COLLEGE OF
COSMETOLOGY
ESTHETICS
&
NAIL TECHNOLOGY
2005
REVISIONS: April 2002; February 2003; September 2003; January 2004; March 2005; August 2005; July
2006; July 2007; March 2010; Effective date July 1, 2011; Effective date July 1, 2013; Effective Date
October 1, 2014;
Volume 13
October 2014
Contents
DAY SPA CAREER COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT ........................................................................... 4
OBJECTIVE ........................................................................................................................................ 4
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT ........................................................................................................... 4
ACCREDITATION ............................................................................................................................... 5
MEMBERSHIPS ................................................................................................................................. 5
SCHOOL HOURS ............................................................................................................................... 5
ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS ........................................................................................................... 6
COURSE PHILOSPHIES ...................................................................................................................... 6
Basic Cosmetology ....................................................................................................................... 6
Instructor Training ....................................................................................................................... 6
Manicuring/Nail Technology ........................................................................................................ 7
Esthetics/Skin Care....................................................................................................................... 7
OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK .............................................................................................................. 7
Cosmetologists ............................................................................................................................. 7
Instructors .................................................................................................................................... 7
Manicurists................................................................................................................................... 7
Estheticians .................................................................................................................................. 7
Course Length .............................................................................................................................. 8
COURSE OUTLINES ........................................................................................................................... 8
Cosmetology Course .................................................................................................................... 8
INSTRUCTOR COURSE .................................................................................................................. 9
MANICURING COURSE ............................................................................................................... 11
ESTHETICS COURSE .................................................................................................................... 13
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS AND DIPLOMA ............................................................................. 14
CANCELLATION/WITHDRAWAL AND REFUND POLICY................................................................... 14
SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP) AND GRADING SYSTEM ........................................... 16
SATISFACTORY ATTENDANCE POLICY ........................................................................................ 18
APPEAL PROCEDURE ...................................................................................................................... 19
FEDERAL STUDENT AID APPLICATIONS .......................................................................................... 20
ELIGIBILITY FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID ........................................................................................ 20
VERIFICATION POLICY .................................................................................................................... 20
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FINANCIAL AID DEPARTMENT ........................................................................................................ 21
STUDENT GREIVANCES ................................................................................................................... 21
TRANSFER STUDENTS ..................................................................................................................... 22
COUNSELING .................................................................................................................................. 22
PRIVACY ACT ................................................................................................................................... 23
RIGHT TO STUDENT RECORDS ........................................................................................................ 23
NON-DISCRIMINATION/HANDICAPPED POLICY ............................................................................. 23
PLACEMENT SERVICES .................................................................................................................... 23
STUDENT HOUSING ........................................................................................................................ 24
TRANSCRIPTS .................................................................................................................................. 24
PARKING ......................................................................................................................................... 24
MAKE UP WORK ............................................................................................................................. 24
ABSENCES/ATTENDANCE................................................................................................................ 24
LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY ............................................................................................................ 25
CONDUCT POLICY ........................................................................................................................... 26
STUDENT CONSUMER RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITY ..................................................................... 26
DRESS CODE.................................................................................................................................... 27
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER CERTIFICATION .................................................................................... 28
ADDENDUMS .................................................................................................................................. 29
A – F ............................................................................................................................................ 29
ADDENDUM A................................................................................................................................. 30
Veterans Administration Students ............................................................................................. 30
ADDENDUM B ................................................................................................................................. 31
Administrative Staff .................................................................................................................... 31
ADDENDUM C ................................................................................................................................. 33
School Rules................................................................................................................................ 33
ADDENDUM D ................................................................................................................................ 38
2012 Start Dates and Holidays ................................................................................................... 38
ADDENDUM E ................................................................................................................................. 39
Tuition Breakdown ..................................................................................................................... 40
ADDENDUM F ................................................................................................................................. 42
REFUND POLICY FOR FEDERAL TITLE IV FUNDED PROGRAMS ................................................... 42
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DAY SPA CAREER COLLEGE MISSION STATEMENT
The Mission of Day Spa Career College is to provide students with
a high quality educational experience and to promote the
development of each students' maximum potential.
The college
will accomplish this mission through outstanding curricula, and
by utilizing state of the art training materials and equipment
technology, and through employment of professionally diverse
highly qualified instructors and specialty demonstrators.
This
institution will comply with and attempt to exceed all state and
national accreditation standards.
OBJECTIVE
The primary Objective of Day Spa Career College is to produce for
the profession, knowledgeable and skilled individuals who can
master the art and science of Cosmetology, to instill in the
student the importance of good public relations and to impress
upon them the effects of good business techniques and practices.
To provide students with a high quality educational experience
and to promote the development of each student’s maximum
potential in the field of Cosmetology, culminating with the
student’s preparedness to take and pass the Mississippi State
Board Examination for licensure, and to enter the workforce with
above average entry level skills.
Day Spa career College is dedicated to providing a positive
educational experience that the student will carry with them
throughout their personal and professional lives.
Additional Objectives are:
A. To develop technical abilities to the highest level of each
student;
B. To counsel each student in the variety of opportunities
within the field;
C. To develop professional qualities within each student;
D. To introduce and teach the techniques involved in the latest
products, equipment and styling trends; and
E. To fulfill all requirements of the Mississippi State Board
of Cosmetology.
FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT
Day spa Career College is a modern facility designed to afford
maximum support of the teaching and learning environment.
The
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school has an executive office, a theory room (consisting of
various types of audio visual training aids, charts, tablet arm
chairs and a comprehensive library of books and periodicals
available for checkout via a faculty member), laboratories and
clinic
areas
(consisting
of
work
stations,
sterilizers,
dispensary for supplies and chemicals, shampoo bowls, manicuring
tables, manikins and dryers for all practical applications and
demonstrations). The support areas, including the student lounge
with its microwave, refrigerator and various vending machines and
the linen laundry facilities are well appointed and round out
these modern facilities.
ACCREDITATION
Day Spa Career College is an accredited educational facility. We
are
currently
accredited
by
the
Council
on
Occupational
Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta,
Georgia
30350, 770-396-3898 and by the State of Mississippi
Board of Cosmetology, located in Jackson, MS.
The college is
currently approved by the US Department of Education to
participate in the Federal Pell Grant Program as of June 30, 2004
and the Direct Loan Program. The school also has the approval of
the Mississippi State Vocation Rehabilitation Department, and the
Veterans Administration.
Prospective students may contact the Admissions Director at any
time during normal business hours to review the accrediting
documents and the State License.
MEMBERSHIPS
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Council on Occupational Education
The Mississippi Cosmetology School Association
SCHOOL HOURS
Classes are conducted Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 3:30
p.m.
Night Classes are not being offered at this time.
A full time schedule is 30 clock hours per week.
Students are
allowed a 30 minute lunch break with a 10 minute break in the
morning and afternoon.
These breaks are dependent upon clinic
clientele at Instructors discretion.
School Holidays may be found in the Addendum to this Student
Handbook.
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ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Day Spa Career College admits as regular Cosmetology, Manicuring
or Esthetics students:
A. High School Graduates;
B. Holders of High School Graduation Equivalency Certificates
{GED}
All applicants must submit the required Mississippi State Board
of Cosmetology enrollment form and student certification,
provided by the school, a valid driver’s license or a state
issued ID, a social security card, proof of education, (must be
an original document diploma or certified transcript).
These
items MUST BE presented to the Admissions Director upon
registration.
Applicants for the Teacher Training course must
hold a GED or have a high school diploma must submit the original
diploma along with a copy of their CURRENT ACTIVE Cosmetologist
License. All Instructor Trainee students must have satisfactorily
completed 12 Credit Hours in approved Methods of Teaching
classes. The State Board will not mail the original diploma,
transcript or GED back to the student. Students will be allowed
to enroll up to one week after published start dates.
The school accepts for training, clients of the Mississippi State
Rehabilitation Benefits. Prospective students wishing to enroll
under this program must first contact the organization sponsoring
the program.
COURSE PHILOSPHIES
Each course of student offered by the school is designed to
provide a broad base to maximize the employability of its
graduates.
Detailed objectives may be found in the Course
Outlines.
Basic Cosmetology
. . . to develop in each student a basic knowledge and techniques in
developing skills in hairdressing, hair shaping, permanent
waving, hair relaxing, hair coloring and lightening, facial
makeup, manicuring and other related cosmetology subjects.
Instructor Training
. . . to develop in each student instructor the skills and techniques
related to the teaching of Cosmetology, Esthetics and/or Nail
Technology. To provide supervised practical experience for each
student instructor in the training of Cosmetology, Esthetics
and/or Nail Technology.
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Manicuring/Nail Technology
. . . to develop in each student theoretical and applicable knowledge
and skill in the actual practice of manicuring and Pedi curing
necessary for successful entry and continual employment in the
manicuring profession.
Esthetics/Skin Care
. . . to develop in each student theoretical and applicable knowledge
and skills in the actual practice of skin care, with and without
the use of machines and in the art of makeup necessary for
successful entry into and continual employment in the Skin Care
Profession.
OCCUPATIONAL OUTLOOK
Cosmetologists
. . . are licensed to work in a salon or their own salon business.
A cosmetologist may give manicures, scalp and facial treatments,
cut and style hair, chemically wave and straighten hair and style
wigs and hairpieces. In addition, a licensed Cosmetologist could
be employed as a Permanent Wave Specialist, a Color Technician, a State Board
Inspector, a Theatrical Hair/Makeup Artist or a Beauty Supply Sales Person.
Instructors
. . . are licensed to teach all phases of Cosmetology to students in
a Cosmetology School or to own their own school. Additionally, a
licensed Cosmetology Instructor could be employed as a Styles
Director, a State Board Member, a Manufacturer’s Representative,
a Beauty Products Supervisor or a Platform Artist for a Beauty
Supply Manufacturer.
Manicurists
. . . are licensed to work in a salon or open their own nail salon
business. A manicurist can give plan ad hot oil manicures, care
for the cuticles and give complete beauty advice for the
appearance of a client’s hands and feet. In addition, a licensed
Manicurist could be employed as a Nail Technician or a Nail
Artist.
Estheticians
. . . are licensed to work in a salon or open their own skin care
business, give plan and machine facials, apply makeup and
corrective makeup, do non surgical face lifts and give overall
beauty advice and care for the client’s skin.
In addition, a
licensed Esthetician could be employed as a Merchandising Manager
or
Salesperson,
a
Cosmetic
Buyer,
A
manufacturer’s
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Representative, a Trade Technician,
periodical or as a Beauty Therapist.
a
Beauty
Editor
of
a
Course Length
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Cosmetology 1500 clock hours (50 weeks)
Instructor Trainee 600 clock hours., 750 hrs., 2000 hrs.,
(25 – 62 weeks)
Manicurist 350 clock hours (12 weeks)
Esthetician 650 clock hours (22 weeks)
COURSE OUTLINES
Cosmetology Course
This course is for students who are pursuing the 1500 hours
curriculum to obtain a Cosmetologist License issued by the
Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology. The course covers basic
knowledge and hair shaping, permanent waving, hair relaxing, hair
coloring, facial makeup and thermal heat pressing and curling.
The student will receive a basic understanding of science,
business management and state law as it relates to Cosmetology.
Classroom lectures, demonstrations, mannequin practice, visual
and audio aids and contrived salon experiences are included.
With basic skills and knowledge of cosmetology, student will have
an opportunity to become familiar with the responsibilities that
Cosmetologists must assume in the profession and the various
working conditions and environments that they will encounter on
the job.
Description:
This course is designed to provide the potential
Cosmetologist with an insight into the artistic and esthetic
needs of the Cosmetologist, the art of hair care and design, the
art of manicuring and doing facials and the knowledge o how to
secure current information to serve the public as a Licensed
Cosmetologist.
Text: “Salon Fundamentals”
Illinois, 2010 edition.
Pivot Point International, Chicago,
Objectives: Upon completion of this course the student will be
able to:
A. Do techniques of hair styling and care using a mannequin;
B. List four sources of securing current information in the
professional field of Cosmetology; and
C. Demonstrate their knowledge and skill to become a licensed
Cosmetologist by written examination and performance test.
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Units of Instruction:
Part 1
Theory Essentials
Part 2 Hair Services
Part 3
Nail and Skin Services
Part 4
The Business of Cosmetology
Curriculum:
Haircutting,
wiggery,
hair
designs,
waves,
curls
combouts................................................... 280 hours
Hairstyling............................................ 240 hours
Shampoo and rinse ...................................... 88 hours
Coloring, tinting and bleaching ........................180 hours
Permanent wave and hair relaxing ...................... 240 hours
State Board rules .....................................
16 hours
Safety measures, shop management, retailing, people skills,
client consultation ................................
80 hours
Anatomy, physiology bacteriology......................
174 hours
Skin care, hair care, facial massages and treatment...
154 hours
Basic manicuring.....................................
48 hours
TOTAL .......................
1500 hours
After classroom instruction, mannequin practice, and 240 clock
hours of progress, the student advances to the Junior Department.
After classroom instruction, mannequin practice, and clinic
participation, for additional 800 hours of progress, the student
takes the National Theory Exam and advances to the Senior
Department.
INSTRUCTOR COURSE
This course is for students who are pursuing a 750 hour or 2000
hours curriculum to obtain a Teaching License issued by the
Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology. Following sound training
principles, the program provides an opportunity for each student
instructor to observe and assist experienced instructors in the
performance of their duties, to do skill demonstrations, to
supervise practice teaching and to student the principles of
teaching.
The program permits 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.
This course of student is
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planned to present a program for the training of the personnel
required to supply the need.
Description:
The program has classroom training in the science
of teaching, teacher assistance and observation, performance of
demonstrations and supervised practice teaching.
Text: “Milady’s Professional Instructor Training Manual”, for
Cosmetology,
Barber-Styling
and
Nail
Technology,
Milady
Publishing Corporation, Bronx, New York 2010 edition; Milady
Master Educator's Guide 2006 Edition; Mindful teaching: 4 Phases
of Interactive Teaching, Pivot Point International; 2006 Edition;
Instructor's Guide Co-Ed-Co.
Objectives: Upon completion of this course the student will be
trained to master the subject matter and to be able to impart
this knowledge to others by using the latest teaching principles
and to become one who sincerely cares for the education of each
student.
Units of Instruction:
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Unit 1 Introduction: The Challenge of Teaching
Unit 2 Characteristics of Teaching
Unit 3 Students and Learning
Unit 4 Developing a Course of Study
Unit 5 Planning for Effective Instruction
Unit 6 Methods and Processes of Teaching
Unit 7 Instructional Aids
Unit 8 Evaluating Student Performance
Unit 9 Creating a Positive Classroom Environment
Unit 10 Conclusion:
Reflection and Vision in
Education
Unit 11 Teaching Aids
Unit 12 Testing
Unit 13 Classroom Management
Unit 14 Teaching Adults
Unit 15 classroom Problems
Unit 16 School Administration and Management
Unit 17 Clearance and Preparation for Board Exam
Unit 18 How to Seek and Obtain Employment
Unit 19 Current Licensing Requirements
Note:
To maintain an Active Teacher License,
Mississippi mandates that instructors attend
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the State of
a Continuing
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Education Seminar, sanctioned by the State, a minimum of once
every two years.
Curriculum:
Theory Observation
12 hours
Skill Observation
68 hours
181 hours
164 hours
437 hours
99 hours
264 hours
Methods, Management and Materials 332 hours
885 hours
Testing and Evaluation
65 hours
174 hours
Cosmetology Law, Rules and Regs
10 hours
The Professional Teacher
Student Motivation and Learning
TOTAL HOURS
750 hours
32 hours.
27 hours
2000 hours
MANICURING COURSE
This course is for the student seeking a 350 hour curriculum to
obtain a Manicurist License issued by the Mississippi State Board
of Cosmetology. The course will prepare the student to enter the
field of Manicuring, Nail Care and Nail Artistry.
Description: The course of study will cover such areas as
disorders of the nail and safety procedures to prepare the
student to service the consumer.
In addition, the course will
include information o preparing a resume for seeking an obtaining
employment.
Text: “The art and Science of Nail Technology: Milady Publishing
Corporation, Bronx, New York.
Objectives: Do a manicure in 30 minutes, do hand and arm massage,
do a pedicure in 45 minutes, do foot and leg massage, repair
damaged nails, apply nail tips and sculptured nails and do other
related services as required by the consumer in reasonable time
frames based on their individual needs.
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Your Professional Image
Bacteria and Other Infectious Agents
Sanitation
Safety in the Salon
Anatomy and Physiology
The Nail and It’s Disorders
The Skin and It’s Disorders
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8 Client Consultation
9 Manicuring
10 Pedicuring
11 Nail Tips
12 Nail Wraps
13 Acrylic Nails
14 The Creative Touch
15 Salon Business
16 Selling Nail Products and Services
17 Preparing for a Job Interview
18 Selling Nail Products and Services
Curriculum:
Hours
Introduction.....................................
2
Bacteriology ....................................
1.5
Sterilization and Sanitation.....................
12
Hygiene and Personality..........................
3
Procedures for Pedicures.........................
13
Bones of the Hand and Arm........................
4
Manicuring.......................................
22.5
Muscles of the Hand and Arm......................
4
The Skin.........................................
4
Wraps and Acrylics..................................
23
Nail Wraps and Repairs..............................
20
Gel nails...........................................
3
Professional Ethics.................................
4
Nail Art............................................
10
Salon Business, Records.............................
23
State Law, rules & Regs.............................
4
Practice Labs/Clinic................................
197
TOTAL
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ESTHETICS COURSE
This course is for the student pursuing a 650 hour curriculum for
obtaining an Esthetician License from the Mississippi State Board
of Cosmetology.
Description: THE Esthetics course is designed to provide the
potential Esthetician with insight into the artistic and
practical skills required of the Skin Care Specialist that they
may service the needs of the consumer.
Texts: “The Standard Textbook for Professional
Milady Publishing Corporation, Bronx, New York.
Estheticians”,
Objectives:
Upon completion of this course the student will be
able to build a successful career in the area of skin care.
Units of Instruction:
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Unit 1 Career Opportunities
Unit 2 Your Professional Image
Unit 3 A History of Skin Care and the Use o Cosmetics
Unit 4 Bacteriology
Unit 5 Sterilization, Disinfection and Safety in the Salon
Unit 6 Cells, anatomy, and Physiology
Unit 7 disorders of the Skin, Dermatology and Special
Esthetic Procedures
Unit 8 Chemistry for Estheticians
Unit 9 Ingredient and product Analysis
Unit 10 Nutrition and the Health of the Skin
Unit 11 Client Consultation and Skin analysis
Unit 12 Client Preparation and Draping
Unit 13 Cleansing the Skin
Unit 14 Techniques for Professional Massage
Unit 15 Mask Therapy in Facial Treatments
 Unit 16 facial treatments with the Aid of Machines
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Electricity,
Machines
and
Apparatus
for
Professional Skin Care
 Unit 18 Facial Treatment with the Aid of Machines
 Unit 19 Removing Unwanted hair
 Unit 20 Enemies of the Skin, Aging Factors, and Cosmetic
Surgery
 Unit 21 Male Skin Care and Grooming
 Unit 22 Esthetics and Aromatherapy
 Unit 23 Advanced Topics in Esthetics
 Unit 24 Estheticians Working with Physicians
 Unit 25 Color Theory
 Unit 26 Professional Makeup Techniques
 Unit 27 The Salon Business
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 Unit 28 Selling Products and Services
Curriculum:
Hours
Professional Practices.......................
100
Science......................................
200
Facial Treatments............................
200
Hair Removal.................................
25
Makeup.......................................
100
Body Treatments..............................
25
Total...................................
650 hours
GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS AND DIPLOMA
Students will be eligible for the State of Mississippi Board of
Cosmetology Licensing Examination when they have:
A. Completed 1500 hours of Cosmetology training or
Cosmetology License; or
B. Completed 750 or 2000 hours of Instructor Training for
Teachers License; or
C. Completed 350 hours of Manicurist Training for
Manicurist License; or
D. Completed 650 hours of Esthetician Training for
Esthetician License; or
E. Passed the school’s written and practical examinations;
F. Completed all required credits and clinical experiences;
G. Made satisfactory progress in all units;
H. Satisfied their financial obligation to the school; and
I. Exhibit satisfactory knowledge and performance skills as
forth in the specific course objectives.
the
the
the
the
set
CANCELLATION/WITHDRAWAL AND REFUND POLICY
1. If the student is rejected for training by the school, the
student will receive a 100% refund of all monies paid.
2. If the guarantor or student (if the student is of minor age)
cancels the Enrollment Agreement in writing within three (3)
business days of signing the Agreement, regardless of
whether or not the student has actually started training,
the student will be entitled to a 100% refund of all fees
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3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
paid with the exception of the $100.00 registration fee.
This fee is non-refundable after the prospective student has
completed an enrollment application and the admission
process has begun.
If after three (3) business days, but
prior to starting class, the student wishes to withdraw,
they will be entitled to a refund of the tuition paid to the
school, less the Registration fee, as specifically stated in
the school contract, not to exceed 15% of the total price of
the course, but in no event may the school retain more than
$100.00 pursuant to State Law.
Any Sums paid to the school herein shall be subject to the
following refund policy:
 During the first 10% of the period of financial
obligation, the institution shall refund at least 90%
of the tuition;
 After the first 10% of the period of financial
obligation and until the end of the first 25% of the
period of obligation, the institution shall refund at
least 50% of the tuition;
 After the first 25% of the period of financial
obligation and until the end of the first 50% of the
period of obligation, the institution shall refund at
least 25% of the tuition; and,
 After the first 50% of the period of financial
obligation, the institution may retain all of the
tuition.
If the student is of minor age, guarantor must make notice
of termination.
Refunds will be made within forty five (45) days after the
school has determined that the student has withdrawn from
classes.
Enrollment time is defined as the time elapsed between the
actual starting date and the student’s last day of physical
attendance in school.
The postmark on the written
notification determines cancellation or termination date or
the date notice of cancellation is delivered to the school
administration in person.
In cases of leaves of absence,
regardless of duration, the termination date is the last
date of attendance. Refunds are due within forty five (45)
days of that date.
If the student fails to notify the
school of withdrawal, the school must terminate on the 14th
day and refund to the student within forty five (45) days of
the termination.
When the student requests a transfer to another school, the
school may charge a reasonable fee, not to exceed $150.00
In the case of student prolonged illness or accident, death
in the family or other circumstances that make it
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impractical to complete the course, the school shall make a
settlement, which is reasonable and fair to both parties.
9. In the event the student wishes to withdraw or is terminated
after three (3) business days, the student is not entitled
to a refund on books, supplies, materials and incidental
fees. These items are refundable prior to the three (3) day
cutoff.
10.
If
the
school is permanently closed and no longer offering
instruction, after the student has enrolled, the students
shall be entitled to a pro-rata refund of tuition.
11.
If
a
course is cancelled subsequent to the student’s enrollment,
the school shall at its option: 1) provide completion of the
course at another location with the students’ approval or 2)
provide a full refund of all monies paid.
12.
If
a
student is participating under any Federal Student Financial
Aid programs then a Federal Return to Title IV refund Policy
will apply.
Please read Addendum E of this catalog for
details.
13.
All
overtime charges will be determined upon completion of the
course of study and must be paid before a final transcript
of hours clocked will be transmitted to the MS State Board
of Cosmetology.
Any student with unpaid overtime charges
will be reported to State Board as a zero hour completer.
14.
The
school has and maintains a policy for the refund of unused
portion of tuition, fees, and other changes on a pro rata
basis in the event the eligible person fails to enter the
course or withdraws or is discontinued at any time prior to
completion.
Progress reports will be made available to each student to
inform them of their attendance percentage at that time.
SATISFACTORY ACADEMIC PROGRESS (SAP) AND GRADING SYSTEM
At Day Spa Career College academic progress is not measured in
grades
alone.
Instruction
at
each
school
is
highly
individualized.
As a result, progress toward the course
objective is most accurately measured by faculty evaluations
which are based upon data gained through daily individual
faculty/student interaction.
The standard is the same whether
the student is receiving Federal Financial Aid or not.
The
components of progress which weigh equally in student evaluation
are:
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A. Attendance;
B. Grades;
C. Adherence to rules and Regulations.
Poor performance in any of the above areas could warrant having
the student placed on probation or being dismissed from school.
In each case the professional judgment of the teaching staff,
Educational Director and the chief Executive Officer will decide
whether or not a student is progressing satisfactorily toward the
chosen course objective.
Day Spa Career College will use the following grading system for
Written and Practical:
Excellent (A)
95 – 100
Good (B)
85 – 94
Passing (C)
75 – 84
Unsatisfactory (F)
Below 75
As a result of the close daily contact of students and faculty,
the students are evaluated on a continuing basis.
Students are
tested each week. The faculty members evaluate their scores and
overall performance each week.
These daily and weekly
evaluations are cumulative grades and compiled on Monthly
Progress Reports which are given to the students. A student is
considered to be making satisfactory progress if they demonstrate
the following:
A. Adherence
to
their
proposed
attendance
schedule
by
maintaining a 67% or above average monthly attendance;
B. Maintenance of a cumulative theory grade average and a
cumulative lab grade average of 75% or above; and
C. Adherence to the school’s rules and regulations.
Any student failing to meet the above requirements will not be
making satisfactory academic progress.
Satisfactory Academic
Progress is determined by the forms that are generated by
Student Records software.
SAP is checked at 450, 900, 1200
and 1500 actual hours for cosmetology students; 150 and 300
actual hours for manicure students; 325 and 650 actual hours
for esthetician students; 375 and 750 actual hours for
instructor training program.
If at the beginning of the second payment period, the student
is not making SAP, he/she will be placed on financial aid
warning for that payment period and will still be entitled to
receive Federal funds.
The student’s progress will be
reevaluated at the end of the financial aid warning period.
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To be removed from warning status, a student must maintain a
75% or better grade point average, must not miss more than 5
days of unexcused absences and must maintain a 67% or above
average monthly attendance. If at the beginning of the next
payment period, student continues in unsatisfactory progress
they will enter financial aid suspension and Title IV funds
may not be disbursed for this payment period. Student will be
able to file an appeal following the Appeal procedure found in
this school policy.
If appeal is won by the student, he/she
will follow the guidelines set forth by the Appeal committee,
and Title IV funding will be reinstated for one payment
period.
If student is unsuccessful in the Appeal Process,
remaining tuition owed will be the responsibility of the
student.
In addition, students are making satisfactory progress as long
as the course objectives for graduating are completed within
1½ times the stated course length.
Students going over 1½
program length will NOT be able to receive Title IV Assistance
for the payment periods that remain on their scheduled award.
SATISFACTORY ATTENDANCE POLICY
A student must maintain a 67% monthly attendance. This
percentage is checked monthly and disclosed on the monthly
progress report.
The first month a student drops below 67% attendance he/she will
be placed on Financial Aid Attendance Warning for the second
month. If at the end of the second month they continue below 67%
attendance he/she will be placed on Financial Aid Attendance
Probation. If at the end of the third month they continue to
fall below 67% attendance , he/she will be terminated from Day Spa Career College.
At this time a student may file an appeal using the Appeal Procedure in this policy. If appeal is
won by the student, he/she will follow the guidelines set forth by the Appeal Committee and
student may return to school.
MAXIMUM TIME FRAMES
Cosmetology………………………………………..…………………………………...2250 hours/ 18 months
Teacher Training……………………………………...…………………………….1125 hours/ 7 months
Manicuring…………………………………………….……………………………..………..525 hours/ 5 months
Esthetics……………………………………………………..…………………………………..975 hours/ 9 months
A leave of absence may extend the student’s contract period and
maximum time frame by the same number of days in the leave of
absence.
The student will return in the same status at which
he/she departed. Course incomplete, repetitions, and non-credit
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remedial courses have no effect on satisfactory progress because
Day Spa Career College does not offer them.
APPEAL PROCEDURE
Any student whose training has been interrupted for failing to
make satisfactory academic progress may file an appeal to the
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)for reentry.
A student who wishes
to file an appeal of the school’s decision must do so with the
CEO within ten (10) days of receiving the decision. The CEO will
present the appeal to the Financial Aid Committee for review.
The Committee may call the student forward for further
investigation of the circumstances.
Mitigating circumstances
that may be evaluated are:
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Illness of student or immediate family;
Death of family member;
Student’s injury or illness or other circumstances that
result in undue hardship to the student;
 A learning disability documented in writing by a qualified
Physician.
The student must also include one or more of these circumstances
in his/her appeal letter.
The student must submit information
regarding why the student failed to make Satisfactory Academic
Progress and what has changed in the student’s situation that
will allow the student to demonstrate Satisfactory Academic
Progress in the next evaluation period.
If a student has a
documented learning disability, special tutoring may be offered
to keep student in satisfactory academic progress or help student
to return to Satisfactory Academic Progress.
The Committee will report their findings to the CEO for their
final decision. The decision of the CEO is final.
After
determination is made the student will be notified, in writing of
the committee’s decision. A student’s aid will be continued only
if an appeal is won
If the student is granted a probationary enrollment period by the
committee, it shall be for one payment period.
The student’s responsibility during the probationary period will
be as follows:
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Student must complete all lab work assigned by committee;
Student must complete all failing tests with a grade of 85%
or above;
Student must maintain satisfactory attendance; as set forth
by the Appeal Committee
(minimum attendance percentage is
67%)
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FEDERAL STUDENT AID APPLICATIONS
A student wishing to apply for federal financial aid may pick up
a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) from Day Spa
Career College. Students may also fill out an application online
at www.fafsa.ed.gov.
Students planning to apply will need to
bring certain personal financial information that will be
necessary to complete the application.
Day Spa Career College has a Financial Aid Director and an
Admissions Director who will be glad to help students complete
the application.
ELIGIBILITY FOR FEDERAL STUDENT AID
To be eligible for Title IV assistance at Day spa Career College,
an applicant must meet certain general eligibility requirements.
The applicant must:
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Have a high school diploma or GED certificate;
Be enrolled as a regular student in an eligible program;
Be a US citizen or eligible non citizen;
Have a social security number;
Maintain satisfactory academic progress;
Sign a statement of educational purpose/certification
statement on refunds and default;
Register with Selective Service, if required.
VERIFICATION POLICY
Day Spa Career College has developed the following policies and
procedures for the verification of information provided by
applicants for Federal Title IV student financial aid:
1. Only those students selected for verification by the U.S.
Department of Education (ED) or those with conflicting
information in their records will be required to submit
supporting documentation.
In most cases, the required
documentation consists of a completed Verification worksheet
and a signed Tax Return Transcript from Internal Revenue
Service from the prior year. Any conflicting information in
the student’s file must be resolved before any financial aid
may be disbursed, regardless of the student’s verification
status.
2. No federal Pell Grant, Campus Based, or Subsidized
Direct/Stafford Loan funds will be disbursed prior to the
completion of verification.
3. A Stafford Student Loan application will be certified by the
institution prior to the completion of verification.
However, the student only has 45 days from the time the
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check arrives at the institution to provide the necessary
documentation.
If verification is not completed by that
time, the check must be returned to the lender.
A Direct
Stafford loan will be originated until all verification has
been completed.
Students eligible to receive a Pell Grant, Campus Based aid
or a Subsidized Direct Loan will have until 120 days after
their last day of attendance or by the deadline published in
the Federal register each year (deadline is usually around
the end of September) whichever is earlier, to complete
verification.
However, in the interim, the student must
have made arrangements with the school for payment of all
tuition and fees due, or risk termination from our school.
After the aforementioned period, all financial aid that
might have been due is forfeited.
All students will be notified on a timely basis if they were
selected for verification and what supporting documentation
is required. At that time, the student will be informed of
the time parameters and the consequences of not completing a
verification cycle. The institution will notify the student
of results of the verification process and any other
documentation will be needed.
The institution will assist
the student in correcting any information that is inaccurate
and will notify the student via award letter if an award
changes. The institution will use as its reference the most
recent Verification Guide supplied by the ED.
If the student receives an overpayment based on inaccurate
or conflicting information on any application and refuses to
correct the information or repay the Federal funds after
being counseled by the institution, the school will refer
the case to ED for resolution.
Unless required by ED, no
further Federal financial aid will be disbursed to the
student.
The financial aid file must be documented with the date that
verification is completed. Subsidized Stafford Loan checks
will not be released prior to this date.
FINANCIAL AID DEPARTMENT
The financial aid office is located at 3900 Bienville Blvd.,
Ocean Springs, MS. It is open Tuesday – Thursday 9 – 4:00.
Students and prospective students may obtain forms, budgets and
any other information during regular office hours. Students may
contact the Financial Aid Director at the Financial Aid Office
{228} 875-0875 any time during Financial Aid Office business
hours.
STUDENT GREIVANCES
A student who has a grievance concerning any of the school
policies, grading system, student conduct, dress code, or
termination procedures may file a written request for a review
with the CEO. A written reply will be made within ten (10) days
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of receipt by the CEO or her designated representative. If the
matter cannot be resolved in this manner, the student may forward
the grievance to: MS State Board of Cosmetology, Post Office Box
55689, Jackson, MS 39296-5689 or to The Commission of the
Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building
300 Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350, phone 770-396-3898 or fax 770396-3790.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
DSCC accepts transfer students with previous credit from a licensed school providing, the
following criteria are met:
A. A student wishing to transfer must first satisfy their financial obligation to the school
from which they are transferring; and
B. the student must submit to the State Board a written, notarized request for transfer.
This request must name the old school and the new school and give the reason for transferring.
If the State Board approves the transfer, the student will be enrolled at DSCC.
Tuition charges to transfer students will be determined by the hourly rate of the program in
which they are enrolling. Rates are also for students who need additional training and/or
extended training. An enrollment fee of $100.00 is also required. The maximum amount of
hours this institution will accept in transfer of hours is 700 hours and students are accepted
under the same guidelines as students with 0 hours.
COUNSELING
As a result of the close daily contact of students and faculty,
the students are evaluated on a continuing basis. Students are
tested each week, and their scores and overall performances are
evaluated by the faculty members. These daily and weekly
evaluations are compiled on the Monthly Progress Reports which
are given to the students. Individual and private counseling
sessions are held monthly after the Student Progress Reports have
been printed. In addition to academic counseling these sessions
may cover such areas as personal and social behavior, financial
matters, study habits, grooming and other items. Should the
student fail to achieve the minimum passing grades or fail to
meet other fundamental standards of the school, they shall be
counseled at that point in time. A student may request a
counseling session at any time during enrollment. A record of
each counseling session shall be made, signed by both the faculty
counselor and the student and retained in the student’s academic
file. If the student is under the legal age of majority, the
counseling session shall be held with the student’s parent or
guardian. Quarterly drug and alcohol awareness and Campus
Security lectures are given complying with federal regulations.
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PRIVACY ACT
Day Spa Career College guarantees their students (either actively
enrolled or previously in attendance) the right of access to
their files. Files are maintained both in the school and the
Administrative Office. The administrative office maintains files
relative to the federally funded financial aid program. A
responsible representative of DSCC will, upon request, review a
student’s file with him or her assist in the interpretation of
the student’s records and answer all questions.
RIGHT TO STUDENT RECORDS
DSCC protects the invasion of privacy rights of its students and
staff by releasing only information that is legally required.
Information of a personal nature is released only in written
instructions of the student or the parent/guardian if the student
is a minor. DSCC must, however, make its student files available
to certified, accrediting, regulatory, and other governing
agencies, that have the legal right to examine such files for
their compliance visits. Agencies requiring information from
school records must make a written request which will become a
part of the student’s permanent file. Only copies of original
documents will be removed from the school. No portion of a file
may be removed or reproduced without the permission of an officer
of DSCC. Cumulative educational records are maintained by the
school for a minimum of 5 years.
NON-DISCRIMINATION/HANDICAPPED POLICY
DSCC complies with the Civil Rights Act of 1974, as amended,
which prohibits discrimination based on sex, race, religion,
color, age or national origin. The schools also comply with the
Rehabilitation Act of 1973 which, “that no qualified person, by
reason or handicap will be excluded from enrolling in the course
of instruction”. The school will work with a handicapped
applicant to ensure that needed or special services are
available. Handicapped parking and entrances as well as restroom
facilities are available for clients.
PLACEMENT SERVICES
Upon the successful completion of a course, the student may
register for any employment assistance with the Placement
Officer. The Placement Officer will make the best effort to place
students. Alumni are also eligible for placement assistance.
The Placement Officer maintains files on all students requesting
placement services. The Placement Officer will assist the
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student in organizing personal information for their resume’. The
Placement Officer also will work with students in preparing them
in interviewing techniques.
The student is advised that the law prohibits any college or
school from guaranteeing placement as an inducement to enter said
school.
STUDENT HOUSING
DSCC does not provide student dormitory facilities, but the Chief
Executive Officer will help out-of-town students with securing
satisfactory housing facilities. It is requested that the
student contact the CEO at 3900 Bienville Boulevard, Ocean
Springs, MS, at least thirty (30) days prior to enrollment for
assistance with housing arrangements.
TRANSCRIPTS
Students may obtain a transcript from the Business Office upon
request if they have fulfilled their financial obligation to the
school. The cost is $2.00 per request.
PARKING
Free parking is readily available on the school campus.
MAKE UP WORK
Students may be granted the privilege of makeup work at the
convenience of the school and with the permission of the school
Educational Director or Senior Instructor. At the completion of
the course, as determined by the scheduled graduation date on the
Enrollment Agreement, students must have all makeup work
completed. Any time after the scheduled graduation date, the
students will be charged the hourly rate listed on their
Enrollment Agreement for hours needed to complete the course
after subtracting allowed absences or grace period and any leaves
of absence.
ABSENCES/ATTENDANCE
All students must call in prior to 9 a.m. and inform the school
or Instructor that you will be absent for the day. Please leave
a message on voice mail with date and time of absence. Unexcused
absences on Friday, Saturday or the day before a holiday will
result in Tuesday suspension. A student is allowed four (4)
tardy’s per month. Beginning with the 5th tardy, you will be sent
home each and every tardy thereafter. If a student is after 9:10
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a.m., they will not be allowed to clock in until 10:30 a.m. NO
EXCEPTIONS!
As noted above, the student will be charged at the hourly rate
indicated on the Enrollment Agreement after absences of 120, 65
or 35 clock hours have accumulated and the contract expiration
date has passed. The Business Office must be contacted in the
event the student will be absent for any period longer than three
(3) school days. The student may call, write a note or contact
the Business Office personally. Upon returning to class the
student must submit a written statement regarding absence. Daily
reports are accurately kept of students’ attendance. Students
must attend school regularly. If a student does not attend
school during their scheduled hours and has not been excused for
extenuating circumstances, such absence shall be considered an
unexcused absence and so recorded on the students’ monthly
progress reports. Because contact with the public is very
important, tardiness and unexcused absences will be considered
cause for possible interruption of training. A STUDENT WILL BE
TERMINATED IF THEY EXCEED 14 CONSECUTIVE DAYS OF ABSENCES!
LEAVE OF ABSENCE POLICY
The Day Spa Career College will grant one Leave of Absence
in a 12 month period, not to exceed 180 days, provided the
following guidelines are followed:
 It is the only leave of absence granted to the students in a
12 month period (see exceptions listed below);
 The student followed the school’s policy in requesting the
leave of absence;
 The school approved the student’s request in accordance with
the school’s policy;
 The leave of absence does not involve additional charges by
the school;
 Upon the student’s return from the leave of absence, the
student is permitted to complete the coursework he/she began
prior to the leave of absence;
 If the student the student is a Title IV loan recipient, the
school explains to the student, prior to granting the leave of
absence, the effects that the student’s failure to return from
a leave of absence may have on the student’s loan repayment
terms, including the exhaustion of the student’s grace period.
 Student must be in Satisfactory progress; theory, practical
and attendance before a Leave of absence will be approved.
Student must provide a written, signed and dated request for a
leave of absence prior to the leave of absence, unless unforeseen
circumstances prevent the student from doing so. This form may
be obtained in the Administrators Office or Financial Aid Office
of the school.
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Generally, only one leave of absence may be granted to a student
in a 12 month period. However, more than one leave of absence
may be granted for the limited, well documented cases due to
unforeseen circumstances.
Provided that the total number of days of all leaves of absence
does not exceed 180 days in any 12 month period, an institution
may treat as an approved leave of absence:
 One additional leave of absence, the school determines that is
necessary due to unforeseen circumstances; this type of leave
of absence would have to be subsequent to the granting of the
single leave of absence, which is granted at the school’s
discretion;
 Subsequent leaves of absence if the school documents that they
are granted for jury duty, military reasons, or circumstances
covered under the Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA)
(Public Law 103-3).
CONDUCT POLICY
A student is expected at all times to uphold high standards of
integrity and behavior which will reflect upon themselves, family
and the school. Students are always expected to maintain a
satisfactory attitude and appearance. A student will not be
permitted in class without a clean, proper uniform or the
necessary books and equipment. The student is expected to abide
by all rules and regulations of the school as listed in Addendum
C. Failure to do so may result in suspension or dismissal at the
discretion of the Chief Executive Officer. In the case of
suspension reinstatement is also at the discretion of the CEO.
Suspension from training may be from one clock hour to any number
of weeks. During this period a student will receive no credit or
clock hours.. All missed class hours must be made up at the
convenience of the school before the graduation date. The school
reserves the right to expel any student for improper conduct,
unsatisfactory progress or unexcused absences.
STUDENT CONSUMER RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITY
Education after high school costs you time, money and effort. It
is a big investment, and as a student and a consumer, you should
carefully evaluate the education or training you are considering
to help you make a good choice, you should have information on
the schools’ academic programs, facilities, dropout rates, full
costs of attendance, refund policy and any other information you
think will help to make your decision.
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You as a student have the right to ask Day Spa Career College:
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The names of its accrediting and licensing organizations;
About its programs, facilities and faculty;
The cost of attending and the refund policy for dropping
out;
What financial aid is available, including all federal,
State, Local, Private and Institutional aid programs and the
procedures and deadlines for applying for each program;
The criteria used to select financial aid recipients;
How the school determines financial need and how much of
your financial need, as determined by the school, has been
met;
To explain each typ0e and amount of assistance in your
financial aid package and how and when you will be paid;
To appeal your financial aid package if you believe a
mistake has been made;
The program completion rate;
The crime disclosure statistics;
The schools method of determining satisfactory progress and
what happens if a student does not make satisfactory
progress and
About special facilities and services available to the
handicapped.
DRESS CODE
Students will dress according to program:
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COSMETOLOGY – Navy blue scrubs with white closed toe shoe,
crocs may be worn with socks
 ESTHETICS – Burgundy scrubs with white closed toe shoe,
crocs may be worn with socks.
 MANICURING – White scrubs with white closed toe shoe, crocs
may be worn with socks.
All students will follow this dress code on Tuesday, Wednesday
and Thursday. Friday and Saturday will be Scrubs of choice.
This does not include jeans with scrub tops.
1st Offense – sent home with warning
2nd Offense – 1 day suspension
3rd Offense – 3 day suspension
4th Offense – 1 week suspension
5th Offense – at the discretion of the Director, possible
expulsion.
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CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER CERTIFICATION
This student Catalog/Handbook and all Addendums are certified as
true and correct in content and policy.
Sandra Seymour,
CEO/Administrator
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ADDENDUMS
A–F
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ADDENDUM A
Veterans Administration Students
All Policies and Procedures of Day spa Career College will apply
to Veterans Administration students.
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ADDENDUM B
Administrative Staff
Sandra Seymour Chief Executive Officer
Peggy L. Tiblier College Director
Pennie Summerlin Director Financial Aid
Kristen DeLancey Admissions Director/Placement Director
Faculty and Staff
Peggy L. Tiblier………………………………………………..……… Education Director/Owner
Dia Bengochea………………………………………………….. Senior Instructor Cosmetology
Sandra Seymour …........……………………………………………. Manicuring Instructor
Barry Boren……………………………………….……………….…………………………Esthetics Instructor
Kristen DeLancey……….…….....Admissions Director/Placement Director
Sandra J. Seymour, CEO – 33 years as a business owner, 15years
Salon Owner and Licensed by the MS State Board of Cosmetology as
a Manicuring Instructor. Sandra received her Manicuring license
from American Beauty College and her manicuring Instructor
license from Day Spa Career College. She is now Co/Owner and
Chief Administrative Officer since 2001.
Peggy L. Tiblier, College Director – B.S. Education, 39years in
the field of Cosmetology including 24 years as a Cosmetology
Instructor. She hold an Associate's Degree from the University
of Southern MS, Cosmetology License from Tupelo School of Beauty
Culture and Cosmetology Instructor License from Florida and
Mississippi. She is Co-Owner and Educational Director since
2001.
Pennie Summerlin, Director Financial Aid – 37 years in the field
of Cosmetology and Barber Styling, includes 24 years experience
in Financial Aid. Pennie received her Cosmetology License from
Pascagoula Beauty Academy, and Cosmetology Instructor License
from Coastal Training Institute, Mobile, AL. She is also a
licensed Barber and Barber Instructor, which both were received
from Academy of Hair Design, Moss Point, MS where she was Owner.
She has been employed with DSCC since July 2005.
Kristen DeLancey, Admissions/Placement Director - She graduated
Day Spa Career College, Cosmetology department and received her
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license in November 2010. She has now returned to her Alma Mater
as Admissions Director/Placement Director.
Dia Bengochea, Cosmetology Program Director - Attended Robert's
Beauty College, Covington, LA graduating/licensed in 1997. Dia
began working for Day Spa, Inc. in their Casino Spa "Illusions"
and "Ancient Oaks Day Spa", Ocean Springs. She received her
Cosmetology Instructor license and taught Esthetics during her
first 5 years as an Educator. She has worked at Blue Cliff
College and has returned to Day Spa Career College as of April
2014.
Barry Boren: At 36 years of age and a father ff 3, Barry is a
licensed Esthetician, and Licensed Esthetics Instructor. He is
making strides in the State as far as education, and strives for
a better tomorrow for all Skin care Professionals. Prior to his
licensure as an esthetician, he spent his time as a freelance
Makeup Special Effects Artist, studied PreMed at MGCCC, and
graduated from Massage Therapy School in 1997. As a Massage
Therapist, he practiced Deep tissue neuromuscular Therapy, and
holds multiple certifications. Barry has been the Key Note
Speaker at many events as well as Educational seminars. The son
of a Master Cosmetologist, Cosmetology Instructor, a school owner
for 12 years and a 40 year veteran to the profession Peggy
Tiblier Barry was literally raised within the industry. His
students hold a 99% graduation rate and a graduating GPA of 90%
and above, within the State Licensure Testing. Barry's students
have 100% pass ratio, placing the Esthetics Program at DSCC
number 1 in the state.
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ADDENDUM C
School Rules
School Rules and Regulations
GENERAL:
• Day hours are from 9:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Tuesday through
Saturday. Full time students will not be allowed to leave before
3:30 p.m. without instructor notification, doing so will result in
suspension.
• We have a Biometric Hand Reader time clock. It is imperative that
students clock in and clock out daily. If a student forgets to clock
in or out (lunch, breaks, etc.) It’s YOUR responsibility to notify
instructor and attendance clerk the DAY OF infraction to receive
credit. Otherwise, hours will be lost that are not certified.
• Hours are totaled by the month and duly recorded at the State
Board Office by the 10th of the following month. Copies of these
hours are posted outside of the theory classroom.
• Proper conduct is required of all students at all times. Those
students whose attitude and actions reflect negatively on the
reputation and welfare of the school or its student’s will be
terminated.
• Absolutely NO eating, drinking, smoking, chewing gum or
unprofessional conduct allowed in the clinic area or classrooms.
Smoking is permitted outside only.
• No one is to leave the building without permission from an
instructor. No one may leave a client with a chemical service in
progress without making arrangements with an instructor.
Breaks and lunch periods are arranged around clients.
• The student lounge is kept clean and orderly at all times. Others
deserve a clean place to eat; therefore the responsibility lies with
each student.
• When the student is not at lunch or break, all time is to be spent
pursuing professional activities. ALL OFFICES ARE OFF LIMITS
UNLESS ACOMPANIED BY A STAFF MEMBER.
• Personal beauty work may only be given on Tuesday, Wednesday,
or Thursday. No student is allowed personal services on Friday or
Saturday. Student must have Satisfactory Academic and
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Attendance Progress in order to receive a service or to be a
model. Students are required to purchase their chemicals from an
outside source or pay ½ price for using school product.
10. The school is to be kept clean and sanitary at all times.
Instructors assign each student an afternoon assignment that
must be done each day along with cleaning your station.
11. All students are required to keep a notebook with grades and
attendance. This is to benefit the student.
12. All stations and lockers require a lock with keys. One key is to be
given to the instructor. No combination lock allowed. The school
is not responsible for stolen personal possessions.
13. Students are responsible for items loaned by the school. These
are to NEVER leave the building, if they are not returned; you will
be charged the full amount for that item.
14. No student is complete until all requirements of the school have
been met; i.e. lab services, theory tests, mini boards and finals.
(Students are required to attend theory until the last hour is
complete, regardless if you have completed all the material)
15. Refusal of performing a service is immediate suspension of the
student. No Exceptions!!!
16. Students are responsible for the equipment at their stations and
assigned to them and must have it available and operable at all
times as borrowing and lending between students is not
advisable. Students are also responsible for cleanliness f their kit.
If the school has not heard from a student in 5 days then the
school cannot be responsible for the safety of your personal items
and equipment.
17. Student will not assist one another with a client service without
permission from an instructor.
18. Students must not visit or interrupt their fellow students while
client services are being performed unless it is an emergency. It is
neither fair to the student performing the service or expressly the
client, who is our main concern at all times.
19. Loud talking, gossip or profanity are not professional and will not
be tolerated.
20. Students not involved in client services will work on projects
organized or assigned by an instructor, study their textbook or
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other reference materials, or otherwise be involved in a learning
situation.
21. All client services are to be booked through the receptionist. No
clients can be booked through a student’s cell phone, they MUST
call the school!
22. Visitors and friends are not permitted beyond the reception area
unless receiving a service. CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED AT
ALL TIMES UNLESS RECEIVING A SERVICE.
23. Students are required to wear a name tag at all times. Students
will be charged $3.00 for the replacement of a lost name tag.
24. Cell phones are not allowed on the clinic floor or in the
classroom. If a student is caught on their cell phone they will be
clocked out and will lose hours for the day. Cell phones are to be
used during break and lunch time only.
25. Food and drinks are not permitted in the classroom or clinic area.
Students are to use the break room only.
26. Smokers are allowed to smoke in designated areas only. (Outside)
27. Any student withdrawing from school has seven days to clean out
their locker.
28. Students cannot leave school without permission of instructor.
Doing so may result in suspension.
29. Only students assigned to front desk and dispensary are allowed
in these areas unless otherwise assigned by an instructor. DSCC
staff are the only persons to operate register.
30. Students are required to practice all phases of personal hygiene
daily.
31. Implements and materials used to work with MUST BE
SANITIZED BEFORE EACH USE. Sanitizing facilities are available
throughout the school with extra units in the clinic area. This is a
State Board of Cosmetology regulation that must be practiced
daily.
32. Come to class prepared or expect to be sent out until you are.
33. Students have a 15 minute break at 10:30, 15 minute break at
2:00 and lunch is assigned by instructor while student is in
basics. Clinic floor lunch will be governed by clients’
appointments. If you work on a client all day please get time card
signed by your instructor. No Lunch Form.
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34. A student may not clock in before 9 a.m. Time does not start until
class starts.
35. Obscene language or gestures will not be tolerated.
36. Gossip will not be tolerated.
37. Possession or consumption of illicit drugs or alcohol on School
property is illegal. Anyone caught in violation of this policy will
be reported to the local law enforcement officials for prosecution.
38. Tests are always scheduled. Retake for exams are on Wednesday
at 2:00 p.m. If you are absent for a specific class, you will make
that class up when it is taught again.
39. Cheating, swindling or stealing from another student or school
property or abuse of the latter will not be tolerated. This is
grounds for termination.
40. Students will come to school ready for the day. This means
dressed, makeup applied (if applicable) and hair styled. Students
will not be clocked in unless they are clean, neat and professional
in appearance.
41. All State Board fees will be paid by the student.
42. Parking in other than the assigned student parking area is not
permitted.
43. Services done on your friends WILL be paid for at the current
posted prices. Immediate family (mom, dad, spouse & children)
will be charged ½ price on Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday. No
½ price services on Friday or Saturday.
44. There is a ZERO TOLERANCE for fighting on school campus. Any
student who fights, or brings a weapon of any sort onto the
school campus WILL BE EXPELLED IMMEDIATELY!!!!!
I.S.I – In School Isolation- The ISI program is an alternative enforcement
act that will take a student off the floor and place them in a
constant learning environment for a duration to be determined
by the Administrative Staff and faculty of the school. Violators of
school policy qualify the student to be subject to the ISI Program.
Work will be issued by the instructor in charge and will be
completed that day.
ABSENCES:
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1. Repeated absence may be reason for suspension or expulsion as
good attendance will be mandatory in the business world you are
preparing to enter.
2. If a student misses 14 consecutive days and makes no type of
contact with the school, the student will be dropped from the
roll. If the student later returns to school, upon permission of the
Director, the student must begin the enrollment process over.
Before re-enrollment, arrangements for the balance of the
previous enrollment must be made with the Director of Financial
Aid.
3. Absence on Friday or Saturday will require a doctor’s excuse or
the absence must be prearranged with Instructor. If neither is
done, the student will be suspended on the following Tuesday.
This will be an unexcused absence and the student will not be
allowed to make up the absence.
4. An excused absence is one for which you have received
permission to be off from the school director. If you have not
received permission to be off, you may have a doctor’s excuse
stating the days you were out.
5. HOLIDAYS: A student missing a day before or after a holiday
without prior permission from the Director will be suspended for
a period of one week. This will be considered an unexcused
absence and cannot be made up.
6. Twenty-seven (27) unexcused absences will result in dismissal.
Any suspended days are considered unexcused absences.
TARDINESS:
1. No more than four (4) late passes may be issued to a student in
any given month. After the fourth tardy, you will be sent home
each and every tardy for the rest of the month. This will be an
unexcused absence.
2. Roll call begins promptly at 9:00 a.m. Any students arriving more
than 7 minutes late for school will not be allowed to attend Theory
Class. Students are expected to call before roll call begins if they
are absent or tardy. Continued tardiness or improper notification
of absence from school will result in expulsion. If the classroom
door is closed, class has started and you may not clock in until
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10:30 a.m. Exceptions will be made for students with medical
excuse.
3. You are required to call in if you are going to be late or absent for
the day, if we do not receive a call it will be filed as an unexcused
tardy or absence regardless of a medical excuse or not. If you are
tardy to theory, do not enter the classroom once theory has
started, you will lose 1 ½ hours for the day. If you leave early
without an appropriate excuse or without talking to an instructor
you will automatically lose your theory hours the next day.
EVERYONE comes to theory regardless if you are done with your
testing or not.
ADDENDUM D
2015 Start Dates and Holidays
*start dates are subject to change based upon class enrollment minimum requirements.
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January 6, 2015
February 3, 2015
March 3, 2015
April 7, 2015
May 5, 2015
June 2, 2015
July 7, 2015
August 4, 2015
September 1, 2015
October 6, 2015
November 3, 2015
December 1, 2015
2015 HOLIDAYS
Fat Tuesday
Feb 17, 2015
Independence Day
June 30, 2015 through July 6, 2015
Labor Day
September 8, 2015
Thanksgiving
November 26, 27, 28, 2015
Christmas
December 25– 28, 2015
December 31, 2015
January 1 & 2, 2016
*Students return to school Thursday, January 5,
2016*
ADDENDUM E
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Tuition Breakdown
Cosmetology:
1 – 450 hours
Tuition charge
$4567.00
Registration fee
$ 100.00
Books
$ 500.00
Kit
$ 500.00
$5667.00
451 – 900 hours
Tuition Charge
$4568.00
901 – 1200 hours
Tuition Charge
$3045.00
Course and Lab Supplies
$ 625.00
$3670.00
1201 – 1500 hours
Tuition charge
TOTAL COURSE COST
$3045.00
$16950.00
Esthetics:
1 – 325 hours
Tuition charge
$4875.00
Registration fee
$ 100.00
Books
$ 500.00
Kit
$ 500.00
$5975.00
326 – 650 hours
Tuition Charge
Course and Lab Supplies
$4875.00
$ 625.00
$5500.00
TOTAL COURSE COST
$11475.00
Manicuring:
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Tuition Charge
$4400.00
Reg fee
$ 100.00
Books & Labs
$ 500.00
Kit & Course Supplies
$ 500.00
TOTAL COURSE COST
$5500.00
Cosmetology Instructor Trainee I
1 – 375 hours
(750 hours)
Tuition charge
$4061.00
Reg fee
$ 100.00
Books
500.00
$4661.00
376 – 750 hours
Tuition Charge
TOTAL COURSE COST
$4061.00
$8722.00
*For information on the following program please see School
Director.
 Cosmetology Instructor Training II (2000 hours)
 Nail Technology/Esthetics Instructor Training I (600 hours)
 Nail technology/ Esthetics Instruction Training II (1000
hours)
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ADDENDUM F
REFUND POLICY FOR FEDERAL TITLE IV FUNDED PROGRAMS
RETURN OF TITLE IV FUNDS – As required by Federal Regulation, any
student who withdraws or is otherwise terminated from the program
must have the amount of their Title IV Student Aid Funds earned
and/or refunded, calculated in accordance with the following
summarized procedure (see 34 CFR part 668.22 for precise
regulation)

Obtain a percent by dividing the clock hours scheduled for
the payment period by the number of clock hours in the
payment period. Payment period is defined as the number of
clock hours applicable to the period for which the most
recent Title IV disbursement has been made or is due to be
made. If the percentage obtained based upon scheduled hours
is greater than 60% then the student will have earned 100%
of Title IV Aid disbursed for that payment period.

To determine the dollar amount of Title IV Aid that is
earned by the student, multiply the appropriate percentage
from above by the amount of Title IV Aid that was disbursed
and/or could have been disbursed for the payment period.

The amount of Title IV Aid which must be RETURNED to the
U.S. Department of Education by the student and/or by the
school on behalf of the student is determined by subtracting
the amount earned from the amount disbursed.

Official withdrawal date will be the date of the written
notification to the school. Unofficial withdrawal date will
be the fifteenth day after 14 consecutive days absent. At
this point, R2T4 will be calculated. If monies are required
to be returned the school will make this refund within 45
days of the determination date.

The school must return the Title IV funds to the programs
from which the student received aid during the payment
period or period of enrollment as applicable, in the
following order, up to the net amount disbursed from each
source:
1. Unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans
2. Subsidized Federal Stafford Loans
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3. Federal Perkins Loans
4. Federal PLUS Loans
5. Direct PLUS Loans
6. Federal Pell Grants for which a return of funds is
required.
7. Academic Competitiveness Grants for which a return of
funds is required.
8. National Smart Grants for which a return of funds is
required.
9. Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity Grants
(FSEOG) for which a return of funds is required.
10.
Federal Teach Grants for which a Return is
required.

If the amount of Title IV aid that is disbursed to the
student is less than the amount the student earned, and for
which the student is otherwise eligible, he or she is
eligible to receive a Post-withdrawal disbursement of the
earned aid that was not received.
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