Delmar Cengage Learning

Comprehensive Consulting Services

In our effort to assist schools and contribute to the improvement of the cosmetology industry as a whole, The Career Institute has incorporated comprehensive consulting services for schools in the areas of:

  • Accreditation Compliance
  • Curriculum Development
  • School Administration
  • New School Set Up and Operations

The Career Institute and Cengage Learning support the principles of accreditation for schools in post-secondary education. We promote standards of education in cosmetology and work to advance and improve the standards of service to the public in the field of cosmetology. We are available to assist schools in their effort to maintain prescribed standards and assure quality programs for students, and to cooperate with other organizations representing cosmetology to further improve the best interests of education in cosmetology.

Our consultation services in Accreditation Compliance include, but are not limited to:

  • Assisting schools with the process and development of the Institutional Self-Study
  • Developing policies and procedures that ensure compliance with the standards and criteria established by various accrediting agencies
  • Preparation for on-site evaluations by accrediting agencies
  • Being present for consultation during on-site evaluations
  • Assisting schools with a response document should limitations during a visit occur
  • Assisting schools with the preparation of required annual reports
  • And so much more

Our consultation services in Curriculum Development include, but are not limited to:

  • Ensuring compliance with state-prescribed curriculum guidelines
  • Training schools in the use of Milady’s comprehensive Course Management Guides for all program offerings
  • Developing detailed program schedules for teaching all levels of cosmetology and specialty programs
  • Training school instructors in the use of technology products for use in the classroom
  • Training school instructors in the use of Milady’s wide array of educational support materials
  • And so much more

Our consultation services in School Administration include, but are not limited to:

  • Training personnel in effective admissions and recruiting techniques and procedures
  • Developing comprehensive Operating Procedures supported by all applicable forms for school operations, personnel, admissions, administration, education, and more
  • Defining job duties and position descriptions for all applicable positions 
  • And so much more

Our consultation services for New Schools include, but are not limited to:

  • All of those services provided for Accreditation Compliance, Curriculum Development, and School Administration
  • Assistance in meeting and complying with all regulatory oversight requirements for initial school licensure
  • Feedback on or complete design of physical plants to ensure maximum efficiency and effectiveness
  • Assistance in establishing a unique school “culture” that sets it apart from the competition   
  • And so much more 

“We were so pleased with the services provided that we contracted with The Career Institute team to come in and review our performance for our first renewal.  It was well worth every penny as we completed our renewal visit without a single limitation!” -Steve Pollak, Carolina Academy , Gastonia, North Carolina

"I can’t thank Letha and her team enough for all the amazing support in helping us towards our goal of being a first class cosmetology school." -Pam Adamczyk, School Director and Owner, Cozmo The School, Bonita Springs, Florida

“I can’t say enough about Letha Barnes and her consulting team’s invaluable service to my school.  Letha came in and designed our curriculum to meet the needs of our institution, and also prepared our school for our initial accreditation visit. As a result, we received a perfect review without any limitations. Her team is a must for any school that is looking to take their school to a higher level.  Without The Career Institute, we wouldn’t be where we are today!” – Robert Rosenberg, Artistic Nail and Beauty Academy , Brandon, Florida

 “Letha Barnes helped us redesign our facility, trained us in effective admissions interviewing, developed our procedures manual, catalog, enrollment contract, and numerous other forms and policies.  She even helped us define and establish our own culture which will set us apart from other schools. ” - Bill and Stacy Josserand, Michele Duvall, and Dawn Callaway, DuVall’s School of Cosmetology , Bedford, TX

Contact us Today!
For more information about our consulting services, call Gerard McAvey, Senior Marketing Manager at 1-800-998-7498 ext. 2420.

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