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"Over 20 years ago, I graduated from Volunteer Beauty Academy. During the years of building and developing my business, I have reflected on moments of my education. Each day as I work with clients, I can remember my instructor's words. I've applied those techniques and the professional people skills I was taught. I have done well in this business and plan to continue working in the beauty industry as long as I'm able. There's many things a person can do with a cosmetology license. The business of beauty is very rewarding and I thank VBA for a great education and training!"
"As a former student of Volunteer Beauty Academy, my experience was awesome. The everyday class experience was exciting and very educational. There was plenty of one on one time with instructors. The level of professionalism was above what I expected. This sense of professionalism was passed on to me during my time at VBA. The training I received led me down the path to true success as a cosmetologist. I owned 2 salons within a year of completing my training. I am still thriving as a cosmetologist today, and would not be without the help and education I received at VBA."
"Hi, my name is Tyson. I graduated from Volunteer Beauty Academy in 2008. Since then I have worked with some of the best stylists and at one of the most outstanding salons in Nashville. VBA taught me everything I needed to pass the state board exams. They also helped me find a job and start a great career in the industry. The school was able to work with me financially and schedule wise, and I finished the cosmetology course in just 12 months. With their friendly staff and their fun environment you are sure to enjoy this school."
ADMINISTRATION
Volunteer Beauty Academy is owned by Volunteer Beauty, Inc., a Tennessee corporation. The corporation's Chairman of the Board and owner, Dorothy H. Chitwood, was the Administrator of the Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology for five years. She is licensed as a cosmetologist and instructor in the state of Tennessee. Under Ms. Chitwood's direction, the school has experienced growth and excellence in education, through the continued development of educational programs and activities designed to broaden the training opportunities offered to students.
ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF and FACULTY
Our schools have competent and qualified faculty. All instructors are licensed by the state of Tennessee to teach in the field of Cosmetology.
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATION
Accredited by NACCAS:
National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts & Sciences
4401 Ford Ave. Suite 1300 , Alexandria, VA 22302
(703) 600-7600
State Licensing Agency:
Tennessee Board of Cosmetology
500 James Robertson Pkwy, First Fl., Nashville, TN 37219
(615) 741-2515
Volunteer Beauty, Inc. Corporate Office
1793 N. Gallatin Rd. Madison, TN 37115
(615) 860-4996 Fax: (615) 860-1367
FACILITIES and EQUIPMENT
The schools exceed the minimum space requirements as set forth by the governing rules of the Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology. The space consists of a reception area, clinic floor, office, classroom, dispensary, breakroom and restrooms. All space is completely air conditioned. The clinic area consists of working stations where the students provide beauty services to customers under the direct supervision of a licensed instructor. The theory classroom consists of visual aids such as charts, video's, library and chalkboard to aid students in learning the theory of cosmetology.
STATE LICENSING
Our schools are fully approved and licensed by the Tennessee State Board of Cosmetology governed by the rules of the state.
ACCREDITATION
Volunteer Beauty Academy is accredited by the National Accrediting Commission of Career Arts and Sciences, which is recognized by the United States Department of Education as the national accrediting agency of cosmetology schools.
RECORD INFORMATION
Sections 438-40 of the General Education Provisions Act, as added by Sections 513-14 ofP.L. 93-380, enacted August 21, 1974 forbids institutions of higher learning to give information from the student's records without his or her consent, except to certain education, state, and federal persons or agencies. If permission is given, it may be changed or revoked by written notification to the school. Any student or parent of any student that is a minor, has the right to see the said student's file upon request, under supervision of the administrative staff.
POLICY ON THE HANDICAPPED
Volunteer Beauty, Inc. complies will all provisions of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, in that no qualified handicapped person, by reason of the handicap, will be excluded from enrolling in a course of instruction. However, any handicapped person seeking admission should advise the staff of the handicap and request a tour of the school to determine if the person believes he/she is capable of meeting all of the course requirements.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY:
The Academy, in its admission, instruction, graduation, or any other rights and privileges of the school, does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race or color, ethnic origin, age or religion, financial status or residence

