Classroom Policy

 

School Schedule

PROGRAM DETAILS

Program Time/Sched.	Master Cosmetologist	Nail Technician
Clock Hours	1500	600
Online Hours (max)	350	140
On-Campus Hours	1150	460
Day (wks)	44	19
Day (mths)	11	5
Night (wks)	66	28
Night (mths)	16	7
2-Day (wks)	56	24
2-Day (mths)	14	6

 

Program Time/Sched.	Instructor Training	Nail Technician Instructor
Clock Hours	750	250
Online Hours (max)	225	--
On-Campus Hours	525	250
Day (wks)	21	12
Day (mths)	5	3
Night (wks)	32	17
Night (mths)	8	4
2-Day (wks)	26	15
2-Day (mths)	7	4

 

Program Time/Sched.	Esthetician	Master Barber
Clock Hours	1000	1500
Online Hours (max)	350	450
On-Campus Hours	650	1050
Day (wks)	27	40
Day (mths)	6	10
Night (wks)	39	61
Night (mths)	9	15
2-Day (wks)	32	50
2-Day (mths)	8	12

 

Day (28 hrs/wk)	Tuesday – Friday 9:00am – 4:30pm (30 minutes lunch)
Night (18 hrs/wk)	Tuesday – Friday 4:30pm – 9:00pm
2-Day (22 hrs/wk)	Tuesday & Wednesday 9:00am – 9:00pm (1 hour lunch)

Courses are taught in English.

ALL courses are taught via traditional in-class instruction only! Distance education options are not currently offered.

(Director may change schedules for instructional, administrative, and/or regulatory necessity.)

Absence & Tardy Policy

1. Theory will start promptly on time. Any student coming in late will not be allowed to enter the classroom until class is completed. If more than fifteen (15) minutes past start time, you are considered LATE and will NOT be allowed to clock in for the rest of the day and must follow the Make-Up Policy defined in this catalog.

2. If you are going to be absent or late, you must contact your instructor as soon as possible. If, for any reason, you know that you will be late or tardy, it is your responsibility to have yourself marked off the appointment book.

3. Under the SAP policy and other policies of this catalog, there are no distinctions between unexcused or excused absences. Both types of absences count towards the student’s attendance percent in the same manner and it is up to the student to monitor. Any student falling below the 70% attendance rate will be subject to probation and eventual termination. Other options, like schedule changes or withdrawal requests, are available for each student should personal circumstances require accommodations.

4. If a student misses more than 14 days and does not return to the school on the 15th day, the student will be subject to termination with the dropped date as the last date attended.

Code of Ethics

Percentage of scheduled time to total time of the program	Percentage of total tuition due to school
.01% to 10%	10%
>10% to 25%	50%
>25% to 50%	75%
>50%	100%

1. Principle objective is to train qualified individuals to render the best possible service to patrons.

2. Strives continuously to improve its operation in order to keep abreast with the ever-changing developments and new techniques in the cosmetology industry.

3. Observes all rules and regulations issued by the State Board of Cosmetology and the Health Department.

4. Encourages its instructors to keep current with the latest teaching methods by reading educational books, attending teacher refresher or advanced courses, workshops, trade schools, etc.

5. Makes use of acceptable teaching techniques and training aids (such as textbooks, workshops, films, filmstrips, and other audio-visual aids) in order to advance and provide the best possible training for our students.

6. Takes part in education conferences and regional meetings in order to advance the profession of the cosmetology industry.

7. Purchases only high-grade equipment, cosmetics, and supplies to be used in the instruction and training of its students.

8. Maintains honest and fair relationships with its staff, students, patrons, the State Board, and other schools.

9. Advertises truthfully and makes honest representations to its students.

10. Refrains from any advertisements or criticism, which might reflect unfavorably on other schools or the cosmetology profession.

11. Develops a strong network with successful salons to ensure a greater opportunity for students in the search of a career.

Conduct and General Rules and Regulations

The following rules and regulations must be observed and obeyed in order for our school to operate in a professional and efficient manner:

1. Each student must have his/her own proper and sufficient equipment. No borrowing is allowed.

2. Any person found stealing will be dismissed from school immediately.

3. Kits are subject to inspection at any time. Non-professional equipment will be removed.

4. It is the responsibility of the student to keep their equipment and workstations clean, sanitized, and/or sterilized. The school furnishes most necessary supplies to keep areas clean.

5. It is illegal to perform services in unapproved locations and illegal to receive pay for services in these locations. The Georgia State Board of Cosmetology imposes a fine and/or revocation of your license if caught.

6. Students are not allowed to clock or sign anyone in or out other than themselves. Students violating this policy may be subject to immediate dismissal from school.

7. Students are not permitted in the Administration Office or the Instructors Office without permission. Students are permitted behind the reception desk and dispensary areas only while assigned to work these stations.

8. Gossip, dirty jokes, profane language, and dissension are not permitted.

9. Smoking, eating, drinking, or chewing gum will not be permitted on the clinic floor.

10. Absolutely no intoxicating substances will be allowed on the premises. Anyone found to be on behavioral or mind-altering substances will be dismissed immediately.

11. Poor attitudes, moods, illnesses, etc., are to be left at the door when you arrive for school. You are more than welcome to pick them up again at the end of the day.

12. Solicitation is not permitted in the school or on the school grounds.

13. Students are not to discuss their hours obtained, time schedules, or rates of tuition with each other or with customers.

14. Students must work diligently in all aspects of instruction.

15. Any student refusing to service a customer, or less than anxious to perform the service, will be subject to strong disciplinary action. Refusal may constitute dismissal from the school.

16. Students should not have discussions with each other while servicing a client.

17. Students having the ability to speak in any languages other than English will not be permitted to speak these languages on the clinic floor. Courses are taught in ENGLISH.

18. Students are not permitted to do their own hair. Fellow students need these hours too!

19. Student agrees that the school reserves the right to modify, amend, or supplement the catalog or any other notices furnished to the student. Student agrees to comply with the rules and regulations of the school. Failure to comply with the school rules and regulations may result in termination by the school.

Dress Code (Uniforms)

1. Students must wear black pants (no shorts or miniskirts) with a smock or lab jacket (nail technician & esthetician students); no leggings or jeggings allowed!

2. Students must wear closed-toe shoes at all times.

3. Professional hair and make-up are required.

4. No hats, scarves, or any other head dressing unless it is for religious reasons, which should be addressed with your instructor by the first day of class.

School Facilities  

Our facility occupies approximately 6,500 square feet of space at:  

4719 Ashford Dunwoody Rd #205, Dunwoody, GA 30338  

There is 1 level, which includes the following:

• 3 Offices

• 1 Break Room

◦ Dining tables

◦ Microwaves

◦ Refrigerators

• Storage rooms

• 6 classrooms

• 1 laundry room

• 3 restrooms

Available equipment is as follows:  

Master Cosmetologist

• 7 hair dryers

• 5 shampoo bowls

• 2 shower rooms

• Cosmetology stations and chairs

Esthetician

• Sinks for facial

• 2 rooms for client facials

• 5 machines 13-function facial

• 5 facial beds

• 18 facial practice stations

Nail Technician

• 20 nail stations

• 4 pedicure spa chairs

Barber

• Barber stations and chairs

Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy

Satisfactory progress in attendance and academic work is a requirement for all students enrolled in any program and for any category of attendance (part-time/full-time). This policy is provided prior to enrollment to ensure applicants understand all requirements.

1. Maximum Course Completion Time Frame: All courses must be completed within one hundred and twenty percent of the published course length (120% program maximum). Should a student exceed the maximum time frame, he or she will be allowed to continue in the program, but over-contract fees of $10.00 per hour will continue to accrue beyond the original or amended contract graduation date.

2. Determination of Progress: Students will be evaluated and provided written evaluations of cumulative attendance and academic status when they reach certain actual clock hours as follows:

Program	Report Hours
Master Cosmetologist	450 900 1200 1500
Nail Technician	300 600
Esthetician	450 900 1000
Nail Technician Instructor	125 250
Master Barber	450 900 1200 1500

Anticipated 900 hours in the academic year for Master Cosmetologist and Esthetician; anticipated 250 hours in the academic year for Nail Care Instructor; and anticipated 600 hours in the academic year for Nail Technician. 

The evaluations will show actual hours versus scheduled hours and will be completed within seven (7) days of the student reaching the above hour checkpoints. Students are only required to sign the formal progress evaluations when and if they are below the progress standards (academic or attendance). Students must be evaluated at least by the midpoint of the course or the midpoint of the academic year, whichever occurs sooner. 

In addition, each student must maintain a cumulative 70% rate of attendance.

3. Academic Progress Evaluations: Student Academic Progress (i.e., evaluation on theory, practical, and clinical work; however, clinical work is graded on a pass/fail basis only and will not be considered as part of the overall GPA) will be evaluated during the same time periods as stated above in the “Attendance Progress Evaluations.” Each student is expected to achieve a minimum grade point average of 75%. The grading system shall be: 

100-90% A (Excellent)

89.9-80% B (Above Average)

79.9-70% C (Satisfactory)

69.9-0% D (Failing)

4. Student Status

Satisfactory Academic Progress: Students who meet the standard for both attendance and academic evaluation periods shall be considered to be making Satisfactory Academic Progress until the next scheduled evaluation. To meet the requirement for satisfactory academic progress, each student must have a cumulative GPA of 70% and maintain a cumulative attendance rate of 70% of scheduled clock hours.

Warning and Probation: Students who fail to meet one or both of the evaluation requirements (Attendance or Academic) shall be placed on a warning until the next evaluation period. If a student fails to meet one or both of the evaluation requirements (Attendance or Academic) after the warning period, he or she will be placed on probation if the student prevails upon appeal of a negative progress determination prior to being placed on probation (see appeal information below). The school may allow for the status of probation if the institution determines that satisfactory academic progress standards can be met by the end of the subsequent evaluation period. If a student determines this is an inappropriate action based on personal circumstances, he or she may submit an appeal as stipulated in Item 6 below. A student can re-establish progress status by meeting the minimum attendance and/or academic minimum requirements.

Withdrawals: Academic progress achieved will not be adversely affected by withdrawals. Students re-entering their program will return in the same SAP status as when they left.

Re-Entry: If a student would like to re-enroll before ninety (90) days after voluntary withdrawal or termination, then he or she would be subject to previously contracted tuition rates (which will be prorated) and other fees. Before a student can be considered for re-entry, all previous balances due to the school must be paid in full and made current based on the percent of program completed prior to the withdrawal or termination. If a student decides to return from a voluntary withdrawal or termination after ninety (90) days, the student will be subject to any new tuition rates enacted by the school since the student withdrew. The student will return in the same satisfactory academic progress status as before withdrawal/termination.

Transfer: Transfer hours from another institution that are accepted toward the student’s educational program are counted as both attempted and completed hours for the purpose of determining when the allowable maximum time frame has been exhausted. SAP evaluation periods will be based on actual contracted hours at the institution.

5. Appeal Process

Students may appeal a satisfactory academic progress determination. The appeal must be in writing and directed to the school director, along with any supporting documentation as to why the student failed to meet SAP requirements in the specified period. Submitted documentation must also include a statement signed by the student explaining why they failed to make satisfactory academic progress and what has changed in the student’s situation that will allow them to achieve satisfactory academic progress by meeting the cumulative academic and/or attendance requirements by the next evaluation.

 

Mitigated Circumstances: If it is determined and documented that a student's failure to demonstrate satisfactory progress was due to personal illness, death of a family member (immediate relation), emotional trauma, etc., the appeal will be accepted and the student will be placed on probation, if applicable. The institution may allow for probationary status if it is determined that the student will meet SAP requirements by the end of the probationary period. If at the end of the probationary period the student is still not meeting Satisfactory Progress, they are allowed to continue the program but will be notified that the over-contract fees continue to accrue. The student will no longer be eligible for any applicable funding (school not eligible for Title IV), unless the student is on warning or has prevailed upon appeal of the determination that has resulted in the status or probation. A copy of the appeal and the determination of the appeal will be placed in the student file.

 

6. Course Incompletes, Repetitions, Non-Credit Remedial Courses

Course incompletes, repetitions, and non-credit remedial courses do not apply and have no effect on satisfactory academic progress.

 

Make-Up Policy

Students must make their own arrangements with their instructor to make up any missed classroom theory, practical lessons, or examinations. Students must complete the same material missed from the original class with the make-up instructor as directed on the make-up form provided. Each program has a built-in single day per week timeframe for any make-up hours (subject to change depending on program instructor availability). Although not commonly utilized, it is also possible for a student to make up missed hours/assignments on school holidays with prior consent of the administrative staff and the instructor.

Withdrawal Policy

All students who wish to withdraw must notify their instructor and the school administration staff in writing to appropriately process the withdrawal. In the event a student withdraws from the school, the school will hold their hours for return for a maximum of thirty-six (36) months. After this period, if the student returns, they must start the program from the beginning.

Advising/Counseling

All students are encouraged to seek assistance from their instructors or other appropriate staff members concerning their classes or other problems that affect their attendance at school, including but not limited to: school personnel issues, issues between other students, and personal issues. Academic advisement is also provided by the Records Specialist when a student fails to meet GPA or attendance requirements or upon the student’s request for an appointment at any point during their program.

 

Grievance Policy

The school will make every attempt to resolve any complaint or grievance that is not frivolous or without merit. Grievance procedures are discussed in orientation, thereby assuring all students know the steps to follow should they desire to register a grievance at any time with the school, its staff or faculty, or its director. All confidentiality in personnel complaints shall be reserved. The school will react promptly to any student grievances to maintain quality, value, and a conflict-free environment within our school. Evidence of final resolution of all grievances will be retained in school files.

1. The grievance must be made in writing, and any supporting documentation must be submitted within 60 days of the date the grievance occurred.

2. The grievance will be reviewed by the Director’s Office, and a response will be sent in writing to the complainant within 30 days. Interviews may be necessary, depending on the nature of the grievance.

3. If the grievance is of such a nature that it cannot be resolved by the Director’s Office, it can be referred to an appropriate regulatory agency if applicable. The complainant must exhaust the internal complaint process before submitting it to a regulatory agency, as applicable.

School State Licensing Agency

GA State Board of Cosmetology & Barbers  

214 State Capitol  

Atlanta, GA 30334  

(404) 656 2881

http://sos.ga.gov/index.php/licensing/plb/16

School Accreditation Agency (currently seeking full accreditation)  

Council on Occupational Education  

7840 Roswell Road  

Building 300, Suite 325  

Atlanta, GA 30350  

(770) 396 3898

https://council.org/contact-info/

Equipment

Students are issued equipment and supplies. It is the student’s responsibility to sanitize the equipment and ensure it is in good working order. If any equipment is lost or damaged, it is the student’s responsibility to repair damaged items or purchase replacements for lost items.

Visitors

Visitors are allowed on a limited basis. Administration must pre-approve all visitors.

Lost and Found

Any items found are to be turned into the instructor’s office. Students may contact an instructor to inquire about and claim lost property. It is NOT the school’s responsibility if personal items (e.g., clothing, purses, wallets) are lost or stolen on school premises. We will do what we can within reasonable limits to help the student recover such items.

Peer-To-Peer Policy

Unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material may subject the student to civil and criminal liability. The school will punish any student in violation of this policy by verbal warning, written warning, and/or dismissal from the school. The school reserves the right to report or not report such incidents to the local or federal authorities.

Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement.

Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or "statutory" damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For "willful" infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys' fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505.

Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense.

For more information, please see the website of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov, especially their FAQ at www.copyright.gov/help/faq.

School Holiday Schedule

Dates and Holidays 2024

Date Range	Holiday
April 1 – April 5, 2024 May 27, 2024 July 1 – 5, 2024 September 2, 2024 November 25 – 29, 2024 December 23, 2024 – January 3, 2025	Spring Break Memorial Day Summer Break Labor Day Fall Break Winter Break

Dates and Holidays 2025

Date Range	Holiday
April 7 – April 11, 2025 May 26, 2025 June 30 – July 4, 2025 September 1, 2025 November 24 – 28, 2025 Dec 22, 2025 – Jan 2, 2026	Spring Break Memorial Day Summer Break Labor Day Fall Break Winter Break

 

Professional Referral List

Drug or Alcohol Counseling

SAPList

http://saplist.com/find_a_sap/search.php

Recovery.org 

http://www.recovery.org/browse/georgia/

Drug Rehab Services

http://www.addicted.org/georgia-longterm-drug-rehab.html

Emergency Agencies

• Georgia State Patrol

(229) 333 5215

• Norcross City Police
(770) 4482111

• Gwinnett County Police (West Precinct)
(678) 442 6550

Self-Support Agencies

• College Drinking Prevention

http://www.collegedrinkingprevention.gov/

• Alcoholics Anonymous GA

https://www.aageorgia.org/

• Narcotics Anonymous

http://www.na.org/

• Higher Education Center for Alcohol, Drug Abuse, and Violence Prevention

www.edc.org/projects/higher_education_center_alcohol_drug_abuse_and_violence_prevention

• Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD)

www.madd.org

• Gateway Rehab

www.gatewayrehab.org

Area Medical & Urgent Care Providers

Comprehensive Primary & Urgent Care 6131 S Norcross Tucker Rd Ste 6 Norcross, GA 30093	Northside Hospital 1000 Johnson Ferry Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30342 (404) 381 1732
Trinity Family Urgent/Primary Care 5860 Jimmy Carter Blvd, Ste 125 Norcross, GA 30071	Scottish Rite 1001 Johnson Ferry Rd (404) 785 5252
Atlanta Medical Center 303 Parkway Dr NW Atlanta, GA 30312 (404) 265 4000	Gwinnett Urgent and Family Care 4775 Jimmy Carter Blvd Ste 201 Norcross, GA 30093 (470) 275 4907

 

I HAVE READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL OF THE STATED RULES AND REGULATIONS IN THE PERIMETER BEAUTY & BARBER INSTITUTE SCHOOL CATALOG. I ALSO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT I HAVE RECEIVED A COPY AT THE TIME OF ENROLLMENT FOR MY OWN PURPOSES, AND WILL ABIDE BY THESE RULES AND REGULATIONS.

**Please note the following additional policies and fees**

1. The student must make sure that his/her High School Diploma is translated to English if in another language. The Georgia Board will not accept High School Diplomas in any other language. A Board-approved translation must be submitted to the school before the student’s start date.

2. Student lockers are for use only during the time the student is enrolled in the school. Once the student graduates or drops, the student has fourteen (14) days from their graduation/drop date to remove all items from their locker. After this period, anything left in the locker will be given or thrown away.

3. The Georgia Board also requires their own application fee to take the licensure at the time of application to be paid to PSI (price could vary).

4. The school will provide the initial GA Board of Cosmetology Eligibility Form for Approval to Test or Student Transcript free of charge. Any subsequent requests for the Approval Form and a Student Transcript will be for a charge of $100 per request.

5. Upon completion or withdrawal from the student’s program, the school will report the total number of the student’s completed hours to the GA Board of Cosmetology & Barbers. The school sends a report of all student completed/withdraw hours to date to the State Board before the 12th of every month.

Student Signature | Date

Please sign this form and return it to the admissions office. This form must be kept on file to acknowledge that you have read and agree to the policies and procedures outlined in the school catalog.

The school reserves the right to update this catalog at any time during the student’s course of study as needed to match updates to any regulatory, legal, or school policy requirements.