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B1 Careers Beauty School FAQ'S

 

LICENSING

 

1) What is the eligibility for an Operator license?

  

  • Must be at least 17 years old of age.

  • Have obtained a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma or have passed a valid examination administered by a certified testing agency that measures the person’s ability to benefit from training.

  • Have completed 1,500 hours of instruction in a licensed culture school.

2) What is the eligibility for an Instructor License?

 

  • Must be at least 18 years  of age.
  • Have completed the 12th grade or it equivalent.
  • Hold an operator license.
  • Have completed a course of 750 hours of instruction in cosmetology courses and teaching methods.
  • If any operator has two years of verifiable experience as a licensed operator then they only have to do 250 hours of instruction course in cosmetology. 

3) What is the eligibility for a Manicurist license?

 

  • Must be at least 17 years of age.
  • Have obtained a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma or have passed a valid examination administered by a certified testing agency that measures the person’s ability to benefit from training.
  • Have completed 600 hours of instruction in manicuring through a commission approved training program.

 4) What is the eligibility for a Facialist Specialty license?

 

  • Must be at least 17 years of age.
  • Have obtained a high school diploma or the equivalent of a high school diploma or have passed a valid examination administered by a certified testing agency that measures the person’s ability to benefit from training.
  • Have completed 750 hours in facialist instruction through a commission approved training program. 

5) Does a new student receive a permit?

 

  • The department shall require a student enrolled in a school of cosmetology in this state to hold a permit stating the student’s name and the name of the school. The permit shall be displayed in a reasonable manner of the school. 

6) What happens after a student finishes all program hours and have paid in full?

 

  • Then the student should be prepared to take the TX Final Written & Practical Exam. B1 Careers will schedule a date for the student to take their final exams at the proper location in Houston.

CLOCK HOURS

 

1) What is the minimum # of hours a student must attend B1 Careers per week?

  • 15 hours  

2) What is the minimum # of hours a student must attend B1 Careers per month?

 

  • 60 hours

3) What happens if a student does not meet the minimum # of hours per week or per month?

 

  • The student must talk to the Director or Assistant Director. The y will be placed on probation.

4) What is the school’s operating hours?

 

Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.

 

Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4 pm.

 

TUITION AND PAYMENTS

 

1) What happens if a registered student misses a tuition payment?

 

  • The student will have to talk to the Director or Assistant Director.

2) What forms of tuition payments does the school accept?

 

  • Cash, credit card, check, debit card, and money order.

 

DRESS CODE

 

1) Does a student wear a uniform?

 

  • Yes. The student must wear the indicated colored apron depending which phase they are in and must always look professional and clean.

2) What kind of shoes does a student wear?

 

  • Under Cosmetology law it is required to wear closed toed and closed heeled shoes at all times. Must be followed at all times.

TESTING 

 

1)  If a student misses an exam day will they get a chance to make it up? 

  • Yes. We allow make up testing only under certain circumstances. If you have more questions over this matter please direct them to your instructor or director.  

 2)  Are there many tests?

 

  • Examinations are given periodically, after every chapter, in both theory and practical classes. If you have more questions, please speak to your instructor.

GRADING SYSTEM

 

The instructor reviews each student’s progress on a regular basis. Examinations are given periodically and practical work is graded as well. The minimum acceptance score that reflects that the student has passed the assignments is 70%. This minimum passing score applies to both theory and practical work assignments.

          

 EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES 

 

1) When registering with B1 Careers does the new student receive any equipment and supplies?

 

  • Yes. If students pay their full down payment they will receive a kit and books for the proper program the have signed up for to begin training. If you have more questions please email an Admission representative or call the school.

2) If a student needs extra supplies where can I get it?

   

  • We sell a limited amount of supplies but we can always help you find something you need for class.

 3) Do the books come in different languages?

 

  • Yes, They come in Spanish and English.

REGISTRATION

 

 1) What does a person need to bring in order to register?

 

  • Proof of identification (Anything that is government issued)
  • 4 passport size colored photos.
  • A copy of high school diploma or G.E.D or something equivalent from the  USA
  • A form of payment: cash, credit card, check.

2) Can one register at anytime in the program?

 

  • Yes.  It does not matter when you join the program because you will pick up the missed material when it comes back around.  

CLASSES

 

1) Are there schedules that a student needs to follow?

 

  • Yes. There will be several classes on the same day. If you miss a class you can always make it up at a later time that day. Class schedules will be posted up on the bulletin boards.

2) Are there other languages that a student can learn the material instead of English?

 

  • B1 careers only offer classes in English and Spanish. 

 FOOD AND DRINKS

 

 1) Does a student get a lunch break?

Yes, of course. A student is also allowed to leave campus for lunch and come back or bring their lunch as well.   They must clock out during breaks or when leaving campus. A student is not allowed to eat or drink during class hours. The student is only allowed to eat and drink in the “Student Lounge” during their break time.

ATTENDANCE 

 

Attendance is recorded on all regularly schedule school days. A daily time report is maintained   indicating the attendance record for each student enrolled. Students must attend on a regular basis in order to be considered making satisfactory progress and complete the program within the maximum time frame. Excessive absenteeism will be cause for possible interruption of training.

 

TRANSFER STUDENTS

 

1)   Can one transfer hours to “B1 Careers” from another TX Cosmetology School?

  • Yes. Please bring your permit # and see a B1 Careers representative for further assistance.

2)   Can one transfer to B1 Careers from an out-of-state Cosmetology School?              

  • Yes. Please brings us a transcript and see a B1 Careers representative for further assistance.

VISITORS

 

No visitors allowed. Any visitors that interrrupt any class session will be asked to leave.

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