School policy and regulation on entrance requirements for each course

 

The USA Barber School Inc. does not discriminate in its employment, admission, instruction, or graduation policies based on gender, gender preference, age, race, color, religion, or ethnic origin.

 

Students can enroll in the USA Barber School, Inc. barbering course up until the start date of the term by completing an enrollment agreement and completing the following requirements:

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• Students must be at least 18 (eighteen) years of age and submit proof of age such as a copy of a birth certificate or valid driver license or state ID.

• Students must possess and provide a copy of a valid High School Diploma or GED.

• All students who re-enroll must sign a new enrollment agreement at the current rate of tuition at time of re-enrollment; Students may be charged for an additional kit of equipment on a case by case basis dependent upon the condition of the original kit purchased.

• Students who withdraw voluntarily from the school will be allowed to re-enroll one time.

• Students who are terminated from the program for disciplinary reasons will not be allowed to re-enroll in the school.

• Students who are terminated for excess absence or 14 days of consecutive absence will beallowed to re-enroll one time in the school after 180 days from the students last day of attendance.

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School policy on leaves of absence, class cuts, make-up work, tardiness

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Leaves of Absence

Students may request a leave of absence by completing the USA Barber School Leave of Absence Request Form and submitting the completed form to the Director. Students may be granted a leave ofabsence on a case by case basis. If students fail to return to school on the return date listed on the required form, the school will dismiss the student. Students will be evaluated upon return and placed at the appropriate part of the program based upon the amount of program content that the student remembers.

 

Tardiness Policy

A student who will be late for their scheduled time must call the school. Habitual tardiness will not be accepted and is cause for disciplinary action and, if not corrected, dismissal from the school.

Absence Policy

Absence is any time not spent in training. All absences (40 hrs max) are recorded. Course time is recorded by time clock. A CLOCK HOUR is defined as sixty (60) minutes spent participating in the training setting which counts towards all training courses to obtain a certificate of completion. Students are responsible for advising the school of any absences by telephone, in writing or in person prior to class start time

 

Habitual absences will not be accepted and is cause for disciplinary action and, if not corrected, dismissal from the school.

 

Make-Up Work Policy

There are no excused absences. Students who miss training time due to absences or tardiness willbe allowed to make-up required training time during the week immediately following the regularlyscheduled term, or on specific Saturdays and evenings based on teacher availability. There is no fee for make-up hours.

 

Standards of Progress including Marking Periods, Grading Systems, Minimum Satisfactory Grade, Conditions for Interruptions, and Probationary Periods

 

Students are required to maintain a minimum of 70% attendance.

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Marking Periods

Students will receive a progress report midway through the course at the end of 9 weeks and again upon course completion after 18 weeks or following the make-up week, if necessary.

 

Grading Systems

Theoretical and practical evaluations and tests will be conducted regularly. Grades will be on a point system,

with the following scale in effect:

90% - 100% = A

80% - 89% = B

70% - 79% = C

0% - 69% = F (Unsatisfactory/Failing)

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All theory, practical and examination grades are given as numerical with a scale of 0 - 100 points. A grade of

70% is considered passing in all such situations. Clinic grades, due to the nature of working with the public,

are given as satisfactory or unsatisfactory.

 

Minimum Satisfactory Grade

An overall minimum grade of 70% is considered satisfactory.

 

Conditions for interruption

A student may be interrupted from training for unsatisfactory attendance or academic progress or by breaking school rules and being placed on probationary status. A student will be terminated if he/sheis out of school for more than 1 consecutive weeks (5 week days), without an approved Leave of Absence.

 

Probationary Period

The student is required to maintain a 70% average, anything below that they are considered as having unsatisfactory progress. If a student fails to maintain an overall average of 70% a consultation with a school official will be scheduled. At that time, the student will be placed on probation.

 

Students who have been placed on probation and who do not meet the minimum cumulative gradepoint average or the minimum attendance rate at the conclusion of the probation period shall be withdrawn from the program. Prior to withdrawal, and at the school’s discretion, students may be afforded no more than thirty days to make up assignments or instructional hours to achieve satisfactory academic standing as required by this section. The school will offer academic counseling and remediation for all students placed on probation.

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Appeal Process

Any student placed on probation and/or dismissed from the program must provide in writing, within 5 calendar days of the decision, their appeal statement to school director for review. Appeals will be responded to within 2 business days in writing.

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Student Conduct and Dismissal

A student is expected at all times to hold 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(including full length pants and closed toe shoes) or the necessary books and equipment. The students are expected to abide by all rules and regulations of the school as listed in School Rules.

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School Rules

1. Come to class prepared: books, equipment, pens, pencils, capes.

2. NO cell phone use while class is in session: Use your break to make your calls.

3. Absolutely no arguing or fighting.

4. Look presentable while attending class. No overly revealing outfits. CLOSED TOED SHOES ARE A MUST. No distractions.

5. There will be no working on each other unless it is approved by a teacher.

6. You need to be working on an assignment, manikin or client at all times.

7. Be respectful of other people and their property.

8. Attendance!! See school absence policy section.

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The following steps will be taken for students who violate the school rules:

1. verbal warning

2. written warning

3. terminated from program.

 

Failure to do so may result in dismissal at the discretion of the Director. In the case of dismissal,reinstatement is at the discretion of the Director. The school reserves the right to dismiss any student for improper conduct, unsatisfactory progress or absences.

 

Schedule of Fees, Tuition, Books, and Supplies

Upon completion of Enrollment Form, student will pay the Non-Refundable Registration Fee. Allother associated fees must be paid prior to start of the desired Term. (See page 2 for Term Start and End Dates)

 

Method of Payment: Cash, credit card, certified check, Venmo Total cost must be paid in full prior to class beginning.

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Refund Policy

1. A student who cancels within 7 days of signing the enrollment agreement receives all monies returned with the exception of the non-refundable registration fee.

   1. Thereafter, a student will be liable for

      1. the non-refundable registration fee plus

      2. the cost of any textbook or supplies accepted plus

      3. tuition liability as of the student’s last date of physical attendance.

Tuition liability is divided by the number of terms in the program. Total tuition liability is limited to the term during which the student withdrew or was terminated, and any previous terms completed. As per Education Law 5002(3), the school catalog submitted for approval shall indicate the amount of refund due the student in the event of withdrawal.

 

(a) Term

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If Termination Occurs:

Prior to or during the first week: School may keep 0% or ($0), Student may keep $10,290 

During the second week: School may keep 20% or ($2,058.00), Student may keep $8,232 

During the third week: School may keep 35% or ($3601.50), Student may keep $6,688.50 

During the fourth week: School may keep 50% or ($5145.00), Student may keep $5,145 

During the fifth week: School may keep 70% or ($7203.00), Student may keep $3,087 

After the fifth week: School may keep 100% or ($10,290.00), Student may keep $0 

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(b) The student refund may be more than that stated above if the accrediting agency refund policy resultsin a greater refund.

 

Description of process for obtaining a tuition refund

The student should be aware that some information in the catalog may change. It is recommended that students considering enrollment check with the school director to determine if there is any change from the information provided in the catalog. In addition, a catalog will contain information on the school’s teaching personnel and courses/curricula offered. Please be advised that the State Education Department separately licenses all teaching personnel and independently approves all courses andcurricula offered. Therefore, it is possible that courses/curricula listed in the school’s catalog may not be approved at the time that a student enrolls in the school or the teaching personnel listed in the catalog may have changed. It is again recommended that the student check with the school director to determine if there are any changes in the courses/curricula offered or the teaching personnel listed in the catalog.

 

In order for students to obtain a tuition refund, students must inform the School Directorin writing of the intent to withdraw within the school tuition refund policy (see page 6).

1. A student who cancels within 7 days of signing the enrollment agreement receives all monies returned with the exception of the non-refundable registration fee.

2. Thereafter, a student will be liable for

   1. the non-refundable registration fee plus

   2. the cost of any textbook or supplies accepted plus

   3. tuition liability as of the student’s last date of physical attendance.

Tuition liability is divided by the number of terms in the program. Total tuition liability is limited to the term during which the student withdrew or was terminated, and any previous terms completed. As per Education Law 5002(3), the school catalog submittedfor approval shall indicate the amount of refund due the student in the event of withdrawal.

The failure of a student to immediately notify the school director in writing of the student’s intent to

withdraw may delay a refund of tuition to the student pursuant to Section 5002(3) of the Education Law. Tuition Refunds will be dispensed within 45-days of official withdrawal.

 

Placement Assistance

Although placement assistance services may be provided, the school cannot guarantee a job to any student or graduate.

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Description of available space, facilities and equipment including any special facilities for handicapped access

The USA Barber School, Inc. welcomes all qualified students with disabilities. In accordance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990 and the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, the institution is committed to providing equal access to all programs and facilities.

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The school does not offer a specialized program for students with disabilities. All students, including those with disabilities, are responsible to meet the requirements as outlined in the institution’s program curriculum. Students with disabilities seeking admission should be aware that all programs require a high level of dexterity and coordination. 

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Description of complaint procedure

How to Handle a Complaint

For academic advice or to register a student complaint, follow the process below:

 

• First contact or see the teacher in charge: An informal session to discuss the problem verbally or in writing. The complaint should be stated clearly.

• Second contact or see the Director: Fill out a complaint form and schedule an appointment to discuss the problem.

 

Student’s concerns or complaint should first be brought to the attention of instructor. Complaintsthat are not satisfactorily resolved at this level should be submitted in writing. Please refer to “ How to Handle a problem on this page of this catalog.

Be sure that the instructor understands that student is filling a complaint. The nature of the complaint must be filed and clearly explained to the Instructor. The Instructor shall make the record of all official student complaints.

 

The teacher shall attempt to resolve the complaint. The teacher will respond to complaints in writing within 2 business days. Should the teacher not be able to resolve the complaint, then the next student may file the complaint with the Director who will attempt to resolve thestudent complaint. The Director will respond in writing to student complaints within 2 business days.

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College Credit – Disclaimer Statement

Licensed private career schools offer curricula measured in clock hours, not credit hours. Certificates of completion, i.e., school diplomas, are issued to students who meet clock hourrequirements. The granting of any college credit to students who participated in and/ or completed a program at a licensed private career school is solely at the discretion of the institution of higher education that the student may opt to subsequently attend.

 

Required Disclosures and Statements

Student Disclosure Pamphlet: https://www.acces.nysed.gov/sites/acces/files/bpss/studentdisclosure-rights.pdf