Entrance Requirements/ Tuition Refund Policy:

• You must have a sincere love of animals.
• Students must be at least 17 years of age, be physically fit and in good health.
• Pet Grooming can be a physically demanding job. You will be required to lift some pets.
• A high school diploma not is required.
• A current tetanus vaccination is required.
• A $600 deposit must accompany Application.
• Cancellations must be done 30 days before school starts or you will be charged a $450.00 fee. No refunds after classes have begun.

Attendance Policy:

• Each student must attend 95% of the course.
• A student may make up lost time and work with the Director's permission, pending availability of space.
• All students are required to be punctual.
• Excessive tardiness will affect grade and/or be cause for dismissal. Student leaves are permitted when necessary, if advance notice is provided.
• If you are going to be late, you must notify the school by phone.
• If you are going to be absent, notification must be in by phone as soon as possible.
• This school requires that you show responsibility by being present, on time and professional. (See conditions of dismissal.)

Lunch Facility:

• Nanhall offers an eating room with refrigerator, microwave and toaster oven for student use. There are also several restaurants nearby, including some that deliver.
• Lunch Time is 30 minutes.

Dress Code:

• Personal appearance should project a professional image at all times.
• Students are expected to maintain and abide by all the rules and regulations of the school conducting themselves in a manner that is not disruptive to school or business.
• Rubber-soled, comfortable shoes are recommended.
• No open toe shoes are allowed.

Re-entry/Re-admission Policy

• A student will be allowed to re-enter or be re-admitted to the school if they left in good standing. This means if the student was not dismissed or expelled (please refer to Dismissal Policy).
• Some of the reasons a student may leave school and return in good standing are as follows: illness, illness or death of an immediate family member, work related issues.
• This must be within 3 months of date of leaving.

Conduct:

• Telephones are for school use only. However, in emergencies, the calling party may leave a message.
• No personal phone calls or cell phones.
• Children will not be allowed in the work area.
• Your work area will be cleaned daily. To include: the cleaning of your table, blades, floor, etc. In general, your work area should be left in a condition that would start you in a clean environment every morning.
• Products and equipment in the school may not be loaned or borrowed.
• You have your equipment and are responsible for it. (The school holds no responsibility for fire, theft or vandalism.)
• Everyone will be expected to work in accordance with school agreements. Any deviations from normal class schedule will need approval by the instructor.

Job Placement:

Our school will help assist our students in job position, but we cannot guarantee placement. We will however help in communicating with employers. We do keep a list of prospective employers.

Conditions for Dismissal

1. Absences in excess of 4 days will be cause for dismissal. It is mandatory to be here daily unless an excuse is brought on return. The required number of hours for the course must be completed. Excesses Tardiness over 4 days.
2. Two full days of being absent without contacting the school.
3. Hatefulness, poor attitude, or roughness of any kind toward the dogs or other students.
4. Insubordination to instructors or owner.
5. If the instructor sees the efforts of the student are not up to full potential.
6. Grade level must be at or above the average of 80. (Extra classes will be pro-rated.)
7. Malicious behavior and/or gossip.
8. Drug use or alcohol intoxication.
9. Disregard for the school and its policies.
10. Unauthorized removal school property.