VA Evaluations in both attendance and academics will occur when students reach:
| Program Name | 1st SAP Evaluation | 2nd SAP Evaluation | 3rd SAP Evaluation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology (25 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 450 actual hours | 900 actual hours |
| Cosmetology (35 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 450 actual hours | 900 actual hours |
| Barbering (25 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 450 actual hours | 900 actual hours |
| Barbering (30 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 450 actual hours | 900 actual hours |
| Barbering (35 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 450 actual hours | 900 actual hours |
| Esthetician (25 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 300 actual hours | 450 actual hours |
| Esthetician (30 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 300 actual hours | 450 actual hours |
| Esthetician (35 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 300 actual hours | 450 actual hours |
| Manicuring (25 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 300 actual hours | 450 actual hours |
| Manicuring (35 hour schedule) | 210 actual hours | 300 actual hours | 450 actual hours |
The first evaluation will occur no later than the midpoint of the academic year. The VA evaluations are completed within 7 school business days of the student reaching the evaluation points.
The following grading system is used to evaluate a student’s academic ability:
- Examinations are given in all subjects.
- VA Evaluations are reviewed and signed by the student and maintained in the student’s financial file. The VA Evaluation will reflect if the student’s evaluation will impact the students eligibility for Financial Aid. The student may request to review their financial aid file from the Financial Services Leader or Director.
The following grading scale is used for academics:
A = 95 – 100% B = 90 – 94% C = 85 – 89% Failing = Below 85%
Practical and clinical work is graded by a signature or instructor verification within the student’s practical clinic tracking system or guest ticket. A signature or instructor verification represents a passing grade which means all elements of the practical grading criteria were met. No signature or verification indicates a failing score which means one or more of the practical grading criteria elements were not met and the student has not met minimum satisfactory standards on the practical application. Students are required to continue and/or repeat the practical application until they receive instructor approval. Students must complete all practical skills and monthly practical requirements through the school’s approved tracking system. A student will be graded based on the progress achieved on the completion of required practicalapplications and services documented within the practical tracking system. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments.
An academic year consists of 900 clock hours/26 academic weeks.