NORTHERN CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF COSMETOLOGY, INC.

601 East 14^TH Street, San Leandro CA. 94577

Telephone No. (510) 635-4371

Fax No. (510) 635-4372

www.ncinstitutecosmetology.com

Calendar Year 2012

RevisedFebruary 2012

ACCREDITED BY :

NATIONAL ACCREDITING COMMISSION OF CAREER ARTS AND SCIENCES, INC. (NACCAS)

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WELCOME to Northern California Institute of Cosmetology,

You will be taking a giant step towards a very exciting career in the beauty industry, an industry that has continued to provide rewarding opportunities.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology, was founded in 2003 in San Leandro and from its small roots has maintained a successful history. Northern California Institute of Cosmetology is owned by Mr. Rodrigo Solis and Ms. Rosalinda Solis. As we continue to grow and advance, our school has been proud in delivering successful graduates every year new Cosmetologists, Estheticians and Manicurists. Many of our graduates have carved accomplished careers in the field of Cosmetology, Skincare and Nail care.

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STAFF & FACULTY

OWNER / DIRECTOR

Rodrigo Solis

OWNER/ASSOCIATE DIRECTOR/HEAD INSTRUCTOR

Rosalinda Solis

FINANCIAL AID DIRECTOR

Clarita Marquez

OFFICE MANAGER / ADMISSIONS

Mike Solis

CHIEF FISCAL OFFICER

Corinn Owens

ACCOUNTANT

Cora Tuason

INSTRUCTORS

Rosalinda Solis

Clarita Marquez

Shandle Shaw

Dazie Grego

Corinn Owens

SUBSTITUTES

Regina Hunter

Dorothea Harvey

Our Instructors possess current state licenses issued by the Board of Barbering and Cosmetology. In addition, all Instructors are adept to the latest trend, expos and shows giving them a well rounded experience in the industry.

Mission Statement

Our schools mission statement is to provide complete, quality education, training, and skills to all our graduates, in order to perform hair, skin, nail services and methods necessary to be successful in the profitable field of cosmetology, skincare and nail care.

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ACCREDITATION

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology, Inc. is accredited by:

NATIONAL ACCREDITING COMMISSION OF CAREER ARTS AND SCIENCES, INC. (NACCAS)

4401 Ford Ave., Suite 1300
Alexandria, Virginia, 22302
Telephone: (703) 600-7600
Fax: (703) 379-2200

APPROVALS

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology, Inc. has a valid approval to operate in the State of California are based on the provisions of the California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009. Under Section 94802 (a) of the Act, by operation of law, the approval is valid through June 30, 2012. The Act is administered by the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education, under the Department of Consumer Affairs. The Bureau can be reached at:

BUREAU FOR PRIVATE POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION
P.O. Box 980818
Sacramento, CA 95798-0818
Telephone: (916) 574-7720

www.bppe.ca.gov

email: bppe@dca.ca.gov.

UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION
400 Maryland Ave. SW

Washington, D.C., 20202

MEMBERSHIPS

• American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS)
• California Association Private Postsecondary Schools (CAPPS)

Documentation for Accreditation, Approvals or Memberships may be reviewed upon request. The Certificates and/or Licenses of these Accreditation, Approvals and Memberships are also displayed in the Administrative Office of the school.

APPROVAL DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

This institution has received approval to operate from the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education. An approval to operate means the Bureau has determined and certified that the institution meets the minimum standards for integrity, financial stability, and educational quality, including the offering of bona fide instruction by qualified faculty and the appropriate assessment of students achievements prior to, during, and at the end of its programs. Subject to earlier termination in accordance with the law.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology is not a home study or correspondence school.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology does not offer instruction in English as a Second Language.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology, located at 601 East 14^th Street, San Leandro CA, is situated on a main thoroughfare in San Leandro, California. Facilities consists of a reception area, a clinic floor with48 stations/chairs, 6 manicure tables, 5 shampoo bowls, 12 Dryers, 4 Facial Beds (3 are in the Facial Room, one spare for demonstration), Steamer, Towel Sterilizer, High Frequency, Dermalite, Magnifying Glass in the Facial Room. There classroom can sit 25 students, a restroom with hot and cold running water, a break room in the back and an administrative office.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology is approved to offer the following courses:

• Cosmetology
• Skin Care
• Nail Care

The Board of Barbering and Cosmetology of California requires students to complete:

1600 hours to qualify for Cosmetology licensure

600 hours to qualify for Skin Care / Esthetician licensure

400 hours to qualify for Nail Care / Manicurist licensure

All courses will be taught in English. California statute requires that a student who successfully completes a course of study be awarded an appropriate diploma or certificate confirming the fact. Prospective enrollees including interested phone inquirers are encouraged to visit the facilities to discuss personal, educational or career plans with a school official before enrolling or signing enrollment agreement. The enrollment agreement or contract is in English.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology presently participates in financial assistance programs designed to provide grants and aid to pay tuition and fees for qualified students. Available financial assistance programs are the Federal Pell Grant, Federal Direct Loans and PLUS Loans. Personal payment plans are also accepted, the installment terms will have a 6% interest rate.

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SCHEDULE OF CHARGES

STUDENT TUITION RECOVERY FUND

The Student Tuition Recovery Fund (STRF) was established by the State Legislature to protect any California resident who attends a private post-secondary institution from losing money if he/she prepaid tuition and suffered a financial loss as a result of the school: (a) closing; (b) failing to live up to its enrollment agreement; or (c) refusing to pay a court judgment. To be eligible, you must be a "California resident" and reside in California at the time the enrollment agreement is signed or when you received lessons at a California mailing address from an approved institution offering correspondence instruction. Students who are temporarily residing in California for the sole purpose of pursuing and education, specifically those who hold student visas, are not considered a "California resident."

i. The student is responsible for paying the state assessment amount for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund which is $2.50 per $1,000 of tuition paid.

ii. Payment plans will be made and detailed on individual contracts.

1. Registration fee will not be refunded after ten (10) business days from enrollment date.
2. Transfer tuition fee Open (depending on students accumulated hours from previous school program) plus registration fee and student kit (if applicable).

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FINANCIAL AID

FINANCIAL AID PROGRAMS AVAILABLE

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology has the following financial aid programs available:

• Federal Pell Grant
• Federal Direct Subsidized Loans
• Federal Direct Unsubsidized Loans
• PLUS Direct Student Loans
• Personalized In-School payments

APPLYING FOR AID

Free Application for Federal Student Aid or FAFSA. A completed FAFSA is needed to start your application for financial aid. The FAFSA is required of all U.S. citizens and permanent residents seeking financial aid from the College. The easiest way to complete the FAFSA is on-line at www.fafsa.ed.gov. We encourage students to fill-out the FAFSA electronically online which could be done in the school or in the convenience of your home. The school's code is 041489. In order to sign the FAFSA if accomplished electronically, the student and at least one parent will need to request a PIN from www.pin.ed.gov. The FAFSA can also be completed using a paper version of the form, but the processing time is much slower. Paper FAFSAs can be obtained in the Administrative office.

THE APPLICATION PROCESS

A student applying for financial aid is responsible for completing the forms required by the programs and the school. A financial aid staff can assist you in completing these forms. As a guideline, the procedures required are outlined as:

• All students that are applying for any kind of financial aid must complete

a) Enrollment Agreement (Contract)

b) Student Acknowledgement received and signed Information about outcome rates, compensation/job demand information, Catalog, Policies and Procedures, Disclosure Statements. (Receipt signature as part of Admissions)

c) H.S. diploma/transcript or GED, ATB test result

d) FAFSA

• If you are applying for Direct Loans, in addition to the above forms, you must complete a Promissory Note along with Entrance and Exit Counseling forms. These forms are obtained in the financial aid office.

WHATS NEEDED and WHERE TO BRING REQUIREMENTS

The FAFSA consists of numerous questions regarding a student's and their family's assets, income, household size, number of students in college, dependency and other pertinent information. These are entered into a formula that determines the Expected Family Contribution (EFC). Each financial aid application request is reviewed carefully to arrive at an accurate determination of need for financial assistance. Northern California Institute of Cosmetology does its best to address each familys individual circumstances while maintaining fairness. The student will need to complete, review and verify the information for accuracy on the FAFSA and sign it at the time the application is made. If the student is a dependent and the application includes parental information, the FAFSA must include at least one parent's signature.

We have foreseen problems arising to the confusion and difficulty in completing parts of the FAFSA. It would be helpful to have our financial aid staff go over your financial aid application if you have completed it yourself at home, or you may fill-out a FAFSA online at the school since our school is equipped to submit applications electronically. For application and verification purposes, if you choose to do the FAFSA at the school, please bring all Federal Tax Returns, copies of Social Security Number, drivers license and bank statements. Completing the FAFSA with the financial aid staff ensures accuracy and avoids misunderstandings and errors.

Upon the schools determination that a student has a financial need, a financial aid package is assembled to offer the grant (Pell Grant).

DETERMINATION OF STUDENTS FINANCIAL AID STUDENT ELIGIBILITY

A student who can meet the following criteria may be eligible for aid :

U.S. citizen or an eligible non-citizen

Must have a valid Social Security number

The student is not currently enrolled in secondary school

Registered with Selective Service (Male students 18-25)

Has a high school diploma / GED or passed an ATB (Ability-to-Benefit Test)

Not in default on any student loan and does not owe any refunds on any Federal Student Grants.

Completes a FAFSA promising to use any Federal Aid for educational purposes

The student must demonstrate a financial need.

The student must be maintaining satisfactory progress towards completion of their course. (In order to maintain eligibility for all types of financial aid, students must meet Satisfactory Academic Progress and Attendance requirements.)

The student has not been convicted of a drug-related offense that occurred while enrolled in school and receiving Title IV aid.

The student is not enrolled solely in remedial coursework, but also in an eligible program.

To receive Direct Loans, ACG, or National SMART Grant funds, the student must be enrolled at least half time.

The student is a regular student enrolled or accepted for enrollment in and eligible program for the purpose of obtaining a degree or certificate.

NET PRICE CALCULATOR

A template that calculates the estimated net price is available online at http://www.ncinstitutecosmetology.com/financial_aid. The template looks up a populated data from the FAFSA applications database to identify a median EFC and median grant to determine estimated amount of total grant aid from the estimated total price of attendance.

TYPES OF AID and AWARD AMOUNT

NEED BASE AID

1. Federal Pell Grant - The maximum amount for the Federal Pell Grant is $5,550.00 for 2010 - 2011. Available almost exclusively to undergraduates; students may receive up to 2 consecutive maximum awards in a year if attending school year-round.
2. Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans - (must demonstrate financial need) Award amounts $3500 - $8,500, depending on year in school. Eligible for Undergraduates and graduate students enrolled at least half-time. The U.S. Department of Education is the lender and pays interest on the loan while you are in school at least half-time and during grace periods. Between 10 and 25 years to repay, depending on amount owed and type of repayment plan selected.

NON-NEED BASE (Financial need is not required)

1. Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans - Award amounts $5,500 - $20,500 (less any subsidized amount received for the same period), depending on year in school and dependency status. Eligible for Undergraduate and graduate students enrolled at least half-time. The U.S. Department of Education is the lender. The borrower is responsible for paying all interest on the loan starting on the date the loan is first disbursed. Between 10 and 25 years to repay, depending on amount owed and type of repayment plan selected.
2. Direct PLUS Loans - Cost of attendance (determined by the school) minus any other financial aid received; there is no minimum amount. Eligible for graduate students enrolled at least half-time and Parents of dependent undergraduate students to help pay the cost of their childs education. Must not have adverse credit history. The U.S. Department of Education is the lender. Loan is unsubsidized (you are responsible for paying all interest).

OTHER SOURCES OF FUNDING

Students that do not qualify for need-based aid, or students that require assistance in financing their payment, may qualify for various other loans. These include the Federal Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students (PLUS) Loan Program and various alternative loan programs available through many banks. PLUS is a government sponsored loan program

The student may also choose to apply for an In-House Loan (Personal Loan) from the school or combine federal loan package with the loan from the school if the student decides in doing so.

AWARD LETTER and DISBURSMENT

Once a students financial aid application has been processed and approved by the Department of Education (the student will be required to give the Department of Education permission to send electronic information to the financial agencies in the State). After the Central Processing Service or CPS has made the calculations, an ISIR (Institutional Student Information Report) is sent electronically to the school Northern California Institute of Cosmetology. The school, after verifying information in the students financial aid file will package and finalize the students paperwork. An Award Letter is generated that Northern California Institute of Cosmetology will present to the student. After the student accepts and signs the aid, the funds will be disbursed (as long the student meets satisfactory progress) accorded to the student will be disbursed. The disbursement will go directly to the school in the students account.

Any In-House Loan (Personal Loan) taken from the school, once approved, will require that the student sign a promissory note that will indicate the interest, amounts and dates of tuition fee payments the student is committing to pay.

A Northern California Institute of Cosmetology financial aid counselor will conduct entrance counseling with the student regarding the financial aid funds to be received by the student. An exit counseling will also be conducted once the student has completed all the educational requirements or upon graduation.

Students must review the information for accuracy and if a correction needs to be made, corrections can be made online. The Northern California Institute of Cosmetology Financial Aid Director/Office can also assist in making corrections if the student brings a copy of their Student Aid Report (SAR).

ADMISSION POLICY & PROCEDURE

Northern California Institute of Cosmetologys admission policies require that admitted students:

1. Has a high school diploma (school needs to make a copy of diploma or Official Transcript of Records), GED or equivalent
2. Must be a minimum of 17 years of age
3. If enrolled under a training agreement with a government agency, school district and/or other entity, the student meets the admission requirements set forth in the training agreement and/or applicable state licensing regulations.
4. Are not discriminated on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, or ethnic origin in school admission policy.
5. The school does not recruit students attending another institution with a similar course of study.
6. Transfer Students: 70% of clock hours derived from previous schools Proof of training.
7. Students transferring to a different school from Northern California Institute of Cosmetology must fulfill all their financial obligations to the school (Refund Calculation and/or Return to Title IV as applicable) before they could get their Proof of Training for their clock hours.
8. Re-entry Students: Students who wish to re-enroll will return at the same progress before interruption. They will be charged the $100.00 registration fee, kits/books (if necessary) and a pro-rated rate of tuition.
9. In lieu of passing an ability-to-benefit test, student may enroll in and successfully complete 225 clock hours. (Applicable for programs over 600 clock hours or more Cosmetology and Skincare).

JOB PLACEMENT POLICY

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology offers job placement or employment assistance for all students upon graduation and state board licensing. A school official may also refer students sometimes when she thinks there will be a good job match. During training students receive instruction in professionalism, resum development, interview preparation and job search skills. Northern California Institute of Cosmetology, however, does neither promise or guarantee employment nor specify a level of wage rate or income to any applicant, student, or graduate of any program offered.

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ATTENDANCE POLICY

• Northern California Institute of Cosmetology requires students to maintain a 67% rate of attendance.

• Student attendance policies are applied uniformly and fairly. Northern California Institute of Cosmetology measures student attendance by clock hours. Northern California Institute of Cosmetology will;

• Give appropriate attendance/clock hours credit for all hours attended.
• not add or deduct attendance hours as a credit or penalty, and
• Round actual attendance hours to no more than the nearest quarter hour.

• Three unexcused absences (not notifying the school) in any month will be cause for suspension or termination from the school. Upon return from an unexcused tardy or absence, immediate disciplinary action will be taken. ALL ABOVE PENALTIES MAY BE WAIVED, IF THE STUDENT BRINGS IN A DOCTOR'S CERTIFICATE DUE TO ILLNESS WHILE ABSENT, OR THE STUDENT WAS EXCUSED IN ADVANCE BY THE SCHOOL. Fourteen (14) days of consecutive absences without school notification will be cause for termination from the school program immediately.

WITHDRAWAL POLICY

Students can withdraw at any period of their program. A student is considered Officially Withdrawn after completing a Withdrawal Form. Refund Policy and/or Title IV Return Policy will be made subsequently for a withdrawing student. Students who withdraw prior to completion of the course of study and wish to re-enter can only re-enter in the same progress before the date of interruption.

A student is considered Unofficially Withdrawn if the student misses 14 (Fourteen) consecutive days of school classes. The school automatically considers a student Dropped or Unofficially Withdrawn if the student does not show up, call, write or inform the school in any manner about their failure to attend school for 14 days.

GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS

• Completion of 1600 hours of instruction for Cosmetology, 600 hours for Skin Care, and 400 hours for Nail Care
• Completion of the set number of theory hours set by the State Board
• Completion of all minimum practical skills set by the State Board
• Verification of written examinations and ensure student met the 70% or higher GPA requirements
• Fulfilled all their financial obligations to the school
• Review baby board exams in written and practical evaluations prior to awarding students a certificate of completion.

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RETURN TO TITLE IV POLICY

Students who withdraw from all classes prior to completing more than 60% of the term will have their eligibility for aid recalculated based on the percentage of the term completed.

This policy shall apply to all students who withdraw, dropout or are expelled from Northern California Institute of Cosmetology and receive financial aid from Title IV funds.

A students withdrawal date is determined based on the following:

For official withdrawal a students withdrawal is the date the school received notice from the student that they are withdrawing

For unofficial withdrawals a students withdrawal date is their last day of physical attendance.

The schools determination that a student is no longer in school for unofficial withdrawal is determined after 14 days of non attendance.

The federal formula requires a Return of Title IV calculation if the student received or could have received federal financial assistance and withdraws on or before completing 60% of the payment period or term. The percentage of Title IV aid earned is equal to the percentage of the payment period that was completed as of the withdrawal date if this occurs on or before the 60% point of time. The percentage that has not been earned is calculated by subtracting the percentage of Title IV aid earned from 100%.

The percentage of the payment period or term completed is calculated by the hours completed at withdrawal divided by the scheduled clock hours. This percentage is also the percentage of earned aid.

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

If a student receives more Title IV funds than the amount earned, the school would be required to return a portion of the funds and the student would be required to return a portion of the funds.

If a student received less Title IV funds than the amount earned, the school will offer the student a disbursement of the earned aid that was not received at the time of their withdrawal which is a post withdrawal disbursement. Any federal loan program funds due in post withdrawal disbursement must be offered to the student and the school must receive the students permission before crediting their account.

Unearned Title IV aid shall be returned to the following programs in the following order:

1. Unsubsidized Direct Stafford Loan

2. Subsidized Direct Stafford Loan

3. Direct PLUS Loan

4. Federal Pell Grant

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

The student is responsible for repaying the amount of all unearned aid that the school is not required to return. This is determined by subtracting the amount returned by the school from the total amount of unearned aid to be returned.

For more information about Title IV program funds contact the Federal Student Aid Information Center at 1-800-4-FEDAID (1-800-433-3243). Student Aid information is also available on the web at www.studentaid.ed.gov.

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REFUND POLICY NOTICE OF CANCELLATION

I.For applicants who cancel enrollment or students who withdraw from enrollment a fair and equitable settlement will apply. Student has the right to cancel enrollment agreement and obtain a refund of charges paid through attendance at the first class session, or the seventh day after enrollment, whichever is later.

II. The formal cancellation date will be determined by the postmark on written notification, the date said notification is delivered to the school in person, the date of expulsion by the school, or 14 days after the last day of attendance or the expiration date of an approved Leave of Absence or the date the student signifies return.

III.If a student cancels the enrollment more than seven days after signing the contract but prior to starting classes, a refund of all monies paid to the school less the registration fee in the amount of $100 will be made. For students who enroll and begin classes but withdraw prior to course completion, the following schedule of tuition earned by the school applies:

(Calculations based on scheduled hours at last day of attendance.)

PERCENT OF SCHEDULED TIME TOTAL TUITION SCHOOL -

ENROLLED TO TOTAL COURSE SHALL RECEIVE / RETAIN

0.01% to 04.9% - 20%

5% to 09.9% - 30%

10% to 14.9% -40%

15% to 24.9% -45%

25% to 49.9% -70%

50% and over - 100%

IV. Any monies due the applicant or student shall be refunded within 45 days of formal cancellation date as defined above. In the case of disabling illness or injury, death in the students immediate family or other documented mitigating circumstances, a reasonable and fair refund settlement will be made. If permanently closed or no longer offering instruction after a student has enrolled, the school will provide a pro rata refund of tuition to the student. If the course is cancelled subsequent to a students enrollment, the school will either provide a full refund of all monies paid or completion of the course at a later time. The school does not participate in any teach-out plans with other institutions.

V. Students who withdraw or terminate prior to course completion are charged a cancellation or administrative fee of $150.00. This refund policy applies to tuition and fees charged in the enrollment agreement. Other miscellaneous charges the student may have incurred at the institution (Ex: extra kit materials, books, products, unreturned school property, etc.) will be calculated separately at the time of withdrawal. All fees are identified in the catalog and in this enrollment agreement.

VI. If a Title IV financial aid recipient withdraws prior to course completion, a calculation for return of TIV funds will be completed any applicable returns by the school shall be paid, as applicable, first to unsubsidized Federal Stafford Student Loan Program; second to subsidized assistance programs; and last to the student. After all applicable returns to TIV aid have been made, this refund policy will apply to determine the amount earned by the school and owed by the student. If the student has received personal payments of Title IV aid, he/she may be required to refund the aid to the applicable program.

STUDENT TUITION RECOVERY FUND

• The student is responsible for paying the state assessment amount for the Student Tuition Recovery Fund which is $2.50 per $1,000 of tuition paid.

• If you are not a resident of California or if your entire tuition and fees are paid for by a third party organization such as a Job Training Partnership Act agency, a Regional Occupational Program or Center, a Private Industry Council, or a vocational rehabilitation program, you are not eligible for protection under, and recovery from the Student Tuition Recovery Fund.

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COURSE DISCLOSURES and CURRICULUM

For the Cosmetology Program, Northern California Institute of Cosmetology uses:

Miladys Standard Cosmetology 2008, 1^st Edition (Textbook)

Alpert, Arlene, et al., comps. Milady's Standard Cosmetology. Clifton Park, NY: Milady, 2008.

ISBN-13: 9781418049355
ISBN-10: 1418049352

Current listed price: $104.95 at www.cengage.com

Barnes, Lisha, comp. Milady's Standard Cosmetology: Practical Workbook. Clifton Park, NY: Milady, 2008.

ISBN-13: 9781418049423
ISBN-10: 1418049425

Current listed price: $44.95 at www.cengage.com

Barnes, Lisha, comp. Milady's Standard Cosmetology: Theory Workbook. Clifton Park, NY: Milady, 2008.

ISBN-13: 9781418049416

ISBN-10: 1418049417

Current listed price: $44.95 at www.cengage.com

Cosmetology

1. COMPENSATION/JOB DEMAND

According to the Job Demand Survey published by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences in January 2003, there were 1,604,502 professionals employed in the nations 312,959 beauty salons, barbershops, skin care salons, and nail salons. There has been notable growth in the industry since 1999 as follows:

• The total number of salon professionals is up 24%,
• The total number of salons is up by 5.6%,
• The number of chairs or workstation is up by 9%,
• The number of employees leaving their position is down 12%, and
• The number of new hires is up 37% since 1999.

The salon industry is a job-seeker market with the supply of licensed professionals appearing not to be keeping up with the demand. Approximately three out of every four-salon owners who looked for new employees in 2002 reported difficulty in finding qualified personnel. Other key findings include:

• 59% of salon owners classified their salon as a full-service salon, 18% as a haircutting salon, 4% as a nail salon, and 5% as a barber shop.
• 57% of salon employees work full time, 33% are part-time (20-35 hours weekly), and 10% are low time (less than 20 hours weekly).
• The average salon income including tips is about $30,000 to $50,000 per year.

According to the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook 2004-2005 Edition overall employment in the cosmetology field is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations through 2012. The highest 10% of salaried hairdressers, stylists, and cosmetologists, including tips and commission earned more than $35,240 to start.

2. Physical Demands:

Cosmetologists remain upright mostly throughout the day. They walk or stand while performing most operations. The upper body is utilized 100%. Individuals who have problems with their neck, back, arms, hands, wrists, or fingers need to consider their physical handicap(s) before they decide on a career in this field.

3. Safety Demands:

Almost all hair care and beauty professionals on the job encounter health and safety hazards. Students will be exposed to chemicals, hazardous or not, which are found in shampoos and conditioners, hair colorings, hair bleaches, chemical hair relaxers, permanent wave solutions, and nails products. Certain tools such as thermal irons, hair dryers, manicure instruments, razors, and scissors may cause skin cut, skin burn, and/or electric shock, if proper precautions are not taken into consideration.

4. Other Demands:

Communication skills are of utmost importance and you must have excellent listening skills as well. Students can develop ability in applying their experiences for a successful career. In this business, your job performance will be positively and negatively criticized. You must learn to accept this and always take it in a positive way.

5. LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

Students can apply at the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology pre-application for examination at 1200 hours. The total fee for the State Board 1200-hour pre-application is $134.00. This application requires students to disclose any prior convictions of a criminal offense, felony, or misdemeanor other than a minor traffic violation.

Upon completion of the program, students will take the state board licensing examination, which consists of a two hour written test and a five hour practical examination for their Cosmetology license. The examination takes place in Fairfield, a city located in the Bay Area. A Cosmetology license will be granted by the State of California only after a student has successfully completed and graduated from Cosmetology as described above and passed the Cosmetology State Board Exam with an overall average of 70% or better. If the applicant passes both the written and practical examinations, the applicant will receive his/her license the day of the examination. If one should fail one or both of the examinations (written or practical), he/she is allowed to re-apply. The fee is $75.00 for either the written or the practical examination or both. It will take approximately six to eight weeks to receive the second examination date.

Gainful Employment Disclosures

INSTITUTIONAL OPE ID: 041489-00

PROGRAM: CIP: 12.0401

PROGRAM NAME: COSMETOLOGY

PROGRAM LEVEL: UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

PROGRAM LENGTH: FULL TIME DAYS 11 MONTHS

PART-TIME DAYS/EVENINGS: 24 MONTHS

Related Occupations

CODE:

39-5012 HAIRDRESSERS, HAIRSTYLISTS, & COSMETOLOGISTS

39-5091 MAKE ARTIST, THEATRICAL, & PERFORMANCE

39-5092 MANICURIST AND PEDICURIST

39-5094 SKIN CARE SPECIALISTS

View the Occupational Profiles on O*Net

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-5012.00

Cost

TUITION AND FEES: $13,200.00

BOOKS AND SUPPLIES: $1,100.00

ON CAMPUS LIVING COST: No on campus living

DEBT AT PROGRAM COMPLETION: REPORT YEAR 2010

STUDENTS COMPLETING THE PROGRAM: 7

COMPLETING WITH ANY STUDENT LOAN DEBT: 2

MEDIAN FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN: $2,163.00

MEDIAN PRIVATE STUDENT LOAN: $0

MEDIAN INSTITUTIONAL FINANCE LOAN DEBT: $0

Program Completion in Normal Time

NORMAL TIME IN MONTHS TO COMPLETE: FT Day 11 Months, PT Day/Evening 24 Months

COMPLETING IN NORMAL TIME BY STUDENT SCHEDULE:

Job Placement Reminders

JOB PLACEMENT RATE REPORTED TO NACCAS: REPORTING YEAR 2010 - 71%

JOB PLACEMENT REPORTED TO: Bureau for Private Postsecondary

Cosmetology Course Curriculum

1. The curriculum for students enrolled in a cosmetologist course shall consist of sixteen hundred (1600) clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices constituting the art of cosmetology pursuant to Section 7316 of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act.
2. For the purpose of this section, technical instruction shall mean instruction by demonstration, lecture, classroom participation, or examination; practical operation shall mean actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a mannequin.

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, styling publicist, etc.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

Once licensed, a cosmetologist will be prepared to seek profitable employment as a hairdresser, salon manager, hair colorist, salon owner, product demonstrator, styling publicist, etc

ADDITIONAL TRAINING (100 HOURS)

Training may include professional ethics, personal hygiene, good grooming, salesmanship, normal cleanup duties, required keeping of client records, modeling, desk/reception, and care/styling of wigs. It may also include not more than thirty two(32) hours credit for field trips. Such field trips must be under the direct supervision of a licensed cosmetology instructor. Date, time, and description of the field trip shall be recorded on students daily record.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology

COSMETOLOGY CLASS SCHEDULES

*Monthly Class Starts : Every Wednesday of the month

• Both full-time and part-time students must attend the 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. class every Saturday.

*Monthly class may start vary if deemed necessary or upon discretion of the Director.

Classroom Theory:

Freshman students are scheduled in the classroom daily for theory and practical experience for a total of five (5) weeks. Freshman students do not work on paid clients until they have completed 160 hours of instructions. All full-time students receive morning theory daily for one and one-half (1 ) hours. After daily morning theory, students report on the clinic floor. Full-time and part-time students will receive classroom theory every Tuesday from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Instructional Methods:

Instructional methods include but not limited to: question-and-answer, problem solving, visual aids (projector and Powerpoint presentation), video presentations, vendor-product demonstrations, field trips.

Clinic Floor Instruction:

Students are given a weekly operation sheets that will require specific operations to be completed weekly. Upon completing all required operations listed on the weekly operation sheets, students may then choose additional operations to complete. Operations performed by the student will be checked and evaluated by an instructor. Students are held responsible for properly cleaning and sanitizing their work area.

NORTHERNCALIFORNIAINSTITUTE OFCOSMETOLOGY, INC.

COURSE DISCLOSURES and CURRICULUM

For the Skincare Program, Northern California Institute of Cosmetology uses:

Miladys Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals, 10^th Edition

Joel Gerson. Milady's Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals. (Textbook) Clifton Park, NY: Milady, 2009.

ISBN-13: 9781428318922
ISBN-10: 1428318925

Current listed price: $125.95 at www.cengage.com

Miladys Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals, 10^th Edition

Student Workbook

ISBN-13: 9781428318946
ISBN-10: 1428318941

Current listed price: $69.95 at www.cengage.com

Miladys Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals, 10^th Edition

Exam Review

ISBN-13: 9781428318953
ISBN-10: 142831895x

Current listed price: $45.95 at www.cengage.com

Skin Care

1. COMPENSATION/JOB DEMAND

According to the Job Demand Survey published by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences in January 2003, there were 1,604,502 professionals employed in the nations 312,959 beauty salons, barbershops, skin care salons, and nail salons. There has been notable growth in the industry since 1999 as follow:

• The total number of salon professionals is up 24%,
• The total number of salons is up by 5.6%,
• The number of chairs or workstation is up by 9%,
• The number of employees leaving their position is down 12%, and
• The number of new hires is up 37% since 1999.

The salon industry is a job-seeker market with the supply of licensed professionals appearing not to be keeping up with the demand. Approximately three out of every four-salon owners who looked for new employees in 2002 reported difficulty in finding qualified personnel. Other key findings include:

• 59% of salon owners classified their salon as a full-service salon, 18% as a haircutting salon, 4% as a nail salon, and 5% as a barber shop.
• 57% of salon employees work full time, 33% are part-time (20-35 hours weekly), and 10% are low time (less than 20 hours weekly).
• The average salon income including tips is about $30,000 to $50,000 per year.

According to the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook 2004-2005 Edition overall employment in the cosmetology field is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations through 2012. The highest 10% of salaried hairdressers, stylists, and cosmetologists, including tips and commission earned more than $35,240 to start.

2. PHYSICAL AND SAFETY DEMANDS:

Estheticians mainly use their hands for facial manipulations and stand on their legs and feet throughout their work schedules. The upper body is used most of the time so that most individuals having problems with their neck, back, arms, or hands need to consider their condition before deciding on a career in this field.

Esthetician will also be exposed to hazardous chemicals, which are found in lotions, facial cream, make-up, etc. You will utilize also electrical apparatus, including dermal lights, capable of producing electrical current to stimulate but not contract muscles of body and face.

3. LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

Graduates will be required to complete a State Board of Examination for Esthetician. Students can apply at the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology pre-application for examination at 450 hours. The total fee for the State Board 450-hour pre-application is $124.00. This application requires students to disclose any prior convictions of a criminal offense, felony, or misdemeanor other than a minor traffic violation.

Upon completion of the program, students will take the state board licensing examination, which consists of a two hour written test and a five hour practical examination for their Esthetician license. The examination takes place in Fairfield, a city located in the Bay Area. An Esthetician license will be granted by the State of California only after a student has successfully completed all academic requirements and passed the State Board of Examination, with an overall average of 70% or better. If the applicant passes both the written and practical examinations, the applicant will receive his/her license the day of the examination. If one should fail one or both of the examinations (written or practical), he/she is allowed to re-apply. The fee is $75.00 for either the written or the practical examination or both. It will take approximately six to eight weeks to receive the second examination date.

Gainful Employment Disclosures

INSTITUTIONAL OPE ID: 041489-00

PROGRAM: CIP: 12.0409

PROGRAM NAME: ESTHETICIAN

PROGRAM LEVEL: UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

PROGRAM LENGTH: FULL TIME DAYS 4 MONTHS

PART-TIME DAYS/EVENINGS: 9 MONTHS

Related Occupations

CODE:

39-5094 SKIN CARE SPECIALISTS

View the Occupational Profiles on O*Net

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-5094.00

Cost

TUITION AND FEES: $6,400.00

BOOKS AND SUPPLIES: $500.00

ON CAMPUS LIVING COST: No on campus living

DEBT AT PROGRAM COMPLETION: REPORT YEAR 2010

STUDENTS COMPLETING THE PROGRAM: 7

COMPLETING WITH ANY STUDENT LOAN DEBT: 1

MEDIAN FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN: $2,315.00

MEDIAN PRIVATE STUDENT LOAN: $0

MEDIAN INSTITUTIONAL FINANCE LOAN DEBT: $0

Program Completion in Normal Time

NORMAL TIME IN MONTHS TO COMPLETE: FT Day 4 Months, PT Day/Evening 9 Months

COMPLETING IN NORMAL TIME BY STUDENT SCHEDULE:

Job Placement Reminders

JOB PLACEMENT RATE REPORTED TO NACCAS: REPORTING YEAR 2010 - 80%

JOB PLACEMENT REPORTED TO: Bureau for Private Postsecondary

SKINCARE COURSE CURRICULUM

The objective of the Skin Care Program is to provide students the necessary skills and training to meet the requirements of the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology and to practice as a licensed esthetician.

1. The curriculum for students enrolled in a skin care course shall consist of six hundred (600) clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices of an esthetician, pursuant to Section 7316 of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act.

2. For the purpose of this section, technical instruction shall mean instruction by demonstration, lecture, classroom participation, or examination; practical operation shall mean the actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person.

EDUCATIONAL GOALS

The Skin Care course of study is designed to prepare students for the State Licensing Examination and for profitable employment as an Esthetician. The knowledge and skills will prepare licensed students for work as an esthetician trained in facial manipulations, eyebrow arching, hair removal, and make-up application, among other things.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

The licensed esthetician will be prepared to seek profitable employment as an esthetician, skin care salon owner/manager, skin care specialist, make-up artist, etc. They will be versed in all areas of Skin Care.

• The board recommends that schools provide training in the area of communication skills that includes professional ethics, salesmanship, decorum, record keeping, and client service record cards.
• No credit of any type shall be given for time spent in laundering towels or in washing or scrubbing floors, walls, woodwork, toilets, or windows.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology

SKINCARE CLASS SCHEDULES

*Monthly Class Starts : Every Wednesday of the month

• Both full-time and part-time students must attend the 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. class every Saturday.

*Monthly class may start vary if deemed necessary or upon discretion of the Director.

Classroom Theory and Clinic Floor Instruction:

Freshman students are scheduled in the classroom daily for theory and practical experience for a total of two (2) weeks. Students begin at the clinic floor on their third week of the program. Students do not work on paid clients until they have completed their freshman period of training and instruction, which is 10% of the total training hours of the program. Full-time and a.m. part-time have theory class daily for one and one-half (1 1/2) hours. Part-time a.m. and p.m. students receive theory class every Saturday 9:00-11:00 a.m. During the clinical floor period, students are given daily operation sheets that require specific operations to be completed daily and submitted at the end of the week. Students are responsible for properly cleaning and sanitizing their work area upon completion of each operation.

Instructional Methods:

Instructional methods include but not limited to: question-and-answer, problem solving, visual aids (projector and Powerpoint presentation), video presentations, vendor-product demonstrations, field trips.

SKINCARE KIT

NORTHERNCALIFORNIAINSTITUTE OFCOSMETOLOGY, INC.

COURSE DISCLOSURES and CURRICULUM

For the Nailcare Program, Northern California Institute of Cosmetology uses:

Miladys Standard Nail Technology, 5^th Edition

Milady. Miladys Standard Nail Technology, (Textbook) Clifton Park, NY: Milady, 2007.

ISBN-13: 1435497686
ISBN-10: 9781435497689

Current listed price: $102.95 at www.cengage.com

Miladys Standard Nail Technology, 5^th Edition

Student Workbook

ISBN-13: 1435497643
ISBN-10: 9781435497641

Current listed price: $54.95 at www.cengage.com

Miladys Standard Nail Technology, 5^th Edition

Exam Review

ISBN-13: 1435497635
ISBN-10: 9781435497634

Current listed price: $37.95 at www.cengage.com

Nail Care

1. COMPENSATION/JOB DEMAND

According to the Job Demand Survey published by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences in January 2003, there were 1,604,502 professionals employed in the nations 312,959 beauty salons, barbershops, skin care salons, and nail salons. There has been notable growth in the industry since 1999 as follow:

• The total number of salon professionals is up 24%,
• The total number of salons is up by 5.6%,
• The number of chairs or workstation is up by 9%,
• The number of employees leaving their position is down 12%, and
• The number of new hires is up 37% since 1999.

The salon industry is a job-seeker market with the supply of licensed professionals appearing not to be keeping up with the demand. Approximately three out of every four-salon owners who looked for new employees in 2002 reported difficulty in finding qualified personnel. Other key findings include:

• 59% of salon owners classified their salon as a full-service salon, 18% as a haircutting salon, 4% as a nail salon, and 5% as a barber shop.
• 57% of salon employees work full time, 33% are part-time (20-35 hours weekly), and 10% are low time (less than 20 hours weekly).
• The average salon income including tips is about $30,000 to $50,000 per year.

According to the United States Department of Labor Occupational Outlook Handbook 2004-2005 Edition overall employment in the cosmetology field is expected to grow as fast as the average for all occupations through 2012. The highest 10% of salaried hairdressers, stylists, and cosmetologists, including tips and commission earned more than $35,240 to start.

2. Physical and Safety Demands:

Manicurists mainly use their hands for their manicuring and pedicuring procedures. Their upper body is mainly used that individuals having problems with their neck, back, arms, hands, etc. need to consider their condition before deciding on a career in this field. Manicurists will be exposed to hazardous chemicals, which are found in nail polish, nail polish remover, cuticle solvents, etc. You will also be exposed to manicure instruments, such as clippers, nipper, file, and etc. that can cause injury to a client or yourself if not used properly.

3. LICENSING REQUIREMENTS

Students are required to complete four hundred (400) clock hours of instructions and training, but can apply for pre-application for examination at 300 hours. The total fee for the State Board 300-hour pre-application is $119. The application will require individuals to disclose any prior conviction of a criminal offense, felony, or misdemeanor, other than a minor traffic violation.

Upon completion of the program, students will take the state board licensing examination, which consists of a two hour written test and a five hour practical examination for their Manicurist license. The examination takes place in Fairfield, a city located in the Bay Area. A Manicurist license will be granted by the State of California only after a student has successfully completed all academic requirements and passed the State Board of Examination, with an overall average of 70% or better. If the applicant passes both the written and practical examinations, the applicant will receive his/her license the day of the examination. If one should fail one or both of the examinations (written or practical), he/she is allowed to re-apply. The fee is $75.00 for either the written or the practical examination or both. It will take approximately six to eight weeks to receive the second examination date.

Gainful Employment Disclosures

INSTITUTIONAL OPE ID: 041489-00

PROGRAM: CIP: 12.0410

PROGRAM NAME: NAILCARE

PROGRAM LEVEL: UNDERGRADUATE CERTIFICATE

PROGRAM LENGTH: FULL TIME DAYS 3 MONTHS

PART-TIME DAYS/EVENINGS: 6 MONTHS

Related Occupations

CODE:

39-5092 MANICURIST AND PEDICURIST

View the Occupational Profiles on O*Net

http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/39-5092.00

Cost

TUITION AND FEES: $2,600.00

BOOKS AND SUPPLIES: $300.00

ON CAMPUS LIVING COST: No on campus living

DEBT AT PROGRAM COMPLETION: REPORT YEAR 2010

STUDENTS COMPLETING THE PROGRAM: 3

COMPLETING WITH ANY STUDENT LOAN DEBT: 0

MEDIAN FEDERAL STUDENT LOAN: $0

MEDIAN PRIVATE STUDENT LOAN: $0

MEDIAN INSTITUTIONAL FINANCE LOAN DEBT: $0

Program Completion in Normal Time

NORMAL TIME IN MONTHS TO COMPLETE: FT Day 3 Months, PT Day/Evening 6 Months

COMPLETING IN NORMAL TIME BY STUDENT SCHEDULE:

Job Placement Reminders

JOB PLACEMENT RATE REPORTED TO NACCAS: REPORTING YEAR 2010 - 67%

JOB PLACEMENT REPORTED TO: Bureau for Private Postsecondary

NAIL CARE COURSE CURRICULUM

The objective of the Nail Care course is to train students to become licensed manicurist and to provide the study and practice as required by the State Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.

1. The curriculum for students enrolled in a nail care course shall consist of four hundred (400) clock hours of technical instruction and practical operations covering all practices of a manicurist, pursuant to Section 7316 of the Barbering and Cosmetology Act.
2. For the purpose of this section, technical instruction shall mean instruction by demonstration, lecture, classroom participation, or examination; practical operation shall mean the actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a mannequin.
3. Students will cover instruction by demonstration, lecture, classroom participation, or examination. Practical operations will cover actual performance by the student of a complete service on another person or on a mannequin.

EDUCATIONAL GOALS

Nail Care course offers a substantial training program in a short period of time at a reasonable fee. It enables students to enter the exciting career of nail technology as soon as their training and licensing is completed.

PERFORMANCE OBJECTIVES

The licensed manicurist will be prepared to seek profitable employment as a nail technician, be a spokesperson for the field of nail technology, or own/manage a nail salon.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology

Nail Care CLASS SCHEDULES

*Monthly Class Starts : Every Wednesday of the month

• Both full-time and part-time students must attend the 9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. class every Saturday.

*Monthly class may start vary if deemed necessary or upon discretion of the Director.

Classroom Theory and Clinic Floor Instructions:

Freshman students are scheduled in the classroom daily for theory and practical experience for two weeks. Students begin at the clinic floor on their third week of the program. Students do not work on paying clients until they have completed at least 10% of the total training hours of the course. Full-time and a.m. part-time students have theory class daily for one and a half hours. Part-time p.m. students receive theory class every Saturday. During the clinical floor period, students will be given a daily operation sheet that requires specific operation to be completed daily and submitted upon completion of the sheet with required operations. Students are responsible for properly cleaning and sanitize their work area upon completion of each operation.

• The board recommends that schools provide training in the area of communication skills that includes professional ethics, salesmanship, decorum, record keeping, and client service record cards.
• No credit of any type shall be given for time spent in laundering towels or in washing or scrubbing floors, walls, woodwork, toilets, or windows.

Instructional Methods:

Instructional methods include but not limited to: question-and-answer, problem solving, visual aids (projector and Powerpoint presentation), video presentations, vendor-product demonstrations, field trips.

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF COSMETOLOGY, INC.

NAIL CARE KIT

I hereby understand that:

1. The Kit may not be removed from the campus facility without permission.

2. I am responsible for replacing lost, missing, or broken items.

3. Per the refund policy stated in my enrollment agreement, some items are not returnable.

4. The implements and products provided are to be used on school clients and/or models assigned in order to develop required skills and speed.

STUDENT SIGNATURE

NORTHERNCALIFORNIAINSTITUTE OFCOSMETOLOGY, INC.

COMPLAINT PROCEDURE

1. Students are asked to be open at anytime to talk and discuss concerns or problems they may have with the School Director or Instructor. The School Director will then initiate and discuss the concern with the student.
2. Students will be asked to complete a Student Concern/Feedback form every month to evaluate present curriculum, any staff member with concern, or to state in writing any comments they may have.
3. Any complaint, question, or problem that cannot be work out with the school, you may contact either of the following agencies:

2. If the concern, problem, or complaints is believed to need immediate attention, the School Director will hear the concern on the spot or within a 24-hour period. All concerns will be documented and filed in the student file.

BUREAU FOR PRIVATE NATIONAL ACCREDITING COMMISSION OF

POSTSECONDARY EDUCATION CAREER ARTS AND SCIENCES, INC. (NACCAS)
P.O. Box 980818 4401 Ford Ave., Suite 1300
Sacramento, CA 95798-0818 Alexandria, Virginia, 22302

Telephone: (916) 574-7720 Telephone: (703) 600-7600
www.bppe.ca.gov Fax: (703) 379-2200

email: bppe@dca.ca.gov www.naccas.org

LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY

Students are allowed to take leaves of absence but the total of all leaves of absence may not exceed 180 days in any 12 month period. No additional tuition charges are incurred during any leave of absence. Students who take a leave of absence will return to school in the same progress status as prior to the leave of absence. Hours elapsed during a leave of absence will not be included in the students cumulative attendance percentage calculation (Attendance Rate). Students need to fill out a Leave of Absence Request Form to officially seek the approval of the School. Students may also elect to write an informal letter regarding their planned leave of absence that will be put together with the Leave of Absence Form to support their request.

FOR FINANCIAL AID RECIPIENTS

In the event that students do not return from a leave of absence, any refunds due will be made to the appropriate financial aid programs within 45 days of the date the student was scheduled to return. The period of a students leave of absence will reduce their grace period.

NORTHERNCALIFORNIAINSTITUTE OFCOSMETOLOGY, INC.

SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS POLICY

1. Satisfactory Academic Progress

All students enrolled in any course regardless of the attendance schedule must maintain satisfactory progress according to the requirements set forth in this policy.

1. Attendance Progress Evaluation

An attendance progress evaluation is concurrently done when the student is evaluated academically.

Students enrolled in the Cosmetology course will be evaluated upon reaching the following clock hours : 450, 900, 1250 and 1600.

Evaluations for Skincare course students will be conducted upon attaining 300 and 600 clock hours.

Nail Care students will be evaluated upon reaching 200 and 400 hours respectively.

Attendance progress evaluations are based on the cumulative attendance percentage as of the last day of the week of the academic progress evaluation period. The attendance percentage is determined by dividing the total hours accrued by the total number of hours scheduled. For partial months, scheduled hours will be calculated by multiplying the number of class days scheduled times eight hours in each day.

Students must accrue a minimum of 67% of the scheduled hours to be considered maintaining satisfactory progress. At the end of each evaluation period, the school will determine if the student has maintained at least 67% cumulative attendance since the beginning of the course which indicates that, given the same attendance rate, the student will graduate within the maximum time frame allowed.

The maximum time allowed for students to complete each course at satisfactory progress is stated below:

The maximum time allowed for transfer students needing less than full course requirements will be determined based on 75% of the scheduled hours (which is 1.33 times the course length).

C. Academic Progress Evaluation

To determine academic progress, students are evaluated based on theory grade average and the quality of the practical skills experiences. Students are assigned theory study and a required number of practical experiences for course completion.

Theory is evaluated by written exams administered after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed and counted toward course completion ONLY when rated satisfactory or better. Practical skills are evaluated according to published criteria and performance standards established by the state licensing agency. Students must maintain a theory grade average of 70%. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale.

WRITTEN AND PRACTICAL: 93 - 100 EXCELLENT

85 92 VERY GOOD

70 84 SATISFACTORY

69 and below BELOW STANDARDS - UNSATISFACTORY

D. Determination of Progress Status

Students meeting the minimum requirements for academics and attendance at the evaluation point are considered to be making satisfactory academic progress (SAP) until the next scheduled evaluation. In order for a student to be considered making SAP as of course midpoint, the student must meet both attendance and academic requirements on at least one evaluation by the midpoint of the course, or the midpoint of the academic year, whichever comes first. Only students who maintain SAP are eligible to receive federal financial aid. Transfer hours from another institution that are accepted toward the students educational program are counted as both attempted and completed hours. Students will acknowledge and sign receiving a copy of their SAP results after their evaluation has been printed. The weekly progress report the student receives every week reflects the number of hours before their next evaluation is going to be conducted.

E. Probation and Re-establishment

Students failing to meet minimum progress requirements will be given a warning on that evaluation period. The student must show improvement by meeting the SAP by their next evaluation. The student will be counseled on actions required to attain SAP, which will be properly documented.

Probation is given to a student once the institution evaluates the students progress and determines that the student did not make SAP during the warning period; and the student appeals the negative progress determination at the beginning of the probationary period; and the institution determines that SAP standards can be met by the end of the subsequent evaluation period. The probationary period begins at the time the student failed to meet SAP until their next evaluation. Students may re-establish SAP by meeting the minimum attendance rate of 67% and pass all academic requirements upon the next evaluation. If the student is meeting minimum requirements, he/she will be determined as making SAP. If a student fails to meet requirements at the end of the probationary period, the student will be determined as not making SAP and may be terminated. Federal financial aid, if applicable, will not be disbursed to students determined as not making SAP.

F. Leaves of Absence and Re-entry

If enrollment is temporarily interrupted for a Leave of Absence, a Leave of Absence will extend the students contract and maximum time frame by the same number of days taken in the leave of Absence. The student will return to school in the same progress status as prior to the leave of absence. Hours elapsed during a leave of absence will not be included in the students cumulative attendance percentage calculation. Students who withdraw prior to completion of the course of study and wish to re-enter will return at the same progress before the date of interruption.

G. Appeal Procedures

If a student is determined not making SAP during the probationary period, the student must appeal the negative determination at the beginning of the probationary period by presenting a valid reason to school. The reasons for which a student may appeal include death of a relative, an injury or illness of the student, or other allowable special circumstance. The student must submit a written appeal notice to the school administration on the designated form with supporting documentation of reasons why the determination should be reversed. Appeal documents will be reviewed, a decision made within 30 days and reported to the student. If the student prevails upon appeal, the student will then be placed on probation and federal financial aid, if applicable, will be re-instated. There is no second appeal. Supporting documentations must be submitted regarding why the student failed to make SAP and what has changed in the students situation that will allow the achievement of SAP at the next evaluation. Results of the appeal will also be documented in the students files.

H. Re-instatement of Financial Aid

If applicable, Title IV financial aid will be re-instated to qualified students who have prevailed upon appeal or who have re-established satisfactory progress by meeting the minimum cumulative attendance and academic requirements.

I. Course Incompletes, Repetitions and Noncredit Remedial Courses

Course incompletes, repetitions and noncredit remedial courses do not apply to this institution. Therefore, these items have no effect upon the schools satisfactory progress standards.

NORTHERN CALIFORNIA INSTITUTE OF COSMETOLOGY, INC.

CAMPUS SECURITY

There has been no incidence of criminal or drug activity in or within the surrounding vicinity of the school in the past years. While this does not mean that such occurrences will not happen, the timely reporting of incidents to school officials or police is crucial. In the event that an incident a crime, drug activity, or security concern in the school and its vicinity is reported concerning a student or school employee as being responsible, the Director (after reviewing the incident report) could cite this as cause for dismissal. Northern California Institute of Cosmetologys Drug Policy clearly defines the disciplinary actions taken for students and school employees alike. These incidences will be logged in the *Campus Security Report.

SECURITY REPORTING

Car thefts, larceny, burglaries, sex offenses, robberies, assaults, vandalism, hate crimes and similar offenses that occurred within the school premises will also be documented in the Campus Security Report aside from being reported to San Leandro Police. Hate crimes that manifest evidence that the victim was selected intentionally because of the perpetrators bias include a simple assault, larceny, intimidation, destruction/damage of property. The incident report will be helpful for both school officials and authorities. The Campus Security Report is prepared by the school official in charge at the time of the incident.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology is a drug-free workplace. Alcohol and drug use, sale, possession, underage drinking within the school premises by students or school officials will be dealt with accordingly. A student or school employee who comes to school intoxicated or under the influence of a controlled substance will be sent home and suspended to come to school until further advised. An incident report will be logged in the students file and Campus Security Report. The students enrollment may be terminated at the election of the school Director.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology will not tolerate students observed or reported participating or responsible for the aforementioned activities. Disciplinary action at the discretion of the school Director could be as severe as dismissal/expulsion.

Should you need to report a crime on campus please contact the San Leandro Police Department at 510-577-2740 for non emergency and 911 for emergency situation. You may also contact school Director, Rodrigo Solis or Associate Director, Rosalinda Solis at 510-635-4371. If you prefer to report confidentially to any school official regarding a hate crime, sexual harassment, or a violent outburst by a student or school employee that you witnessed or became a victim of, you could maintain anonymity pending an investigation by the school Director. You could report either by personally speaking to any school official or by writing a letter about your grievance to the school Director.

*Campus Security Report Log is kept at the Administrative Office and can be reviewed by students, for more information see Office Manager.

DRUG POLICY

Your enrollment in our school puts you in the direction of success; however, taking drugs could lead to disappointment and failure. Drug and alcohol abuse could be expensive, its effects - always negative.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology is aware that illicit drug and alcohol abuse are foremost social problems that affect the health, safety, and security of the public. In recognition of the problems associated with drug and alcohol abuse in society today, Northern California Institute of Cosmetology is providing all students and employees the possible consequences with the following information :

1. The Court could sentence offenders :

LOCAL: Penalties vary based on the severity of the offense and the number of offenses. Sanctions for possession of an illegal substance for the first time range from fines of $1,000,000 to $5,000,000 and up to 40 years imprisonment. For future offenses and/or larger quantities of illegal substances penalties include fines ranging up to lifetime imprisonment.

STATE: Penalties vary based on the nature of the illegal substance, the offense and whether there is a repeat offense. First offenders may receive up to 20 years while repeat offenders could receive life imprisonment. A schedule of fines up to $20 million also is in place.

FEDERAL: Penalties for unlawful manufacturing, distribution and dispensing of controlled substances are provided under the Federal Controlled Substances Act. The penalties are determined by the nature of the drug or other substances, the amount of drugs or other substance involved, and the number of offenses.

1. There are various health risks associated with the use of the illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol. Some of the more common problems are cited below:

MARIJUANA - Use can lead to an increase in heart rate of up to 50%, a sense of euphoria, acute anxiety and tremendous mood swings. There is potential for long term physical and psychological damage.

COCAINE - Use can affect the brain in seconds and result in hear or respiratory failure.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology prohibits the possession, sale or use of alcoholic beverage/illegal drugs on school property or in connection with any school activity. This prohibition applies to all students and all employees. Drug and/or alcohol dependency is an illness that has an effect on a persons wellbeing. School employees and students alike who need assistance in dealing with drug/alcohol abuse are required to go into a drug prevention or treatment program.

Continuation Drug Policy

Northern California Institute of Cosmetologys policy is aimed to help individuals with drug/alcohol abuse or dependency problems. This policy applies for all school employees and students of Northern California Institute of Cosmetology, while in the premises.

Northern California Institute of Cosmetologys defining course of action implementing this policy is :

1. If alcohol or drugs are observed and discovered, Northern California Institute of Cosmetology school official will personally counsel and warn you about its consequences to your enrollment or to the financial aid that you can receive if you are the recipient of one.
2. If you come to school intoxicated or under the influence of a controlled substance, you will be sent home and suspended to come to school until further advised.
3. If substance dependency or abuse is established to be a problem, you are required at your own expense to go into a drug/alcohol prevention program which can include attending Alcoholics/Narcotics Anonymous meetings held at your locality. You can continue attending/working in school while undertaking the program for as long as you do not violate this policy. A weekly report of your program progress is also required.
4. The possession, sale or use of drugs/alcohol in or on school premises will result in immediate termination.
5. Failure to comply or any violation in the aforementioned regulations will result to immediate expulsion.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCE :

Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Prevention Program

Alameda County Behavioral Unit (800)-660-1993

Alcoholics Anonymous Central Office (510)-839-8900

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SEX OFFENSE POLICY

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology is committed to provide a learning and working environment that is free from implicit and explicit sexual behavior. Documentation in the Campus Security includes reporting any form of sexual offenses and/or sexual behavior that influences, controls or may affect the welfare of another individual. Intimidation or discrimination (bullying and coercion) which includes exhibiting a sexually suggestive behavior will not be tolerated and could be grounds for disciplinary action or termination. No member of Northern California Institute of Cosmetology Staff, faculty, and students may harass another individual. Sexual harassment is also a violation of Federal and State law.

Different forms of Sexual Offenses Listed below are examples of the types of sexual offenses that can occur in the school. This list does not cover all types of sexual offense behaviors. Inappropriate jokes or statements that create a hostile environment because they are persistent, unwelcome flirtations, and touching (with the suggestive sexual activity) can also be considered a sexual offense.

• Harassment by Gender
• Threat Coercion
• Sexual Solicitation with promise of reward
• Seductive Behavior
• Sexual Assault

Since it is difficult to exactly define what might create a hostile environment because individuals have different perceptions regarding sexual behavior. One person may perceive an intimidating and unwelcome behavior that another person may perceive as harmless fun. The determination whether a conduct should be considered sexual must be evaluated with care. A student can file a complaint in detail by writing using the Campus Security Log form (available at the Administration office) and the school will review the statement. Verbally sharing the incident with the school staff does not constitute a complaint. The school can initiate a discussion with the victim and accuser to determine if a resolution can be achieved. Both parties will be provided a copy of the written statement. Depending on the severity of the incident, the victim could directly report the matter to the authorities (San Leandro Police).

Resources are available at the Alameda County Family Justice Center website at http://www.acfjc.org/resource_library/

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EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION AND EVACUATION PLAN

Northern California Institute of Cosmetology is required by the U.S. Department of Education to have an Emergency Evacuation Plan that is documented, employees and students are to be notified about this procedure, a drill to practice the procedure conducted every year.

In the event that a confirmed significant emergency or dangerous situation involving an immediate threat to the health and safety of students or employees is occurring in the school premises, a verbal notification will be announced by Northern California Institute of Cosmetology Staff/Instructor to all students. Students and Northern California Institute of Cosmetology Staff that are not in the school at the time the emergency is occurring or has occurred will be notified by phone. The content of the notification will be all the relevant information regarding the emergency. The emergency will be logged and documented.

For everyones safety Northern California Institute of Cosmetology has posted a diagram indicating the emergency exits in case of fire, earthquake, flood or other emergencies that the school occupants should know. The postings are located right outside the classroom, in the restroom, and in the break room. If you wish to get a copy of this diagram, you can request for one from any of the staff.

Exit signs are clearly marked on the three exits. Even in the event of a power outage, these exit signs will remain lit or will be reflective to indicate doorway and path of exit.

Students are informed about the schools emergency evacuation and where to assemble after exiting the school. The meeting or assembly area has been designated as the parking lot of the school. Individuals who exited through the front will need to go to the back area where everyone is supposed to meet. Every individual that was in the school should be accounted for, a school official will perform a headcount. Students need to know that after exiting, they should not come back in even if there is a person missing, unless it has been declared safe to go back in.