d. The cost of extra items to the student, such as Kit, Uniform, and Textbooks and registration & processing Fee of $100 will become non-refundable items and will not be considered in the refund computation. Kits and Textbooks become the property of the student. This section does not apply to students who cancel their enrollment within three business days of their enrollment
PERCENTAGE OF ENROLLMENT TIME AMOUNT OF TOTAL TUITION
TOTAL TIME OF COURSE SCHOOL SHALL RETAIN
0.01% to
50.00%
and Over 100%Retained
"Enrollment Time" is defined as the time elapsed between the actual starting date and the date of the student's last day of physical attendance in the school. Any monies due the applicant or student shall be refunded within 30 days of formal cancellation by the student as defined in item b, or formal termination by the school, which shall occur no more than 30 days from the last day of physical attendance, or in the case of a leave of absence, the documented date of return.
d. The cost of extra items to the student, such as Kit, Uniform, and Textbooks and registration & processing Fee of $100 will become non-refundable items and will not be considered in the refund computation. Kits and Textbooks become the property of the student. This section does not apply to students who cancel their enrollment within three business days of their enrollment.
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TUITION AND FEES...
REFUND POLICY CONTINUED
e. In case of illness or disabling accident, death in the immediate family, or other circumstances beyond the control of the student, the school shall make a settlement which is reasonable and fair.
f. Should the school permanently close and no longer offer instruction after a student has enrolled, the student shall be entitled to and will receive a pro-rata refund of tuition.
g. Should a course be cancelled subsequent to a student's enrollment, the school will refund all unused monies paid.
FINANCIAL AID...
FEDERAL PELL GRANTS
The Pell program is a federally administered program available to eligible students. Students may receive up to $4310.00 per academic year of 900 hours, or up to $5986.00 for the 1250 hour program. Applications are available from the school office. Eligibility is determined by the federal government. In addition to financial need, a student must make satisfactory academic and attendance progress. The school's director can help you determine your eligibility for this grant.
OTHER FINANCIAL AID
Various agencies offer needy students aid toward their education, and criteria for this aid can be obtained from the school office.
SATISFACTORY PROGRESS
In order to remain eligible for federal aid, all students must maintain satisfactory academic and attendance progress. The school's satisfactory progress policy is published and delivered to all students.
FFEL STAFFORD LOAN
Stafford loans are available through the Federal Family Education Loan Program. This program is administered by agencies designated by the U.S. Department of Education, and participating lending institutions. Students enrolled on at least a half-time basis and making satisfactory progress, may apply for this program. The yearly limit is: $7500.00. The current interest rate is variable. Repayment begins six months after graduation or when the student ceases half-time enrollment.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES FOR FINANCIAL AID
All applicants for financial aid must file the Free Application for Federal Student Aid. These applications are available from the office. As long as there is continuing evidence of satisfactory progress, as well as financial need, the Academy will make every effort to assist the student in obtaining financial aid.
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FINANCIAL AID...
STUDENT RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following are the rights and responsibilities of students receiving federal funds.
YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO
ASKTHE SCHOOL:
The names of its accrediting and licensing organizations.
About its program, faculty, and physical and instructional facility.
Cost of attendance and refund policy. What financial assistance is available. How it determines your financial need. Eg:
cost of tuition, materials, and fees.
How and when you will be paid.
To explain each type of aid in your package. The interest rate and payment schedule on
any loans you have.
How the school determines satisfactory progress.
About deadlines and procedures for submitting applications.
For an explanation of how your aid is applied. For a receipt of all tuition or other money paid the school.
Refund priority of Title IV funds.
IT IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO:
Review and consider all information about a school program before you enroll.
Pay special attention to your application for student aid and complete it accurately.
Notify the school of any changes since you applied.
Provide all additional documentation, verifications, new information, or changes which affect your financial need when requested by the school office.
Read, understand, and keep copies of all forms you sign.
Comply with the provisions of any promissory note and other agreements you sign.
Repay any student loans you have.
Notify the school of of any change of address. Attend an exit interview if you have a Student Loan.
Understand the school's refund policy.
RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS
Students who withdraw before the program completion and receive financial aid in the form of Federal Student loans and/or Pell funding are subject to the return of Title IV funds. The amount of the federal refund is determined using the number of completed clock hours verses the number of hours scheduled for completion. Funds will be returned based on the refund Distribution Policy of the Federal Government.
STUDENTS PURSUING A NEW JERSEY LICENSE
Students may upon completion of the Cosmetology program take the Pennsylvania State boards. After successful completion of the Pennsylvania boards the student may take and need to pass a short shaving exam in order to become licensed in New Jersey. Another option for potential NJ Students is to take the 1250 hours certified by the Levittown Beauty Academy, to a school in NJ and have the hours from our Pennsylvania school qualified by a New Jersey Licensed school so you may sit for the New Jersey exam.
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COURSES AND PROGRAM PROCEDURES...
GOALS..
All courses are designed so that each student receives an effective education in both theory and practical experience and attains knowledge in all phases of her or his chosen course. Each student will be prepared to successfully pass the Pa. State Board Examination, and market her or his professional and technical skills in the cosmetology field. The Levittown Beauty Academy instills in each student a progressive educational approach to the Cosmetology Arts and Sciences, so he or she can grow in the industry.
COURSES:
COSMETOLOGIST
DESCRIPTION and OBJECTIVES..
The cosmetologist course is a 1250 clock hour program to train students in both theory and practical experience to obtain immediate employment in the field of Cosmetology. The course is structured to give each student a well rounded and marketable education, directed to a technical, professional, and ethical approach to the profession.
LICENSE: Cosmetologist
CONTENT
THEORY, all related subjects 220 HOURS
SHAMPOOING 20 HOURS
SCALP AND HAIR TREATMENTS 40 HOURS
FACIALS AND MAKE-UP 50 HOURS
HAIR CUTTING AND SHAPING 215 HOURS
PERMANENT WAVING, CHEMICAL RELAXING 200 HOURS
HAIR COLORING 150 HOURS
HAIRSTYLING 200 HOURS
MANICURING 90 HOURS
SALON MANAGEMENT AND EMPLOYMENT 25 HOURS
STERILIZATION AND HYGIENE 40 HOURS
TOTAL HOURS 1250 HOURS
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COURSES AND PROGRAM PROCEDURES...
COURSES:
COSMETOLOGY TEACHER
DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES..
Prepare each student with the knowledge and ability to provide an effective instructional program to her or his students.
LICENSE: Cosmetology Teacher (see note 1)
CONTENT..
THEORY, all related subjects 210 HOURS
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT 90 HOURS
CLASSROOM PRESENTATIONS 90 HOURS
STUDENT PREPARATION for Pa. State Board Examination 100 HOURS
COUNSELING PROCEDURES 10 HOURS
TOTAL HOURS 500 HOURS
NAIL TECH
DESCRIPTION AND OBJECTIVES..
This course is designed to prepare students in the correct procedure for giving a complete basic and advanced manicure, including the handling of implements and all cosmetics and techniques applied in nail artistry.
LICENSE: Nail Tech
CONTENT..
THEORY, all related subjects 37 HOURS
PLAIN MANICURE PROCEDURE 67 HOURS
COSMETIC APPLICATION 8 HOURS
ADVANCED AND ARTIFICIAL NAIL TECHNIQUES 80 HOURS
STERILIZATION AND HYGIENE 8 HOURS TOTAL HOURS REQUIRED FOR TAKING PA. STATE BOARDS (see note 2)...200 HOURS
FORMAT..
The format for all courses includes:
Practical demonstrations
Practical, hands-on experience
Audio-Visual Materials
Practical and Theoretical Workbooks and Sheets School's outlined notes for each subject Written and practical tests and evaluations.
NOTE 1: Students who enroll in the Teacher program must first complete the 1250 hour Cosmetologist program.
NOTE 2: New Jersey now requires an additional 100 hours for a total of 300.
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COURSES AND PROGRAM PROCEDURES...
CLOCK HOUR POLICY..
The number of clock hours required for each course offered by the school and listed in this catalog is in full compliance with the actual clock hours required by the Licensing Laws in the State of Pennsylvania.
Students receive all actual clock hours they train while the school is in session, and these hours are applied to the total clock hours reported to the Pennsylvania Cosmetology Board.
The Academy does not deduct from or add to the total accrued for any reason.
The school does not assign additional hours for any reason, without exception.
GRADING SYSTEM..
Written examinations are given for each subject. Possible grades which can be achieved are: A-100-93% B-92%-85%
C-84%-77% D-76%-70%
F- Failing - below 70%
Practical and Clinic procedures are evaluated as follows:
Pass or Fail
REQUIRED LEVEL OF ACHIEVEMENT..
All students are required to achieve at least a 70% theory grade point average, and a S satisfactory grade evaluation in all practical and clinic procedures. All senior students are required to perform a minimum number of clinic services, to qualify for graduation.
ATTENDANCE. POLICY..
Students must come to class on time and attend 70% of the classes offered to maintain satisfactory progress. Situations beyond a student's control, such as accident or illness, will be addressed by the director to determine whether an absense is excusable.
Any student arriving past 9:15 will be considered tardy and must report to the director.
Unless situation is deemed an emergency, the student will not be permitted to enter class.
CLASS STARTS..
New classes begin the first Monday of each month.
SCHOOL HOLIDAYS..
The school is closed on the following holidays: New Years Day, Martin Luther King's Birthday, Good Friday, Easter Monday, Labor Day, July Fourth, Memorial Day, Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve (Night Program), Christmas Day, and December 26.
In the event classes must be cancelled because of weather or other any reason, an announcement will be made on the radio on WBCB 1490 FM and FoxTV WTFX and Channel 10 NBC. The recorded information message on our telephone will also give emergency information.
REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION..
Each student must complete the required number of hours for his particular course.
A student who has completed the required number of hours of study in his or her course and has maintained the academic standards set forth, by the Academy, and included in this catalog, and has satisfied all financial obligations to the school, will be awarded a graduation diploma in his or her individual program.
STATE EXAMINATION..
Each student who has completed his course of study and graduated is required to take the PA State Board Examination given by the PA State Board of Cosmetology. The State Test consists of a practical and a written portion. Applicants must take a mannequin to the test. All courses prepare students for this test. Teachers do mock State Board Testing throughout the programs. The Pa. State Board of Cosmetology will issue a cosmetology license to students who pass.
MAKE-UP POLICY..
Students are expected to graduate by the completion date on their contract. Students who need to make up hours may do so at an hourly rate.
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FACULTY AND STAFF... | ||
Ms. Nancy Devenuto | Owner | |
Ms. Cecilia A. Pine | License No. 009322 | Supervisor/Instructor |
Mr. Joseph D. Devenuto | License No. 017768 | Admin/Instructor |
Mr. Derry) K. Devenuto | License No. 016813 | Admin/Instructor |
Ms. Rosemarie Hall | License No. 012891 | Instructor |
Ms. Mary Lee Barrett | License No. 014705 | Instructor |
Ms. Melissa Ross-Keintz | License No. 018754 | Instructor |
Ms. Nicole Libertino | License No. 017976 | Instructor |
Ms. Patricia Powers | License No. 016977 | Instructor |
Ms. Kim Yampolsky | License No. 176161 | Instructor |
Ms. Judy Potter | License No. 019071 | Instructor |
Ms. Kim Orr | License No. 176388 | Instructor |
Ms. Diana Helms | License No. 176403 | Instructor |
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COURSES and PROCEDURES...
CREDIT FOR PREVIOUS AND TRANSFER TRAINING..
The Levittown Beauty Academy will give prior academic and tuition credit to students for all hours that they previously trained if all of the following conditions are met:
1. The previous training was in an accredited cosmetology school and the last date of attendance was not longer than 4 years from the date of application with LBA.
2. LBA is able to secure a transfer of these hours from the previous school.
PLACEMENT AND EMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE...
The Levittown Beauty Academy offers its graduates (regardless of date graduated) assistance in finding employment. The Academy maintains a list of employers who have asked the Academy for graduates, and refers students accordingly. However, the Academy cannot and does not guarantee employment or a specific wage.
COMPLAINT PROCEDURE...
Any student or interested person who has a good reason to believe the Academy has violated any Federal, State, local, health or safety rule or regulation, or has been in violation of NACCAS Standards and Criteria may file a formal complaint with the appropriate agency. The school office will provide the complaint forms, procedures and the addresses necessary for this procedure.
Cosmetology Program: | ||
Full Time Students | Program Length: 12 months | Maximum: 18 months |
Part Time Students | Program Length: 24 months | Maximum: 36 months |
Teacher's Program: | ||
Full Time Students | Program Length: 5 months | Maximum: 7.5 months |
Part Time Students | Program Length: 10 months | Maximum: 15 months |
Nail Artistry Program: | ||
Full Time Students | Program Length: 2 months | Maximum: 3 months |
Part Time Students | Program Length: 4 months | Maximum: 6 months |
DAY PROGRAM ALL LICENSES.. Monday through Friday: From: 9:00 am to 2:00 pm
EVENING PROGRAM ALL LICENSES..
Monday, Wednesday and Thursday
From: 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm
Saturday classes are from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and are available to all students.
CATALOG ATTACHMENT...
POLICY All students are required to conduct themselves in a manner which is in accordance with the school's rules and regulations. These rules and regulations are described in your enrollment agreement. Please read completely this section of the agreement before signing.
These rules and regulations have been developed to insure that the program offered by the Levittown Beauty Academy are instructive and rewarding for all.
POLICY Should the school determine that a student has demonstrated a pattern of conduct which is contrary to goals of the school in regard to the student body, this student's enrollment will be terminated.
POLICY Release of and access to student records
The school complies with all provisions of the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act of 1974.
School records regarding a student's hours, financial data, progress or achievement record, and any personal data will only be released or provided to a person or agency upon written authorization from the student, for every instance separately. Official auditors and reviewers will have access to records when necessary.
A student may review his records at any time he wishes under the guidance of the school's supervisor or designated school official or teacher.
MINIMUM STANDARD PROGRESS POLICY...
The following is the program length and maximum time frame of each course offered by the Levittown Beauty Academy. In order to make satisfactory progress, the maximum time frame is 150% of program length.
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The following Progess Policy has been developed to ensure that all students meet the minimum academic and attendance progress standards necessary to receive an effective, strong and marketable education:
ATTENDANCE PROGRESS POLICY...
Students are required to attend 70% of their scheduled classes. Students unable to adhere to this policy will be considered - "Not Making Minimum Standard Progress."
ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY...
All students are required to maintain a minimum academic and practical level of performance in all subjects, equivalent to a 70% grade average. Grade point average is based on the cumulative average of tests, and on the evaluations of practical work graded on a pass/fail basis relative to her or his clock hour level of training.
Each student will be counseled and receive a progress report at 25% (226 hrs.), 50% (451 hrs.), and 75% (901 hrs.) of his academic year, as well as at the completion of his program. A student who is enrolled in the Nail Artistry and Teachers programs will be counseled at the midpoint of his course and at graduation.
Students are required to sign in on time. All students are on a clock hour program. The school rounds actual attendance hours to no more than the nearest quarter hour.
Only students who meet the minimum requirements for attendance and academic progress shall be considered to be making satisfactory progress until the next scheduled evaluation.
MINIMUM STANDARD PROGRESS POLICY...
Counseling sessions are between the student and his teacher. Discussions will include each student's strengths, weaknesses and methods of improvement. Students will have the opportunity to supply input on their training and the overall program. All counseling sessions will include an evaluation of the student's academic and attendance progress. The student and the teacher who is conducting the session will both sign the counseling records. A student who meets the minimum standards as defined in the publication will be deemed to be making satisfactory progress until his next scheduled evaluation. A student not in compliance with the school's minimum standards will be on probation until the next evaluation.
A student not making satisfactory progress can request probation, if his progress is borderline, and/or he can show that he can and will meet minimum progress standards in the next period. Students who are granted a period of probation will be considered to be making satisfactory progress until the next evaluation point and be eligible for Title IV assistance. If the student is making satisfactory progress at the end of the probationary period the probation will be terminated.
A student of probation who does not meet the minimum standards of satisfactory progress by his next evaluation point will be withdrawn from school.
A student for whom the school has cancelled his enrollment for not making minimum satisfactory progress may reenter the program after 30 days if he can show intent and the ability to meet the academic and attendance progress standards as defined in the publication. Students choosing this option will be required to enter into a new contract with the school for the amount of hours required to graduate.
A student who is meeting the requirements of the Satisfactory Progress Policy may request a Leave of Absence for any reason he or she deems and important reason. Requests for a leave of absence must be in writing on a school form or any form they choose. If because of circumstance a written request cannot be obtained, a phone request will be allowed. In either case the student's folder will be noted. A leave of absence will be granted for a period of no longer than 180 days, and the period will begin with the student's last day of physical attendance. A student who does not return to class by the last date granted by the leave of absence will be considered withdrawn. Leaves of absence are granted by the school, however all federal regulations will be followed. The leave of absence will extend a contract and the maximum time frame by the same amount of days of the leave of absence.
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63% of salon owners classified their salon as a full service salon, 15% as a haircutting salon, 7% as a nail salon and 5% as a barbershop. • NATURE OF WORK.. Hair had been the center of attention since people first began to care about their appearance. The beautification of an individual's nails and skin also factor into this concept. COSMETOLOGISTS, also called hairstylists, shampoo, cut, style, color, wave, straighten and generally fashion hair to enhance a person's appearance. They also create special effects using one or more of the mentioned techniques. Cosmetologists also manicure and artificially create and sculpt a person's nails to beautify the appearance of the hands. They perform scalp and facial treatments as well as apply facial make-up and pg 14 provide make-up analysis. They may work in a salon, or become the owner of a salon. They are also in demand today in full service spas. They are qualified to work as a nail tech, or branch out into the field of make-up artistry. NAIL TECHS, perform all services required to shape, sculpt and beautify a person's nails, hands and feet. They may work on nails in a nail salon, full service salon, spa, or with a nail service or nail product company. COSMETOLOGY TEACHERS perform all of the techniques described above and also teach in a licensed beauty school. COMPLAINT PROCEDURE... Any student who would like to express or register a complaint or grievance regarding any aspect of the instructional program, may do so with the teacher in the area. All teachers who receive a complaint or grievance will bring the same to the attention of the school's owner or director. Teachers will make every effort to resolve the situation to the student's satisfaction, as will all staff members. Should a student wish to register a written complaint, they may do so with the following organizations or agencies. Levittown Beauty Academy, LLC Commonwealth of Pa. 8919 New Falls Road Department of State Levittown, Pa. 19054 Complaints office 215-943-0298 P.O. Box 2649 Harrisburg, PA 17105-2649 Toll free Complaints Hotline: 1-800-822-2113 National Accrediting Commission LICENSING, REGULATING AND ACCREDITING AGENCIES... The following is a list of agencies which license or in some way regulate the school: Pennsylvania State Board of Cosmetology The National Accrediting Commission of Pennsylvania Department of State Cosmetology Arts & Sciences Commissioner of Professional and Occupational Affairs 4401 Ford Ave. Suite 1300 P.O. Box 2649 Harrisburg, Pa. 17105-2649 Alexandria, Virginia 22302 717-783-7130 703-600-7600 United States Department of Education LEVITTOWN BEAUTY ACADEMY, LLC. pg 15
Of Cosmetology Arts & Sciences
4401 Ford Ave. Suite 1300 I Alexandria, VA 22303
703-600-7600
Federal Student Aid Information Center
P.O. Box 84
Washington, DC 20004
1-800-433-3243
License No. CS-001516
Catalog No. 60
October 1, 2007
While manicurist are currently only 10% of the current industry employees (up from 2.6% in 1999), some 16% of the anticipated vacancies are for professionals with those skills.
APPEAL PROCEDURE...
A student may appeal a negative satisfactory determination. The school's director or supervisor and the student's teacher will hear appeals. The student will be given every opportunity to show cause why he feels his negative progress determination should be reversed.
Students who were receiving Title IV assistance before being withdrawn from training, due to a
negative satisfactory progress determination, or have been granted a leave of absence will have this aid reinstated if (a.) they have prevailed upon appeal, (b.) have reentered after an approved leave of absence, (c.) have reentered training and have reestablished satisfactory progress.
Course incompletes, repetitions, and non-credit remedial courses do not apply to cosmetology education; therefore they have no effect on the school's minimum satisfactory standards.
The satisfactory academic and attendance policies adopted and/or developed by the school, and contained herein, are for the benefit of those pursuing a career in cosmetology and related professions. This policy effectively ensures each student is making measurable progress toward the completion of the course of study, and will be a marketable member of the profession.
GROWTH IN THE INDUSTRY SINCE 1999...
The total number of salon professionals is up 24% The total of salons is up by 5.6%
The number of chairs or workstations is up by 9%
The number of employees leaving their positions is down by 12% The number of hires is up 37% since 1999
The salon industry is a job-seeker market. Some 56% of the salon owners reporting that they had job openings, More than 572,000 open positions were filled in 2002 with both experienced salon professionals changing positions (73% of the new hires) and with inexperienced professionals with less than one-year experience (27% of new hires). The supply does not seem to be keeping up with demand. Approximately 3 out of every 4 salons who looked for new employees in 2002 reported difficulty in finding qualified personnel. There is currently a "zero unemployment factor" in the salon industry.
OTHER KEY FINDINGS...
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- 57% of salon employees work full time, 33% are part time (20-35 hours) and 10% are low time (less than 20 hours)
- The average salon income, including tips is about $30,000 to $50,000/per year.