The following programs receive Satisfactory Progress Evaluations in both attendance and academics.
Cosmetology 1500 clock hours
Cosmetology 1600 clock hours
Cosmetology Teacher 1000 clock hours
Cosmetology Teacher 500 clock hours
Barbering 1500 clock hours
Barber Teacher 500 clock hours
Barber Teacher 1000 clock hours
Cosmetology Refresher/Refresher 250 clock hours
The Satisfactory Progress Evaluation will occur when students reach the following actual hours and academic weeks:
| Program Name | 1st SAP Evaluation Period Ends | 2nd SAP Evaluation Period Ends | 3rd SAP Evaluation Period Ends |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cosmetology (1500) (35 Hour Schedule) - Chicago |
450 actual hours and 13 weeks | 900 actual hours and 26 weeks | 1200 actual hours and 35 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1500) (30 Hour Schedule) - Chicago |
450 actual hours and 15 weeks | 900 actual hours and 30 weeks | 1200 actual hours and 40 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1500) (28 Hour Schedule) - Chicago |
450 actual hours and 17 weeks | 900 actual hours and 33 weeks | 1200 actual hours and 43 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1500) (28/35 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
450 actual hours and 13 weeks | 900 actual hours and 26 weeks | 1200 actual hours and 35 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1500) (28/18 and 22.5 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
450 actual hours and 23 weeks | 900 actual hours and 45 weeks | 1200 actual hours and 60 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1600) (35 Hour Schedule) - Chicago |
450 actual hours and 13 weeks | 900 actual hours and 26 weeks | 1250 actual hours and 36 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1600) (30 Hour Schedule) - Chicago |
450 actual hours and 15 weeks | 900 actual hours and 30 weeks | 1250 actual hours and 42 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1600) (28 Hour Schedule) - Chicago |
450 actual hours and 20 weeks | 900 actual hours and 40 weeks | 1250 actual hours and 56 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1600) (28/35 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
450 actual hours and 17 weeks | 900 actual hours and 33 weeks | 1250 actual hours and 45 weeks |
| Cosmetology (1600) (28/18 and 22 .5 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
450 actual hours and 23 weeks | 900 actual hours and 45 weeks | 1250 actual hours and 62 weeks |
| Barbering (30 Hour Schedule) - Chicago |
450 actual hours and 15 weeks | 900 actual hours and 30 weeks | 1200 actual hours and 40 weeks |
| Barbering (35 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
450 actual hours and 13 weeks | 900 actual hours and 26 weeks | 1200 actual hours and 35 weeks |
| Barbering (Transfer Students Only) (28 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
450 actual hours and 17 weeks | 900 actual hours and 33 weeks | 1200 actual hours and 43 weeks |
| Cosmetology Teacher (1000 hours) (35 Hour Schedule) - Chicago and Lombard |
450 actual hours and 13 weeks | 900 actual hours and 26 weeks | N/A |
| Barber Teacher (1000 hours) (35 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
450 actual hours and 13 weeks | 900 actual hours and 26 weeks | N/A |
| Cosmetology Teacher (500 hours) (35 Hour Schedule) - Chicago and Lombard |
250 actual hours and 8 weeks | N/A | N/A |
| Barber Teacher (500 hours) (35 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
250 actual hours and 8 weeks | N/A | N/A |
| Cosmetology Refresher (35 Hour Schedule) - Chicago |
125 actual hours and 4 weeks | N/A | N/A |
| Refresher (35 Hour Schedule) - Lombard |
125 actual hours and 4 weeks | N/A | N/A |
The first evaluation will occur no later than the midpoint of the academic year. The SAP evaluations are completed within seven (7) school business days of the student reaching the evaluation points.
At the end of each evaluation period, the school will determine if the student has maintained at least 88% cumulative attendance since the beginning of the course which indicates that, given the same attendance rate, the student will graduate within the maximum 114% time frame allowed.
At the end of each evaluation period, the school will determine if the 500/1000 cosmetology and barber teacher student has maintained at least 90% cumulative attendance since the beginning of the course which indicates that, given the same attendance rate, the student will graduate within the maximum 111% time frame allowed.
The following grading system is used to evaluate a student’s academic ability:
- Examinations are given in all subjects.
- If a student receives an UnSatisfactory Academic Progress Evaluation, it will be reviewed and signed by the student and maintained in the student’s financial file. The Satisfactory Academic Progress Evaluation will reflect if the student’s evaluation will impact the students eligibility for Financial Aid. The student may request to review their Satisfactory Academic Progress Evaluation from the Financial Services Leader or Future Professional Advisor.
The following grading scale is used for Core practical and written exams, theory progress, practical assessments, and final exams for the Cosmetology (1500/1600), Barbering, and Cosmetology Refresher/Refresher programs:
A = 90 – 100% B = 80 – 89% C = 75 – 79% Failing = Below 75%
The following grading scale is used for written exams, theory progress, practical assessments, and final exams for all 500/1000 hour cosmetology teacher/barber teachers programs:
A = 90 – 100% Failing = Below 90%
Practical skills are graded by instructor approval in CourseKey Skills Tracker or guest ticket. Approval from an instructor represents a grade of 75% or higher. No approval indicates a score of less than 75% for the Cosmetology (1500/1600), Barbering, and Cosmetology Refresher/Refresher programs and 90% for the 500/1000 hour cosmetology teacher/barber teachers programs and the student has not met minimum satisfactory standards on the practical application. The student is required to continue the practical application until they receive approval from an instructor. Students must make up failed or missed tests and incomplete assignments.
*The school uses a 900-hour academic year for Title IV purposes.
35.00 schedule = 26 academic weeks
30.00 schedule= 30 academic weeks
28.00 schedule= 33 academic weeks
22.50 schedule = 40 academic weeks
18.00 and 22.50 schedule = 44 academic weeks
28.00 schedule= 33 academic weeks (barbering transfer students only)