Advanced Cosmetology is a Diploma program offered by Elite School of Cosmetology in Norwalk, OH. The program takes About 60 weeks full time (1,800 clock hours) to complete, with a total tuition of $25,750.
Program Overview
The Advanced Cosmetology program at Elite School of Cosmetology is 1,800 clock hours: 1,500 core hours plus 300 advanced hours that prepare students for the Ohio state licensing examination as advanced cosmetologists. It builds a foundation in professional development, anatomy, physiology, electricity, chemistry and the salon business, and trains the full range of hair services, from design decisions, cuts and styles to wigs, extensions, chemical texture and hair color, along with manicures, pedicures, skin care, hair removal and makeup.
The advanced hours add health and public safety, Ohio laws and rules, and advanced techniques in hair anatomy, communication, sales and training, salon supervision and management. Graduates receive a diploma and are helped to register for the state exam; they cannot practice until they pass it.
Elite School of Cosmetology, which now presents itself as Elite Schools, is owned and operated by J.T. Tony’s, LLC, an Ohio company, and runs four campuses: Panama City and Niceville in Florida, and Norwalk and Ashland in Ohio. Its mission is to educate, train and prepare students to pass the required state board examinations and to excel in vocational careers that lead to gainful employment. All four campuses share one federal school code, 041859.
What sets this Program apart
- Advanced license track. 300 advanced hours beyond the 1,500-hour core, including salon supervision and management.
- Two Ohio campuses. Norwalk and Ashland, with the same curriculum and price.
- Weekly starts. New Advanced Cosmetology classes begin the first day of each week.
- Credit for licensed students. Current Ohio nail technician and esthetics licenses count toward the program.
Admission Requirements and Process
Elite Schools admits as students those who have a valid High School Diploma or a state-sanctioned high school equivalency diploma and are above the compulsory school attendance age of sixteen. Admission requires a written application, a personal interview, and a completed and signed Enrollment Agreement, and all courses have open entry.
General Requirements
- Minimum Age 16All applicants must be above the compulsory age of school attendance, sixteen (16) years old. Any applicant who is under eighteen (18) years of age must have a parent or guardian…
- Photo IdentificationApplicants must provide photo identification.
- High School Diploma or EquivalentThe school admits as students those who have a valid High School Diploma or a state-sanctioned high school equivalency diploma. A Modified High School Diploma, a Certificate of…
- Foreign Diploma TranslationIf the student's High School Diploma is in a foreign language, it is the responsibility of the student to get the diploma translated into English by a school approved translator…
- Written ApplicationWritten application for admissions.
- Personal InterviewA personal interview is required for admission.
- Signed Enrollment AgreementA completed and signed Enrollment Agreement (contract). If the applicant is less than 18 years of age, a parent or a legal guardian must sign the Enrollment Agreement.
Application Process
- 1Schedule a School TourCall or contact Elite Schools to book a tour of the school and meet the staff.
- 2Submit a Written ApplicationContact the admissions office to complete a written application for admission.
- 3Complete a Personal InterviewMeet with the school for a personal interview. Applicants under 18 must bring a parent or guardian, who will also need to provide identification.
- 4Provide Proof of Education and IDProvide photo identification and a valid High School Diploma or state-sanctioned high school equivalency diploma. Official transcripts may be requested and evaluated by the director prior to enrollment.
- 5Apply for Financial Aid (FAFSA)Financial aid is available for those who qualify. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), and the school's Financial Aid Department can help you determine which types of aid you qualify for.FAFSA Code for Norwalk: 041859Fill Out the FAFSA
- 6Sign Your Enrollment AgreementComplete and sign the Enrollment Agreement (contract) and pay the registration fee. If you are under 18, a parent or legal guardian must sign the Enrollment Agreement.
- 7Start ClassesAll courses have open entry, so you can begin on the next available start date for your program.
Program Schedule
1,800 clock hours, about 60 weeks of full-time study, matching the 60-week program on the website. The maximum time allowed at satisfactory progress is 90 weeks. The 1,500 core hours break down into 750 clinic hours, 375 theory hours and 375 flex learning hours; the school does not offer distance learning.
School hours. Norwalk is open Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Ashland is open Monday to Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m., and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. Both are closed on weekends. New Advanced Cosmetology classes begin the first day of each week, while Advanced Esthetics and Advanced Manicuring start dates vary with enrollment.
Campus Location
Why Accreditation Is Important
When you attend an accredited institution, you attend a school that has been independently evaluated for educational quality.
Elite School of Cosmetology is accredited by the Middle States Association Commissions on Elementary and Secondary Schools (MSA-CESS). The Ohio campuses are licensed by the Ohio State Cosmetology and Barber Board.
- A reliable indicator of quality
- Approved program of study
- Qualified instructors
- Recognition by employers nationwide
Accreditations
Student Demographics
These are demographics for all students at the Norwalk Campus (IPEDS, 2024).
Cost of Attendance and Financial Aid Information
| Charge | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $25,750 |
| Registration fee | $100 |
| Books and materials | $670 |
| Total | $26,520 |
Federal aid. Federal student aid is available to those who qualify, including Federal Pell Grants and Direct Subsidized, Unsubsidized and Parent PLUS loans. File the FAFSA with school code 041859. The school publishes a net price calculator.
Paying. A down payment is due when the enrollment agreement is signed, with the balance paid by payment plan before graduation, by cash, credit or debit card, check, cashier’s check or U.S. money order. Licensing, criminal background check and exam fees are not part of the program cost, and students who run past their contract end date pay an hourly charge for the extra hours.
Cancellation and refunds. The Ohio catalog’s refund table sets the share of tuition owed by the portion of the program scheduled: 20 percent under 5 percent, then 30, 40 and 45 percent up to 24.9 percent, 70 percent from 25 to 49.9 percent, and all of it from 50 percent on. Books, kits and the registration fee sit outside that calculation, and the kit and books are refundable only if returned unused before the first day. Refunds are paid within 45 days.
Curriculum
The catalog’s Advanced Cosmetology curriculum: nine core subject areas totalling 1,500 hours and three advanced areas totalling 300, for 1,800 clock hours, taught from Milady Standard Cosmetology, 14th edition, with CIMA digital learning and print.
The required courses below are from Elite School of Cosmetology's published catalog.
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Career Outcomes
Licensed advanced cosmetologists work as hair stylists and salon managers, among other roles; the school’s disclosures list hairdressers, hairstylists and cosmetologists as the related occupations.
The school provides placement assistance to every graduate at no extra charge, posting openings on a student bulletin board and inviting salon owners and employers to speak to senior students, but it does not guarantee employment. Graduates cannot practice a licensed occupation until they pass the state licensing examination.
What to expect as a Elite School of Cosmetology student
The Ohio campuses share one catalog and ownership; any difference is identified by campus. Instructors keep a daily attendance log, and each day combines a theory class, practical demonstrations and practical work under strict instructor supervision. Individual advising on academic, personal and career concerns is available from staff, with referral to outside professionals when needed.
The website lists the Norwalk campus at 230 Milan Avenue, Suite B, on its campus, contact and disclosure pages; the catalog still lists 175 Benedict Avenue, so confirm the address before visiting.
Attendance and progress. Students must attend at least 66.67 percent of scheduled hours, keep a written grade average of at least 75 percent, pass a final written exam and complete the required practical work under instructor supervision. Up to 10 percent of the clock hours in each payment period may be excused. Students who reach the maximum time frame, 150 percent of the program, without finishing may continue on a cash-pay basis. A $100 administrative fee is charged when a student withdraws, and a $125 reinstatement fee applies on readmission.
Calendar. The Ohio campuses close for Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving and the day after, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and the day after, New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day, and follow the Huron County (Norwalk) and Ashland County (Ashland) school boards for weather closures.