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This optional workshop, presented by the Duane Morris, LLP team, will cover a broad range of legal issues important to beauty and wellness schools. There will be a focus on making the information as practical as possible with an emphasis on operational matters. Recent updates on the status of federal regulatory matters will also be included. Registration is $300. Spots are limited and going fast – reserve yours now by signing up here.
Gainful Employment, whether fully implemented or stopped, has challenged the traditional financial model for schools. What will be the financial effect of your state changing its hour requirements? How should you calculate the financial aid cap caused by Gainful Employment?

In this session, Jared Sanders, CPA, CFE from Lightheart|Sanders will discuss the financial impact of the changes being forced upon the industry and the numbers you most need to know to make informed decisions and lead your school through the change. Register for the 2017 School Leaders Summit today.
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The deadline to apply for a Spring 2017 BCL│ MUD scholarship is Monday, April 10. Five $2,500 scholarships will be awarded. The makeup artistry scholarship is open to any student enrolled in a MUD makeup course at an AACS member school. The clock is ticking so encourage your students to Apply Now!
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The first week of April finds 39 state legislatures currently in session. While West Virginia is the only state scheduled to adjourn sine die this week, many other legislatures are sprinting towards adjournment as only 13 states will be in legislative session after Memorial Day. During this critical period, AACS will keep you apprised of the latest developments from across the country of interest to barbering and cosmetology schools.

Read more about these bills and more in this week’s AACS State Relations Update.
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During this session, we will outline the trends in esthetic education and what students say they are looking for in a school. We will evaluate the best way to implement an Advanced Esthetics and Retail Sales program that not only increases retention but also the school's reputation while increasing cash flow.

Register for this webinar for free by clicking this link. And did you miss a recent webinar? You can view them online here
For more than 20 years, educators from around the nation turn the tables each summer and go from teacher to student at the CEA Annual Convention. And back by popular demand, this year’s convention includes the addition of an Admissions & Marketing track, making it the CEA & AMP Annual Convention. Refuel your passion with innovative workshops and presentations on classroom methodology, admissions and marketing. Register now!
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The ACE Grant Program is a marketing tool available only to AACS Members aimed at increasing your student enrollment. When your school pledges a tuition discount of $500-$1000 to eligible students, AACS will send you daily leads with prospective student names, phone numbers and email addresses. This complimentary program is promoted through different mediums including newspapers, magazines, internet, salons, high school counselors, and other industry partners. This small recruitment cost can produce a steady stream of students who may have never found your school otherwise. For more information or to enroll in the ACE Grant Program, contact Glen Fernandez at glen@beautyschools.org.  
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