Admissions Requirements

 

Prior to a student starting class, the following documentation listed below must be secured, as applicable. If you do not provide the documentation, you will not be allowed to begin class. 

 

Documents Required for Admissions:

 

1. All students must be at least 17 years old. 

2. A Social Security card. 

3. Provide one of the following: unexpired Driver’s License or ID, Permanent Resident Card (Green Card), or Passport. 

4. High School Diploma (HSD) or GED. 

5. All foreign credentials must be translated into English, verified as a student’s high school diploma performed by an outside agency and confirm the academic equivalent to a U.S High School diploma. 

6. Complete the Abyssinia Beauty School enrollment application. 

 

NOTE: Abyssinia Beauty School does not discriminate against students or potential students on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, sex, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, or the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability or the use of a trained guide dog or service animal by a person with a disability. 

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Abyssinia Beauty School acknowledges that information pertaining to an applicant’s disability is voluntary and confidential and will be made on an individual basis. If this information is presented, Abyssinia Beauty School will reasonably attempt to provide an accommodation to overcome the effects of the limitation of the qualified applicant. All inquiries about accommodations should be made to the admissions administrator upon registration of the program. 

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Orientation

 

After an interview with an admissions representative, the prospective student will tour the facility and complete a pre-enrollment checklist. The admission process will then continue with the completion of various forms. Including an enrollment agreement. (All of which must be signed and dated prior to the students scheduled enrollment date.) “New Student Orientation” (The student must attend orientation before his or her scheduled enrollment date.) 

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The “New Student Orientation” will review all necessary information, including but not limited to, rules and regulations of the academy, safety precautions, evacuations procedures, uniform policy, program objectives, and desired student characteristics. Following Orientation, each student must sign and date an Orientation Checklist confirming their compliance and understanding of the school’s policy. 5 

 

Re-Entry 

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If a student would like to re-enroll before thirty (30) days after voluntary withdrawal or termination, then he or she would be subject to previously contracted tuition rates (which will be pro-rated) 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 withdraw or termination. If a student decides to return from a voluntary withdrawal or termination after thirty (30) 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. 

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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 ten (15) minutes past the start time you are considered LATE. 

2. Each student is allowed one (1) unexcused absence or tardy per month. An unexcused absence is any absence that cannot be verified with proper documentation. If a student misses more than 1 day in a month, they will be subject to the following punishments based on repetition of absence violation per month: 

3. First and Second Offense: Warning 

4. Third Offense: Termination 

 

*Offenses are reset every month to reflect that next month’s absences or tardiness. 

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*If a regularly scheduled Saturday class is missed for an unexcused absence, the student will be subject to immediate Write-Up, up to and including termination

 

1. If you are going to be absent or late, you must contact your instructor. 

2. If a student misses more than 3 days in any instruction week without prior notification to the school, the student must provide official documentation for the reason of the unexpected absence immediately upon returning to the school. Official documentation includes but is not limited to: a doctor’s excuse, an emergency department or hospital release form, insurance documentation and/or police report from an accident, etc. 

3. If a student misses more than 14 days, and does not return to the school or notify the school within two (2) weeks of the first day missed, the student will be subject to termination with the dropped date as the last date attended. 

 

Code of Ethics 

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1. The principal 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. 

4. Encourages its instructors to keep current of 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 the 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 more successful salons to ensure a greater opportunity for students in the search of a career. 

 

Clinic Rules

 

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

2. In the event of a student missing kits or books, the student will replace items at their own cost. 

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

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

5. 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. 

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

7. 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. 

8. 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 at these stations. 

9. Gossip, dirty jokes, profane language, yelling, bullying, and fighting are not permitted. 

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

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

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

13. A solicitation is not permitted in the school, or on the school grounds. 

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

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

16. 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. 

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

18. Courses are taught in ENGLISH. 

 

Zero Tolerance

 

Abyssinia Beauty School has zero tolerance for any forms of violence or threats, offensive language or aggressive behavior, bullying, use of or possession of illegal substances or alcohol, possession of firearms, ammunition, explosives, fireworks, or any other dangerous weapon (any instrument that may be used to inflict bodily harm), theft and fraud. If anyone is suspected of any of these types of violations, they will be immediately suspended from school during an investigation. Once the investigation is complete and if the suspected party has been found to be in violation of the policy they will be terminated from the program. Future enrollments will not be approved. 

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Dress Code and Uniform

 

• Professional hygiene is important in the profession. 

• School will provide school aprons and must be worn at all times during school hours. 

• No tank tops, no cropped tops, no ripped jeans, no gym clothes. 

• Students must always wear closed toe shoes. 

• No open toes, high heels, flip flops for safety reasons. 

• Professional hair and make-up is required 

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

 

Dispensary Responsibilities 

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• Disinfecting all stations, dispense areas. 

• Keep all bottles filled. 

• Sanitize carts, trays, chairs. 

• Floors swept, mopped, and vacuumed. 

• Towels to be kept clean and folded. 

• Clean wax pots 

• Countertops clean and uncluttered 

• Empty trash cans 

• Facial bed linens, towels should be laundered and changed daily ● Check with your instructor at the end of the day. 

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School Facilities

 

203 S 2nd St Suite # F Renton, WA 98057

 

Abyssinia Beauty School features an up-to-date facility with a reception area and classroom.

 

• Breakroom with refrigerator, microwave, toaster 

• Washer/ Dryer 

• T.V. and computers 

• 8 working stations. 

• 3 shampoo units 

 

There is parking available in a well-lit parking lot. The facility is located in close proximity to public transit. This is an ADA accessible facility with reasonable accommodation provided at the request of the student. The maximum class size is 10 and the student/teacher ratio is 10 to 1. 

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School Calendar, Class Schedules, and Program Starting Dates 

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Observed Holidays: 

• Martin Luther King Day 

• Independence Day 

• Memorial Day 

• Labor Day 

• Thanksgiving 

• Christmas Day 

• New Year’s Eve New Year’s Day

 

School Hours

 

Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM -6:00 PM

Saturday: Closed 

​Sunday - Closed 

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Student Attendance and Grade Point Average Expectations

 

Maintain a 76% Cumulative Attendance Rate. 

Maintain an 76% Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA)

 

93- 100% (Excellent)

85- 92% (Above Average) 

76- 84% (Satisfactory) 

75- 0% (Failing)

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Financial Aid Assistance 

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Abyssinia Beauty School does not offer Federal Financial Aid. 

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Satisfactory Academic Progress Policy 

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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. 

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Maximum Course Completion Time Frame: All courses must be completed within one hundred and three two percent of the published course length (132% program maximum 

 

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: 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 only must sign the formal progress evaluations when and if he or she is below the progress standards (academic or attendance). Students 12 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 76% rate of attendance. 

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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 76%. The grading system shall be as follows.

 

93- 100% (Excellent) 

85- 92% (Above Average) 

76- 84% (Satisfactory) 

75- 0% (Failing)