View our NACCAS Annual Report, Catalog & Brochures, Consumer & Student Disclosures, and other relevant documents and links.
Accreditation & Approvals
Bellus Academy is accredited by:
NATIONAL ACCREDITING COMMISSION OF CAREER ARTS & SCIENCES (NACCAS)
3015 Colvin Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703.600.7600
The National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences is recognized by the United States Department of Education as a national accrediting agency for postsecondary schools and departments of cosmetology arts and sciences, and massage therapy.
Memberships:
- American Association of Cosmetology Schools (AACS)
- California Association of Private Postsecondary Schools (CAPPS)
- CECU: Career Education Colleges and Universities
- International Spa Association
- Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals (ABMP)
- Comité International d’Esthétique et de Cosmétologie (CIDESCO)
Approvals:
California
- Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education
- California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
- California State Approving Agency for Veterans Education
- Bureau of Indian Affairs
Kansas
- Kansas Board of Cosmetology
- Kansas Board of Barbering
- Kansas Board of Regents
- Kansas State Approving Agency for use of the GI Bill®
Annual Notice to Enrolled Students and Staff
Bellus Academy Locations & Facilities
BELLUS ACADEMY – 13266 POWAY ROAD, POWAY, CA 92064 – 858.748.1490
The Poway Campus is a large, spacious training facility. The physical area comprises approximately 20,000 square feet and includes clinic areas, classrooms, lunchroom, reception area, facial and massage rooms, and offices.
BELLUS ACADEMY – 1073 EAST MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92021 – 619.442.3407
The El Cajon Campus is located in a large shopping center and occupies approximately 9000 square feet of classroom space. The academy consists of classrooms, a large clinic area, receptionist area, offices, and student lunchroom.
BELLUS ACADEMY – 1055 EAST MAIN STREET, EL CAJON, CA 92021 – 619.442.3407
This is an additional classroom space, contiguous to the main campus, consisting of approximately 950 square feet, including classroom space and ADA restroom facility. No administrative offices are located at this site.
BELLUS ACADEMY – 970 BROADWAY, SUITE 110, CHULA VISTA, CA 91911– 619.474.6607
The Chula Vista campus is a spacious air-conditioned one-story modem facility located in a shopping center and occupies approximately 15,000 square feet of classroom space. The academy consists of classrooms, a large clinic area, student lunchroom, reception area and offices.
BELLUS ACADEMY – 1130 WESTLOOP PLACE, MANHATTAN, KS 66502 – 785.539.1837
The Manhattan Campus is located in the Westloop Shopping Center near Dillons, just east of the Seth Childs and Anderson intersection. The space provides a professional and unique educational design. The facility offers 20,000 square feet of educational classrooms that include a salon classroom, day spa area, massage studio, six training classrooms, dispensary, and student center with computer lab, kitchenette and library.
BPPE School Performance Fact Sheets & Annual Report
The California Private Postsecondary Education Act (CPPEA) of 2009 requires, under section 94910 of CPPEA that a school provide information for each program offered regarding completion rates, placement rates, licensure exam passage rates, and salary/wage information for the previous two calendar years. Because of changes to the reporting requirements in July, 2016, each program must have its own Fact Sheet.
Please see the individual program Fact Sheets for each Bellus Academy California location at:
Poway, CA
El Cajon, CA
Chula Vista, CA
California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Resources
Campus Security, Title IX, & Violence against Women Act (VAWA) Policies
Title IX prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (gender) in educational programs and activities receiving federal financial assistance. Bellus Academy is committed to providing an environment free of discrimination on the basis of sex (gender), including sexual harassment, sexual misconduct, sexual assault, relationship (dating and domestic) violence, and stalking.
The academy provides resources and reporting options to students, faculty, and staff to address concerns related to sexual harassment and sexual violence prohibited by Title IX and academy policy.
For more information and details regarding Bellus Academy’s Title IX Policy please see the academy’s website at:
Campus Security and Title IX Policy
- Annual Security Report – Manhattan
- Annual Security Report – Poway
- Annual Security Report – Chula Vista
- Annual Security Report – El Cajon
Title IX Coordinator:
Raquelle Culver – Title IX Coordinator
Office Location: 13266 Poway Road, Poway, CA 92064
Phone: 858-748-1490
Email: titleixcoordinator@bellusacademy.edu
Title IX Coordinator Training:
Candidate Information Bulletin
Career Services
PLACEMENT ASSISTANCE
One of our primary goals is to provide the specialized, intensive training that will make our certified and/or licensed graduates highly employable. Our academies work closely with salon owners and employers throughout the local regions so that all licensees are given an opportunity to secure a position that is the right one for them. Throughout your training, job search training is incorporated in your classes, and the Career Services Department is available if you have questions or need any assistance while you are in school. During your training, you will learn about the different salons and spas that are available, interviewing procedures, how to complete a job application, resumé preparation, and other valuable points you will need to know to help you land a great job after you are licensed. As you approach graduation, a Career Services representative meets with you to remind you of the different types of assistance the department offers, including resumé preparation, referrals and graduate follow-up. Job placement assistance remains an option for you even if you have been out of school for a while. Graduates are encouraged to keep in touch with the academies and provide employment updates and are always welcome to call for any information the academies can assist with. Although the academies work closely with our graduates through our placement assistance program, the academies cannot guarantee employment.
TYPES OF EMPLOYMENT OBTAINED BY GRADUATES
There are many opportunities for individuals entering the industry under the realm of Barbering, Cosmetology, Nail Technician, or Esthetics. Your goals can guide you to a lifetime career working in a variety of professional job roles. Employment opportunities for Barbers include Barber, Stylist, Master Barber and Barber Shop Operator. Employment opportunities for Cosmetologists, Nail Technicians, Estheticians and Makeup Artists are available in individual salons, salon chains, department stores, supply houses, and day spas. Estheticians, and can seek positions in medical arenas, such as med-spas, dermatology offices and cosmetic surgeons’ offices. The most successful graduates possess several personal qualities in addition to their acquired skills. These valuable qualities include, but are not limited to a variety of business and marketing skills, including above-average people skills, good communication abilities, a sound work ethic and confidence.
Catalog & Brochure
College Navigator Links
Links to the Bellus Academy College Navigator websites are shown below:
Complaint Procedure
California
Bellus Academy is committed to providing you the best educational facility and training programs possible. You are welcome to discuss any problem or area of concern, at any time, with your instructor or with the office staff. Students will find that most situations are handled promptly by simply communicating the concern to the appropriate staff member. However, if you believe that you have an actual complaint, you must address the complaint according to the procedure listed. NOTE: Your complaint will not be considered as an actual complaint unless it is submitted in writing. Students who have any problems or complaints should first contact their instructor or Academy Director/Manager. Requests for any further action may be made to the academy office or to the owner. Complainant must submit their concern to the academy in writing. The written complaint should outline the specifics as well as the requested action the student feels would rectify the situation.
Unresolved complaints may be directed to either:
Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education
P.O. Box 980818
Sacramento, CA 95798-0818
916.431.6959
OR
National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences, Inc.
3015 Colvin Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-600-7600
In the event the student finds it necessary to pursue filing their complaint with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education or NACCAS, the complaint must be stated in writing.
Kansas
Bellus Academy is committed to providing you the best educational facility and training programs possible. You are welcome to discuss any problem or area of concern, at any time, with your instructor or with the office staff. Students will find that most situations are handled promptly by simply communicating the concern to the appropriate staff member. However, if you believe that you have an actual complaint, you must address the complaint according to the procedure listed. NOTE: Your complaint will not be considered as an actual complaint unless it is submitted in writing. Students who have any problems or complaints should first contact their instructor or Academy Director/Manager. Requests for any further action may be made to the academy office or to the owner. Complainant must submit their concern to the academy in writing. The written complaint should outline the specifics as well as the requested action the student feels would rectify the situation.
Unresolved complaints may be directed to either:
Kansas Board of Cosmetology
714 SW Jackson Suite 100
Topeka, Kansas 66603
785-296-3155;
Kansas Board of Barbering
700 SW Jackson St., Ste. 1002
Topeka, KS 66603
785.296.2211;
Kansas Board of Regents
1000 SW Jackson St., Suite 520
Topeka, KS 66603
785-430-4290
OR
National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences, Inc.
3015 Colvin Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
703-600-7600
In the event the student finds it necessary to pursue filing their complaint with the Kansas Board of Cosmetology or NACCAS, the complaint must be stated in writing.
Constitution Day and Citizenship Day
Pursuant to legislation passed by Congress, educational institutions receiving Federal funding are required to hold an educational program pertaining to the United States Constitution on September 17 of each year.
Bellus Academy presents programs pertaining to the United States Constitution on September 17 of each year.
Copyright Infringement Policy
Copyright infringement is the act of exercising, without permission or legal authority, one or more of the exclusive rights granted to the copyright owner under section 106 of the Copyright Act (Title 17 of the United States Code). These rights include the right to reproduce or distribute a copyrighted work. In the file-sharing context, downloading or uploading substantial parts of a copyrighted work without authority constitutes an infringement.
Penalties for copyright infringement include civil and criminal penalties. In general, anyone found liable for civil copyright infringement may be ordered to pay either actual damages or “statutory” damages affixed at not less than $750 and not more than $30,000 per work infringed. For “willful” infringement, a court may award up to $150,000 per work infringed. A court can, in its discretion, also assess costs and attorneys’ fees. For details, see Title 17, United States Code, Sections 504, 505.
Willful copyright infringement can also result in criminal penalties, including imprisonment of up to five years and fines of up to $250,000 per offense.
For more information, please see the Web site of the U.S. Copyright Office at www.copyright.gov , especially their FAQ’s at www.copyright.gov/help/faq.
The Academies may make computers available to students in a Resource Room. However, the use of computers is limited to text-editing programs and/or digital media that the Academies have created internally or have permission to use from publishers of student textbooks. Internet access is blocked for most sites except for the Academies’ web page.
The Academies do not tolerate unethical conduct in regard to cheating, plagiarism, copyright infringement, falsification or misrepresentation of material information in any records, financial documents or sign-in sheets, whether inadvertent or deliberate.
Engaging in the unauthorized use or distribution of copyrighted material may result in probation, suspension, or termination/expulsion.
Cost of Attendance
Note: The institution does not offer on-campus Room and Board.
Largest Program by Enrollment: Esthetics 103, 900 hours
Published Student Charges for the Entire Program: 2022-23 |
|
Tuition and Required Fees |
$14,512 |
Books and Supplies |
$1,889 |
Off-Campus (Not with Family): |
|
Room and Board |
$14,820 |
Other Expenses |
$4,050 |
Total |
$35,271 |
Off-Campus (with Family); |
|
Other Expenses |
$3,645 |
Total |
$20,046 |
Course Outlines
Course Outlines – Kansas:
Barbering
Cosmetology
Cosmetology Hybrid
Cosmetology 102
Cosmetology 102 Hybrid
Esthetics
Esthetics Hybrid
Esthetics 102
Esthetics 102 Hybrid
Nail Technology
Course Outlines – California:
Barbering Foundation
Barbering Foundation Hybrid
Advanced Barbering
Advanced Barbering Hybrid
Barbering Cosmetology
Barbering Cosmetology Hybrid
Cosmetology Foundation
Cosmetology Foundation Hybrid
Advanced Cosmetology
Advanced Cosmetology Hybrid
Spa Nail Technician
Esthetics
Esthetics Hybrid
Esthetics 103
Esthetics 103 Hybrid
Disability, Academic Adjustment and Grievance Policy
Bellus Academy Disability, Academic Adjustment and Grievance Policy
Section 504 Coordinator:
Andrea Kinsey, Director of Student Affairs
Office Location: 1130 Westloop Pl, Manhattan, KS 66502
Phone: 785-539-1837
Email: akinsey@bellusacademy.edu
Distance Education Requirements
Students enrolling in a program that offers a distance education delivery method (hybrid) must meet the minimum student skills, hardware, and software requirements to enroll in any distance education (online) courses. Students will be assessed, prior to admission in the program through completion of a Distance Education Questionnaire on whether the student has the appropriate skills and competencies needed to succeed in the distance education environment.
Distance Education Minimum Student Skills Requirements
Students are expected to have at least the following skills prior to taking distance education courses:
• Basic keyboarding competence
• Elementary knowledge of their computer operating system
• Basic knowledge of software and tools such as:
• Word processor
• E-mail
• Internet browser
Distance Education Technology Requirements
Hardware Requirements:
PC (personal Computer), laptop, or tablet with access to a Windows®/MacOS™/iOS; iPads are provided in the standard Bellus Academy student kit (excludes spa nail technician program).
Software Requirements:
Microsoft Word compatible or RTF (rich text format); Applicable Browser; E-mail software/Web browser capable of supporting email activity (sending/receiving attachments); Download and
install the following software (or comparable alternatives): Adobe Acrobat Reader, CourseKey, Bellus Academy App; Optional: Antivirus Software;
Internet Access:
Internet access either via modem and phone line high speed BROADBAND access; Internet service provider for home/work access; e-mail account for sending and receiving electronic email; ability to video conference in real time (appropriate equipment needed – camera, microphone).
Drug and Alcohol Abuse Prevention Program
Information regarding drug and alcohol abuse prevention is presented to students and staff annually. Students have access to a community resource binder that is maintained in the Student Services Office. The binder shows the link to the San Diego Health and Human Services website and provides a list of local agencies that offer professional assistance in the areas of drug and alcohol abuse prevention.
Information regarding the agencies can be accessed from the SDHHS home page at:
https://www.sandiegocounty.gov/content/sdc/hhsa/services/
Because the access is web based, the students are assured that the information is always current.
Drop Out Policy
The student’s enrollment may be terminated at the election of the Academy Director, if the student’s academic progress, behavior, absences, lateness, or dress does not conform to the requirements, rules and regulations of the academy (as stated in the catalog and Guidelines for Success); in which event, the extent of the student’s tuition obligation will be in accordance with the academy’s refund policy.
Drug Policy
In compliance with the Drug‐Free Schools and Communities Act Amendment of 1989 (Public Law 101‐226), students shall not engage in the unauthorized or unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, use/abuse of alcohol and/or illicit drugs on academy property or as part of any academy activity.
Any student who is convicted of the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, use, or abuse of illicit drugs or alcohol is subject to criminal penalties under local, state, or federal law. The exact penalty assessed depends upon the nature and the severity of the individual offense. Students who violate the Drug‐Free Schools and Communities Act Amendments of 1989 (Public Law 101‐226) are subject to dismissal and/or referral to authorities for prosecution, as appropriate.
Emergency Response & Evacuation Procedures
The academies have Emergency Response and Evacuation Procedures in place. Evacuation routes are posted throughout the facilities. Fire Drills are conducted at least once a year.
Federal Student Right to Know
Cohort Year September 1, 2021 – August 31, 2022
(150% of normal completion time for students enrolled between September 1, 2019 and August 31, 2020) Per Federal Regulations under the Consumer Information Disclosure guidelines, the following Federal Student Right to Know information is made available to prospective and enrolled students:
Housing / Transportation
The academies do not have on-campus housing. To assist students with off-campus housing information, the following represents approximate rental fees for two-bedroom apartments in the general vicinity.
California
$1749 – Chula Vista, CA area
$1580 – El Cajon, CA area
$2074 – Poway, CA area
Based on an average of prices of rental units available on Apartments.com as of 10/2019
Public transportation (bus, trolley system) ranges from $36 per month for student pass to $100 per month for premium pass. Day passes are $5
Kansas
$813 – Manhattan, KS area
Based on an average of prices of rental units available on Apartments.com as of 07/2018.
Public Transportation (ATA Bus) one way transportation to academy $2.00 in Manhattan, $4.00 outside Manhattan.
Kansas Board of Cosmetology Resources
Leave of Absence Policy
An authorized leave of absence (LOA) is a temporary interruption in a student’s program of study. LOA refers to the specific time period during a program when a student is not in attendance. A Leave of Absence is restricted to Medical, Military, or Family Emergency.
NOTE: Due to the nature of the schedules for the phases in advanced programs, special circumstances may apply. Any time missed may have to be made up at another location or may require an extended Leave of Absence, up to a maximum of 3 months, until the missed subject occurs again in a subsequent phase. Please see your Academy Director or Financial Aid officer for details.
In order for an LOA to qualify as an approved LOA, the request for leave of absence must be submitted in advance in writing, must include the reason for the student’s request, the expected return date and must be signed by the student.
In the event that unforeseen circumstances prevent a student from providing the request prior to the LOA, the academy will document the reason for granting the LOA and will require the request from the student at a later date. In this instance, the beginning date of the approved LOA would be determined by the academy to be the first date the student was unable to attend the academy because of the circumstance.
Students requesting a leave of absence from the institution must submit a written request to a Student Services or Financial Aid Representative in advance of the time off requested. The request should be signed and dated by the student and must contain the dates the student expects to be unable to attend school, including the date the student expects to return to school. All leave of absence requests must be approved by the Academy Director.
A student on a leave of absence will incur no additional charges by the school. A Leave of Absence and/or failure to return from a Leave of Absence may affect your loan interest rates and/or repayment timeline. Please see your Financial Aid representative for more information.
The LOA, together with any additional leaves of absence, must not exceed a total of 180 days in any 12- month period.
A student granted an LOA that meets these criteria is not considered to have withdrawn, and no refund calculation is required at that time. The academy will extend the student’s contract period by the same number of days taken in the LOA. Changes to the contract period on the enrollment agreement must be initialed by all parties or an addendum must be signed and dated by all parties.
If a student loan recipient does not return from an approved leave of absence, the withdrawal date will be set retroactively and the student could have used up some or all of the grace period for their loan. The grace period starts on the last day of attendance. The withdrawal date for the purpose of calculating a refund is always the student’s last day of attendance. All refunds will be due 45 days from the date of determination. Any student failing to return to the academy after the expiration of a leave of absence will be withdrawn from school on that day and the withdrawal date will be their last day of attendance. Students who do not return are required to complete an exit interview with the academy’s Financial Aid department.
Licensing & Job Requirements
LICENSING REQUIREMENTS
The academy catalog outlines graduation requirements for all courses. The California Board of Barbering & Cosmetology, the Kansas Board of Barbering and the Kansas Board of Cosmetology establish the minimum requirements to complete each course that leads to qualifying for the State Board exam. Kansas Massage program graduates are eligible to apply for the MBLEx, but there is no licensing or certification requirement for the State of Kansas.
SAFETY REQUIREMENTS
Safety in the workplace is emphasized and applied to all practical subjects. As your classes are covered and reviewed, you will learn sanitation requirements, disinfecting methods, and proper disposal methods of materials. Safety measures are outlined by the California Board of Barbering & Cosmetology and the Kansas Board of Cosmetology and Health Departments in California and Kansas.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Standing is required for indefinite periods for all students enrolled with the exception of Spa Nail Technician students who are seated for nail services. Movements such as bending, stooping, reaching or lifting light objects, certain hand, wrist and arm movements are required for Cosmetologists, Estheticians, and students enrolled in the Massage course(s). Professionals work a variety of hours, days and evenings, including weekends.
For more Information please see:
Job Analysis- Physical Requirements- Cosmetology
Job Analysis- Physical Requirements- Manicuring
Job Analysis- Physical Requirements- Esthetics
Job Analysis- Physical Requirements- Massage
Job Analysis- Physical Requirements- Barbering
COMPENSATION
The amount of compensation earned is based predominately on the graduate and the amount of commitment placed on his/her new career. How fast a clientele can be built, how many hours a week worked, the candidate’s ability to market their skills and take advantage of opportunities, and the method of compensation used by the salon/spa, are all important factors. Salons/spas use one or more compensation systems: hourly pay and/or commission, straight commission, chair or booth rental. Based on these variables, compensation will vary per individual.
EMPLOYMENT OUTLOOK
The Cosmetology industry is a service industry, and to be successful, one must possess good people skills in addition to techniques and abilities. Employers look for people with positive attitudes and pleasant personalities. Salons have a tendency to hire in their own professional image and style; therefore, grooming and personal styles are always examined. Although the Academies do not guarantee job placement, our Academies’ Career Services Departments will help you with your resume, provide referrals and assist you with other individual student needs. Our goal is to guide you through the job search process, so that you find the right type of work environment and/or position for you.
NACCAS Annual Report Outcomes
2022 Annual Report Outcomes
Notice of Arbitration Agreement
For important information about the pre-dispute arbitration agreement that students are asked to enter with Bellus Academy and certain limitations on that agreement, including borrower defense to repayment claims filed with the U.S. Department of Education seeking forgiveness of federal student loans, please click on the link below:
Privacy Notice
This privacy notice discloses the privacy practices for www.BellusAcademy.edu. This privacy notice applies solely to information collected by this web site. It will notify you of the following:
1. What personally identifiable information is collected from you through the web site, how it is used and with whom it may be shared.
2. What choices are available to you regarding the use of your data.
3. The security procedures in place to protect against the misuse of your information.
4. How you can correct any inaccuracies in the information.
Information Collection, Use and Sharing
We are the sole owners of the information collected on this site. We only have access to/collect information that you voluntarily give us via email or other direct contact from you. We will not sell or rent this information to anyone.
We will use your information to respond to you, regarding the reason you contacted us. We will not share your information with any third party outside of our organization, other than as necessary to fulfill your request, e.g. to ship an order.
Unless you ask us not to, we may contact you via email in the future to tell you about specials, new products or services, or changes to this privacy policy.
Your Access to and Control Over Information
You may opt out of any future contacts from us at any time. You can do the following at any time by contacting us via the email address or phone number given on our website:
• See what data we have about you, if any.
• Change/correct any data we have about you.
• Have us delete any data we have about you.
• Express any concern you have about our use of your data.
Security
We take precautions to protect your information. When you submit sensitive information via the website, your information is protected both online and offline.
Wherever we collect sensitive information (such as credit card data), that information is encrypted and transmitted to us in a secure way. You can verify this by looking for a closed lock icon at the bottom of your web browser, or looking for “https” at the beginning of the address of the web page.
While we use encryption to protect sensitive information transmitted online, we also protect your information offline. Only employees who need the information to perform a specific job (for example, billing or customer service) are granted access to personally identifiable information. The computers/servers in which we store personally identifiable information are kept in a secure environment.
If you feel that we are not abiding by this privacy policy, you should contact us immediately.
Please see the full information data security plan for more information.
Privacy of Student Records
Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Notification of Rights under FERPA for Postsecondary Institutions
The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) (20 U.S.C. § 1232g; 34 CFR Part 99) is a Federal law that protects the privacy of student education records. The law applies to all schools that receive funds under an applicable program of the U.S. Department of Education.
FERPA gives parents certain rights with respect to their children’s education records. These rights transfer to the student when he or she reaches the age of 18 or attends a school beyond the high school level. Students to whom the rights have transferred are “eligible students.”
• Parents or eligible students have the right to inspect and review the student’s education records maintained by the school. Schools are not required to provide copies of records unless, for reasons such as great distance, it is impossible for parents or eligible students to review the records. Schools may charge a fee for copies. Within 45 days of receiving a written request that identifies the record(s) the student wishes to inspect, a Bellus Academy Financial Aid official will make arrangements for access and notify the student of the time and place where the records may be inspected.
• Parents or eligible students have the right to request that a school correct records which they believe to be inaccurate or misleading. If the school decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student then has the right to a formal hearing. After the hearing, if the school still decides not to amend the record, the parent or eligible student has the right to place a statement with the record setting forth his or her view about the contested information. A student who wishes to ask Bellus Academy to amend a record should write the academy official responsible for the record, clearly identify the part of the record the student wants changed, and specify why it should be changed.
• Generally, schools must have written permission from the parent or eligible student in order to release any information from a student’s education record. However, FERPA allows schools to disclose those records, without consent, to the following parties or under the following conditions (34 CFR § 99.31):
School officials with legitimate educational interest;
Other schools to which a student is transferring;
Specified officials for audit or evaluation purposes;
Appropriate parties in connection with financial aid to a student;
Organizations conducting certain studies for or on behalf of the school;
Accrediting organizations;
To comply with a judicial order or lawfully issued subpoena;
Appropriate officials in cases of health and safety emergencies; and
State and local authorities, within a juvenile justice system, pursuant to specific State law.
Schools may disclose, without consent, “directory” information such as a student’s name, address, telephone number, date and place of birth, honors and awards, and dates of attendance. Bellus Academy may release directory information. Schools must notify parents and eligible students annually of their rights under FERPA.
For additional information, you may call 1-800-USA-LEARN (1-800-872-5327) (voice). Individuals who use TDD may use the Federal Relay Service (/about/contacts/gen/index.html#frs).
Or you may contact the Office that administers FERPA at the following address:
Family Policy Compliance Office
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue, SW
Washington, D.C. 20202-8520
Program Pricing Tuition and Fees
Re-Enrollment Policy
Students desiring to reinstate in the academy within six months of their last date of attendance will be readmitted at their original cost. Students desiring to re-enroll in the academy after a 6-month lapse must sign a new enrollment agreement. The new enrollment agreement will be based on the current cost of tuition and fees; however, the previous hours earned may be used as credit in computing new charges, depending on the elapsed time between the last day attended and re-enrollment. Please consult with your Admissions Representative regarding the academy’s transfer policy for specific information. A student re-enrolling re-enters at the same progress status as when they left. A re-enrolling student failing to meet minimum satisfactory progress requirements at the time of withdrawal will have the same status when they return. Re-enrolling students on probation are not eligible to receive Financial Aid and will be admitted on a cash basis only. Financial Aid may be reinstated when the student achieves satisfactory progress at their next evaluation point.
Requirements for Admission
CALIFORNIA:
Students desiring to enroll in Bellus Academy must have reached the age of majority (i.e., 18 in California), and must provide a high school diploma, or its equivalent (i.e., a GED or a certificate demonstrating that the student has passed a state-authorized examination that the state recognizes as the equivalent of a high school diploma), a transcript showing high school completion, or evidence of completion of home schooling that state law treats as a home or private school. Students who have previously taken an ATB test and who have been enrolled at an institution on that basis prior to July 1, 2012, remain eligible to receive Title IV. Bellus Academy does not enroll students under training agreements.
KANSAS:
Students desiring to enroll in Bellus Academy must be at least 16 years of age, and must provide a high school diploma, or its equivalent (i.e., a GED or a certificate demonstrating that the student has passed a state-authorized examination that the state recognizes as the equivalent of a high school diploma), a transcript showing high school completion, or evidence of completion of home schooling that state law treats as a home or private school. The State of Kansas does not recognize ATB eligibility. Bellus Academy does not enroll students under training agreements.
Students must have attained the age of 17 before applying to take the Kansas Cosmetology Examination. Upon acceptance into the academy, each student enrolled in cosmetology, esthetics or nail technology must have an Apprentice License issued by the Kansas Board of Cosmetology and must be free from infectious and contagious diseases. All prospective students are encouraged to participate in a shadow day to gain more insight into the program they are considering. Please ask the Admissions Representative about the details of this opportunity.
VERIFICATION OF HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA
The academy will verify the authenticity of the high school diploma prior to enrollment. If the diploma cannot be verified, the student may be asked to provide a final high school transcript showing the dates of entrance and graduation and the courses completed. If a transcript is not available, the student will be required to meet the ability to benefit (ATB) requirements or take and pass a GED test prior to enrollment.
GED CERTIFICATION
Please see your Bellus Academy admissions representative for information regarding online GED prep courses. There is no online GED Test. The GED Test must be taken in person at a location approved by the state. For information on obtaining a General Educational Development (GED) certificate please refer to the adult school location in your area:
Manhattan-Ogden Unified School District – Adult School
Manhattan Adult Learning Center
205 South 4th Street, Upper Level
Manhattan, KS 66502
(785) 539-9009
http://www.usd383.org/Programs/AdultBasicEducation.aspx
Grossmont Union High School District – Adult School
Main Site – Foothills Adult Center
1550 Melody Lane
El Cajon – CA 92019
(619) 588-3500
http://adultschool.guhsd.net/
Chula Vista Adult School
1034 Fourth Avenue
Chula Vista, CA 91911
(619)691-5622
http://www.cva.sweetwaterschools.org/ged-test-center
Poway Unified School District – Adult School
PUSD Twin Peaks Center
13626 Twin Peaks Road
Poway, CA 92064
(858) 668-4024
http://www.powayusd.com/pusdctae/
Satisfactory Academic Process Policies
Sexual Harassment Policy
The academies have a Zero Tolerance Policy regarding activities creating a safety hazard to other persons at the academy including, but not limited to, bullying, cyber‐bullying, verbal abuse, sexual harassment, threats of violence, possession and/or use of drugs, alcohol or weapons on academy premises. Sexual Harassment Prevention training is presented to students and staff at least once a year.
Student Body Diversity
Students Right to Cancel
Vaccination Policy
The academies do not require vaccinations.
Voter Registration
In California you may register to vote by completing the online voter registration form at: http://registertovote.ca.gov/
You may also register to vote whenever you apply for or renew your driver’s license or state-issued ID card. Voter registration forms are also available in the Admissions and Financial Aid offices at each campus. For more information, please visit the California Secretary of State website at: http://www.sos.ca.gov/elections/voter-registration/
In Kansas you may register to vote by going in person to a voter registration site and filling out the voter form, or you may download the form at: http://www.kssos.org/forms/elections/voterregistration.pdf
Print and complete the application then mail it. You also have the option of registering whenever you apply for or renew your driver’s license or state-issued ID card. Voter registration forms are also available in the Admissions and Financial Aid offices at each campus.
For more information, please visit the Kansas Secretary of State website at: https://www.kdor.ks.gov/Apps/VoterReg