OWNERSHIP

HISTORY

American Beauty Institute was established December 31, 1985 as a limited partnership at 123 West Main, Ardmore, Oklahoma. Donna Pope was the general partner and Nita Britt and James Britt were limited partners in the business

. In January 1988, the school became accredited and was recognized by the Department of Education that same year. Donna Pope purchased the limited shares of the company from Nita and James Britt and the school became a sole proprietorship in December 1988. On May 31, 2000, the school closed its Ardmore location and re–opened on June 1, 2000, at 415 North Main in McAlester, Oklahoma. On July 1, 2003, the school moved to its present location at 2009 North Main, McAlester, Oklahoma. Effective, January 1, 2005 the school became an incorporated entity owned by American Beauty Institute and was accredited by Naccas, and Donna Pope became the Director/Administrator.

Objectives

To prepare students during their required course of study to take and pass the state board examination in order to be eligible for entry-level employment in the field of cosmetology.

To assist students in learning, by the time they graduate, to communicate effectively in order to build a client base.

Goals

To instill a sense of professionalism in each student during their training.

To train the students to successfully pass the state license exam upon completion of their course of study.

To teach the up-to-date techniques and information of the profession, supervised by licensed instructors.

To provide placement services upon graduation; this will help ensure that graduates are placed in their field of study.

FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT

The school is located at 2009 North Main, McAlester, Ok 74501 in a 3000 square foot facility, capable of accommodating forty students. A clinic floor with customers, reception area and cash register provide a real working environment for the students. Theory lecture classes are enhanced by use of a chalkboard, TV and VCR training tapes, library books, trade magazines, textbooks, overhead projector, study guides, a computer and educational CDs, mannequins and handouts. An office computer and the Smart Record Keeping Program provide the accurate recording of student hours of attendance and school records. Lockers, microwave, refrigerator are available for the student’s convenience. Accessible handicap facilities include a wheel chair entry, office and classroom. Three fire extinguishers are located in the school for safety of the students and staff. A copy machine, calculator, fax machine and internet are available to copy, calculate, send and receive information. The school provides free parking for the convenience of customers and students. No public transportation is available.v LICENSING

American Beauty Institute is licensed by the Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology

2401 NW 23rd , Suite 84, Oklahoma City, OK 73107 (405) 521-2441

ACCREDITATION

American Beauty Institute is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Cosmetology Arts and Sciences. Ste 1300, 4401 Ford Ave., Alexandria, VA, 22302-1432, (703) 600-7600