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1 Eastern Center for Arts and Technology Program Review Final Report Cosmetology 2012

2 OCCUPATIONAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEMBERS Kathleen Carver, Chairperson BilliJo Goudy Kaitlyn Reading Jenna Vollum Wendy Leyden Amy Mednick Spa Salon Owner Still Point Student Representative - EASTERN Former Student Representative Shear Madness Haircutters Former Student Representative Jenna-James Hair & Nail Salon Instructor - EASTERN Instructor EASTERN EXECUTIVE ADVISORY COMMITTEE REPRESENTATIVES Hiliary Holloway Susan Hoffman General Building Contractors Assoc., Inc. Viridity Energy

3 Summary of Occupational Outlook Occupational Data Analysis for Cosmetology Program Review Cosmetologists provide beauty services in the areas of shampooing, cutting, coloring, styling and chemically texturizing the hair. Additionally, they may provide nail care which includes shaping, polishing, and applying nail enhancements to fingernails and giving pedicures to client's toenails. Skin care services are also part of the Cosmetologists' training. Skin care technicians are responsible for enhancing an individual's appearance through treatments to the face and body. Evaluating the condition of the skin, cleansing the skin, using proper facial manipulations, applying makeup and making recommendations for an at-home maintenance regimen are some of the skin care technician's duties. Data from Careeronestop Occupational Profile for cosmetologist indicates cosmetologist held approximately 630,700 jobs nationally in Opportunities for these workers are projected to grow +20% by 2018 and in Pennsylvania are projected to grow +13% from 37,150 jobs in 2008 to 42,100 in According to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics PA shows the 3 rd highest employment level for this occupation in the country. The median wage for cosmetologists nationally in 2010 was $22,800 and in PA $21,800. The current rate for cosmetologist ranges widely due to the type of shops, specifications of job specialties and location of salons. We believe that these rates also do not fully take into consideration the large percentage of income that stylists earn from tips. Program Data analysis for Cosmetology Program Review Data for enrollment, retention, and successful program completion did not on average met EASTERN goals. For years 2009,2010,2011 (KIPS) Enrollment Goal is 80% %, %, % Completion- (includes students who dropout) Goal is 70% %, % Placement- Goal is 85% %, % NOCTI scores are above average. Cosmetology scores are consistently above the national and state averages in both the written and practical tests.

4 Program Viability After examining the data regarding the employment outlook to the year 2018, Cosmetology is a viable program and should be continued. The data, as stated above, is very clear that there will be a consistent increase in job opportunities in all three areas: cosmetologist, nail technician and esthetician. According to O*Net, overall employment is projected to grow much faster than average (around 20%) due to increasing population, incomes and demand for personal appearance services. As workers retire, transfer to other occupations or leave the labor force for other reasons, numerous job openings will be available. As a result, job prospects should be plentiful. Summary of Industry Trends Program Specific Questions - Cosmetology What are the current and/or new certification available for students in the program? Cosmetology is governed by the PA state board of cosmetology. The current testing company hired to provided licensure test is PearsonVue. PearsonVue started testing the summer of That state board of cosmetology allows licenses for nail technician, esthetician, natural hair braider, Cosmetologist, cosmetology teacher and limited practice teacher. EASTERN currently requires that all students receive the nail technician license after their first year and provide for addition hours in the summer so that students may reach the 1250 hours needed to achieve their cosmetology license by the end of their senior summer. At this time the OAC has had many debates over the requirement of the Nail technician license. While many believe that it is a great benefit to offer a license after the first year it has become an increasing concern that it may be adding to the number of students who dropout during or after the first year of the program. The majority of cosmetology students want to do hair and they have no interest in pursuing a career in manicuring and do not wish to sit for the Nail license. There are no other tech schools or private beauty schools in our area that require first year students to get their manicure license because nail tech is a limited license that is no longer necessary after obtaining a cosmetology license. The total cost of the nail exam ($150.00) and student's difficulty to get to both the theory and practical offsite testing sites have also been cited as hardships for the students. This matter has been discussed and at this time there will be no change to the requirement of first year students getting their manicure license.

5 The major concern is enrollment. While the number of potential 1 lth and 12 th grade students is declining, Cosmetology has experienced an unprecedented loss of students. Sept enrollment COS Cosmetology students must earn 1250 hours in order to sit for their cosmetology boards which are not possible during 2 years of high school. EASTERN offers a 6 week program in the summer for an addition 180 hours. Students must attend the summer sessions during both their junior and senior summers in order to reach the 1250 hours needed to sit for the cosmetology boards. The state does offer the possibility of letting students who have 90% or better attendance and have completed all their tasks the ability to sit for boards at only 1125 hours. The committee has recommended that we start implementing a policy so that more students are aware and can take advantage of the 1125 hours and increase licensing rates. Are there any changes in regards in "Green Technology" that may affect the program and the respective industry? Not directly, but manufacturing companies of cosmetology products have continued to offer "Green" products and procedures. Our committee believes it is important to support and encourage "green" initiatives and support those companies that protect the environment. Our committee has suggested recycling bottles, adding plants in the salon for air cleaning, using LED bulbs, using only products not tested on animals and finding ways to reuse or recycle hair waste. At this time the committee does not recommend adding any class time to "green technology" but just to continue discussing advances in these technologies where appropriate. Environmental protection is an increasing factor in the planning and conduct of many businesses. What are the considerations that must be addressed in the curriculum to facilitate these concerns (ie OSHA regulations, safety concerns, chemical usage and disposal)? The concern over the safety of Keratin straightening systems such as the Brazilian Blowouts is still a topic in our industry that concerns many workers and customers alike. OSHA has determined that the product contains a much higher amount of formaldehyde then is safe and in August 2011 the FDA issued its first warning to Brazilian Blowout telling them to stop labeling its products as formaldehyde-free, which they considered misleading. EASTERN has not ever

6 used this product and continues to keep students updated on the current safety debates over this product and the chemicals associated with it. EASTERN has always and will continue to follow the safety requirements of the State Board of Cosmetology. The State Board and its laws are part of the cosmetology curriculum. Are there any post-secondary opportunities (dual enrollment, articulations) for graduates of the program? Currently we have no dual enrollment or articulation agreements and none are currently available in Montgomery County. However, Bucks County Community College does offer credits to MBIT Cosmetology students that is attached to their NOCTI scores. If they receive an Advanced on both theory & practical they receive 18 credits and if they have 2 years work experience in the field (co-op) they receive an additional 15 credits. Our committee does recommend that EASTERN try and pursue MCCC to offer a similar arrangement to our Cosmetology students. Our committee would like to work with EASTERN to explore private schools articulations agreements for students who could not finish their required cosmetology hours or for students who wanted to pursue the addition hours required to receive a cosmetology teacher's license. What are the current industry trends in regards to employment as well as entrepreneurial opportunities? Our committee believes that jobs are always available. The skills required for employment beyond the ability to pass the state board exams are experience with customer service and excellent people skills. There are many more jobs than just being a hairdresser. Graduates could become a salon representatives, company representatives, product educators, platform artists, nail technicians, estheticians, makeup artists, teachers, or salon managers and owners just to name a few. Business operations still include full service salons as well as a growth in niche salons (ie children salons, men's barber style salons, day spas etc.). Licensed Cosmetologist can become salon owners either as sole proprietorship, partnerships or larger franchise salons. Pennsylvania does not have an understanding or reciprocity with Connecticut, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, New Jersey, New Mexico, Rhode Island, or Utah. A Pa Licensed Cosmetologist is granted reciprocity with any other US state, which makes relocation and job searches easy.

7 Technology is becoming more and more noticeable in salons. Salons are hiring and posting jobs on the internet. More and more salons are using internet sites like groupon.com or livingsocial.com to promote specials and increase business. Many salons are using computerized appointment books and record keeping. There are also an increasing number of online sites offering both technical and customer service advice for salon employees like behindthechair.com, redken.com and clairolpro.corn. Currently there is a big trend in hair extensions and gel nails. This is a very profitable business and requires additional training and for some companies additional certifications. EASTERN should offer exposure to hair extension techniques and gel nail procedures. Recommendations Based on the industry trends discussed above, the OAC makes the following recommendations: Recommendation # 1: The Occupational Advisory Committee recommends renovations to the cosmetology department. Equipment is old and outdated. Some equipment has not been replaced since the '80s and the newest updates were made in The committee believes that current cosmetology area does not reflect current industry trends and will hinder enrollment and marketing opportunities. TruBeauty Concepts in Southampton PA sent us a design consultant who developed a blueprint and quotes for the new cosmetology equipment. The cost for both Cosmetology 1 and Cosmetology 2 rooms (including shampoo area, bowls, and sinks, styling chairs, manicure stations, hood dryers and reception furniture) totaled $108, This price does not include installation, tax, or freight. Recommendation # 2 The committee recommends an investment in new hair extension kits and gel nail systems in order to keep current with the new trends discussed in this report. Recommendation #3 The committee also recommends that Ms Mednick take some additional training courses at TruBeauty Concepts in order to stay up to date with the nail enhancements techniques and products needed for the first year manicure license requirement.

8 Time Line Phase One Vision Hair Extensions (2) Starter kit $ = $ (2) Hair extensions with Keratin tip $ = $ (2) Hair extensions with I tip $96.00 = $ (6) Extra applicators (economy) $30.00 = $ (4) Keratin glue gun $10.00 = $40.00 (2) I-tip extension kit $40.00 = $80.00 (1) Micro rings = $80.00 (4) Hair extension shields (pk of 10) $7.00 = $28.00 (4) I-tip pliers $10.00 = $40.00 (4) Keratin sticks $10.00 = $40.00 (4) Keratin Grains $12.00 = $48.00 o Total = $1, OPI Gel Nail Polish (2) Intro Kit and LED light (# ) $ = $ Additional Classes Tru Beauty Concepts Hands on Braid Experience = $ O.P.I Nail Enhancements = $ o Total $ TOTAL PHASE ONE = $2, Phase Two Renovation of Cosmetology Clinic Shampoo Area Shampoo Furniture 5 Bulkhead Shampoo Unit Standard Laminate 1, = $6, Alpha Porcelain Enamel Bowl $ = $3, All-Purpose Chair w/ Grade 1 Vinyl $ = $3, The Sara Backwash Unit = $2, TOTAL PHASE TWO = $15,800.00

9 Phase Three Renovation of Cosmetology Second Year Clinic Equipment Styling Stations and Styling Chairs 24 Styling Chairs on circular Grade I Vinyl $ = $15, Manicure/Vanity Stations (Back to Back Stations) $1, = $7, Vantage Wall Vanity $1, = $13, o Total = $36, Dryers, Dryer Chairs, Closets, Trolly 4 Armless Wedge Dryer Chair w/ Grade 1 Vinyl $ = $2, Facial Trolley n/a $ = $ o Total = $2, Desk Furniture & Reception Chairs 1 DK118 Reception Desk= $3, Wedge Reception Chair Grade 1 Vinyl $ = $2, Libra Desk Chair $ o Total = $5, TOTAL PHASE THREE = $44, Phase Four Cosmetology First Year Shampoo Furniture 4 Bulkhead Shampoo Units $1, = $5, Alpha Porcelain Enamel Shampoo Bowls $ = $ 3, All-purpose Chair w/ headrest $ = $2, Mannequin Storage Cabinets $1, = $3, TOTAL PHASE FOUR = $14, Phase Five Cosmetology First Year Styling Station and Chairs 20 Styling Chairs Grade 1 Black Vinyl $ = $13, Back to Back Stations $1, = $ 4, Wall Vanity w/ legs $ 1, = $ 13, Highland Liberty Dryers $ = $ 2, TOTAL PHASE FIVE = $33,356.00