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Students wishing to apply for financial aid may do so by scheduling an appointment with the Admissions Department upon enrollment or may choose to do it online. For those applying for Pell Grants, Subsidized Loans, Unsubsidized Loans & PLUS Loans, you may complete your FAFSA forms prior to your second interview online at FAFSA.com.
New Mexico Student Loans are only available students enrolling in a New Mexico or Oklahoma campus. Those wishing to apply may to New Mexico Student Loans.
All funding is available to those who qualify. We encourage students and parents to contact our Admissions Department at the school location nearest to you to answer any questions you may have.
TEXAS ADMISSIONS AND ENROLLMENT
The school does not discriminate in its employment, admission, instruction, or graduation policies on the basis of age, race, handicap, creed, color, religion, financial status, ethnic origin, or sex. The school requires that each student enrolling in the Cosmetology, Manicuring, or Esthetician course is at least 17 years of age and has:
- graduated from high school, GED OR
- Federally approved ATB test
All applicants must complete an Application for Enrollment. Prior to starting classes, students must:
- Pay the applicable registration fee, which is refundable, if the applicant is rejected.
- Register with the state regulatory agency and pay the required fee of $25.00, which may not be refunded.
- Provide proof of age and secondary education.
If a student is above the age of compulsory attendance, but does not have a high school diploma or GED, a prospective student must pass a Federally Approved Ability to Benefit Test for admission. Ability to Benefit testing information can be obtained from the school. [1/22/07]
APPLICANTS FOR THE INSTRUCTOR COURSE MUST MEET THE ABOVE CRITERIA AND:
- Hold a high school diploma or its equivalent.
- Have met all requirements for licensure as a cosmetologist.
- Be at least 17 years of age.
The school does not recruit students already attending or admitted to any other school offering a similar program of study.
TRANSFER STUDENTS
The school will administer a scholastic evaluation to students wishing to transfer to the school or require the transfer student to enter the school’s Phase I class. Based on the test results, if applicable, the school may recognize credit for all or part of the applicant’s previous training or work experience provided it is recognized by the Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists. Any transfer hours must be submitted and approved prior to enrollment. Transfer students must complete a minimum of 300 clock hours. In addition, such students must meet all regular entrance and registration requirements. If approved for enrollment, tuition will be charged at the hourly rate for the course of study at the time of enrollment plus the applicable registration fee.
Applicants contracting for 50% or more of the full course length will be provided a kit, which includes applicable texts and uniforms according to the standard policy for full course students. Applicants contracting for less than 50% of the full course length will be charged for the full kit, uniform, and applicable texts which will remain the property of the student when all graduation requirements have been met. Contact the school administration office for applicable kit prices.
A student transferring from one ITS Academy Inc. campus to another will be charged a $100 fee, but their contract will remain the same. All transfer and re-entry students must be properly registered with the state regulatory agency.
TEXAS COSMETOLOGY COURSE OUTLINE
1500 Hours
DESCRIPTION: The primary purpose of the Cosmetology Course is to train the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to pass the State Board examination and for competency in job entry level positions in Cosmetology or related career field.
OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of the course requirements, the determined graduate will be able to:
- Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self-confidence.
- Practice proper grooming and effective communications skills and visual poise.
- Understand employer employee relationships and respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received.
- Perform the basic manipulative skills including hair styling, shaping, bleaching, tinting, chemical reformation, scalp/hair conditioning, facials, manicures, pedicures and nail extensions.
- Perform the basic analytical skills to determine proper makeup, hairstyle, and color application for the client’s best overall look.
- Apply the theory, technical information and related matter to assure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures.
To ensure continued career success, the graduate will continue to learn new and current information related to techniques, trends, fashions, and methods for career development in cosmetology and related fields.
FORMAT: The clock hour education is provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for state board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. Clinic equipment, implements, and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career oriented activities. The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans, which reflect current educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of lecture, demonstration, and student participation. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips and other related learning methods are used in the course.
REFERENCES: Students follow Milady’s Standard: Cosmetology and Standard System of Salon Skills. A comprehensive library of references, periodicals, books, texts, and audio/video tapes are available to support the course of study and supplement the students’ training. Students should avail themselves of the opportunity to use these extensive materials.
GRADING PROCEDURES: Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed and counted toward course completion ONLY when rated as satisfactory or better. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures, performance standards established by the state licensing agency, and set forth in the Practical Skills Evaluation Criteria. Students must maintain a theory grade average of 75% and pass a FINAL written and practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:
- 91 – 100 Excellent – 4
- 81 – 90 Above Average – 3
- 75 – 80 Satisfactory – 2
- below 75 Unsatisfactory – 1
HOURS | SUBJECT/UNIT
Cosmetology Curriculum
100
50
200
50
200
100
50
500
75
75
1500
SHAMPOO AND RELATED THEORY: Types, Chemistry and Safety Precautions
HAIR & SCALP TREATMENTS - RELATED THEORY: Scalp Treatments & Manipulations, Hair Treatments, Related Knowledge, the Skin & Scalp, Disorders of the Skin, Scalp, & Hair, Light Therapy and Safety Precautions.
PERMANENT WAVING AND RELATED THEORY: Scalp & Hair Analysis, Chemistry of Cold Waving, Principal Actions in Cold Waving, Curling Rods, Procedures, Normal, Tinted, Bleached, Problem Hair, Record Cards/Release Statements and Safety Precautions.
CHEMICAL HAIR RELAXING AND RELATED THEORY: Classifications, Analysis of Hair, Chemistry of Relaxers, Procedures Normal, Tinted, Problem Hair, Conditioners, Record Cards/Release Statements and Safety Precautions
HAIR COLORING AND RELATED THEORY: Classifications, Analysis of Hair, Chemistry of Color, Procedures Permanent Tints, Bleaching, Corrective Work, Lash & Brow Tints, Record Cards/Release Statements and Safety Precautions
MANICURING AND RELATED THEORY: Equipment, Implements, Cosmetics, & Materials, Types, Related Anatomy, Procedures, Repair Techniques, The Nail; Disorders of the Nail, Pedicuring, Artificial Nails, Release Statements and Safety Precautions
FACIALS AND RELATED THOERY: Types, Chemistry of Cosmetics, Structure of the Skin, Manipulations, Make-Up, Arches, Temporary Hair Removal and Safety Precautions
HAIRSTYLING / HAIRCUTTING AND RELATED THEORY: Handling of Implements Used, Molding Arches and Lines, Finger Waves, Pin Curls, Stems & Bases, Roller Curls Stems and Bases, Style Patterns Artistry in Hairstyling, Comb-Out Techniques, Iron Curling, Blow Waving, Basic Shaping and Thinning, Style Cutting and Safety Precautions
CHEMISTRY: Organic and inorganic chemistry, forms of matter, pH and pH scale, oxidation and reductions reactions and the chemistry of shampoos, cold waving, relaxers, color and cosmetics.
SALON BUSINESS: Fundamentals of Business Management, Opening a Salon, Business Plan, Written Agreements, Licensing Requirements and Regulations, Laws, Salon Operations, Policies, Practices, Compensation Packages, Payroll Deductions, Telephone Use, Advertising, Sales, Communications, Public/Human Relations, Insurance, Salon Safety
Total Hours
The above hour requirements must be met by each student in each category in order for the earned hours to be accepted by the state licensing board for examination.
TEXAS ESTHETICIAN COURSE OUTLINE - PLANO
750 Hours
DESCRIPTION: The Esthetics Course offers a complete 750 hour course in the science and art of esthetics. The program is designed to prepare and educate each student in the fundamentals of the basic esthetic education set forth by TDLR. It will also prepare each student for the practical and theory examination for a Texas Esthetic License. In addition, the course will incorporate the knowledge needed for entry level employment in salons, spas, or clinical esthetics.
OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of the course requirements, the graduate will be able to:
- Perform and meet the standards set by the school and the esthetic industry
- Perform technical, communication, and servicing skills
- Successfully complete the State of Texas requirements to practice esthetics
- Exhibit the kind of professionalism necessary to gain and maintain entry level employment.
- Take and pass the Texas State Board of Cosmetology Exam for esthetic licensing.
To ensure continued career success, the graduate will continue to learn new and current information related to techniques, trends, fashions, and methods for career development in esthetics and related career positions.
FORMAT: The clock hour education is taught within a set of structured curriculum that prepares students for state board examination, graduation, and entry level skills. The esthetic course encompasses both theory and practical education for each topic. Clinic equipment and products are comparable to those used in the industry. The course is presented through well developed lesson plans, which reflect current educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of lecture, demonstration and student participation. Instruction will be supplemented with visual aids, guest speakers, field trips and other instructional techniques.
REFERENCES: Students follow Milady’s Standard Fundamentals for Estheticians textbook. A comprehensive library of references, periodicals, books and DVD’s are available to support the course of study and supplement the student training.
GRADING PROCEDURES: Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed and counted toward course completion ONLY when rated as satisfactory or better. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures, performance standards established by the state licensing agency, and set forth in the Practical Skills Evaluation Criteria. Students must maintain a theory grade average of 75% and pass a FINAL written and practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:
- 91 – 100 Excellent – 4
- 81 – 90 Above Average – 3
- 75 – 80 Satisfactory – 2
- below 75 Unsatisfactory – 1
HOURS | SUBJECT/UNIT
Esthetician Curriculum
40
90
50
75
50
225
25
15
10
10
75
35
750
SANITATION, SAFETY AND FIRST AID: Bacteria, Virus, How pathogens Enter the Body, Parasites, Immunity, Principals of Prevention, Universal Precautions. Types of Disinfectants and How They Are Used, How to Safety Sanitize and Disinfect Various Esthetic Tools and Equipment, OSHA, MSDS. First Aid for Bleeding and Wounds, Bums, Chocking, Fainting and Eye Injury.
ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY: Cells, Tissue, Organs, Body Systems. Physiology and Histology of the Skin, Skin Disorders and Diseases.
CHEMISTRY: Branches of Chemistry, matter, Acidity and Alkalinity, Chemical Reactions, Chemistry as applied to Cosmetics. Cosmetic Ingredients, Natural Ingredients, Product Safety.
ELECTRICITY, MACHINES, AND RELATED EQUIPMENT: Electricity, Electrical Equipment Safety, Light Therapy, Machine Facials, Rotary Brush, Spray and Vacuum Machine, Magnifying Lamp, Wood’s Lamp, Steamer, High Frequency, Galvanic Current, Electrical Mask, Paraffin Heating Units, Wax Heating Units, Hot Towel Cabinet, Microdermabrasion, Therapeutic Lamp, Contraindications, Safety and Sanitation.
CARE OF CLIENT/ANALYSIS: Greeting, Consultation, Form, Ask Questions to Discover Client Needs, Analyze Client’s Skin and Assess, Agreement of Treatment, Delivering of the Service, Completion, Client Retention, Resolving Conflict, Handling Difficult Clients, Diplomacy.
FACIAL TREATMENT (CLEANSING, MASKING, THERAPY): Equipment and Room Set-Up, Treatment Room Supplies, Products, Product Application, Cleansing Procedures, Removing Cleanser, Gominage, Enzymes, Steam, Extractions, Disincrustation. Types of Massage, Incorporating Massage During Facial Treatments, Lymphatic Drainage, Pressure Points. Classifications and Benefits of Masks. Chemical Peels - Glycolic, Lactic, Salicylic, Pumpkin Peel. Body Treatments Consultation, Contraindications, Safety and Sanitation.
SUPERFLUOUS HAIR REMOVAL: Hair Growth Cycle, Characteristics and Differences in Hair Growth, Methods of Hair Removal, Use of Hard and Soft Wax, Tweezing Brow Design, Client Consultation, Hair Removal Procedures, Contraindications, Safety and Sanitation.
AROMATHERAPY: History of Aromatherapy, How Aromatherapy Works, Aromatherapy uses Within the Skin Care Center, Common Aromatherapy Essential Oils, Contraindication, Safety and Sanitation.
NUTRITION: Vitamins, Water and the Skin. Basic Nutrition, Enzymes, Proteins, Carbohydrates, Lipids, Minerals, Antioxidants.
COLOR PSYCHOLOGY: Color and Emotion, How Skin Gets Its Color, Determining Skin Color, Prirnary/Secondary/Tertiary Colors, Warm and Cool Colors, Selecting Make- Up Colors
MAKE-UP: Products, Tools, Supplies, Daytime Make-Up, Special Occasion Make-Up, Camouflage, Custom Blending, Facial Contouring, Black and White Photo Make-Up, Glamour Eyes, Fantasy Make-Up, Corrective, Bridal, Custom Lip Sticks, Custom Foundations, Body Art, Photo Shoot, Artificial Eyelashes, Lash and Brow Tinting, Body Bronzing, Consultation, Safety and Sanitation.
MANAGEMENT: Importance of Keeping Good Records, Operating a Successful Skin Care Business, Public Relations, Know Your Products and Services, Marketing, Building a Clientele, Goal Setting, Networking, Cover Letter, Resume, Job Interviews, Compensation, Life Long Learning.
Total Hours
The above hour requirements must be met by each student in each category in order for the earned hours to be accepted by the state licensing board for examination.
TEXAS INSTRUCTOR COURSE OUTLINE
750 Hours
DESCRIPTION: The primary purpose of the Instructor Course is to train the student in the basic teaching skills, educational judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to pass the State Board examination and for competency in job entry level employment as an Instructor or related career avenue.
OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of the course requirements, the determined graduate will be able to:
- Project a positive attitude and a sense of personal integrity and self-confidence.
- Practice proper grooming and effective communications skills and visual poise.
- Understand employer employee relationships and respect the need to deliver worthy service for value received.
- Perform the basic skills necessary for teaching including writing lesson plans, performing lectures and demonstrations, directing student projects, using library resources and audio-visual aids, conducting theory class instruction and measuring student achievement, supervising clinic operations, and maintaining required student records.
- Apply the theory, technical information and related matter to assure sound judgments, decisions, and procedures.
To ensure continued career success, the graduate will continue to learn new and current information related to techniques, communications skills and teaching methodologies to improve teaching skills.
FORMAT: The clock hour education is provided through a sequential set of learning steps which address specific tasks necessary for state board preparation, graduation and job entry level skills. Clinic equipment, implements, and products are comparable to those used in the industry. Each student will receive instruction that relates to the performance of useful, creative, and productive career oriented activities. The course is presented through well-developed lesson plans, which reflect current educational methods. Subjects are presented by means of demonstration and student participation. Student Instructors will demonstrate their level of competency through completion of required classroom and clinic student teaching activities. Audio-visual aids, guest speakers, field trips and other related learning methods are used in the course.
REFERENCES: Students follow Milady’s Master Educator Student Course Book. A comprehensive library of references, periodicals, books, texts, and audio/video tapes are available to support the course of study and supplement the students’ training. Students should avail themselves of the opportunity to use these extensive materials.
GRADING PROCEDURES: Students are assigned theory study and a minimum number of practical experiences. Theory is evaluated after each unit of study. Practical assignments are evaluated as completed and counted toward course completion ONLY when rated as satisfactory or better. Practical skills are evaluated according to text procedures, performance standards established by the state licensing agency, and set forth in the Practical Skills Evaluation Criteria. Students must maintain a theory grade average of 75% and pass a FINAL written and practical exam prior to graduation. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments. Numerical grades are considered according to the following scale:
- 91 – 100 Excellent – 4
- 81 – 90 Above Average – 3
- 75 – 80 Satisfactory – 2
- below 75 Unsatisfactory – 1
HOURS | SUBJECT/UNIT
Instructor Curriculum
350
350
750
INSTRUCTION & THEORY IN LAB/CLINIC OPERATIONS: Freshman Curriculum, Methodologies, Techniques, Materials, Equipment and Teaching Aids, Preparation of Lesson Plans and Test and Grading Procedures
CLASSROOM TEACHING & LAB/CLINIC MANAGEMENT: Conduct Assigned Theory and Practical Classes Under Instructor Supervision, Take an Active Role in Lab/Clinic Management Under Instructor Supervision and Complete the Student Instructor Notebook
Total Hours
The above hour requirements must be met by each student in each category in order for the earned hours to be accepted by the state licensing board for examination.
Tuition Course Costs
Effective September 1st, 2008, our current tuition will be $16,095.00 for the Cosmetology Course of training.*. This includes your books, uniforms and kit. Additional uniforms and kit items can be purchased separately if desired.
Our current cost of tuition for the Aesthetics Course of training is $12,500*. This includes your books, uniforms and kit. Additional uniforms and kit items can be purchased separately if desired.
Our current cost of tuition for the Instructor Course of training is $4,100*. This includes your books for training. Additional jackets can be purchased separately if desired.
*Please contact our Admissions Department for the most current tuition as our prices may have changed.
Students may purchase Advanced Education packages in increments of $400, $600, and $800. See your Admissions Representative for more details on the Advanced Education Workshops.
