Consumer Information

HEALTH AND SAFETY

• Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention
• Vaccination Policies
• Campus Security Policies, Crime Statistics and Crime Log
• Fire Safety Policies
• Counseling and Assistance Services

STUDENT OUTCOMES

• Completion, Licensure, and Employment Rates
• Career and Job Placement Services
• Transfer-out Rates

OTHER CONSUMER INFORMATION

• Orientation
• School Calendar
• Educational Materials

More information about FERPA generally may be found on the U.S. Department of Education’s website at ED.gov.

HEALTH AND SAFETY Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention

The institution will annually distribute in writing to each student and employee and will biennially review the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program, which will include:

Standards of conduct that clearly prohibit, at a minimum, the unlawful possession, use or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol by students and employees on MASOCAS property or as part of any of its activities. A description of the applicable legal sanctions under Local, State or Federal Law for the unlawful possession or distribution of illicit drugs and alcohol. A description of the health risks associated with the use of illicit drugs and the abuse of alcohol. A description of any drug or alcohol counseling, treatment, or rehabilitation or re-entry programs that are available to employees or students. A clear statement that the institution will impose disciplinary sanctions against students and employees (consistent, with Local, State, and Federal Law), and a description of those sanctions, up to and including, expulsion or termination of employment and referral for prosecution, for violations of the standards of conduct. A disciplinary sanction may include the completion of an appropriate rehabilitation program.

Campus Security Policies, Crime Statistics, and Crime Log reviewed by October 1 of each year, the school will publish and distribute the annual campus security report to all current students and employees. Student Counseling and Assistance

Local student counseling services are listed within the Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program and the Campus Security Report. The following national assistance services are also available: – National Alcoholism and Substance Abuse Information Center: 1-800-784-6776 National Sexual Assault Hotline: 800-656-4673 National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233

VACCINATION POLICIES MASOCAS does not have a vaccination policy.

FIRE SAFETY POLICIES MASOCAS does not have any on-campus student housing facilities. However, in the event of a fire educators will direct students and clients out of the building through the nearest exit in an orderly and calm manner. The receptionist will call the fire department (911).

STUDENT OUTCOMES MASOCAS is proud of our track record in graduating students, preparing them for the State Board examinations, and assisting them in employment. Please refer to the statistical handout on Graduation, Licensing, and Placement rates for each School’s Graduation, Licensure, and Placement Rates The following information is contained in the 2018 Annual Report to the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences (NACCAS).

Graduation 98.97% Licensure 100% Placement 97.37% Career and Job Placement Services MASOCAS do not guarantee employment to our students; however, the schools do assist students in finding employment. The qualities that employers look for and those that the school monitors are: – Attitude, Professionalism, Grooming, Grade average, Overall attendance, Technical skills, and Retail skills

The school routinely receives inquiries from prospective employers and these are posted on the student bulletin board. Additionally, MASOCAS has the ability to assist students in out-of-state placement subject to licensing transfer. MASOCAS hold annual job fairs and invite prospective employers to come in to the school to meet with students. MASOCAS’ reputation for graduating knowledgeable and productive salon professionals has allowed it to excel in the job placement process.

TRANSFER-OUT RATES Our school does not provide substantial preparation for students to enroll in another Title IV, HEA-eligible institution.

OTHER CONSUMER INFORMATION

INSTRUCTIONAL FACILITIES

Clinic Service Areas – A wide variety of clients come to MASOCAS for beauty services. As a student you have the opportunity to perform a full spectrum of hair, skin, nail, and makeup services in a state-of-the-art salon setting, under the supervision of your instructors. Our facility has a Retail Area, which features hair, skin, makeup and lifestyle products. This area gives students the opportunity to practice client service and retailing skills.

Student Classrooms Various sized classrooms have been designed to provide the proper environment for different types of learning and activities.

Educational Materials

Students are required to use the institution issued Kit, Books and/or e-learning Software. Students must supply a personal Laptop/iPad for daily school use.  MASOCAS utilizes Milady educational materials specifically for Cosmetology programs including Mindtap online learning. Additionally, A Resource Library containing materials about hair, skin and nail skills, motivation, health, professionalism and business is available for your reference. Student kits are the property of the student and contain equipment, materials and tools appropriate to each program.

All educational materials are the property of the School or authorized for use by Delmar Publishing. Unauthorized distribution of copyrighted material, including unauthorized peer-to-peer file sharing, may subject students to civil and criminal liabilities up to and including jail time and/or severe fines. Students who students who engage in illegal downloading or unauthorized distribution of copyrighted materials using the school’s information technology system will also be subject to disciplinary action by the MASOCAS which could include suspension or expulsion from the program.

Faculty A Faculty list is found in the catalog on the School’s website the and can also be obtained from the school director at each institution.

Orientation / First Day of School
All students who have enrolled in the School must attend the first day of class which includes Orientation. This time includes but is not limited to: payment of fees, Introduction of Staff, registration with the Ohio State Cosmetology and Barber Board, a review of the Handbook rules and expectations, a tour of facilities, syllabus overview, Mindtap registration, review of Satisfactory Academic Policy, Voter Registration assistance, a review of the Annual Security Report and a Human Trafficking class.

School Calendar

The School observes but does not close for the following special days: President’s Day, Columbus Day, and Veteran’s Day. Additionally, the School participates in Constitution Day, on or about September 17^th. Students who wish take time off from school to observe particular personal holidays must request this in writing at least 2 weeks in advance.