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JOHNSON COUNTY COMMUNITY COLLEGEInformation PacketEstheticswww.jccc.edu/cosmetology

JCCC offers full-time and parttimeEsthetics programs and anEsthetics Essential update course• Johnson County Community College Esthetics program isa PIVOT POINT member school. e PIVOT POINT Estheticscurriculum is recognized for the abilities and quality of itsgraduates. To complement this curriculum, JCCC providesstudents with an exceptional instructional and salon facility.JCCC graduates are well prepared for the Kansas State Boardof Cosmetology licensure examination leading to professionallicensure.• Students learn theory and skill development in sanitation, skinsciences, skin treatments, proper use of esthetician machines,waxing, makeup and business practices.• Upon successful completion of the Esthetics program, studentsare prepared to take the Kansas State Board of Cosmetology forEstheticians licensure written and practical exams.Full-time class meets 40 hours per week• Monday-Friday 8 a.m.-5 p.m.• Starting the sixth week of class, salon hours include:ursdays 11 a.m.-8 p.m.• A seven-month course of 1,000 clock hours• Courses begin once a year in August (fall semester)Part-time class meets 20 hours per week• Monday-Wednesday 5:30-9:30 p.m.Saturday9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.• Salon hours begin the eleventh week of class• 13-month course of 1,000 clock hours• Courses begin once a year in August (fall semester)Additional Esthetics education• JCCC also offers Esthetics Essential, an update course of 100 contact hours, to the professional estheticians reflectingKansas State Board expansion of the esthetician scope of practice. is program is offered based on community needs.Cost: in-state tuition is $1,162 and out-of-state tuition is $2,080. We ask that you bring your existing kit instrumentsand JCCC will provide all learning materials and products.Once you achieve a current Esthetics license, you may apply 150 hours toward the Cosmetology program.3

Deadline to apply• Priority deadline for both the full-time and part-time courses is April 15 for the fall semester.• Applications accepted aer priority deadline are based on availability, call 913-469-8500, ext. 4708, to inquire.• Students must be able to enroll and pay for tuition, books and kit in full the day before classes start.Application process1. ere is no application fee. Be sure to retain the PIN youindicate on your Esthetics application. Submit thefollowing documents to the mailing address below:• Completed Esthetics application (in this packet)• Official high school or GED scores• All foreign transcripts must be translated byEducational Credential Evaluators, Inc. (ECE) beforethe priority deadline. Kansas State Board ofCosmetology will not accept translation from anyother company. Contact ECE direct at 414-289-3400or on the Web at www.ece.org.• Official transcripts must be sent directly from theschool. Hand-carried or faxed transcripts will not beaccepted.• Mail application and transcripts to:JCCC/AVS Admissions12345 College Blvd, Box 41Overland Park, KS 66210-12992. Take the COMPASS Test, which is a readingcomprehension test with no time limitations. ere is nocost for the test. e passing test score is 64 or higher forreading. Aer you submit your application, you will beable to take the test.3. JCCC Financial Aid is currently requesting the Estheticscourses be considered to qualify for financial aid. Contactthe Financial Aid office at 913-469-3840 or go to theStudent Success Center (2nd floor) on the main campusfor more information. If you decide to apply for analternative loan, we encourage you to consider all thesources listed below and carefully study their informationto determine if an alternative loan is your best option forfinancial assistance. Some applications can be made byphone or on the Web.Wells Fargo – P.L.A.T.O. Loan Program800-467-5286 www.wellsfargo.com/studentBank One – Education One Loan888-661-8663 www.educationone.comTERI – TERI Undergraduate Loan800-255-8374 www.teri.orgBank of America – B.A.G.E.L Undergraduate Loan800-344-8382http://www.bankofamerica.com/studentbanking/pdf/Undergraduate_Brochure.pdfUndocumented students wishing to enter the Cosmetology, Esthetics or Nail Technology programs are to be advisedthat although they will be able to complete the coursework required by the program, the state of Kansas will not allowthem to sit for Kansas licensure examination. e rationale for this decision is that as undocumented students are notauthorized to be legally employed; such students will be unable to practice their cra legally.• Visa holders do not need a Social Security number and may sit for the state’s examination.• e state of Kansas currently requires Cosmetology, Esthetics and Nail Technology students who have foreigneducation to have their credits reviewed in order to satisfy licensure criteria and program application requirementsof high school equivalency. Credits are to be evaluated by ECE only. Evaluations by other services will not beaccepted.4

8. Other costs are estimated for purchases of items required beyond kit and for Kansas State Board licensing and testing fees.Esthetics full-time program at 40 hours per week:CoursenumberCoursenameContacthoursCredithoursOthercostFall SemesterCO 120 Esthetics 100 7 $15-$30 $ 364 $ 1,435 $385 $1,477CO 121 Esthetics Lab 135 6 $30-$60 $ 312 $ 1,230 $330 $1,266CO 122 Esthetics Clinical 64 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 4221 st set of Courses Totals: 299 15 $45-$90 $ 780 $ 3,075 16 hoursCO 127 Intermediate Esthetics 93 7 $ 364 $ 1,435 $385 $1,477CO 128 Inter. Esthetics Lab 136 6 $ 312 $ 1,230 $330 $1,266CO 129 Inter. Esthetics Clinic 112 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422Books:Kit:Associatedcost:Program total estimated cost:Associatedcost:Springsemestertotalsestimatedcost:Program total estimated cost:In-State$ 250 $ 250$ 800* $ 800*$ 90 $ 90$2,700* $ 7,290*$ 250 $ 250$ 978 $ 3,120$3,678* $10,410*Fall 2010 tuitionOutofstateIn-StateOutofstateTotal maxabsent hoursallowedSpring SemesterCO 134 Esthetics Essentials 35 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422CO 135 Esthetics Essentials Lab 35 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422CO 136 Esthetics Essentials Clinical 48 1 $ 52 $ 205 $ 55 $ 211CO 141 Advanced Esthetics 61 5 $ 260 $ 1,025 $275 $1,055CO 142 Advanced Esthetics Lab 53 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422CO 143 Adv. Esthetics Clinical 128 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422Spring Semester Totals: 360 14 $200-250 $ 728 $ 2,870 32 hours* + kit tax

Esthetics part-time program at 20 hours per week:CoursenumberCoursenameContacthoursCredithoursOthercostIn-StateFall SemesterCO 120 Esthetics 100 7 $15-$30 $ 364 $ 1,435 $385 $1,477CO 121 Esthetics Lab 135 6 $30-$60 $ 312 $ 1,230 $330 $1,266CO 122 Esthetics Clinical 64 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422Books: $ 250 $ 250Kit: $ 800* $ 800*Fall semester totals: 299 15 $45-$90 $ 1,920* $ 4,215* 16 hoursSpring SemesterCO 127 Intermediate Esthetics 93 7 $ 364 $ 1,435 $385 $1,477CO 128 Inter. Esthetics Lab 136 6 $ 312 $ 1,230 $330 $1,266CO 129 Inter. Esthetics Clinic 112 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422Spring semester totals: 341 15 $ 780 $ 3,075 16 hoursSummer SessionCO 134 Esthetics Essentials 35 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422CO 135 Esthetics Essentials Lab 35 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422CO 136 Esthetics Essentials Clinical 48 1 $ 52 $ 205 $ 55 $ 211Summer session totals: 118 5 $ 260 $ 1,025 16 hoursFall SemesterCO 141 Advanced Esthetics 61 5 $200-$250 $ 260 $ 1,025 $275 $1,055CO 142 Advanced Esthetics Lab 53 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422CO 143 Adv. Esthetics Clinical 128 2 $ 104 $ 410 $110 $ 422Fall semester totals: 242 9 $200-$250 $ 718 $ 2,095 16 hoursTotal Estimated Cost $ 3,678* $ 10,410** + kit taxFall 2010 tuitionOutofstateIn-StateOutofstateTotal maxabsent hoursallowedIf you use an outside financialinstitution or would likeassistance on possible options,call the JCCC Financial Aidoffice at 913-469-3840. You areresponsible for all financialrequirements by the deadlinedates on your acceptance letter.

Selection process1. All application documents, transcripts and theCOMPASS test score must be received before a potentialstudent will be interviewed. e applicants will beinterviewed by staff member(s). e interview will lastapproximately 20 minutes.2. Each applicant will be asked the same questions and theinterviewer will assign a score. Questions will coverknowledge of the field, full-time and part-time studentchallenges, teamwork, communication and specificsituational issues. To be considered, you must meet theminimum score for the interview of 26 (out of 40 possiblepoints). Students receiving the minimum score or higherwill be ranked according to interview scores andCOMPASS scores and will be admitted according totheir ranking.3. A maximum of 12 students for the full-time program and12 students for the part-time program will be acceptedinto the Esthetics program. e remaining interviewedcandidates will be placed on a possible list for availableopenings until the day before the first day of class.4. A letter of acceptance will be mailed by registered mailwith a Student Acceptance Letter to be signed by thestudent and returned to the school within 10 workingdays of receiving the letter. If your acceptance letter is notreceived within 10 working days of receipt, the nextstudent on the list will be offered the spot. ose notselected will also be notified by mail.Tuition deposit• A $150 tuition deposit is due in the Business office(115 GEB) on the main campus with the signedacceptance letter. is deposit holds your place inclass and is applied toward tuition.Transferability of credits• JCCC does not accept nor transfer credits from or toanother cosmetology school or program.Missouri hours• Missouri licensure requires 750 Esthetics hours; therefore,this JCCC Esthetics program will satisfy the Missourilicensure requirements.Student orientation• Students must attend orientation on the first day of class.is session will enable students to meet the staff andlearn more about the program. Student expectations willbe reviewed as written in the student handbook. eactual date of the first day of class will be listed in theacceptance letter.8Attendance• Students must successfully complete all requiredcurriculum and hours for a semester before graduating.Esthetic students must complete 1,000 hours. Studentsmust also maintain an 82 percent academic level tocomplete the program.• If required hours are not completed by scheduled enddate, the student will receive an “F” for that semester.Students must retake the course at the current rate oftuition. Hours already taken will not be credited tothe next course or sent to the Kansas State Board ofCosmetology.• ere is a maximum hours absence policy for each groupof courses. Once a student exceeds the maximum hoursthey are removed from the program and hours will not becredited to the next course or sent to the Kansas StateBoard of Cosmetology. Unused absent hours from one setof courses will not carry over into the next, no exceptions.Dress code• e Esthetics student dress code includes solid blackslacks/trousers, solid black skirt or dress (ankle-length,no slits) solid black, white or gray shirts that coverunderarms, midriff and lower back at all times includingbending and closed-toe shoes. is code was establishedto follow the Kansas State Board of Cosmetology andJCCC Esthetics program guidelines.

Frequently asked questions1. What method is used to train students? We offer smallclasses taught by licensed instructors. Students are trainedin methods of skin care. e first part of the semester,students are taught through lecture, demonstration,working on mannequins and/or other students, readingtextbook(s), completing workbooks and taking tests.Esthetics students are required to complete a specificnumber of classroom hours before working on clients.While working on clients, additional classes andassignments will occur weekly.2. What if I am only interested in one program area?Students can choose to focus on Cosmetology, Esthetics(skin care) or Nail Technology and pursue state licensurein that area alone. ose wanting credentials in nail andskin with a broader base experience in hair shouldconsider the cosmetology area. If you would like moreinformation on the Cosmetology or Nail Technologyprograms, call 913-469-2390 and request that specificpackets be mailed to you. If you receive your Estheticslicensure and wish to continue with the Cosmetologyprogram, the Kansas State Board of Cosmetology andJCCC will apply 150 hours toward your coursework aswell as lower your tuition for your last semester in theCosmetology program.3. How many students apply and how many are admitted?Presently there are 12 students admitted to the full-timeEsthetics program and 12 students admitted to the parttimeEsthetics program. It is important to the quality ofthe program that students have appropriate workspaces,access to equipment and significant student/teachercontact, so it is necessary to limit the number of studentsadmitted. Presently there are also 12 students admitted tothe Cosmetology programs each semester, and sixstudents admitted to the full-time and part-time NailTechnology programs each class. e total number ofapplicants varies, but has consistently increased.4. Is there a deadline for application materials? Yes, there is adeadline date. (Refer to the “Deadline to apply”information listed before the application process.) Weencourage you to complete all steps as early as possible.5. I have already taken the JCCC assessment test. Do I haveto take the COMPASS? Yes, you will have to take theCOMPASS if we notify you. Note: If you have alreadytaken the COMPASS in the past two years, you are notrequired to take it again. However, if you took theassessment test, you will be required to take theCOMPASS. is ensures a standard measure by whicheach applicant is reviewed.6. What will be expected of me in the interview process?It is simply an opportunity for you and our staff tobecome familiar with each other. Questions range fromyour general interest and knowledge of the field tospecific situational issues. Faculty/staff will interview andrank potential students as to their knowledge, personal/professional ethics and communication skills. Studentsare then offered admission based on their ranking.7. Are all of the programs eligible for financial aid?e Cosmetology program is the only program eligiblefor financial aid. Esthetics and Nail Technology programsare not eligible, but alternative loans through companieslisted under step 3 of the application process are offered.8. At the conclusion of the program will I become certified?Provided you have completed your required 1,000 hoursand received a grade of 82 percent or higher, you willreceive a JCCC Certificate of Completion. Necessarydocuments are sent to the Kansas State Board ofCosmetology to make you eligible to take the writtenand practical exams.9. What level of commitment will be expected of me? Youwill be expected to attend class/clinic 40 hours per weekfor the full-time program, which are longer hours than isexpected in high school or college, and 20 hours a weekfor the part-time program. You will be challenged tostudy numerous new concepts and accuratelydemonstrate those skills.10. Is job placement assistance available? roughout theprogram, local speakers are invited to share informationabout their salon, their expertise and job opportunities.Additionally, job postings are available onsite. Studentsreceive training in professional protocol, interviewing andrésumé development. Students are always welcome tovisit with counselors to strengthen strategies forsuccessful job hunting11

JCCC WEST PARK CENTER,9780 W. 87th ST.OVERLAND PARK, KS 66212AVS Admissions: 913-469-8500, ext. 4223JCCC Salon (services offered to the public): 913-469-2390If you would like us to mail you an information packet on our Cosmetology, Nail Technology,or Instructor Training programs, call 913-469-2390or visit www.jccc.edu/Cosmetology.NoticeofNondiscriminationJohnson County Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, disability, age, religion, marital status,veteran’s status, sexual orientation, or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities as required by all applicable lawsand regulations. Inquiries concerning the college’s compliance with its nondiscrimination policies may be referred to the Dean of Student Services orDirector of Human Resources, Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office forCivil Rights, 8930 Ward Parkway, Suite 2037, Kansas City, MO 64114, 816-268-0550.For more information see: http://www.jccc.edu/home/catalog Revised 10/09