Welcome
The American School of Hair Design is committed to providing the highest quality of instruction available. As you consider the exciting opportunities available to you in the fields of cosmetology, we welcome you to our website. The realization of your dreams of financial and professional success may begin here with your acceptance into one of our programs. We have seen dreams of owning and operating salons happen with this first step. We encourage the fulfillment of your goals right here, right now.

Inside you will find a description of our school and the programs we offer our students, services we render to the public, how to find us and who to contact, as well as an interactive form used to bring you the specific information you need to make an educated decision on your career choice in cosmetology.

The American School of Hair Design was founded in July 1995. It is a modern facility located at 789 Hebron Road, in Heath, Ohio, which serves as its administrative offices, classrooms and laboratory facilities.

The American School of Hair Design, Incorporated is an Ohio corporation governed by its Board of Directors. J. David Roy is the School President.

The school is proud of its contribution to cosmetology education in the State of Ohio. We look forward with pride and confidence to the growth and continued development of our student body.

Mission
Our mission is to train students by providing the marketable skills needed for attainment of required licenses and job opportunities in the cosmetology field.

The school uses a combination of classroom and clinical training to allow the student to progressively improve their quality and quantity of practical skills, with a variety of techniques needed to be successful in the field. The school assists its graduates in securing employment by providing job leads, referrals and campus visits by salon management and recruiters.

Philosophy
We realize that in order to be successful in cosmetology, a person must posses a good general knowledge of the industry as well as have actual clinical experience. The school provides a combination of interesting classroom presentations and meaningful, practical exercises designed to challenge the student to fully develop his or her personality and potential. Through the guidance and experience of current cosmetology professionals, students will explore the various aspects of this fascinating career field. Throughout the training program, the school stresses motivation, a dedicated work ethic and the cultivation of a strong professional attitude, as these are recognized as prerequisites for achievement in this field.

Managing Comsetology
This program is a combination of the Basic Cosmetology and Manager Training Programs. Upon completion and licensing, the "Combo" Program graduate may choose to become an independent contractor or a salon owner. Career preparation with this program will allow the graduate to be employed with or without supervision, which may allow for more flexible scheduling and wider employment opportunities.

Basic Cosmetology
This comprehensive program includes the study and theory of cosmetology laws and rules, sterilization, sanitation and bacteriology. Up-to-date procedures taught includes the areas of hair design, color, cutting, styling and chemistry. Make up artistry, skin care, facials, waxing, neck and scalp massage are included in the program as well. Care of nails along with polish techniques and artificial nail applications are part of this license. Personal development, salon record keeping and dispensary requirements are taught in theory and practice in the entry-level program.

Manager Training
Management and ownership subjects cover financing, insurance, personnel, record keeping, costs, inventory, advertising and merchandising. Specialized and advanced cosmetology techniques are taught in theory and practice such as advanced color and advanced cutting. Corrective techniques will also be included in this program. The school recommends Manager Training as a continuation of the Basic Cosmetology Program as one comprehensive program of study.

Managing Manicuring
This program features procedure and practice required for the Basic Manicuring license as well as the Manager's license. The course includes sculptured nail application, design, care and practice. Basic nail technology curriculum of plain and oil manicures, pedicure procedures, hand and arm massage is taught.