ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS
Serving Rockford, Sterling and Peru, IL
Cosmetology Program
- Must have a high school diploma, its equivalent, G.E.D. certificate, or an online diploma original from an approved high school or agency accepted at the schools discretion.
- Participate in a financial planning information session with a Financial Aid assistant.
- All documentation needed for a complete file must be submitted before beginning class.
- Proof of name change, if applicable.
- Have a state issued credential for secondary school completion, if home schooled.
- Must be at least 16 years of age and show proof.
- Document transfer hours will be accepted upon school approval.
Teacher Training
All students are required to attend an interview at the college, complete and pass an entrance exam, complete a confidential questionnaire as far in advance of class starting date as possible. If failing the entrance exam, it may be re-taken in 3 months.
- Must have a valid cosmetology or nail technician license or have filed for cosmetology or nail technician license.
- Must have a high school diploma, its equivalent or G.E.D. certificate (original).
- Must have maintained an 80% G.P.A. or above in cosmetology/nail technology college. Must submit documentation supporting this average (if available).
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Participate in financial planning information session with Financial Aid assistant.
- Must have a sincere desire to motivate and educate students in the art of cosmetology/nail technology.
- Proof of name change, if applicable.
- Complete and pass an entrance exam.