12 12 ACADEMY CURRICULUM The latest styling and cutting techniques from Redken 5 th 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 Permanent Waving and Chemical Straightening Hair Coloring and Bleaching Hair Cutting Laws and Regulations Health and Safety Considerations Disinfection and Sanitation Anatomy and Physiology Manual, Electrical and Chemical Facials Eyebrow Beautification and Make-up Manicuring and Pedicuring Artificial Nails and Wraps Personal and Professional Skills 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: Schedule: Tuesday Saturday 9:00 a.m. 5:00 p.m. with an hour break for lunch PART-TIME COURSE SCHEDULE Program length: Schedule: About 89* weeks at 19 hours per week (*with perfect attendance) 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

13 13 TUITION AND FEES Tuition: $18, Supplies: $3, STRF: $0 Tax: $ Fees: $ Total: $21, 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 3 rd party loans. PROGRAM PERFORMANCE Number of students completing a program in 2013: 103 Completion rate 2013: 89.57% (33% 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: 60.19%* (per NACCAS guidelines), (52% 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 * Unverifiable: The National Accrediting Comission of Career Arts and Sciences ( NACCAS ), our accrediting agency, has determined that the school s 2013 placement rate cannot be verified. GRADING The Academy for Salon Professionals uses a 100-point grading scale: % is the equivalent of a pass 0-79% is the equivalent of a fail Student may re-take tests up to a maximum of two retakes. 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.

14 14 ESTHETICS PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY The Academy for Salon Professionals requires a minimum of a high school diploma or GED diploma for enrollment into all programs. See Admissions Eligibility for more information. PROGRAM DESCRIPTION Academy for Salon Professionals OPEID#: Program CIP Code: Program SOC Code: Skincare Specialists Program Name: Esthetics Program Level: Undergraduate 01 Program Length: Full-time: 4.75 months Part-time : months Program Website: 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 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

15 15 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 to give a confident answer during the interview process. At this phase you will take a spa 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 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

16 16 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: $9, Supplies: $1, STRF: $0 Tax: $ Fees: $ Total: $10, 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 3 rd party loans. PROGRAM PERFORMANCE Number of students completing a program in 2013: 103 Completion rate 2013: 89.57% (69% 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: 60.19%* (per NACCAS guidelines), (35% 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: $ Private Loan Debt: 0 Institutional Financing plan debt: 0 * Unverifiable: The National Accrediting Comission of Career Arts and Sciences ( NACCAS ), our accrediting agency, has determined that the school s 2013 placement rate cannot be verified.

17 17 GRADING The Academy for Salon Professionals uses a 100-point grading scale: % is the equivalent of a pass 0-79% is the equivalent of a fail Student may re-take tests up to a maximum of two retakes. 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. 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.

18 18 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 must be paid in full GRADING The Academy for Salon Professionals uses a 100-point grading scale: % is the equivalent of a pass 0-79% is the equivalent of a fail Student may re-take tests up to a maximum of two retakes. 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.

19 19 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. 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.

20 20 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. 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

21 21 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 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 at: or the BOE's certified list at: If you locate your name on either list, please call the FTB at or the BOE at 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) (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 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.

22 22 (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 ) 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. 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 $ 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.