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1 International College of Cosmetology 3701 International Blvd Oakland, CA Fax: or Accredited By: Associations: Salon Products:

2 Table of Contents Administration, Faculty and Staff Message to Prospective Students...3 Approval Disclosure Statement... 4 Accreditation, Approval& Licensing... 5 Administration Business Hours... 5 Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF)... 5 Mission and Educational Objectives...5 Admission Policy... 6 Class Start Dates School Calendar/Holidays... 7 Facilities... 7 Placement... 7 Career Advising... 8 Grievance Procedure Policy Complaint Procedure... 8 Disclosure and Retention of Student Records... 8 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended... 8 Handicapped(Wheelchair)Access... 9 Health and Physical Considerations... 9 History and Ownership... 9 Orientation Class... 9 Scholarships... 9 Statement of Non-Discrimination... 9 Chemical Dependency Rehabilitation Constitution Day and Voter Registration Attendance, Tardy, and Make-Up Policies Attendance Status Leave of Absence Class & Practice Hours - Credit Procedure Grading System Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) Courses of Study Cosmetologist Course Educational Goals Cosmetologist Course Performance Objectives Esthetician Course Educational Goals Esthetician Course Performance Objectives Manicurist Course Educational Goals Manicurist Course Performance Objectives Teacher Trainee Course Educational Goals Teacher Trainee Course Performance Objectives Tuition and Fee Schedule Textbooks, Equipment and Supplies Method of Payment Financial Aid Programs Accrediting Commission Formula Right to Withhold Transcripts and Grades for Non Payment of Tuition: School Rules and Regulations Student Rights and Responsibilities Page 2 of 37

3 Mission and Educational Objectives Dear Future Beautician, Welcome to International College of Cosmetology! (ICOC) Thank you for your interest in training at our campus. Your training program will open the doors to an exciting and rewarding career in Cosmetology, Esthetics, Manicurist, and Instructor training. At ICOC, our mission and prime objective is to offer our students the training to assist them to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to pass the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology examinations required for a state license. Our prime vocational objective is to train and produce knowledgeable graduates able to seek and find entry-level employment in the beauty industry. Our successful students should be able to function effectively at an entry level in one of the many specialty areas such as: Hair Stylist, Hair Colorist, Manicurist, Make-up Artist or Beauty Salon Operator. Normal progression based on individual efforts and job experience may move him/her to positions such as Beauty Salon Manager, Beauty Salon Owner, Cosmetology Teacher, School Supervisor/President, or School Owner. At ICOC it is our goal to offer you basic training to prepare you to pass the licensure examination required by the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. We strive to position you for success in the market place by providing training in key operations and hands practice on a diverse clientele. Each operation is an essential element necessary to pass the required licensing examination. Sincerely, Jimmy Luong Director/Owner P. (510) F. (510) jluong@icoc.edu Page 3 of 37

4 Approval Disclosure Statement Cosmetology Esthetician Manicure Instructor Training International College of Cosmetology (ICOC) is a private institution, and was granted its approval from the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400, Sacramento, California 95833, Mailing Address: P.O. Box West Sacramento, CA , Telephones: (888) , (916) , Fax (916) pursuant to California Education Code Section The Bureau s approval means that the institution and its operation complies with the minimum standards established under the law for occupational instruction by private postsecondary educational institutions, and does not imply any endorsement or recommendation by the State or by the Bureau. Institutional approval must be re-approved every three years and is subject to continuing review. The Bureau has approved the following courses offered by ICOC: Course Name CIP Clock Hours Months Inst. Wks. Award *Cosmetology hrs Certificate *Esthetician hrs 6 30 Certificate Manicurist hrs 2 ½ 16 Certificate Teacher Trainee hrs 6 30 Certificate (*) This course is eligible to participate in the USDE Title IV programs Instruction is provided within a 5,400 sq. foot facility with an occupancy level accommodating 150 students at any one time. Prospective enrollees are required to visit the physical facilities of the school and to discuss personal, educational and occupational plans with school personnel before enrolling, attending class or signing enrollment agreements. ICOC participates in some Title IV Programs to assist student to meet educational expenses. For information on those programs, see the financial aid section of this catalogue. I certify that all contents of this catalog are current, true and correct to the best of my knowledge, Sincerely, Jimmy Luong Director/Owner P. (510) F. (510) jluong@icoc.edu Admission Requirement All applicant students will have to take and pass the aptitude admission test with a minimum grade of 70%. The test will consist of a score of 42 in Language Usage, 43 in Reading and 41 Numerical or higher to be allowed to enroll in the school. The school admission representatives will be administered the test. Student who pass the aptitude test with a passing grade for language, will be considered to be proficient in the English language to enroll in classes taught in English. If the enrollee fail the school admission test, he/she will be able to re-take the test up to three (3) times. A session of individual counseling to determine the applicant s ability to benefit. Students who are admitted only on the basis of counseling, or who are unable to satisfy the school s testing requirement, will be enrolled in an English-Vietnamese or English-Spanish class, which shall be completed prior to graduation. These bilingual classes shall provide each student with the basic skills and understanding necessary according to individual need for satisfactory performance in the program which the student has chosen. Page 4 of 37

5 Accreditation, Approval & Licensing Cosmetology Esthetician Manicure Instructor Training Certain agencies set minimum standards for our programs of study in accordance with their individual requirements. ICOC is accredited by NACCAS. The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS)is recognized by the United States Department of Education as a national accrediting agency for postsecondary schools and programs of cosmetology arts and sciences. NACCAS may be reached at 4401 Ford Avenue, Suite 1300, Alexandria, VA ; (703) ;website: ICOC has been licensed to operate by: Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite 400 Sacramento, CA 95833; (888) ; website: ICOC is recognized as an institution eligible to participate in Federal Financial Aid Programs by: The United States Department of Education. 400 Maryland Ave., SW Washington DC, Disclosures 1. As a prospective student, you are encouraged to review this catalog prior to signing an enrollment agreement. You are also encouraged to review the School Performance Fact Sheet, which must be provided to you prior to signing an enrollment agreement. 2. A student or any member of the public may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling (888) toll free or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau's internet web site 3. Any questions a student may have regarding this catalog that have not been satisfactorily answered by the institution may be directed to the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education at 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite or 400, by fax Sacramento, (916) 263 CA , toll free telephone number (888) 4. ICOC has never filed for bankruptcy petition, operated as a debtor in possession or had a petition of bankruptcy filed against it under Federal law. Administration Business Hours. School Hours Monday-Saturday: 9:00 a.m. 4:00 p.m. Sunday: CLOSED Tuesday-Saturday: 8:30 a.m. 5:00 p.m. Sunday & Monday: CLOSED Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) You must pay the state-imposed assessment for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) if all of the following applies to you: 1. You are a student in an educational program, who is a California resident, or are enrolled in a residency program, and prepay all or part of your tuition either by cash, guaranteed student loans, or personal loans, and 2. Your total charges are not paid by any third-party payer such as an employer, government program or other payer unless you have a separate agreement to repay the third party. You are not eligible for protection from the STRF and you are not required to pay the STRF assessment, if either of the following applies: 1. You are not a California resident, or are not enrolled in a residency program, or Page 5 of 37

6 2. Your total charges are paid by a third party, such as an employer, government program or other payer, and you have no separate agreement to repay the third party. The State of California created the Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) to relieve or mitigate economic losses suffered by students in an educational program who are California residents, or are enrolled in a residency program, attending certain schools regulated by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. You may be eligible for STRF if you are a California resident or are enrolled in a residency program, prepaid tuition, paid the STRF assessment, and suffered an economic loss as a result of any of the following: 1. The school closed before the course of instruction was completed. 2. The school s failure to pay refunds or charges on behalf of a student to a third party for license fees or any other purpose, or to provide equipment or materials for which a charge was collected within 180 days before the closure of the school. 3. The school s failure to pay or reimburse loan proceeds under a federally guaranteed student loan program as required by law or to pay or reimburse proceeds received by the school prior to closure in excess of tuition and other costs. 4. There was a material failure to comply with the Act or this Division within 30 days before the school closed or, if the material failure began earlier than 30 days prior to closure, the period determined by the Bureau. 5. An inability after diligent efforts to prosecute, prove, and collect on a judgment against the institution for a violation of the Act. Admission Procedure To qualify as a student at International College of Cosmetology, all applicants must: Foreign Students Be at least seventeen (17) years of age. Have proof of completion of high school or its equivalent (GED) or an associate degree. Driver s License or State of California photo ID card (or other proof of age, such as birth certificate, passport.) Social Security Card International College of Cosmetology also accepts Ability-To-Benefit students. Prospective students who do not have a high school diploma or GED, but have a 10 grade education or higher, may be allowed to enroll provided they pass the Wonderlic Ability-To-Benefit Basic Skills Test. This test is administered by an independent third party and sent to the manufacturer for scorning. It may take up two weeks for the school receives the results. Permanent Resident Card (if applicable) Pay the registration fee ($100.00) International College of Cosmetology does not offer visa services to prospective students from other countries or English language services. ICOC does not offer English as a Second Language instruction. ICOC offers course instruction in English, Spanish and Vietnamese. Notice Concerning Transferability of Credits and Credentials Earned at Our Institution The transferability of credits you earn at ICOC is at the complete discretion of an institution to which you may seek to transfer. Acceptance of the certificate you earn in an ICOC program is also at the complete discretion of the institution to which you may seek to transfer. If the credits 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 Page 6 of 37

7 meet your educational goals. This may include contacting an institution to which you may seek to transfer after attending ICOC to determine if your credits or certificate will transfer. Transfer of Credit, Challenge Examinations, Achievement Tests and Experiential Learning International College of Cosmetology does not award credit from challenge examinations, achievement tests, or based on experiential learning. ICOC will award credit only from other NACCAS accredited institutions based on proof of training with the presentation of a valid an official transcript. Transfer or Articulation Agreements This institution has not entered into any transfer or articulation agreements with any other college or university. Class Start Dates Manicure classes start every Tuesday. Cosmetology & Esthetic classes start the 1 st & 3 rd Tuesday of every month Instructor Training classes start every week School Calendar/Holidays The Institute is closed on Sunday and on the following holidays: New Year s Day, Chinese New Year s Day, Memorial Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day (following week), Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day (following Friday and Saturday as well), and one week for Christmas Day and New Year s. A special holiday may be declared for emergencies or special reasons. Holidays of all religious beliefs are respected and allowed. Student Services ICOC provides a variety of student services including, career placement, career advising, and academic advising. Additionally ICOC offers library, locker, and lounge facilities for student convenience. Facilities All courses are taught at 3701 International Blvd., Oakland CA, ICOC s spacious, modern; 5,400 square foot facility offers many benefits for our staff and students. Our school simulates salon conditions to help our students learn-by-doing with modern equipment and a variety of supplies that help enhance the students product knowledge. There is a lounge that can be used for eating or resting. Lockers at ICOC are available on a first-comebasis to keep students personal articles. Library ICOC provides a library for student use. Resources are available for use that includes DVDs, television, current publications and computers with internet capability. Resources are accessible in the library on campus during hours of operation, Tuesday through Friday, 10:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. All materials are to remain on campus during use and may not be removed from the campus. Placement ICOC does not guarantee placement to any student. However, limited job placement assistance is provided to graduates at no additional charge. Upon graduation, the student s name is recorded in a placement register for the follow-up process. Results from the California State Barbering and Cosmetology Bureau license examination are recorded as passed or failed. Students that failed the exam are encouraged to return to ICOC for assistance and guidance for subsequent attempt to retake the exam.placement assistance is providing by reviewing the listings of salons seeking employees, their job requirements, salary, and other pertinent information. Students are referred to Page 7 of 37

8 interviews, and the results of these interviews are recorded in the placement register. The school may show prospective students this register upon request. Career Advising The school advises students individually as often as necessary. Advising takes place while monitoring student progress as scheduled for the period of enrollment. Salon owners and stylists are invited to the school regularly to give demonstrations and discuss career goals with the students. This activity supplements daily advising carried out by the instructors. Housing International College of Cosmetology does not assume responsibility for student housing, does not have dormitory facilities under its control, nor does it offer student housing assistance. According to rentals.com for Oakland, CA, rental properties start at approximately $800 per month. Grievance Procedure Policy Complaint Procedure In the event a student has a grievance, that cannot be resolved to his/her satisfaction with the student s immediate instructor; the student is to make his/her grievance known to the financial aid officer Mr. Phuong Nguyen or in his absence to Mr. Tommy Luong, General Manager, at 3701 International Blvd., Oakland, CA 94601, (510) It is strongly recommended that all grievances be presented in writing. ICOC will also accept oral grievances. The school will provide a corresponding oral or written response to all grievances within 10 business days. For further action please contact: Bureau for Private Post Secondary Education NACCAS 2535 Capitol Oaks Drive, Suite Ford Avenue, Suite 1300 Sacramento, CA Arlington, VA (888) (703) Disclosure and Retention of Student Records Student records, which include grades, attendance, prior education and training, personal achievements, etc. are kept for a period of not less than five (5) years on the school premises. Academic transcripts are maintained permanently. Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974, as amended International College of Cosmetology complies with the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), which provides students certain rights related to their educational records. The following is a description of those rights: The right to inspect and review the student s educational records within 45 days of the day the School receives a written request for access. Students should submit to the School President written requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect. The School official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected. If the records are not maintained by the School official to whom the request was submitted, that official shall advise the student of the correct official to whom the request should be addressed. The right to request the amendment of the student s educational records that the student believes are inaccurate or misleading. Student may ask the School to amend a record that they believe is inaccurate or misleading. They should write the School official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record they want changed, and specify why it is inaccurate or misleading. If the School decides not to amend the record as requested by the student, the School will notify the student of the decision and advise the student of his or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment. Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will be provided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing. Page 8 of 37

9 The right to consent to disclosures of personally identifiable information contained in the student s education records, except to the extent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. One exception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosure to School officials with legitimate educational interests. A School official is a person employed by the School in an administrative, supervisory, academic and research, or support staff position (including law enforcement unit personnel and health staff). A person or company with whom the School has contracted (such as an attorney, auditor, or collection agent); a person serving on the Board of Trustees; a student serving on an official committee, such as a disciplinary or grievance committee, or assisting another School official in performing his or her tasks. A School official has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs to review an educational record in order to fulfill his or her professional responsibility. Upon request, the School discloses educational records without consent to officials of another School in which a student seeks or intends to enroll. Directory information is information that may be unconditionally released to third parties by the school without the consent of the student unless the student specifically requests that the information not be released. The school asks students to present such requests in writing within 10 days of the date of enrollment. Directory information includes the student s name, address(s), telephone number(s), birth date and place, program undertaken, dates of attendance and certificate or diploma awarded. The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education concerning alleged failures by the School to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name and address of the Office that administers FERPA is Family Policy Compliance Office, Department of Education, 600 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, DC Handicapped(Wheelchair)Access ICOC accepts students with minor handicaps, but cannot accept students with major handicaps due to the nature of the profession. Our school complies with all state and local requirements regarding facilities and access for the handicapped. Health and Physical Considerations Generally, the professional in the beauty field must be in good physical health since he/she will be working in direct contact with patrons. In most aspects of the beauty field there is a great deal of standing, walking, pushing, bending and stretching for extended periods of time. A person must consider his/her physical limitations before making a career choice that involves extensive physical demands. We promote the acceptance of students with physical limitations or disabilities if these students (their parents or physician) believe they can fulfill the training demands. History and Ownership ICOC has been a California Corporation for over 15 years and at its current location since The current owner is Mr. Jimmy Luong who has been an instructor for over 19 years and has also owned and operated a salon and beauty supplies store in the Bay Area. Orientation Class Orientation classes are held on Saturdays for those students starting on Tuesday. Before the first day of class, the student will have physically visited and reviewed the school facilities and have signed an enrollment contract for the course of study with the institution. Scholarships Our institute does offer institutional scholarship program periodically. Statement of Non-Discrimination ICOC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, financial status, age, area of origin or residence in its admissions, staffing, instruction, and/or graduation policies. Page 9 of 37

10 Chemical Dependency Rehabilitation Under the 1986 Reauthorization of the Higher Education Act, school is required to have a program or plan of drug prevention in effect as of July 1, This program must be available to students as well as to staff members. A school may approach one or more organizations that assist the general public (hospitals, for example) with drug problems. That organization may give them the name of an official that can be contacted; the school would then be considered to be in compliance with the drug prevention requirement. In some cases many agencies are supported by the state and the cost to the user may be limited or nonexistent. At this school we are suggesting the use of the following companies for compliance with this new law: HorizonServicesInc.,3485TelegraphAve, Oakland, CA 94609; Constitution Day and Voter Registration On September 17,1787, the delegates to the Constitutional Convention met for the last time to sign the document they had created. We encourage all Americans to observe this important day in our nation's history. Celebrate Constitution Day through activities, learning and demonstrations of our love for the United States of America and the blessings of freedom our Founding Fathers secured for us. If you are a United State citizen, you have the right to vote and express your opinion to our nation's leaders about our country. The National Mail Voter Registration Form can be used to register to vote, to update your registration information due to a change of name, to make a change of address or to register with a political party. A copy can be requested from Student Services or it can be downloaded on the Internet at In states where this condition applies, schools must request voter registration forms from the state 120 days prior to the state s deadline for registering to vote. This provision applies to general and special elections for federal office, and to the elections of governors and other chief executives within a state. If a school does not receive the forms within 60 days prior to the deadline for registering to vote in the state, it is not liable for failing to meet the requirement during that election year. Attendance, Tardy, and Make-Up Policies Attendance must be maintained at an average of 67 percent of the scheduled attendance and the student is expected to complete the course of study within 1.5 times of the period of time stated in the enrollment agreement. An absence may be excused by calling in the same day prior to the beginning of class. Students are required to makeup for the lessons, and exams missed due to absences. However, the made-up work by the student will not provide credit for hours or operations if not physically performed within the school premises. If the student is absent 14 consecutive days including weekends, not including holidays that may fall during the 14 days, the school will withdraw her/him. The instructor in charge or administrative staff will review excessive tardiness or absences with the student to determine possible corrective action to the issue on hand. Student hours and operations once properly earned by the student will not be taken away from the student records based on disciplinary actions by the school. Clock-in time is rounded to the nearest ¼ hour. Once theory classes have begun (by five minutes) students will not be allowed to enter the classroom. Attendance Status Full-time students are required to be enrolled to attend a minimum of 32 clock hours per week. Half-time enrollment requires a minimum of 16 clock hours per week. Part-time enrollment is defined as more than 12 but less than 24 clock hours per week. A less than 12 clock hour per week is defined as less than half-time enrollment status. Students at ICOC record their attendance by entering their names and time to clock IN at the start of the day, OUT for a lunch period, IN when returning to class and OUT at the end of the class day. Students will be allowed up to five (5) minutes to sign-in and receive credit for the full quarter (1/4) hour. Students receive credit for operations completed after each operation or project verified by an instructor. The daily hours and operations earned are recorded in a weekly record card. The student and the instructor must initial the weekly record card daily. At the end of the week, a new weekly record card is prepared from the last week s record card. Record cards must remain in the school at all times. Page 10 of 37

11 Leave of Absence Students may be granted one leave of absence (LOA) per 12-month period for certain specific and acceptable reasons. All LOAs must be in writing and addressed. The request, if applicable, must be accompanied by written documentation from the appropriate person and or agency. If a student fails to return on the scheduled return date, he/she shall be terminated from the training program. One subsequent leave of absence may be granted if the leave of absence does not exceed 30 days and the school determines that it is necessary due to unforeseen circumstances. Subsequent leaves of absence may be granted for jury duty, military reasons, or circumstances covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act of The school must document the reason for each subsequent leave of absence. Effects of Leave of Absence on Satisfactory Academic Progress Students who are contemplating a leave of absence should be cautioned that one or more of the following factors may affect their eligibility to graduate within the maximum program completion time: Students returning from a leave of absence are not guaranteed that the module required to maintain the normal progression in their training program will be available at the time of their return from leave of absence. They may have to wait for the appropriate module to be offered which may extend their leave of absence. They may be required to repeat the entire module from which they elected to withdraw prior to receiving a final grade. Financial aid may be affected. Class & Practice Hours- Credit Procedure College officials will grant appropriate credit for prior training or experience upon review and verification of its validity under the Cosmetology Act and the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Rules and Regulations. Occasionally, a student s acceptance by the College will depend entirely on the credit evaluation conducted by the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. Before enrolling in ICOC, it is the student s responsibility to obtain the state s evaluation. Freshmen Class: The freshman curriculum for each of the courses requires a specific number of hours of classroom lectures, demonstrations and student practice. The freshman class teaches and introduces the basics of those areas that the student will need to know to pass the California State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology examination. From this initial introduction, the student will learn all the fundamental basics for his/her future and career. The hours spent in the freshman class are 200 for the cosmetologist course and 50 for the manicurist course. ICOC considers the freshman classes to be the foundation for the student s learning process. Grading System Students are evaluated on a regular basis on theory, practical and clinical work. The evaluations are measured on a standard percentile basis and the percentage converted to a letter grade. Evaluation forms are issued to the students at 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%, 125% and 150% of the scheduled completion of the course. In accordance to the maximum period allowed, evaluations at 125% and 150%, will apply in those cases when the student does not complete the program by the expected 100% point. The evaluation form reflects the overall attendance and academic progress of the student. Students must maintain a C (70%) average to maintain satisfactory academic status. The grading system detailed below is the system utilized in the school. Theory grading Practical grading 90% -100% A Excellent 10 Points 100% A+ Exceptional 80% - 89% B Above average 9 Points 90% A Excellent 70%- 79% C Average 8 Points 80% B Good 69% - or Below D Unsatisfactory 7 Points 70% C Average Below 7 Points 60% D Unsatisfactory Page 11 of 37

12 Graduation Certificate When a student has completed the required clock hours, theory hours and practical operations for his/her course of study with a GPA (Grade Point Average) of C (70%) or better, he/she will receive a Diploma certifying his/her graduation from the appropriate course of study. The school assists the students in completing the necessary documents to file for the appropriate California State Barbering Cosmetology Examination. Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) This institution expects all of its regular students to maintain Satisfactory Academic Progress (SAP) as established by this institution under the guidelines of the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences.The student must: 1. Maintain a cumulative academic average of C (70%) or better at the end of each of the evaluation period. 2. Maintain a cumulative average attendance level of at least two-thirds (2/3) of the scheduled hours indicated on their enrollment contract at the end of each of the evaluation period. 3. Complete the course within a maximum time frame of one and one-half (1 ½) times the length of the course as stated in the enrollment agreement. For example, if the student has contracted to complete the course within 44 weeks (including grace time for absences), he or she must complete within 66 weeks. 4. Students meeting the minimum requirements for attendance and academic progress at any evaluation point will be considered to be making satisfactory progress until the next evaluation. EVALUATION PERIODS: Student receiving aid from Title IV Aid Programs must be in compliance with the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy at the end of each payment period or term of the course. If at the end of a payment period the student fails to maintain a passing grade point average or fails to successfully complete the clock hours, semester/trimester or quarter credit hours percentage required to maintain a progress level that would allow the student to complete the course within the maximum time frame in the course, as published, the student would be placed in a financial aid warning SAP status. The student will be eligible for financial aid funds for one subsequent payment period. If at the end of a payment period following the period under financial aid warning status, the student fails to make the grade or fails to successfully complete the cumulative number of hours (clock, semester/trimester or quarter) percentage that would allow the student to complete the course of study within the maximum time frame as published, the student will be placed in an ineligible status for financial aid funds. At this point the student will be informed by the institution of his/her ineligibility for future financial aid funds. The student will also be informed of the steps to take to initiate an appeal process. The following table represents the percentage of scheduled course completion, the number of hours scheduled or offered by the institution and the minimum number of hours required. Percentage of course: Cosmetology Manicure Instructor Training & Esthetics Scheduled Minimum Scheduled Minimum Scheduled Minimum At 25% At 50% At 75% At 100% At 125% At 150% All scheduled review dates will be set in accordance to the enrollment dates stated on the enrollment contract. In addition to the required number of hours, students must also have to maintain a C (70%) or better grade average. Page 12 of 37

13 Warning/Probation Period Students who fail to meet SAP standards (due to either lack of attendance and/or low grades) during a given evaluation period will be placed on a warning status until the following evaluation period. Students will be considered to be making SAP progress and remain eligible to receive aid during the warning period. Students who fail to meet SAP by the conclusion of the warning period will be deemed not to be making satisfactory progress (probation) and will lose any remaining eligibility for student financial aid. Students at this time may be terminated from the course of study. If the student is allowed to continue in school, aid eligibility will be reinstated only after the student has re-established SAP in accordance with the attendance and grading standards indicated in items 1, 2, 3 & 4 of this policy. Reinstatement of aid is limited to the period under evaluation. Prior periods in which the student was determined ineligible for aid will not be included in the student s reinstatement of eligibility. Students making SAP by the conclusion of the probation period will be removed from the probation status and will regain eligibility for Title IV aid. a. Appeal Procedure: The student who wishes to appeal the non-satisfactory progress status (probation) must submit a written request to the President of the institution. The request is to be presented within (15) days of the non-satisfactory progress status determination and must describe any circumstances that the student believes deserve special consideration. The President shall evaluate the appeal within five (5) business days and notify the student in writing of his decision. The institution will determine that satisfactory academic progress standards can be met by the end of the subsequent evaluation period. Should the student s appeal be denied, he or she may appear before a school committee formed by representatives from the administration and faculty to present his or her case. The committee shall be named from three (3) current staff members and provide written notice to the student of its decision within three (3) business days. The decision of the committee shall be final. b. Reinstatement: A student that prevails in the appeal process will be determined as making satisfactory progress. Financial aid eligibility for funds will be reinstated to the student. c. Re-Entering: Students accepted for re-entering the program of study will be placed under the same satisfactory progress status prevailing at the time of the prior withdrawal. Course Incompleteness Course incompleteness, repetitions and non-credit remedial course are not applicable to this institution s courses of instruction. Courses of Study All courses offered by ICOC are taught in English, Spanish and Vietnamese as follows: Theory classes are conducted separately in each language. Freshman classes are conducted in a combined classroom. Demonstrations from the beauty field representatives are mostly provided in English with limited translation into the Spanish and Vietnamese. Classes in the clinic floor are conducted combining three languages. The institution does not provide English as a second language courses. ICOC utilizes Milady s Standard Textbook of Cosmetology as its main reference and instructional guide. Gainful Employment Disclosure: Course: Cosmetology (1,600 Clock Hours) Course Description: (CIP # , SOC # ) The course of study for students enrolled in a cosmetology course shall consist of sixteen hundred (1600) clock hours which include a minimum of 335 clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices constituting the art of cosmetology. The minimum combined total clock hours of 1,600 include the technical instruction phase and opportunity for the student to acquire the necessary skills through practical applications developed under the supervision of the school s instructors. Page 13 of 37

14 COSMETOLOGY Technical Subjects Cosmetology Esthetician Manicure Instructor Training Cosmetologist Course Educational Goals The cosmetology course of study is designed to prepare students for the state licensing examination and for profitable employment as a cosmetologist. The knowledge and skills will prepare licensed students for work as a hairdresser, salon manager, hair-colorist, salon owner, product demonstrator, and styling publicist. Cosmetologist Course Performance Objectives The licensed cosmetologist will be prepared to seek profitable employment as a hairdresser, salon manager, haircolorist, salon owner, product demonstrator, or platform artist. She/He will be versed in all areas of Cosmetology. Cosmetologist Course Graduation Requirements When a student has completed the required theory hours and practical operations in Cosmetology with a GPA (Grade Point Average) of C (70%) or better, he/she is awarded a diploma certifying his/her graduation. Students are assisted in completing the necessary documents to file for the appropriate Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination. Cosmetologist Course Licensing Requirements A Cosmetology license will be granted by the State of California only after the student has successfully completed and graduated from the Cosmetology course as described above and passed the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination with an overall average of 75%. Technical instruction means instruction by demonstration, lecture, participation, or examination. Practical Operation means the actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a mannequin. Such technical instruction and practical operations shall include: Minimum Theory Hours of Instruction 20 Minimum Practical Operations 1. The Barbering and Cosmetology Act and the Board s Rules and Regulations 2. Health and Safety Considerations (shall include the 45 chemical composition and the purpose of cosmetic, nail, hair, and skin care preparations. Elementary chemical makeup, chemical skin peels and physical, and chemical changes of matter. Hazardous substances including training in chemicals and health in establishments, protection from hazardous chemicals and prevention of chemical injuries, ergonomics, theory of electricity in cosmetology, bacteriology, communicable diseases, HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis B and staph and Material Safety Data Sheets.) 3. Bacteriology, anatomy, physiology (shall include Human 15 Anatomy, Human Physiology) 4. Cosmetology Chemistry and Electricity (shall include the 25 nature of electrical current, principles of operating electrical devices, and the various safety precautions used when operating electrical equipment.) 5. Disinfection and sanitation (shall include procedures to protect the health and safety of the consumer as well as the technician. Proper disinfection procedures for equipment used in establishments. Disinfection should be emphasized throughout the entire training period and must be performed before use of all instruments and equipment.) 6. Hair Cutting (shall include the following techniques and procedures: Use of scissors, razor (shaper), electrical clippers/trimmers and thinning(tapering) shears for wet and dry cutting. 7. Hair Styling (shall include hair analysis, shampooing, finger Page 14 of 37

15 waving, pin curl comb-out.) 8. Permanent Waving (shall include hair analysis, acid and alkaline permanent waving chemical straightening including the use of sodium hydroxide and other base solutions.) 9. Hair coloring and Bleaching (shall include the following techniques and procedures, also including the use of semipermanent, demi-permanent and temporary colors: Hair analysis, predisposition and strand tests, safety precautions, formula mixing, tinting, bleaching, high and low lights and the use of dye removers.) 10. Manual, electrical, and chemical facials: Manual facials shall include cleansing, scientific manipulations, packs, and masks. Electrical facials shall include the use of all electrical modalities, including dermal lights and electrical apparatus, for facials and skin care purposes; however, machines capable of producing and electrical current shall not be used to stimulate so as to contract, or for the purpose of contracting, the muscles of the body or face. Chemical Facials include chemical skin peels, packs, masks and scrubs. Training shall emphasize that only the non-living, uppermost layers of facial skin known as the epidermis may be removed, and only for the purpose of beautification. All practical operations must be performed in accordance with Section 992 regarding skin peeling. 11. Eyebrow Beautification and Make-up (shall include the following issues: Eyebrow arching and hair removal including the use of wax, tweezers, electric or manual, and depilatories for the removal of superfluous hair.) The subject of Make-up shall include skin analysis, complete and corrective make-up, and the application of false eyelashes. 12. Manicuring and Pedicuring(shall include nail analysis and hand/foot and arm/ankle massage) 13. Artificial Nails and Nail Wraps (shall include acrylic: liquid and nails powder brush-on, artificial nail tips, nail wraps and repairs) The minimum combined total clock hours of 1600include the technical instruction phases and opportunity for the student to acquire the necessary skills through practical applications developed under the supervision of the school s instructors. Gainful Employment Disclosure: Course: Esthetician (600 Clock Hours) Course Description: (CIP# SOC# ) The course of study for students enrolled in an Esthetician course shall consist of six hundred (600) clock hours which include a minimum of 190 clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices constituting the art of Esthetician. The minimum combined total clock hours of 600 include the technical instruction phase and opportunity for the student to acquire the necessary skills through practical applications developed under the supervision of the school s instructors. Esthetician Course Educational Goals The Esthetician course of study is designed to prepare students for the state licensing examination and for profitable employment as an esthetician specialist, product demonstrator or esthetician. Page 15 of 37

16 Esthetician Course Performance Objectives The licensed Esthetician will be prepared to seek profitable employment as a skin care specialist, skin care salon manager, salon owner, or product demonstrator. She/He will be versed in all areas of the skin care profession. Esthetician Course Graduation Requirements When a student has completed the required theory hours and practical operations for an Esthetician, with a GPA (Grade Point Average) of C (70%) or better, he/she is awarded a diploma certifying his/her graduation. Students are assisted in completing the necessary documents to file for the appropriate Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination. Esthetician Course Licensing Requirements An Esthetician license will be granted by the State of California only after the student has successfully completed and graduated from the Esthetician course as described above and passed the Cosmetician Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination with an overall average of 75%. Technical instruction means instruction by demonstration, lecture, participation, or examination: Practical Operation means the actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a mannequin. Such technical instruction and practical operations shall include: ESTHETICIAN Technical Subjects 1. The Barbering and Cosmetology Act and the Board s Rules and regulations Health and Safety Considerations (shall include, but is not limited to, the following techniques and procedures: Training in chemicals and heath in establishments, material safety data sheets, protection from hazardous chemicals and prevention of chemical injuries, health and safety laws and agencies, ergonomics, and communicable diseases, including HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B.) Chemical composition and purpose of cosmetic and skin care preparation. Elements of chemical makeup, chemical skin peels, physical and chemical changes of matter. Electrical current, principles of operating electrical devices, and the various safety precautions used when operating electrical equipment.) 3. Bacteriology, anatomy, physiology, skin analysis and conditions (shall include, but is not limited to, the following issues: Human Anatomy, Human Physiology, Bacteriology, skin analysis and conditions. 4. Disinfection and sanitation (shall include, but is not limited to, the following techniques and procedures: Procedures to protect the health and safety of the consumer as well as the technician. Proper disinfection procedures. Disinfection shall be emphasized throughout the entire training period and must be performed before use of all instruments and equipment.) 5. Facials (Manual, Electrical, Chemicals) (shall include, but is not limited to, the following techniques and procedures: Manual Facial including cleansing, scientific manipulations, packs, and masks. Electrical Facials include the use of electrical modalities, dermal lights and electrical apparatus, for facials and skin care purposes: however, machines capable of producing an electrical current shall not be used Minimum Theory Hours of Instruction Minimum Practical Operations Page 16 of 37

17 to stimulate so as to contact, or for the purpose of contacting, the muscles of the body or face. Chemical Facials include chemical skin peels, packs, masks and scrubs. Training shall emphasize that only the non-living, uppermost layers of facial skin, known as the epidermis, may be performed in accordance with Section 992 regarding skin peeling.) 6. Eyebrow Beautification(shall include, but is not limited to, the following issues: Eyebrow and hair removal techniques, hair analysis, wax, tweezing, manual or electrical depilatories.) 7. Make-up (shall include skin analysis, complete and corrective make-up, and the application of false eyelashes.) The minimum combined total clock hours of 600 include the technical instruction phases and opportunity for the student to acquire the necessary skills through practical methods developed under the supervision of the school s instructors. Gainful Employment Disclosure: Course: Manicurist (400 Clock Hours) Course Description:(CIP# , SOC # ) The course of study for students enrolled in a manicurist course shall consist of four hundred (400) clock hours which include a minimum of 110 clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices constituting the art of manicurist and pedicurist. The minimum combined total clock hours of 400 include the technical instruction phase and opportunity for the student to acquire the necessary skills through practical applications developed under the supervision of the school s instructors. Manicurist Course Educational Goals The Manicurist course of study is designed to prepare students for the state licensing examination and for profitable employment as a manicurist specialist, product demonstrator or nail artist. Manicurist Course Performance Objectives 1. Acquire knowledge of laws and rules created by the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. 2. Understand sterilization procedures. 3. Acquire knowledge of theory relative to manicuring chemistry, and theory relative to practical procedures performed. 4. Acquire business management techniques common to manicurist. Manicurist Course Graduation Requirements When a student has completed the required theory hours and practical operations for a Esthetician, with a GPA (Grade Point Average) of C (70%) or better, he/she is awarded a diploma certifying his/her graduation. Students are assisted in completing the necessary documents to file for the appropriate Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination. Manicurist Course Licensing Requirements A Manicurist license will be granted by the State of California only after the student has successfully completed and graduated from the Manicurist course as described above and passed the State Board Exam with an overall average of 75%. Technical instruction means instruction by demonstration, lecture, participation, or examination: Practical Operation means the actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a practice finger. Such technical instruction and practical operations shall include: Page 17 of 37

18 MANICURIST Technical Subjects Cosmetology Esthetician Manicure Instructor Training Minimum Theory Hours of Instruction The Barbering and Cosmetology Act and the Board s Rules and Regulations. 2. Cosmetology Chemistry related to manicurist practices Health and Safety/Hazardous Substances (shall include 15 training in chemicals and health in establishments, material safety data sheets, protection from hazardous chemicals and preventing chemical injuries, health and safety laws and agencies, ergonomics, and communicable diseases, including HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis B) 4. Disinfection and sanitation (shall include procedures to protect the health and safety of the consumer as well as the technician. The ten required minimum operations shall entail performing all necessary functions for disinfecting instruments and equipment as specified in Section 979 and 980. Disinfection should be emphasized throughoutthe entire training period and must be performed before use of all instruments and equipment.) Minimum Practical Operations Bacteriology, anatomy and physiology Water and oil manicures, including hand and arm massage Complete Pedicure, including foot and ankle massage Application of Artificial Nails Nail Wraps repairs Nail Tips Liquid and powder brush-on 5 40 Nails Nails Nails The minimum combined total clock hours of 400, include the technical instruction phase and opportunity for the student to acquire the necessary skills through practical applications developed under the supervision of the school s instructors. Gainful Employment Disclosure: Course: Instructor Training (600 Clock Hours) Course Description: (CIP# SOC ) The course of study for students enrolled in a teacher trainee course shall consist of six hundred (600) clock hours which include a minimum of 390 clock hours of technical instruction (lecture, demonstrations, classroom participation and/or examination) and the following minimum specified practical operations: The minimum combined total clock hours of 600, include the technical instruction phase and opportunity for the student to acquire the necessary skills through practical applications developed under the supervision of the school s instructors. Instructor Training Course Educational Goals The Teacher Trainee course is designed to prepare licensed students for the state instructor s licensing examination and for profitable employment as a cosmetology instructor. Technical instruction means instruction by demonstration, lecture, classroom participation, or examination. Practical operation means the actual performance by the teacher trainee of teaching techniques and principles. Instructor Training Course Performance Objectives To develop the ability to: - Teach related information, manipulative operations, and techniques. - Use various teaching aids, such as instruction sheets, visual aids and tests. - Achieve professional competency as a teacher. - Develop occupational experiences and personal characteristics that will upgrade the cosmetology profession by producing quality students. Page 18 of 37

19 - Develop lesson plans, outlines, procedures and tests that will upgrade the cosmetology profession by producing quality students. - Develop lesson plans, outlines, procedures and tests that will ensure student comprehension and instill the will to learn. - Develop a course content reflecting a comprehensive, correlated unit of study. - Develop instructional materials that will facilitate set-up and preparation of class. - Develop supplemental teaching aids that will give the student a variety of ideas from which to draw and maintain motivation. - Develop specific teaching techniques used by the vocational teacher in the working area and in the classroom. Instructor Training Course Graduation Requirements When a student has completed the required theory hours and practical operations in Teacher Trainee with a GPA (Grade Point Average) of C (70%) or better, he/she is awarded a diploma certifying his/her graduation. Students are assisted in completing the necessary documents to file for the appropriate Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination. Instructor Training Course Licensing Requirements An Instructor s license will be granted by the State of California only after the student has successfully completed and graduated from the Teacher Trainee course, has completed the 12th grade or an accredited senior high school course of study or has the equivalent education, holds a valid California Cosmetologist license, has provided a signed affidavit from his/her employer attesting to experience, and has passed the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Examination with an overall average of 75%. Technical instruction means instruction by demonstration, lecture, participation, or examination: Practical Operation means the actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a mannequin. Such technical instruction and practical operations shall include: TEACHER TRAINEE Technical Subjects 1. The Barbering and Cosmetology Act and the Board s Rules and Regulations. 2. Preparatory Instruction a. Instructional Techniques: Method of instruction; lecture; demonstration; performance; communication skills; instructional aids; and use of questions to promote learning. b. Organization techniques: 4-step teaching method; performance. c. Lesson planning: subject; title; outlines; development; and visual aids, etc. d. Techniques of evaluation: purpose of tests; types of tests; test administration; scoring; and grading, etc. 3. Conducting classroom and technical instruction and demonstrations for three (3) or more students on all practices of cosmetology, including the Cosmetology Act and Rules and Regulations (shall be conducted under supervision of a licensed instructor.) 4. Supervising and training of students while they are practicing the art of cosmetology on a live person or mannequin in a classroom or laboratory. Minimum Theory Hours of Instruction Minimum Practical Operations The total minimum 600 clock hours include the technical instruction phase, and opportunity for the student to acquire the necessary skills through practical methods developed under the supervision of the school s instructors. Page 19 of 37

20 Tuition and Fee Schedule COURSE TUITION REG.FEE KIT BOOKS STRF TOTAL* Cosmetology $10, $ $ $ $5.50 $10, Esthetician $3, $ $ $ $2.00 $4, Manicure $ $ $ $ $2.50 $1, Teacher Trainee $3, $ $ $ $10.00 $3, *Estimated charges for the period of attendance and the entire program. Extra Instruction Charge The school is authorized to charge an additional extra instructional charged fees for any training required beyond the end of the contract period.if a student reaches the expected graduation date stated on his/her contract and needs additional time to complete hours and /or operations, ICOC will extend a courtesy period of additional training limited to three weeks without assessing additional charges. Thereafter, overtime tuition charge will be assessed for the remaining number of hours, deducting all excused absences. This amount is calculated by dividing the current tuition cost by the (student s course) total hours, and multiplying this amount by the hours remaining to be completed by the student. The above rates would be calculated as follows: Cosmetology $6.00 Per hour of training beyond the enrollment agreement. Esthetician $6.00 Per hour of training beyond the enrollment agreement. Manicurist $2.00 Per hour of training beyond the enrollment agreement. Instructor Training Other Costs: $6.00 Per hour of training beyond the enrollment agreement. Schedule Change: if the student wishes to change his/her contract schedule, there will be a $50.00 changing fee. THIS INSTITUTION RESERVES THE RIGHT TO CHANGE THE TUITION AND FEES AND MAKE SUBJECT CHANGES WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICES WHEN NECESSARY. ANY CHANGE WILL NOT AFFECT CURRENTLY ENROLLED STUDENTS. Textbooks, Equipment and Supplies The Milady s Standard Textbook of Cosmetology and a mannequin will be issued on or about the seventh class day into the freshman class. All needed supplies and equipment during the freshman training will be available in the freshman classroom. At the end of the freshman training, each student will be issued a complete kit of equipment with a carrying case. The kit contains the equipment necessary for successful completion of the course. Students are expected to maintain the kit by replacing lost or broken articles. The college is not responsible for a student s equipment, either lost or stolen. Due to sanitary reasons, the equipment once issued and accepted by the student is no longer returnable to the school upon withdrawal from the course of enrollment. The equipment, therefore, becomes the property and responsibility of the student. Students can find valuable information on pricing, previous editions and alternate formats by visiting and searching by ISBN#, author, title or keyword for materials in your areas of interest. English Textbook: ISBN: ISBN: ISBN: ISBN: Spanish Textbook: ISBN: ISBN: ISBN: ISBN: Vietnamese Textbook: ISBN Method of Payment Students are expected to contribute from their own family resources toward the student s cost of attendance. Payment plans are available from ICOC and/or private lenders. Federal student financial aid is available to those that qualify to cover educational expenses. Financial aid may be informs of grants. It is the policy of this institution to ask the student whenever possible to participate in the payment of their school charges by making monthly or weekly installments according to their means. All estimates of available funds from financial aid will be first used to Page 20 of 37