Keene Beauty Academy does not require vaccinations or immunizations in order to be admitted into our programs. We have a variety of resources available to inform students of healthcare options in our area, and who can provide them if you are interested. We offer a yearly flu clinic at the academy to students and staff on a voluntary basis. For more information on vaccinations, immunizations and other health related topics please contact your healthcare professional, local health department or the Center for Disease Control.
Keene Beauty Academy OPEID: 022454
Detail for CIP Code 12.0401
Title: Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General.
Definition: A program that generally prepares individuals to cut, trim, and style scalp, facial, and body hair; apply cosmetic preparations; perform manicures and pedicures; massage the head and extremities; and prepare for practice as licensed cosmetologists in specialized or full-service salons. Includes instruction in hair cutting and styling, manicuring, pedicuring, facial treatments, shampooing, chemical applications, esthetics, shop management, sanitation and safety, customer service, and applicable professional and labor laws and regulations.
Detail for CIP Code 12.0407
Title: Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to shampoo, cut, style, set, and dress the scalp hair of women and/or men, braid hair, apply hair cosmetics and wigs, and prepare for licensure as professional cosmetologists, hairdressers, and barbers at various levels. Includes instruction in hair design theory and concepts, hair cleaning and shampooing, hair coloring, chemical applications and permanent reconstructions, hair anatomy and physiology, scalp diseases and treatments, wig and hairpiece fitting, hair braiding, customer service, shop management, equipment operation, health and safety, and applicable laws and regulations.
Detail for CIP Code 12.0499
Title: Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Arts, Other.
Definition: Any instructional program in cosmetology and related personal grooming services not listed above.
Detail for CIP Code 12.0409
Title: Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to cleanse, depilate, massage, and beautify the human body and to function as licensed estheticians and skin care specialists. Includes instruction in skin anatomy, physiology, and health; principles of nutrition; decontamination and infection control; health and safety; facial and body massage; body wrapping and spa treatments; temporary hair removal including waxing and tweezing; color and skin analysis; client consultation and care; applicable laws and regulations; business practices; and sometimes related alternative healing regimens.
Detail for CIP Code 12.0410
Title: Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist.
Definition: A program that prepares individuals to shape fingernails and toenails, remove unwanted skin and blemishes, apply polish and cosmetics to nails, and function as licensed manicurists or nail technicians/specialists. Includes instruction in manicuring theory; skin anatomy; nail growth, irregularities, and diseases; sterilization and sanitation; equipment and table maintenance; cuticle, blemish, and rough skin removal; nail filing, shaping, and polishing; cream application and extremity massage; nail sculpture and design art; product storage and use; customer service; laws and regulations; and business practices.
Completion, Licensure, and Outcome Rates 2021
Based on the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences annual report
KBA’s completion, employment and licensure rates are as follows:
Graduation Rates: Students who have graduated within their planned original contract year.
Overall rates:
2021=77%
Licensure Rates: Students who took the state exam and passed.
Overall rates:
2021=94.4%
Placement Rates: Students who have graduated and working in the industry.
Overall rates:
2021= 66.4%
Placement Rate Disclosure
Students may be excluded from the placement rate if :
a. The graduate is deceased
b. The graduate is permanently disabled
c. The graduate is deployed for military service.
d. The graduate studied under a student visa and is ineligible for employment in the U.S.
e. The graduate continued his/her education at an institution under the same ownership (e.g., a graduate of our cosmetology program subsequently enrolled in the esthetics program of an institution under the same ownership.