Admissions
1.) Proof that the student is beyond the age of compulsory school attendance (17 or older)
2.) A certificate of graduation from a school providing secondary education or the equivalent of such certificate (GED).
3.) Copy of birth certificate or driver's license.
4.) Application for admission, signed and completed, along with registration and application fee of $165.00, typed essay, and sealed copies of high school/GED transcripts.
5.) Two letters of recommendation. (ie: teachers, previous employers)
6.) Signed notification to allow the school to order the student a tool kit.
7.) Transfer students must submit a copy of their hours from the previous school attended and proof of being in good standing with the previous school�s Satisfactory Progress Policy.
8.) The Academy of Cosmetology, Inc will conduct mandatory interviews with all prospective students.
***ALL PAPERWORK AND INTERVIEWS MUST BE COMPLETE AND DOCUMENTED IN THE STUDENT'S FILE BEFORE THEY WILL RECEIVE A LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE FROM THE ACADEMY.
Attendance
Focused effort and dedication are necessary to learn what is required to pass the State Board Exam as well as in-school exams. How much you learn will depend on how hard you work, your attitude and your use of time. Your attendance is most important, what you put into your education will be what you get in return.
The Academy of Cosmetology, Inc. is open Tuesday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Saturdays are mandatory attendance days. School begins at 9:00 a.m. every day. Every student is contracted to attend 34 hours per week however, there are 36 hours possible. Each student shall complete their 2000 hours of training within 14 months.
Class Starting Date
Our classes begin in January, March, August and October annually. A student may register at any point during the school calendar year however, applications are not accepted until the student file is complete and the student has been called for an interview. All students accepted into the Academy of Cosmetology, Inc. will be notified by mail.