Terms and Conditions

A student is considered tardy if he/she arrives at any time subsequent to his/her schedule. If student arrives for class within 10 minutes of their scheduled time, they will be allowed to enter class, but will need to make up the missing time or they will not be given credit for time missed. Three unexcused tardiness shall equal one absence. A student may be sent home for reporting 15 minutes late, and would be considered absent for that day.

Overstaying the 45 minute lunch period is also considered tardy and the same procedures and penalties apply. The maximum time to come to class late with an excuse is 30 minutes. Students must attend at least 80% of their total scheduled classes. If student falls below 80% in a one month period, he/she will be placed on one month probation, in that time the student will be required to make up any lost time in addition to required time. At the end of the probation period, a review will be done to determine if student has met the probation requirements. If requirements have not been met, student will be suspended for 3 days. In the event that a student is absent from class for 3 consecutive days, they will be dropped from the school roster. (Does not apply to the fore

mentioned 3-day suspension) 

Withdrawal from a class is allowed without penalty when a student drops the class during the first three weeks. After the first three weeks, any student drop will be given an “F” for that class. Any student receiving a grade of incomplete for not completing course work must make arrangements to make up the required work within one week of the last scheduled day of class. Failure to do so will result in a failing grade for that course. 

A medical leave of absence will be granted if the student obtains a written verifiable statement from a doctor. Prior to leave, the school must have a written leave request signed by the student and medical leave may not exceed 180 calendar days. A regular leave of absence is “time off” requested by the student for personal reasons. The school must have a written leave request signed by the student and a specific date of return must be established before student’s departure. Regular leave may not exceed 30 days. 

Students are allowed one leave of absence per 10-month period. Students must return on the following day that leave has ended, or they will be dropped from the roster.

• Registration Fee $100
• Kit $1,500
• Tuition $16,000
• TOTAL $17,500
• Deposit* $1,600 (Registration Fee, Kit and 10% of tuition)

*The Deposit holds your seat in class and is nonrefundable*

Tuition excludes textbooks, kit, lab fees & smock. For tuition assistance, please contact Edify Barber Academy of Richmond to discuss your specific needs the school reserves the right to modify fees upon sufficient notice.

• Examine academic & business office files in the presence of a school official

• Request a copy of transcript for $30 if tuition account is current. Please allow 7 business days for your request to be processed.

• Request certified copies of transcript be mailed to requested address for $30, provided account is current. Please allow 7 business days for your request to be processed.

• Be treated with respect, tact, honesty, maturity, and patience.

• Receive course and schedule advice from a faculty member.

• Request and receive academic guidance from faculty on matters related to study skills and academic success.

• Know their academic grade point average and progress toward graduation at any time.

• Know the objectives and grading

• Attend class regularly

• Complete all assignments

• Know and follow all school policies

• Meet financial obligations promptly

• Notify school of change in address or phone number

• Notify Instructor or Director of matters affecting classroom performance or attendance

• Notify Instructor or Director of any unresolved grievance

• Handle difficult situations with maturity, tact and patience

• Treat school, its equipment and personnel with respect & courtesy

• Know emergency procedures & participate in safety drills

 A student that has cancelled or has been terminated and desires to re-enter the program must follow the required admission procedures. Student must have an interview with the Director and show cause why he/ she should be reinstated. The decision of the Director is final.

DISMISSAL

Edify Barber Academy of Richmond reserves the right to terminate a student’s enrollment for, but not limited to, excessive absences, destruction or theft of property, failure to maintain required

academic progress, cheating, consumption or possession of alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs, and/or failure to follow school rules and policies. Furthermore, a student may be terminated for inability to meet required financial obligations or behavior inconsistent with professional standards, which may prove to be disruptive to academic progress.

WITHDRAWAL

As a clock hour institution our curriculum is based on a student’s continuous progression through each module of the program. Students who withdraw from the school before completing his/her course are requested to submit a written notice of withdrawal to School Director immediately. It will be necessary to have an exit meeting with the Director to resolve all academic and financial matters. A student may not withdraw from an individual module without removing him or herself from the entire program. The effective date of withdrawal will be the last date of class attendance.

THE SCHOOL RESERVES THE RIGHT TO WITHHOLD GRADES, TRANSCRIPTS, GRADUATION SERVICES, AND OTHER SERVICES FOR FAILURE TO MEET FINANCIAL OBLIGATIONS.

RE-ENTRY

Re-instatement can occur only after the student requests to be readmitted, and after a conference with the school Director has taken place. Should the student’s re-entry request be approved, the student’s skill level will be re-evaluated, and the student placed at the promotional level corresponding to their performance. A re-entry fee of $175 is required and financial arrangements for any outstanding tuition charges must be predetermined. Re-entry fee is not charged upon return from a pre-approved medical or personal leave of absence.

1..The instructor must check all services. It is the student’s responsibility to request an

instructor for this purpose.

2. At no time will the student refuse a client. To do so will mean immediate suspension from the school. Refusal of service will be allowed when the instructor finds it necessary.

3. The school reserves the right to suspend and/or terminate any student who gossips, uses vulgar or profane language, causes discord, engages in horseplay or violates our

drug/alcohol policy.

4. Students are to be courteous, pleasant and show respect to client, instructor, staff and the school at all times. Being discourteous and/or disrespectful is grounds for suspension.

5. Friends, children and visitors are not allowed on the clinic floor or in the classroom, unless an instructor has given special permission.

6. Common practices of sanitation and sterilization should be performed at all times.

7. Students not adhering to the schools dress code policy could lead to disciplinary action.

8. Students are responsible for their time. No student is to tamper with another student’s time card. Students are to clock in when entering and clock out when leaving the building. Creditis given for applied time only.

9. Students are to notify the school when they are going to be late or absent from school.

Students who are 15 minutes late to class are not allowed to enter. Traditional students are not allowed more than three tardiness or absences per month. Accelerated students are only allowed one absence in 12 weeks. Students who are late or miss more than the allotted15 EDIFY BARBER ACADEMY OF RICHMOND (EBAR)

time will be placed on probation for a maximum period of thirty days. The exception will be when the student can show just cause, such as a doctor’s note.

10. Smoking is ONLY allowed outside behind the building.

11. Students are assigned daily chores. These chores are to be completed prior to the studentdeparting for the day.

12. The school reserves the right to interrupt a student’s training when he/she is behind on

tuition payments.

13. Students are subject to an inspection of their kit and locker at any time the school deems necessary.

14. The school reserves the right to terminate a student for non-attendance.

15. Students are held responsible for his/her tools and must have their working tools in school at all times.

16. Before dismissal, all classrooms and work areas must be cleaned to the satisfaction of the instructor.

17. Students must have an instructor’s permission before leaving the school building during class hours.

18. Every student will be responsible for cleaning his/her work area and any other area that has been assigned to him/her by the instructor.

19. Excessive noise on the clinic floor or in the classroom is prohibited.

20. Congregating in the front or back of the building is prohibited.

21. The school reserves the right to add or change any rules and regulations whenever the

school deems necessary.

 Each student agrees to conduct his or herself in an acceptable manner and appearance at all time while attending school or any school related function. BARBERS are to wear assigned smocks at all times while on school property, along with solid colored bottoms and rubber sole shoes for safety. To respect the allergies of your fellow learners, please refrain from wearing perfume, cologne or other scented products. BARBERS cannot enter school property having consumed alcohol or illegal drugs of any kind. Furthermore, illegal drugs are not allowed on school property at any time. If an instructor feels a student is not properly dressed, he/she has the right to dismiss that student from class to return home and re-dress appropriately for school. If an instructor feels a student is

impaired, he/she has the right to dismiss that student for the day and an incident report must be filed with the Director. A student will not be given credit for time missed for these reasons. If you have any concerns regarding the dress code, please forward them to the school Director in writing.

INAPPROPRIATE DRESS INCLUDES, BUT NOT LIMITED TO:

1. Caps or hoods for men at indoor activities, unless religious dress

2. Midriffs or halters, mesh or netted shirts or cut-off tee shirts

3. Skirts and dresses that stop more than 2 inches above the knee.

4. Leggings, stretch pants, biker shorts or capris.

5. Bare feet or bare legs

6. Clothing with derogatory, offensive and/or lewd messages either in words or pictures

7. No heels higher than 2 inches

8. NO HOOP EARRINGS (post earrings only)

 INDEMNIFICATION

The student releases and holds harmless the institution, it’s employees, it’s agents, and it’s

representatives from and against all liabilities, damages, and other expenses which may be

imposed upon, incurred by, or asserted against it or them by reason of bodily injury or property damage, which may be suffered by the student from any cause while enrolled in the school.

STUDENT DISCIPLINARY ACTION

Failure to meet standards of conduct acceptable to the school may result in disciplinary action. The following procedures will be instituted when disciplinary action against a student is being considered.

• The student will be informed of the charges in writing and in conference with the

school Director. The student will be advised of the date, time, location and

procedures of the meeting in which the charges will be presented.

• The Director has the right to suspend a student immediately until the hearing

process can be completed.

• A student who is dismissed may apply for re-admission. The school Director will

consider his/her application.

 If a student does not feel that the school has adequately addressed a complaint or concern, the student may consider contacting the Accrediting Commission. All complaints considered by the Commission must be in written form, with permission from the complainant for the Commission to forward a copy of the complaint to the school for a response. The complainant will be kept informed as to the status of the complaint as well as the final resolution by the Commission.

COMPARABLE PROGRAM INFORMATION

Information as it relates to tuition and program length can be obtained by contacting:

• Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges of Technology 2101 Wilson Blvd.

Suite 302 Arlington Virginia 22201 (703) 247-4212 or (703) 247-4533-Fax

PROGRAM COMPLAINTS

A student with a complaint on matters relating to the school’s instructional program is encouraged to speak with their instructor at the earliest possible time. If not satisfied, student should submit a written complaint to the Program Coordinator. If not satisfied, students can submit a written request to meet with the Director. A student will not be subject to unfair actions as a result initiating a complaint proceeding

ADMINISTRATIVE DECISIONS

The school reserves the right to make any necessary changes in the regulations, tuition, or fees upon proper notification of the appropriate regulatory agencies. Any course may be canceled if registration does not justify continuation of the class. The school has published procedures for resolving all complaints from prospective, current, or former students. If such procedures do not adequately rectify any student’s concerns, they may elect to contact:

• Virginia Board of Barbers/Cosmetology Dept. of Professional & Occupational Regulations 3600 West Broad Street Richmond VA, 23230-4917

The Edify Barber Academy of Richmond is dedicated to cultivating highly skilled, professional barbers who are equipped to meet the diverse needs of the modern grooming industry. Ourproposed offerings, including comprehensive barbering courses, hands-on training, and business management workshops, are meticulously designed to align with our stated purpose. These programs ensure that our students not only master the technical skills required for exceptional barbering but also gain the entrepreneurial acumen necessary to thrive in a competitive marketplace. By integrating rigorous practical training with essential business education, we are committed to producing graduates who embody excellence, innovation, and professionalism in the field of barbering. This holistic approach affirms our mission to elevate the standards of barbering education and contribute to the professional growth of our students, ultimately enhancing the

community we serve.

The non-attendance of a student does not decrease the expense of the school. If an accepted student does not enter classes, or an applicant is not accepted by the school, or student cancels within 3 business days after signing an enrollment agreement, all monies paid are refunded minus the application fee.

Cancellations made after the third business day, but prior to 50% completion of the program, will result in a pro rata refund computed on the number of hours completed to the total program hours- rounded up to the nearest 10%. Cancellations after completing 50% of the program will result in no refund. 

* Eligible Veterans are charged pro rata based on the length of the completed portion of the program, to the total length of the program.

• Cancellation must be made in person or by certified mail.

• Termination Date for refund computation purposes is the last date of actual attendance by student unless an earlier written notice is received.

• Refunds will be made within 30 days of termination or receipt of cancellation notice.

• A student can be dismissed at the discretion of the Director, for insufficient progress,

nonpayment of costs, or failure to comply with the rules.

 The transferability of courses from Edify Barber Academy of Richmond to other institutions is subject to the acceptance policies of the receiving school. While our courses are designed to meet high educational standards, students should verify with the institution they wish to transfer credits to, as acceptance of transfer credits varies by school and program. It is recommended that students consult with the admissions office of the prospective institution to determine the eligibility and applicability of their completed coursework for transfer.

The transferability of diplomas or certificates completed at Edify Barber Academy of Richmond to other institutions is not guaranteed and depends on the specific policies of the receiving school. While our programs are designed to meet industry standards and provide comprehensive training, each institution has its own criteria for recognizing and accepting diplomas and certificates. Students are encouraged to directly contact the admissions office of the prospective institution to determine if their completed credentials from Edify Barber Academy will be recognized or accepted for credit or advanced standing.

 Edify Barber Academy of Richmond currently does not offer internships, externships, or production work opportunities as part of our program.

We inform our students that while practical hands-on training is an integral part of our curriculum, it is conducted entirely within the academy’s facilities under the direct supervision of our qualified instructional staff. This ensures that students gain essential skills and experience in a controlled, educational environment.

Should future opportunities for internships, externships, or production work become available, students will be promptly informed, and all necessary details and policies will be communicated clearly to ensure compliance with state regulations.

For any questions or further information, students are encouraged to contact the administration office.

 At Edify Barber Academy of Richmond, we are committed to ensuring that instructional faculty are accessible to students for academic and course advising outside of regularly scheduled class hours. This policy applies to all branches and throughout the duration of each course.

The transferability of diplomas or certificates completed at Edify Barber Academy of Richmond to other institutions is not guaranteed and depends on the specific policies of the receiving school. While our programs are designed to meet industry standards and provide comprehensive training, each institution has its own criteria for recognizing and accepting diplomas and certificates. Students are encouraged to directly contact the admissions office of the prospective institution to determine if their completed credentials from Edify Barber Academy will be recognized or accepted for credit or advanced standing.