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Minnesota School of CosmetologyThe Woodbury campus is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Artsand Sciences, Inc., to award diplomas and a certificate.The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc.3015 Colvin Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314 703.600.7600
VOLUME 38 EFFECTIVE DATE: MAY 7, 2021TABLE of CONTENTSGeneral Information . 16Calendar . 4Class Start Dates . 4Hours of Operation . 4Class Schedules . 4Conduct . 16Attendance Requirements . 16Refresher Classes . 16Leave of Absence Policy . 17Program/Curriculum Revisions . 17School Policies . 17Students with Disabilities . 17Health and Safety . 17Criminal Background Check . 17Drop Period . 17Withdrawal from School . 17Dismissal by the School . 17Grievance Policy . 18Sexual Harassment/Sexual Assault . 18Bullying . 19Non-Discrimination Policy . 19INFORMATION AND POLICIES . 5Approvals, Accreditation, Licenses and Memberships . 6History and Physical Description . 6Philosophy . 6Mission Statement and Objectives . 6Ownership and Governance . 7Policy Statement . 7Admissions Information . 7Limits to Admission . 7Admissions Procedure . 7Admissions Requirements . 7Late Admissions . 8Re-Entry . 8Transfer of Hour Policy . 8Transfer of Hours to Other Institutions . 9Articulation Agreement . 9Transcripts . 9Academic Information . 19Mode of Instruction . 19Grading . 19Graduation Requirements . 19Diploma/Certificate . 20Honors . 20Financial Information . 9Professional Licensure . 20Program Costs . 9Minimum Terms for Payment of Tuition . 9Buyer’s Right to Cancel . 10Return of Title IV Funds . 11Post-Withdrawal Disbursement (PWD) . 11Return of Title IV Funds Distribution Policy . 12Title IV Verification Policy . 12Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy . 21PROGRAM DESCRIPTIONS .24Cosmetology Program Overview . 25Program Objectives . 25Cosmetology Topics Covered . 25Clinical Instruction and Experience . 28Course Descriptions . 28Professional Licensure . 28Foreign Student Information . 12Scholarship Information . 12Student Services/Career Services. 14Employment Assistance . 14Guidance . 14Family Education Rights and Privacy Act . 15Directory Information . 16Esthiology Program Overview . 29Program Objectives . 29Esthiology Topics Covered . 29Clinical Instruction and Experience . 31Course Descriptions . 31Professional Licensure . 31Instructor Program Overview . 32Prerequisite(s) . 32Program Objectives . 32Instructor Program Course . 32Course Description . 32Professional Licensure . 32Massage Therapy Program Overview . 33Program Objectives . 33Massage Therapy Classes . 33Professional Licensure/Program Disclosures . 33Course Descriptions . 33ADMINISTRATION AND FACULTY LISTINGS . 343
CALENDARHOURS OF OPERATIONThe Minnesota School of Cosmetology campus will be closed on the followingholidays and faculty/staff in-service days:OFFICE HOURSFaculty/Staff In-ServiceJune 14, 2021MondayTuesday – ThursdayFridayIndependence DayJuly 2-5, 2021SCHOOL HOURSMemorial DayMay 29-31, 2021Faculty/Staff In-ServiceMonday - ThursdayFridaySaturdayAugust 23, 2021Labor DaySeptember 4-6, 2021ThanksgivingNovember 25-27, 2021ChristmasDecember 24-25, 2021New Year’sVALLEY CREEK MALL HOURSMonday – SundayDecember 31, 2021–January 1, 2022September 20, 2021November 29, 20216:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.COSMETOLOGYCOSMETOLOGY PROGRAMJuly 19, 20219:00 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.9:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.CLASS SCHEDULES*CLASS START DATES*May 17, 20218:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.8:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.Full-Time (Day) 35 hours per weekMonday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.(45 weeks are allowed to complete the cosmetology program)Half-Time (Evening) 16/23 rotating hours per weekMonday through Thursday 5:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., and every otherSaturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.(82 weeks are allowed to complete the cosmetology program)ESTHIOLOGY DAY PROGRAMMay 10, 2021July 6, 2021September 7, 2021October 25, 2021Requests for schedule changes are not available during pre-clinic training. Studentsmust see administration to request a schedule change during clinic hours; however,schedule changes are discouraged and must be approved. It is important studentsadhere to their schedule to successfully complete their program within the allottedtimeframe.INSTRUCTOR PROGRAMPlease check with a campus for start date informationESTHIOLOGYMASSAGE THERAPY EVENING PROGRAMJuly 27, 2021Full-Time (Day) 35 hours per weekOctober 5, 2021Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.(18 weeks are allowed to complete the esthiology program)*The campus may not offer both the day and evening program for all programstart dates. Please check with the campus for start date information.INSTRUCTOR PROGRAMHalf-Time (Day) 7.5 hours per day, 1 day per weekStudents must enroll and complete their financial aid file by Friday of theweek prior to the class start date of the program. Applications and financialaid documents received after the class start date will be retained on reservestatus for the next class start date. Exceptions are made at the discretion ofthe campus director. When the minimum number of enrollments for the classis not met, the student will be retained on reserve status for the next classstart date.(6 weeks are allowed to complete the instructor program)MASSAGE THERAPYHalf-Time (Evening) 10.5/17.5 rotating hours per weekTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.,and every other Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.(54 weeks are allowed to complete the massage therapy program)Minnesota School of Cosmetology reserves the right at any time to makechanges to improve the quality or content of the programs of study offered.4
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INFORMATION & POLICIESAPPROVALS, ACCREDITATION, LICENSESAND MEMBERSHIPSHISTORY AND PHYSICAL DESCRIPTIONSAPPROVALSMinnesota School of Cosmetology is a Minnesota-based corporation doingMinnesota School of Cosmetology is approved for participation in thebusiness as a cosmetology school. Minnesota School of Cosmetology wasfollowing financial aid programs:founded in September of 2003 after acquiring the Minnesota CosmetologyHISTORY – MINNESOTA SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGYFederal Pell GrantEducation Center located in South St. Paul.Federal Supplemental Education Opportunity Grant (FSEOG)Federal Stafford LoanPHYSICAL FACILITY DESCRIPTIONSMinnesota State GrantThe campus is located at 1750 Weir Drive, Woodbury, Minnesota, a suburbStudent Education Loan Fund (SELF)of St. Paul. The school opened its present facility in 2007 and occupiesAdditional funds may be available through:14,400 square feet of Valley Creek Mall. Its facilities and equipment complyBureau of Indian Affairs (BIA)with federal, state and local ordinances and regulations, including thoseDivision of Rehabilitation Servicesrelated to personal safety, building safety and health. The school featuresU.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)a professional clinic setting that consists of cosmetology, esthiology, andACCREDITATION*massage related equipment for students to receive training that is currentThe Woodbury campus is accredited to award diplomas and awith existing professional practices.certificate by:National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, Inc.3015 Colvin Street, Alexandria, Virginia 22314(703) 600-7600Website: naccas.orgPHILOSOPHYOur goal is to provide students with programs that provide both the skillsfoundation and credentials to help them achieve their personal andprofessional goals in the beauty industry. We also believe we share in theLICENSES*Board of Cosmetologyresponsibility of helping our students become informed citizens in today’s1000 University Avenue West, Suite 100increasingly complex world.St. Paul, MN 55104We subscribe to the principles of affirmative action and do not discriminatehttps://mn.gov/boards/cosmetology/in our admissions or employment practices on the basis of sex, age, race,Phone: 651-201-2742color, religion, creed, ethnic origin, nationality, sexual orientation, physicalFax: 651-649-5702disabilities, mental disabilities, or veteran status. In addition, we respectEmail: cosmetology@state.mn.usthe dignity of each individual as a condition essential to the learningMinnesota School of Cosmetology is licensed as a private career schoolenvironment.with the Minnesota Office of Higher Education pursuant to MinnesotaStatutes, sections 136A.821 to 136A.832. Licensure is not anMISSION STATEMENT AND OBJECTIVESendorsement of the institution. Credits earned at the institution may notOur mission is to educate, motivate and prepare our students for a careertransfer to all other institutions.in cosmetology arts and sciences.Our goals are to:MEMBERSHIPS*1. Train students to successfully pass the certification and statelicensure exams.American Association of Cosmetology SchoolsAmerican Massage Therapy AssociationAssociated Bodywork & Massage ProfessionalsAssociated Skin Care ProfessionalsMinnesota Association of Financial AidWoodbury Area Chamber of CommerceValley Creek Mall Association2. Provide up-to-date training and industry-related information.3. Provide career-seeking services to assist graduates in findingemployment in their field of study.4. Provide a learning environment that encourages and motivatesstudents.*Evidence of the institution’s accreditation and/or licenses are on display at the campus.5. Instill a sense of professionalism in each student.6
INFORMATION & POLICIESOur commitment to our students and employers will be accomplishedincludes entering upon Broadview Education Consortium (BEC) property,through the following objectives:using any Broadview Education Consortium facility, or attending any1. Provide education and training leading to diplomas and provideacademic and support services to serve the needs of the students.Broadview Education Consortium event. If warranted by the particular2. Provide the knowledge and skills to support immediate employmentgoals.protocol.3. Provide a foundation of knowledge to prepare students for futurecareer advancement.Ability-to-Benefit4. Provide a system of curriculum review to ensure appropriate andcurrent programs for our students.students.facts, the office of the leadership of BEC may modify any aspect of thisMinnesota School of Cosmetology does not admit Ability-to-BenefitADMISSIONS PROCEDURE5. Maintain liaisons with industry leaders through program advisoryboards to provide state-of-the-industry technology and currentbusiness practices.Written inquiries regarding enrollment at Minnesota School ofCosmetology should be addressed to:Minnesota School of Cosmetology6. Provide lifelong career- seeking skills for our graduates.Admissions Office7. Provide an environment to empower our students to reach the limitsof their potential in their field of study.1750 Weir Drive, Woodbury, MN 55125(651) 432-4635OWNERSHIP AND GOVERNANCEadmissions@msccollege.eduMinnesota School of Cosmetology is a proprietary corporation based inInterested students should schedule a personal interview at the school.the state of Minnesota and owned and governed by the Terry and KayeThe interview provides an opportunity to discuss career interests andMyhre family.become fully acquainted with the facility and the courses offered. The nextstep is to complete the enrollment application form in advance of thePOLICY STATEMENTselected starting date. Class start dates are listed in the calendar.Minnesota School of Cosmetology has established internal policies inaccordance with standard educational practice and with state, federal andAn orientation is scheduled prior to each program start date. Students areaccrediting regulations to best serve our students. All internal policies arenotified of the date of orientation and are required to attend.designed as guidelines to maintain high standards, remain compliant andprovide opportunities for excellent outcomes for all students. The campusADMISSIONS REQUIREMENTSdirector or his/her designees may, at their discretion, make exceptions toMinnesota School of Cosmetology admits only those students possessing apolicy. However, any exception to established internal policy may nothigh school diploma or its equivalent (GED), and who meet programviolate local, state or federal rules, regulations or statutes, and mustadmission standards. All applicants must provide a copy of a high schoolmaintain compliance with accreditation standards.diploma or its equivalent, proof of immunization prior to starting school, aswell as acknowledgement of receipt of Hepatitis A, B and C information. If aADMISSIONS INFORMATIONstudent graduated from a foreign high school, the diploma must beWe offer equal opportunities without distinction or discriminationtranslated.because of sex, age, race, gender identity, color, religion, creed, ethnicStudents must demonstrate proficiency in English by completion of, ororigin, nationality, sexual orientation, physical disabilities, mentalpassing, one of the following:disabilities, or veteran status, in any academic program or activity. Secondary (i.e. high school) or post-secondary (i.e. college)education in an English-speaking countryattending or admitted to another school offering a similar program of An ESL program from an accredited post-secondary institutionstudy. A post-secondary English composition course at an accreditedpost-secondary institutionLIMITS TO ADMISSION Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) ACCUPLACER Test Michigan TestMinnesota School of Cosmetology does not recruit students alreadyMinnesota School of Cosmetology, a member of the Broadview EducationConsortium, is committed to the security and safety of the entireeducation community. To safeguard the well-being of its campuses,applicants convicted of a predatory offense or offenders required by thecourts to register are prohibited from admission to the school. This7
INFORMATION & POLICIES2.LATE ADMISSIONSA minimum of 25 percent of total program hours must be completedat Minnesota School of Cosmetology.Students must register for classes no later than one day prior to the first3.day of the class start. Applications received after the first day of the classDecisions on transfer hours should be considered valid at the date ofevaluation.start will be retained on reserve status for the next class start date.4.Exceptions may be made at the discretion of the campus director.Transfer hours for courses may be subject to a verification ofcompetency in an area included in the equivalent course or satisfy theRE-ENTRYrequirement in some other way.Students who wish to re-enter the program must contact the campusdirector. The student will be charged the current rate of tuition per hourCosmetology Programfor the number of hours left to complete. If the student left the programAt the discretion and approval of the Minnesota School of Cosmetologyin a “non-satisfactory status,” the student will return in a “non-campus, students may transfer hours completed within the last three yearssatisfactory status.” The student must be meeting Satisfactory Academicfrom another accredited institution. Students who have attended a collegeProgress standards in order to return to school. Refer to the Satisfactorylevel Cosmetology program at a Minnesota Board of Cosmetology approvedAcademic Progress section in this catalog for further information.high school will be eligible for transfer of hours consideration. Students willbe evaluated by their transcripts and technical cosmetology certification.Military Re-EntryTransfer hours will be awarded based on both elements. The review willA service member or reservist who is temporarily unable to attend classdetermine if any hours will be considered for transfer.or have suspended their studies due to service requirements will bepromptly readmitted. The student must notify the sc
May 07, 2021 · HISTORY – MINNESOTA SCHOOL OF COSMETOLOGY Minnesota School of Cosmetology is a Minnesota-based corporation doing business as a cosmetology school. Minnesota School of Cosmetology was founded in September of 2003 after acquiring the Minnesota Cosmeto
