Revised January 2015
Welcome
Welcome... to the wonderful and exciting world of Hair and Beauty offered by Stage One-The Hair School, Inc. Our
unique scientific approach to education brings together the concepts of art and science within a sound educational foundation. Art and science are used to develop our curriculum for teaching in a manner which produces a highly competent and creative designer.
The world of cosmetology is larger than ever and the need for creative, well-trained designers is growing every day. If you love working with people and are willing to devote the time and energy necessary for success, this is the field for you. Once you master a profession in the cosmetology field, the door to numerous career opportunities opens and awaits you!
The following are only some examples of career opportunities available to you upon completion of the cosmetology course. Obviously, if you want to teach, you'll need to complete a teacher training course after you've completed one of our other courses. For more specific information on career opportunities, ask your admissions counselor for guidance.
Career Opportunities
Salon Opportunities:
* Hair designer * Color Specialist * Nail Technician * Esthetician (Skin Care and Makeup) * Salon Owner
Travel Opportunities:
* Platform Artist * Competition Designer * Private Consultant
Glamorous Opportunities:
* TV/Motion Picture Designer * Celebrity Designer
Scientific Opportunities:
* Manufacturer's Representative * Research Assistant
Educational Opportunities:
* Corporate Educational Director * School Owner * Educational Consultant
By choosing a profession in the cosmetology field, you can be assured of a rewarding, creative and exciting future. But, to really reach the top and make the best possible use of your talents and artistry, you will need a fine education. Pivot Point International's Cosmetology Research Center can offer you just that. Education that works!
STAGE ONE
The Hair School, Inc.
Mission Statement/Educational Objectives
Stage One-The Hair School (also known as Stage One) is committed to the belief that our communities expect quality workmanship and artistic professionalism from today's beauty industry. While today's obligations to our students, alumni, and community are recognized priorities, our goal for tomorrow is even greater excellence in educational preparation. Stage One-The Hair School prepares graduates for employment. This school observes all rules and regulations issued by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology and the local Health Department.
Stage One encourages its instructors to keep abreast of the latest cosmetology techniques and teaching methods through individual study and training as well as regular attendance at teachers' advanced courses, workshops, and trade shows.
This school participates in educational conferences and regional meetings designed to advance the profession of cosmetology. Our teaching program incorporates the use of all acceptable teaching techniques and training aids. Stage One provides for its student a clean, spacious facility, well equipped with modern teaching tools. Supplemental textbooks, workbooks and audio-visual aids are used in conjunction with nationally accredited and recognized
textbooks to provide complete and up-to-date training for our students. Graduates of Stage One have a thorough understanding of basic haircutting, coloring, perming, highlighting, and conditioning. They have also been trained in the basics of salon operations, management, client communications, sales skills, and retail product knowledge This school maintains honest and fair relationships with our staff, students, patrons, the State Board, and other schools. Stage One purchases high quality equipment, cosmetics, and supplies to be used in the instruction of our students. This school advertises truthfully and makes honest representations to our students. All courses are taught in English.
An Accredited School of Cosmetology
Stage One is accredited by the The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS), which is recognized by the United States Department of Education as a national accrediting agency for postsecondary schools and departments cosmetology arts and sciences, and massage therapy.
4401 Ford Avenue, Suite 1300 Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 600-7600
www.naccas.org
Stage One is licensed by the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology. 11622 Sunbelt Court Baton Rouge, LA 70809-9013
(225) 756-3404 Admission Requirements and Procedures
The school admits as regular students (1) high school graduates with a high school diploma from “an approved high school” (2) holders of a GED diploma or official transcript with a raised seal showing passing scores. These are the only documents that will be acceptable as of August 2006 according to the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology. All potential students must successfully complete an admissions interview. Stage One does not admit ability to benefit students. Stage One does not recruit from other schools offering similar programs.
Transfer Students
Stage One The Hair School, Inc. does not typically accept credit for prior training and reserves the right to review requests for transfer of credit from students whose prior training was at a Pivot Point Member School within the preceding 12 months. No hours/credits will be granted if the transfer applicant has been out of school for more than 12 months from the date of his or her application to Stage One. No credit will be considered from courses other than that for which he or she is applying. Each applicant’s transfer of credit request is reviewed on a case-by-case basis. The institution strives to provide the best possible opportunity for success in the field and has the right to accept or deny the transfer of credit according to its policies and procedures. If accepted, Stage One reserves the right to limit the hours/credits accepted. An original transcript from a Pivot Point Member School is required prior to acceptance to determine proper course placement.
All external transfer applicants must apply for admission through the admissions office and must otherwise meet all admissions requirements. Transfers will only be accepted when space is available. Full course starts are granted priority. The transfer of credit will not impact the institutions refund policy.
Registration
To register, contact our admissions office by calling (337) 474-0533. You may, also, write to Stage One-The Hair School, Inc. at: 209 West College Street, Lake Charles, LA 70605. Next, an appointment will be made for you to tour our facility. You may select a starting date and fill out an application form on that very same day. Upon receipt of your application form, finalization of necessary paperwork including the student enrollment agreement, and acceptance of your registration fee, you will be on your way to an exciting and rewarding career in cosmetology.
Equal Opportunity Statement
Stage One does not discriminate on the basis of Sex, Race, Color, National Origin, Ethnic Origin, Religion, Age, Handicap, or Veteran status. This policy extends to both employment and admissions to the school.
Financial Aid
Stage One is approved by the United States Department of Education to offer the following federal financial assistance programs whereby an eligible student is awarded an outright grant or loan for post-secondary education. To be eligible to receive financial aid, a student must be enrolled as a regular student on at least a half time basis.
Federal Pell Grant
William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program (Stafford & PLUS)
Federal Pell Grant
Pell grants are the foundation of federal student financial assistance to which aid from other federal and non-federal sources might be added. These grants are generally awarded to undergraduate students and the award amounts can change yearly. The maximum award for the 2014-2015 award year is $5730.00. Unlike loans, grants are not repaid unless, for example, you withdraw from school prior to the planned program completion date. All federal grants are awarded to students with financial need. The amount of your Federal Pell Grant depends on your cost of attendance, expected family contribution, enrollment status (full or part-time), and whether you attend for a full academic year or less.
For more information about Pell grants, visit https://studentaid.ed.gov/types/grants-scholarships/pell.
William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program
Student loans, unlike grants, are borrowed money (monies) that must be repaid with interest. Loans made through this program are referred to as Direct Loans. Eligible students and parents borrow directly from the U.S. Department of Education. There are three types of loans in the program:
1) Subsidized Stafford Loan – A student can borrow this type of loan to cover some or all of their school expenses. The U.S. Department of Education pays the interest while you’re in school at least half-time. The amount of the loan cannot exceed a student’s financial need. The fixed interest rate for 2014-2015 is 4.66 percent.
2) Unsubsidized Stafford Loan – A student can borrow this type of loan to cover some or all of their school expenses. The U.S. Department of Education does not pay interest on unsubsidized loans. A student is responsible for paying the interest that accrues on the loan from the time the loan is disbursed until it’s paid in full. The fixed interest rate of 4.66 percent can be paid while attending school, during a period of deferment or forbearance, or it can be accrued and the interest added to the principle amount of the loan.
3) PLUS Loans – Parents of dependent students can borrow from the PLUS Loan program. The terms and conditions of this type of loan include a requirement that the applicant have a favorable credit history, a repayment period that begins on the date of the last disbursement of the loan, and a fixed interest rate of 7.21 percent for the Direct Loan.
For more information concerning Federal Direct Loans, visit https://studentaid.ed.gov/types/grants-scholarships/loans. Policy Regarding The Family Educational Rights & Privacy Act (FERPA)
I . All parents and students will be notified of their rights through annual publications in the catalog of the fact that students and parents of dependent students, have the right to review a student's educational records, to request amendment to a student's educational records, to provide consent prior to disclosure of personally identifiable information and to file a complaint with the U.S. Department of Education regarding the failure of an institution to comply with FERPA.
2. A. A parent of a dependent minor student or student must make a request each time in writing to review educational records.
B. Records will be made available in the appropriate institutional office on an appointment basis.
3. No personally identifiable information will be released to a third party without the written consent of parent of a dependent student or student unless it is:
A. to other school officials who have educational interest in the information. B. to officials of another school where the student seeks or intends to enroll.
C. to representatives of the Comptroller General of the United States, the Secretary of Education or State and local authorities.
D. relating to financial aid and is necessary to determine eligibility for aid, determine the amount of aid, determine conditions for the aid, enforce the term and conditions of the aid.
E. to State officials if required by State statute.
F. to organizations conducting studies for educational agencies or institutions to develop, validate, or administer student aid programs or improve instruction. No personally identifiable information will be released except to representatives of the organization and the information provided to the organization will be destroyed when no longer needed for the study.
G. to accrediting agency to carry out accrediting functions. H. to comply with a judicial order of subpoena.
I. to meet a health or safety emergency.
4. All disclosure of information will be recorded in the file and will include parties receiving information and the legitimate interests of the parties for inspection of the records.
5. Personally identifiable information which is designated as directory information includes student's name, address, telephone listing, date and place of birth, major field of study, participation in officially recognized activities, degrees and awards received and the most recent previous educational agency or institution attended.
The Cosmetology Course
The Cosmetology Course ObjectiveThe objective of our cosmetology course is to acquaint you with all aspects of cosmetology so that you will have the well-rounded background you need to become a successful cosmetologist. We strive to teach you principles which you will be able to rely on throughout your career. You will learn the biology and chemistry of hair, as well as artistic approaches to hair sculpture, design, color and perm. You will be able to work with hair of all lengths, styles and textures. Manicuring, facials, make-up and pedicuring are also part of your training. In addition, you will receive special preparation for the State Board Examination which you must pass in order to practice your profession. To help you better prepare for a more successful career, Stage One has a complete People Skills program. It is the first program that addresses communication skills targeted specifically to a salon environment. With a strong technical background and People Skills, you have the resources to become a successful designer.
Cosmetology Course Description - 1500 Clock Hours (phase I-240 hours, phase II-760 hours, phase III-500 hours)
Stage One’s Cosmetology program consists of the study of artistic and scientific principles of cosmetology in theory, concept and practical application. Within the 1500 clock hours course, students will be taught through audio-visual presentations, lectures, demonstrations, practical hands-on experiences, and written and practical testing.
75 theory-classroom instruction
75 bacteriology, decontamination and infection control 75 shampoo, rinse, scalp treatments
150 hairstyling 200 haircutting 125 hair coloring 200 chemical texturizing 175 manicuring, pedicuring 175 facials 50 salon success 200 instructor discretion 1500 total
The Teacher Training Course
Teacher Training Courses ObjectiveThe objective of our Teacher Training Courses is to prepare you to become a well-trained and well-rounded teaching professional. We strive to teach you teaching principles which you will be able to rely on throughout your career. ln addition, you will receive special preparation for the State Board examination which you must pass in order to practice your profession.
Teacher Training Course Description - 500 Clock Hours
The 500 Clock Hours Teacher Training Cosmetology Course consists of theoretical and practical instruction. The students demonstrate their knowledge of all subject matter-in theory and application, through the completion of required written and practical applications.
This curriculum and course of study are designed to instruct a teacher trainee in basic teaching methods and techniques. It is anticipated, for the effective implementation of this program, that the trainee is proficient in the art and practice of cosmetology.
Following sound training principles, the program provides an opportunity for each student teacher to observe and assist experienced teachers in the performance of their duties, to perform skill demonstrations, to supervise practice teaching, as well as to thoroughly study the principles of teaching. The program permits the trainees to apply, in a classroom atmosphere, the practices and theories to which they are exposed as the program unfolds.
The cosmetology profession is in need of well-trained, qualified teachers. The course of study is planned to present a program for the training of the personnel required to supply that need. The program consists of classroom training in the science of teaching, teacher assistance and observation, performance of demonstrations, supervised practice teaching. The time devoted to each of these areas will depend on the total length of the course.
150 classroom training-science of teaching
175 teacher assistance-observation/practice teaching 25 performance of demonstrations
150 clinic-supervised practice teaching 500
Hours of Instruction/Schedule of Operations
Tuesday 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Friday 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Student Support Services
CounselingEntrance and exit counseling is provided to all students receiving financial aid. Additional counseling services are available upon request, to assist all students in their personal and academic needs. Stage One students are advised at the end of each phase regarding their achievements and progress. The school will maintain records regarding all counseling and advisement.
The school's policy on drug abuse is discussed and given out in written form to all students during orientation. Any student who wishes to meet with the Director will be assisted on either an emergency or appointment basis. Students may receive confidential information pertaining to medical problems or substance abuse by contacting any staff member.
Complaints Policy
Any complaints should be reported to the School Director, who has the responsibility to investigate the situation in a timely manner and provide the student with the findings. A student, teacher, or interested party may file a complaint against the school; however, the complaint should be in writing to the school owner/director and should outline the allegation or nature of the complaint. A school representative will meet with the complainant (within 10 days of receipt of the written complaint). If after careful evaluation, the problem cannot be resolved through discussion, the complaint will be referred to the school’s complaint committee. The school will document the meeting between the school representative and complainant in writing. The complainant will be provided a copy of this written record at the time of the meeting. The institutional complaint committee will be comprised of at least the Director of the School, the Director of Education and the Office Manager. The institution’s complaint committee will meet within twenty-one (21) calendar days of receipt of the complaint and review the allegations. If more information is needed a letter will be written outlining the additional information. Once the complaint committee has reviewed all information and has reached a decision a letter will be sent to the complainant within 15 working days stating the steps that will be taken to correct the problem, or information to show that the complainant/allegations were not warranted or based on fact.
It is required that all complaints are submitted to the Administrative committee of the school for review and resolution before requesting complaint form from the school’s accrediting agency. The accreditation agency of record is National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Science.
All staff is to be informed of the complaint procedure for students and a copy of policy posted in staff lounge or area. A copy should also be posted in the Student bulletin board area.
If the complainant is not satisfied with the outcome of the complaint committee’s findings they may then contact the following:
Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology 11622 Sunbelt Court
Baton Rouge, Louisiana 70809-9013 (225) 756-3404
National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS) 4401 Ford Avenue, Suite 1300
Alexandria, Virginia 22302 (703) 600-7600
The Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology and NACCAS will not hear complaints unless the complainant has first tried to resolve the complaint through the above mentioned proceeding. The school will maintain records of all complaints filed through two (2) complete accreditation cycles.
Career Placement
Stage One The Hair School, Inc. is dedicated to your success as a professional designer. Although we do not guarantee job placement, we will help you to find employment in the cosmetology field after graduation. Stage One offers free lifetime placement assistance. When you are nearing completion of your hours you will discuss opportunities with the director of Stage One. The director is in constant contact with salons in this area and in other cities. Discussion at this time will be about where employment is available and whether or not the student is interested in relocating or not.
School Calendar
Stage One The Hair School Inc. is open four days a week, Tuesday through Friday. The school is closed for the following legal holidays: New Year's Day, Fourth of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Holiday schedule is subject to change.
Students will be notified of unexpected school closure such as inclement weather by phoning the school.
Our Educational Facilities
Stage One The Hair School, Inc.’s Campus is located at 209 West College Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana 70605. The facility consists of over 4,400 square feet, including offices, clinic area, dispensary, supply room, lounge and classrooms.
Our workshop style classrooms are spacious, well lit and ventilated. Each one adapts easily to either a lecture or workshop style classroom and contains ample seating, modern audiovisual equipment, sanitized work areas, water facilities and drying cabinets.
The student clinic is divided into sections similar to a salon, with each section designated for students in a particular unit. This large, well ventilated and properly lighted area has clinic work stations, a shampoo area, a lab dispensary and reception area. There are also special areas for you to perform skin care, manicures, pedicures and make-up services.
There are areas around the school with lockers for each student.
The Student lounge is equipped with vending machines and microwave ovens. There you can eat your lunch or converse with other students.
Library
Stage One The Hair School, Inc. maintains an extensive library of materials. It includes a large selection of audio visual programs and text books which are available by appointment for student research and make-up work. Tools and a variety of products necessary to complete all assigned services are readily available.
Academics
Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy
The Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy is consistently applied to all students enrolled at the school. It is printed in the catalog to ensure that all students receive a copy prior to enrollment. The policy complies with the guidelines established by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences (NACCAS) and the federal regulations established by the United States Department of Education.
Evaluation Periods: For purposes of determining satisfactory progress, the course is broken down into segments. A segment is defined as the time beginning at enrollment to the first satisfactory progress evaluation, and then from each evaluation to the next evaluation, thereafter, until graduation. A student’s satisfactory progress is evaluated at 450 clock hours, 900 clock hours and 1200 clock hours for cosmetology students. The Teacher training program requires satisfactory progress evaluation at 250 hours. Evaluations periods are based on actual hours attended.
Evaluations will determine if the student has met the minimum requirements for satisfactory academic progress. The frequency of evaluations ensures that students have had at least one evaluation by midpoint in the course.
The elements of the policy are as follows:
1. Maximum Time Frame: The maximum time frame during which students are to complete any course is one
and a half times (150%) the regular course length. The maximum time allowed for the cosmetology course is 68 weeks or 2250 hours and for teacher training the maximum time allowed is 26 weeks or 750 hours. 2. Attendance Progress Evaluation: In order for a student to achieve satisfactory progress, he/she must attend
67% of the scheduled hours at each evaluation. Evaluations are conducted at the end of each evaluation period to determine if the students has met the minimum requirements. The attendance percentage is determined by dividing the actual hours attended by the number of scheduled hours. 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.
3. Academic Progress Evaluations: The qualitative element used to determine academic progress is a
reasonable system of grades as determined by assigned academic learning. Students are assigned academic learning and a minimum number of practical experiences. Academic learning is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are as completed and counted toward course completion only when rated as satisfactory or better (the computer system will reflect completion of the practical assignment as a 100% rating). One comprehensive practical skills evaluation will be conducted during the course of study. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures and set forth in practical skills evaluation criteria adopted by the school. Students must maintain a written average of 70%. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:
Grading Scale
93 -100% A 85 - 92% B 70 - 84% C 0 - 69% F
4. Determination of SAP Status: Students meeting the minimum requirements for academics and attendance
at the evaluation point are considered to be making satisfactory academic progress until the next scheduled evaluation. Students may receive a hard-copy of their Satisfactory Academic Progress Determination at the time of each evaluations, if requested. Students deemed not maintaining Satisfactory Academic Progress may have their Title IV Funding interrupted, unless the student is on warning or has prevailed upon appeal resulting in a status of probation.
5. Warning: Students who fail to meet minimum requirements for attendance or academic progress may be placed on warning and considered to be making satisfactory academic progress while during the warning
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period. The student will be advised in writing on the actions required to attain satisfactory progress by the next evaluation. If at the end of the warning period, the student has still not met both the attendance and academic requirements, he/she may be placed on probation and, if applicable, students may be deemed ineligible to receive Title IV funds.
6. Probation: Students who fail to meet minimum requirements for attendance or academic progress after the
warning period may be placed on probation and considered to be making satisfactory academic progress while during the probation period, if the student appeals the decision, and prevails upon appeal. Additionally, only students who have the ability to meet the Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy standards by the end of the evaluation period may be placed on probation. Students placed on an academic plan, developed by the school, must be able to meet requirements set forth in the academic plan by the end of the next evaluation period. Students who are progressing according to their specific academic plan will be considered making Satisfactory Academic Progress. The student will be advised in writing on the actions required to attain satisfactory progress by the next evaluation. If at the end of the probationary period, the student has still not met both the attendance and academic requirements required for satisfactory academic progress or by the academic plan, he/she may be determined as NOT making satisfactory academic progress and, if applicable, students will not be deemed eligible to receive Title IV funds.
7. Re-Establishment of Satisfactory Academic Progress: Students may re-establish satisfactory academic
progress and Title IV aid, as applicable, by meeting minimum attendance and academic requirements by the end of the warning or probationary period.
8. Interruptions, Course Incompletes, Withdrawals: If enrollment is temporarily interrupted for a Leave of
Absence, the student will return to the school in the same progress status as prior to the leave of absence. Hours elapsed during a leave of absence will extend the student’s contract period and maximum time frame by the same number of days taken in the leave of absence and will not be included in the student’s cumulative attendance percentage calculation. Students who withdraw prior to completion and wish to re-enroll will return in the same satisfactory academic progress status as at the time of withdrawal
9. Repetitions, Non-credit, Remedial Courses: These do not apply and have no effect on the institution's
satisfactory progress policy.
10. Appeal Procedure: If a student is determined to not be making satisfactory academic progress, the student
may appeal the determination within ten calendar days. Reasons for which students may appeal a negative progress determination include death of a relative, an injury or illness of the student, or any allowable special or mitigating circumstance. The student must submit a written appeal to the school describing why they failed to meet satisfactory academic progress standards, along with supporting documentation of the reasons why the determination should be reversed. This information should include what has changed about the student’s situation that will allow them to achieve satisfactory academic progress by the next evaluation point. Appeal documents will be reviewed and a decision will be made and reported to the student within 30 calendar days. The appeal and decision documents will be retained in the student file. If the student prevails upon appeal, the satisfactory academic progress determination will be reversed and federal financial aid will be reinstated, if applicable.
11. Transfer Hours: These With regard to satisfactory academic progress, a student’s transfer hours will be
counted as both attempted and earned hours for the purpose of determining when the allowable maximum time frame has been exhausted.
12. SAP Issues Related to Transfers: Stage One does not consider prior performance measures when
considering the initial SAP status for a transfer student except as it pertains to the granting of prior credit. In other words, a transfer student is treated as if he or she is a new student with regard to SAP. Upon acceptance the student is deemed to be in SAP until the first available evaluation period, which is based on his or her current enrollment only (contracted hours). All transfer students regardless of the amount of transfer credit are required to maintain satisfactory progress in order to successfully move toward graduation (see maximum timeframe). Such maximum timeframe shall be based on 150% of the transfer student's contracted hours. Maximum timeframe reviews shall take place during official evaluation periods.
13. SAP Issues Related to Re-Enrollment: Students who withdrew or were terminated and who successfully
re-enrolled into the same program will return to the program in the same SAP status in which they left (example: on warning = return on warning, in satisfactory progress = return in progress) until the next evaluation period. Students who left during an initial evaluation period (who did not yet have an evaluation) shall be deemed to be in satisfactory progress until an official evaluation period; treated similar to a student who was on an official leave of absence. Re-enrollment impact of course repetitions – In the event a student re-enrolls into the same program/course and must start at the beginning of a phase/segment of the course, the student must take all
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tests or exams in that phase/segment (i.e. repeat); the newer score will be used and will impact the student satisfactory progress determination.
Practical and Academic Grading System
A grading system will be part of your curriculum. You will take written and practical examinations throughout your entire cosmetology education. This system of grading allows the teacher to see that all students progress and complete the requirements necessary to graduate from Stage One The Hair School, Inc. It also tests the ability of the student to execute services on clients. We can evaluate your practical knowledge and convey this grading system to potential salon owners. On all written, practical tests and clinic services you must have an average grade of 70-100%. To graduate from Stage One, you must complete and pass all of the required tests and course work. Stage One’s practical grading criteria is discussed on orientation day. If you should desire a copy of this policy prior to orientation day please see the office. The written testing is graded according to the following scale.
Grading Scale 93 -100% A 85 - 92% B 70 - 84% C 0 - 69% F Graduation Requirements
To graduate and receive an Official Transcript from Stage One The Hair School, Inc., the following are required: • Complete the documented legal hours in the specific areas of training required by the State of Louisiana and
Stage One.
• Complete all school examinations, both written and practical, with an average score of 70% or above. • Complete all phase requirements, both written and practical, with an average score of 70% or above. • Pay in full, costs as stipulated in the enrollment agreement, unless other arrangements are made. Make-up Work and Grade Requirements
Tests: It is the student's responsibility to make up any examinations that were missed due to absence or failing grades.
Students not present for the originally scheduled test will automatically deduct 7 points from their test. Students must have a passing grade of 70% on an average of all tests. Any student found to be cheating on any exam will be suspended and may be terminated from school.
Testing: The student evaluation system includes written and practical testing appropriate to the curriculum. Quizzes
and/or review, are also conducted periodically. Feedback from the testing results provides useful information for needed adjustments.
Grade Requirements: Students receive numeric grades in both their theory and practical work. All work is evaluated
on a regular basis. In order to achieve satisfactory progress, the student must achieve 75% or better on his/her grade average.
State Board Examination
In order to file for the State Board Examination, you must satisfy the requirements of both Stage One (see Graduation requirements) and the Louisiana State Board of Cosmetology.
Licensing requirements for the State of Louisiana included in the Administrative Code; Title 46 Professional and Occupational Standards Part XXXI. Cosmetologists state that:
A. Any person is qualified to receive a certificate of registration as a registered cosmetologist who: 1. is at least 16 years of age;
2. is of good moral character and temperate habit;
3. has, at the time of completion of the required schooling, the equivalent training as would be contemplated in the satisfactory completion of high school or GED;
4. has taken a course at a licensed school of cosmetic therapy approved by the board;
5. has passed satisfactorily an examination conducted by the board to determine his fitness to receive a certificate of registration as a registered cosmetologist.
B. The referenced course, prerequisite to licensing, may be taken at more than one school, provided the entire curricula
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set forth herein is followed and further provided the student has advised the board in writing of his change of schools and his reason for that change.
C. Number of Hours of Study Required for Standard Cosmetician’s Course being 1500 hours or Teacher Training Course being 500 or more hours.
D. Applicant has passed examination required by the board. These examinations shall include practical and written tests; and shall embrace the subjects normally taught in approved schools.
All students prior to enrollment sign that they received a catalog with the above information contained within and that they understand this information.
Educational Evaluation
Annually, each student will be asked to fill out an evaluation form. Your feedback will help us evaluate and improve our curriculum. The faculty members are interested in your opinions. We want each unit to be as clear and interesting as possible. In addition, the student's progress will be evaluated by the instructor. This evaluation is part of your student record.
Rules and Regulations
All students are expected to maintain a professional standard of conduct while attending school. A complete list of our rules and regulations are available in the handbook or as posted from time to time.
Leave of Absence Policy
Upon written request by the student, the School Administration may grant up to one leave of absence a year, for not less than five (5) days, nor more than one hundred eighty (180) days. Such written requests shall include the beginning and ending dates of the leave of absence, as well as the reason for the leave of absence. Emergency leaves of absence, without prior written request, may be granted provided the student completes the Leave of Absence request form and returns it to the school via mail or in person. All leaves of absences are subject to the following conditions: 1. Only one (1) leave of absence is allowed during a twelve (12) month period of time.
2. Only documented leaves, including medical, will extend the students completion date of their contract.
3. If the absence, regardless of length or reason, results in the student being placed in a class in which he/she did not start prior to absence, and the new class uses significantly different equipment, the student will be required to update his/her equipment as necessary.
4. Students who do not return from a leave of absence will be terminated. The last date of leave will be used as the termination date.
5. The institution may not assess the student any additional institutional charges as a result of the LOA.
6. If a student, who has a student loan, takes a one-hundred-eighty day leave of absence and does not return from the leave, the student will go into immediate repayment on the student loan.
7. A student granted an LOA that meets these criteria is not considered to have withdrawn, and no refund calculation is required at that time.
8. The institution must extend the student’s contract period by the same number of days taken in the LOA. Changes to the contract period on the enrollment agreement must be initialed by all parties or an addendum must be signed and dated by all parties.
9. At an institution required to take attendance, the withdrawal date for the purpose of calculating a refund is always student’s last day of attendance.
The school permits more than one leave of absence in a 12-month period provided that the total number of days of all leave of absences do not exceed 180 days in any 12-month period. The institution treats as an approved leave- 1. One leave of absence subsequent to the initial leave of absence if the subsequent leave of absence does not exceed
180 days (total) and the institution determines, from the student written documentation, that the subsequent leave of absence is necessary due to unforeseen circumstances; and
2. Sequential leaves of absence as approved leave of absence if the student documents that the leave is for jury duty, military reasons or circumstances covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA).
Attendance Policy
The student is expected to attend school daily. Class cuts, tardiness, and chronic absences will not be tolerated by the School.
Tardiness: Any students arriving later than the scheduled time (8:15) may not collect hours for that day unless prior permission is given from the office. Students are expected to allow ample time for travel, bad weather, etc.
An excused absence is one that is due to illness, death in the immediate family, or any other unavoidable circumstance. The school must be notified of the reason for said absence within 24 hours, and the reason must be supported by documentary evidence or said absence will be recorded as unexcused.
Students will be notified of unexpected school closure such as inclement weather by phoning the school.
In all absences, other than leave, which extend the completion date of their contract, the student will be charged an additional tuition for the remaining hours required to graduate. The school will charge additional tuition for hours remaining after the contract ending date at the rate of $304.00 per week, or any part thereof, payable in advance until graduation.
After 14 consecutive days absent (not including leave) excused or unexcused students will be terminated.
Students who fail to pursue the attendance policy outlined in the Rules and Regulations will be withdrawn. Reinstatement to an active status will be considered only when there is sufficient cause.
Friday Mandatory Attendance
Attendance on Friday is mandatory. If you are absent on a Friday, your first day back to school you will have to pay a $20.00 fee to clock in. The day before or after a holiday, the fee will be doubled. This fee will be saved so that periodically, all students that have not been absent on Friday, will put their name in the basket for a drawing of the money collected. Only students with written documentation from a doctor (not stamped notepad) or other documentation approved by the director of education will not be required to pay the $20.00 fee.
Conduct
Students agree to comply with all school rules and regulations, State Laws and Regulations, and education requirements including clinic assignments. Students must comply with the school’s dress code at all times and project a professional image representative of the cosmetology and image industry.
Withdrawal and Termination Policy
Any student wishing to withdraw from school must do so through the Director’s office. Any such withdrawal must be made in writing or in person. When the student is under legal age the notice of withdrawal must be submitted by the parent or guardian. The school may terminate a student’s enrollment for noncompliance with school rules and regulations, the contract, or State Laws and Regulations; improper conduct or action which causes or could cause bodily harm to a client, a student, or employee of the school; willful destruction of the school property; and theft or any illegal act.
Re-Admission Policy
If a student has been terminated or discontinued his/her training and then desires to re-enroll to complete the training, he/she will receive full credit for tuition paid and the hours earned. A new contract that adjusts the completion date will be executed. If the tuition for the remainder of the course has increased, the student will not be charged the increase prorated over the remaining balance of the course. The student is also responsible to pay the cost of updating his/her kit if required. Any previously accrued unpaid charges on the students account must be paid in full upon re-enrollment.
Refund Policy
For applicants who cancel enrollment or students who withdraw from enrollment, a fair and equitable settlement will apply. The following policy will apply to all terminations for any reason, by either party, including student decision, course or program cancellation, or school closure. Any monies due the applicant or students shall be refunded within 45 days of official cancellation or withdrawal.
Official cancellation or withdrawal shall occur on the earlier of the dates that:
1) An applicant is not accepted by the school. The applicant shall be entitled to a refund of all monies paid.
2) A student (or in case of a student under legal age, his/her parent or guardian) cancels his/her enrollment in writing within three business days of signing the enrollment agreement. In this case all monies collected by the school shall be refunded, regardless of whether or not the student has actually started classes.
3) A student cancels his/her enrollment after three business days after signing the contract but prior to starting classes. In these cases he/she shall be entitled to a refund of all monies paid to the school less a registration fee of ($100.00 for cosmetology & teacher training).
4) A student notifies the institution of his/her withdrawal in writing.
5) A student on an approved leave of absence notifies the school that he/she will not be returning. The date of the withdrawal shall be the earlier of the date of expiration of the leave of absence or the date the student notifies the institution that the student will not be returning.
6) A student is expelled by the school. (Unofficial withdrawals will be determined by the institution by monitoring attendance at least every 30 days.)
7) In type 2, 3, 4 or 5, official cancellations or withdrawals, the cancellation date will be determined by the postmark on the written notification, or the date said notification is delivered to the school administrator or owner in person. If a course and/or program is canceled subsequent to a student’s enrollment, and before instruction in the course and /or program has begun, the school shall at its option:
a. Provide a full refund of all monies paid; or
b. Provided completion of the course and/or program.
If a school cancels a course and/or program and ceases to offer instruction after students have enrolled and instruction has begun, the school at its option:
a. Provide a pro rata refund for all student transferring to another school based on the hours accepted by the receiving school; or
b. Provide completion of the course and/or program; or c. Participate in a Teach-Out Agreement; or
d. Provide a full refund of all monies paid.
For students who enroll and begin classes, but withdraw prior to course completion (after three business days of signing the contract), the following schedule of tuition earned by the school applies. All refunds are based on scheduled hours:
Institutional Refund Policy
Percentage of elapsed enrollment Amount of total tuition time to total time of course owed to the school 0.01% to 4.9%... 20% Retained 5% to 9.9%...30% Retained 10% to 14.9%...40% Retained 15% to 24.9%...45% Retained 25% to 49.9%...70% Retained 50% and Over...100% Retained
All refunds will be calculated based on the students last date of attendance. Any monies due a student who withdraws shall be refunded within 45 days of a determination that a student has withdrawn, whether officially or unofficially. In the case of disabling illness or injury, death in the student’s 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 or provide course completion through a pre-arranged agreement with another institution. If the course is canceled subsequent to a student’s enrollment, the school will provide a full refund of all monies paid or completion of the course at a later time. 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 (EG: 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 the enrollment agreement.
Return of Title IV Funds Policy
Students who receive financial assistance from Title IV programs (Federal Pell Grant, Campus-Based Programs, Stafford loans, PLUS loans) and withdraw from school prior to completing more than 60% of the payment period are subject to the Return of Title IV Funds requirements of the United States Department of Education.
The Return of Title IV Funds procedure is as follows:
1) Determine the percentage of the payment period the student completed. To determine the percentage, the number of clock hours, up to and including the student’s last day of attendance is divided by the number of hours in the payment period. Do not count excused absences as completed hours.
(a) If this percentage is greater than 60%, 100% is used in step 3 below.
(b) If this percentage is less than or equal to 60%, determine the clock hours completed in the payment period divided by the clock hours scheduled to be completed as of the date the student withdrew.
(c) If this amount is less than 60%, the percentage from Step 1 above is used in Step 3 below.
(d) If this amount is 60% or greater, the institution will determine the clock hours scheduled to be completed as of the date the student withdrew divided by the total clock hours in the payment period. This amount will be used in Step 3 below.
2) Determine the amount of aid earned by the student. The amount of aid the student earned for the payment period is determined by multiplying the percentage derived from Step 1(a-d), by the total amount of Title IV aid that was disbursed or that could have been disbursed as of the student’s withdrawal date.
3) Compare the amount earned to the amount disbursed. If less aid was disbursed than was earned, the student may receive a post withdrawal disbursement for the difference. If more aid was disbursed than was earned, the difference is refunded back to Title IV programs.
4) Allocate responsibility for returning unearned aid between the school and the student. Students who receive living expenses would be responsible for repayment of any unearned aid. If the student’s share of unearned funds that must returned are attributed to a Title IV Loan program, then repayment will still be based under the terms and conditions of the promissory note. If the student’s share of the unearned funds that must be returned are attributed to a Title IV Grant program, the initial amount to be returned will be reduced by 50%.
5) Distribute the unearned aid back to Title IV programs. Refund Timeline and Refund Allocation
The school will make refunds within 45 calendar days of the date the student officially withdraws, or the date the school determines that the student has unofficially withdrawn. Refunds will be returned in the following order:
1. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans/William Ford Direct Loans 2. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans/William Ford Direct Loans 3. Federal Perkins Loan Program
4. Federal PLUS Loans/Direct PLUS Loans 5. Federal Pell Grant Program
6. Federal SEOG Program 7. Other Title IV Programs
8. Other Federal, State, private or institutional assistance 9. The student
If the student has earned more than was disbursed, he or she may be eligible to receive a post-withdrawal disbursement. If a post-withdrawal disbursement is available, and the funds come from a student loan, the student or parent (in the case of PLUS loans) must authorize (in writing) its disbursement to the institution or to receive the loan funds. The student or parent will have 14 days from the date of the notice to indicate whether he or she wants some or all of the post-withdrawal disbursement. Without written authorization Stage One may not disburse the amount. Authorizations are not needed for a post-withdrawal disbursement of grant funds. Keep in mind, financial aid funds are subject to eligibility requirements. Failure in any way to meet those requirements may deem the student ineligible for some or all of his or her aid regardless of the outcome of the Return of Title IV calculation. The Return of Title IV Policy requirement is separate from the institution’s refund policy. It is possible that a student could in fact owe the school based on Stage One’s refund policy while at the same time having a Return of Title IV funds.
Please be advised that this is only the Return to Title IV refund. Once the school determines the amount of Title IV aid that the school may retain the institution will then calculate the institutional/accrediting agencies refund policy.
Calendar of Enrollment Dates for 2015
January 6 January 20 February 3 February 17 March 3
March 17 March 31 April 14 April 28 May 12
May 26 June 9 June 23 July 7 July 28
August 11 August 25 September 8 September 22 October 6
October 20 November 3 November 17 December 1 December 15
Stage One The Hair School, Inc. retains the right to revise programs of study, hours of classes, the school calendar and any other materials listed in this publication. Changing conditions and requirements may dictate such revisions at any time.
Educational Textbooks
Pivot Point International, Inc. publishes many of the textbooks you will receive during your course of study. These books are filled with step-by-step photographs and illustrations. Supporting audiovisual programs, which relate directly to these textbooks, are used within the classroom. This helps to insure a consistent education. Your textbooks not only give you a solid foundation, they create a reference library which you can use throughout your career.
Tools and Equipment
The tools you will receive are state-of-the-art, professional items designed by artists and educators who believe in precision workmanship. As you progress through each phase of education you will receive an extensive set of equipment that has been designed for optimum learning as well as future in-salon use.
Uniforms
Students are responsible for their own uniforms. Uniforms must be of such material, style, and length as to be in good taste. Women are to wear black scrub pants, closed, low-heeled shoes, and stockings. Men are to wear black scrub pants, socks, and polished closed shoes. Both male and female students are to wear Stage One T-Shirt.
Schedule of Fees Payment Schedule-Cosmetology Tuition $15,250.00 Books/Kit $ 1,650.00 Registration fee $ 100.00 Total Charges $17,000.00
Payment Schedule-Teacher’s Training
Tuition $4,300.00 Books/Kit $ 100.00 Registration fee $ 100.00 Total Charges $4,500.00
Payment Methods
Payment methods are many. Whether through the varied financial aid programs available, private resources, or a combination of methods, each student is treated as an individual and a payment plan best suited for each student will be worked out. Payments made be made by cash, check, credit or payments may be prorated or paid when financial aid disbursements are received.
Campus Crime and Safety
Stage One-The Hair School, Inc. wants to ensure that students, staff, and clients/guests of our campuses are safe and protected at all times. The doors to our business will remain unlocked during regular business hours. Therefore, all occupants are advised to alert school management of anything or any person they feel may be a threat or may hinder the protective work/educational environment. All students and staff have a duty to warn the school’s manager (or an available administrator) of any violation of the school’s policies and procedures that would in any way place the students, staff and/or customers in harm’s way.
All buildings used by Stage One are equipped with fire safety equipment including but not limited to fire extinguishers and smoke detectors. Security alarm systems are also present.
In our effort to provide a safe and protective environment, Stage One students and staff are encouraged to educate themselves on basic safety and crime prevention practices.
Students and/or staff found to be engaging in any kind of criminal activity, including violations of the Drug Free Schools and Communities Act of 1989 will be subject to disciplinary action up to and including expulsion or termination. Crimes will be recorded on the crime report log, which is available for review upon request.
Reporting of Crime Information
Stage One is required to report crime statistics by October 1 each year. The following is a summary of the last three reporting years. There have been no serious crimes on our campus.
Campus Crime and Safety Statistics October 1, 2014
Collection Period 2013 2013 2012 2012 2011 2011
On Public On Public On Public
Campus Property Campus Property Campus Property
Criminal Offenses
Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 0 0 0
Negligent Manslaughter 0 0 0 0 0 0
Sex Offenses - Forcible 0 0 0 0 0 0
Sex Offenses - Non-Forcible 0 0 0 0 0 0
Robbery 0 0 0 0 0 0
Aggravated Assault 0 0 0 0 0 0
Burglary 0 0 0 0 0 0
Motor Vehicle Theft 0 0 0 0 0 0
Larceny 0 0 0 0 0 0
Arson 0 0 0 0 0 0
Arrests/Referrals for Campus Disciplinary Action
Liquor Law Violations 0 0 0 0 0 0
Drug Abuse Violations 0 0 0 0 0 0
Weapons Possessions 0 0 0 0 0 0
Hate Crimes
Murder/Non-negligent manslaughter 0 0 0 0 0 0
Negligent Manslaughter 0 0 0 0 0 0
Sex Offenses - Forcible 0 0 0 0 0 0
Sex Offenses - Non-Forcible 0 0 0 0 0 0
Robbery 0 0 0 0 0 0
Aggravated Assault 0 0 0 0 0 0
Burglary 0 0 0 0 0 0
Motor Vehicle Theft 0 0 0 0 0 0
Larceny 0 0 0 0 0 0
Arson 0 0 0 0 0 0
Simple Assault 0 0 0 0 0 0
Larceny-Theft (Except for Motor Vehicle Theft) 0 0 0 0 0 0
Intimidation 0 0 0 0 0 0
Destruction/Damage/Vandalism 0 0 0 0 0 0
Note: In accordance with the Annual Campus Security and Crime Statistics Report requirements, Stage One will make
the full report available upon request to all current and prospective students as well as employees and prospective employees. To review a complete copy* of the report, please contact the Records Office located at 209 West College Street, Lake Charles, Louisiana, 70605, 337-474-0533.
* Personal information will not be available as required under the FERPA policy of the school unless that information’s disclosure assures the school’s compliance with the Campus Security and Disclosure/Cleary Act and/or if the school needs to provide timely warning.
Stage One is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Students/staff should take actions to reasonably protect their belongings by using lockers, locking drawers and/or otherwise securing their work area.
Educational Faculty
Teaching and Administrative Staff
Stage One-The Hair School, Inc. employs a highly trained and educated staff of individuals who are always willing to use their expertise to assist you. A listing of our staff is included with this catalog. See enclosed insert.
Administrative Offices
Administrative offices include Admissions, Counseling, Financial Aid, Student Records, Educational Director and School Director.
Student Services and Financial Aid Staff
Cissy Guidry………...School Director/Owner
Darrell Guidry………President/Owner/Financial Aid Administration Talia Young……….. Director of Education
Savannah Demmerle.…..Instructor Natasha Gutierrez………Instructor Peggy Guidry………Founder
