2231 Dawson Rd Suites I &J – Albany GA 31707
229- 496-1640 Fax: 1-888-780-7250
Email: albanybeautyacademy@yahoo.com
Class Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 9am – 4pm
The curriculum for students enrolled in the Master Cosmetologist consists of 1500 clock hours of Practical Operations and Technical Instruction, which will include at a minimum the state mandated subject hours listed in the chart below. Instruction will cover the art and science of cosmetology from techniques in hair, makeup, skin care and manicuring to business skills, and health and safety practices. This program of study satisfies the requirements of Georgia State Board of Cosmetology and Barbers.
Unit of Study *Shall include, but is not limited to the following
Program objectives
Acquire knowledge of laws, rules, and regulations pertaining to the program course. General theory and practical procedures pertaining to the above curriculum.
Methods of Instruction
Instruction techniques include classroom instruction, lessons, lecture, directed discovery, demonstrations, and the use of audio visual and printed materials. Instructors supervise students as they practice their operations on a live model or mannequin. The use of practical testing criteria and written are utilized to evaluate student progress.
Grading System
Students are evaluated on a regular basis on subject matters. The evaluations are measured on a standard percentile basis and the percentage converted to a letter grade and/or a point grade. The evaluation form reflects the overall attendance and academic progress of the student. Students must maintain a 67% average or better in attendance and a 70 % or better for practical work and theory to maintain satisfactory academic status. The grading system detailed below is the system utilized in the school.
Grading Letter Description Grade point
90 -100% A Excellent 4.00
80% – 89% B Above average 3.00
70%- 79% C Average 2.00
60% – 69% D Below average 1.00 – Not Passing
59% or below F Fail 0.00 – Not Passing
Specific program graduation requirements
In addition to meeting the basic Albany Beauty Academy graduation requirements, students are required to successfully complete 1500 clock hours of cosmetologist training as described above.
Licensing requirements
Applicants must be 17 years of age or older and have a GED or high school diploma to attend school. Applicants must be 18 years old to take State Board Exams. A Master Cosmetologist License will be granted by the state of Georgia only after the student has successfully completed and graduated from the Master Cosmetologist course Satisfactory of as described above and passed the licensing exam (written and practical) with an overall 70%.
Potential occupations after completion
Hair stylist, color specialist, esthetician, manicurist, make-up artist, cosmetic or beauty product representative and some areas of dermatology and plastic surgery, salon owner and/or manager.
Master Cosmetologist Textbook (1) of (4)
Textbook: ISBN-13: 978-0357378908
Master Cosmetologist Workbook (2) of (4)
Workbook: ISBN-13: 978-0357378922
Workbook for Milady Standard Foundations (3) of (4)
Workbook: ISBN- 13: 978-1337095273
Milady Standard Foundations (4) of (4)
ISBN-13: 978-1337095259
Required uniform Black Scrubs, Black / Grey shoes
Uniform scrubs must be worn daily and must be clean and wrinkle free.
All students must bring entire kit, textbook, workbook and all supplies to class everyday.