At Louisville Beauty Academy, we are committed to full compliance with the Kentucky Board of Cosmetology (KBC) and to serving our students with honesty, fairness, and professionalism.
🔒 Student Contract – No Negotiation Policy
As part of the annual state renewal beginning July 1, 2025, all licensed cosmetology schools in Kentucky—including ours—are now required to submit an official, up-to-date student contract to the state board.
💡 What this means for students:
Every student is required to sign the exact same official contract approved and reviewed by the KBC.
This ensures equal treatment, transparency, and compliance with Kentucky law.
Prices, payment plans, and policies are not negotiable, as they are publicly posted and filed with the state.
Any attempt to change terms or request private pricing will be denied out of fairness to all students and to remain in good standing with KBC.
🧾 “We are legally required to apply the same tuition, rules, and terms to all students. This protects everyone and helps prevent future licensing delays or violations.”
🛑 Why This Is Important
Attempting to negotiate pricing, request exceptions, or delay proper documentation can:
Put your enrollment or hours at risk
Cause delays in graduation or licensing
Lead to state violations for the school that may impact your ability to test
We urge all students to:
Carefully read the contract before signing
Ask questions before enrollment
Trust that our pricing is already the lowest, most flexible, and most transparent in the state
📅 Mark Your Calendar
Renewal Deadline Begins: July 1, 2025
Mandatory PSI School Training: October 13, 2025
Thank you for helping us keep Louisville Beauty Academy the most trusted, state-compliant, and student-success-driven beauty school in Kentucky.
At Louisville Beauty Academy, we are committed to creating opportunities for everyone, including immigrants and individuals with foreign educational backgrounds. To ensure compliance with state licensing requirements and provide all students with a seamless admission process, we want to address the translation and validation of foreign high school diplomas. This step is crucial for applicants with educational credentials earned outside the United States.
What is Translation?
Translation involves converting your foreign high school diploma or transcript into English. This ensures that the educational content is clear and understandable to U.S.-based institutions, employers, or licensing boards.
• Who Performs Translation?
Translation must be done by a certified translator or an approved organization. For Kentucky State Board of Cosmetology requirements, Catholic Charities is a trusted provider of certified translations. Other nationally recognized services include translators certified by the American Translators Association (ATA).
• Why is Translation Important?
Translation guarantees that the content of your diploma or transcript is accurate and ready for review by Louisville Beauty Academy or other institutions. It includes details like your school name, student name, graduation date, and relevant coursework.
What is Validation (Credential Evaluation)?
Validation, also known as credential evaluation, is the process of verifying that your foreign diploma is authentic and determining its equivalency to U.S. educational standards. This step is essential to confirm that your educational qualifications meet the requirements for admission or licensing in the United States.
• Who Performs Validation?
Credential evaluation agencies perform this service. Recognized agencies include:
• World Education Services (WES)
• Educational Credential Evaluators (ECE)
• International Education Research Foundation (IERF)
• Why is Validation Important?
Validation ensures your diploma meets U.S. high school graduation standards, which is often required for enrolling in a beauty academy or obtaining a state cosmetology license. Credential evaluation provides an official equivalency statement, such as, “Equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma.”
Key Differences Between Translation and Validation
AspectTranslationValidation
Purpose Converts language of the document Confirms authenticity and equivalency
Performed by Certified translators Credential evaluation agencies
Cost Typically lower Higher due to research and verification
Usage Makes the document readable in English Verifies compliance with U.S. standards
Steps for Applicants to Complete Translation and Validation
1. Obtain Your Foreign Diploma
Ensure you have a physical or digital copy of your original high school diploma or transcript.
2. Choose a Translation Service
• Use a certified service like Catholic Charities or an ATA-certified translator.
3. Select a Credential Evaluation Agency
• Agencies like WES, ECE, or IERF are widely recognized and accepted for validation in the U.S.
4. Submit Your Documents
• Provide the translated document to a credential evaluation agency for validation. The agency will assess your diploma’s authenticity and equivalency.
5. Submit to Louisville Beauty Academy
• Once you have the translated and validated document, include it in your application to Louisville Beauty Academy.
Why Choose Louisville Beauty Academy?
At Louisville Beauty Academy, we pride ourselves on our inclusive approach to education. Whether you’re a local student or an immigrant with international credentials, we aim to provide you with the tools and opportunities to succeed in the beauty industry. By partnering with approved translation and validation services, we ensure that your application process is smooth and efficient.
If you have any questions about translating or validating your foreign diploma, feel free to reach out to us at Louisville Beauty Academy. Our team is here to guide you every step of the way. Let’s help you take the first step toward a rewarding career in the beauty industry!
