Monica McGregor (above), a graduate of Xenon International Academy in Wichita, KS is a recent recipient of a $1,000 scholarship from Society of Dermatology Skincare Specialists (SDSS) through the National Coalition of Estheticians, Manufacturers/Distributors & Associations (NCEA) Scholarship Program.
Monica’s academic performance and dedication gave her a definite edge for the scholarship. In addition to beginning her career in esthetics, Monica will continue her education to broaden career opportunities. Her commitments to work and school schedules are complimented by her athletic interests, such as belly dancing and kick-boxing. Monica’s goals include holistic skin care and an eventual move to the Pacific Northwest.
Esthetician students are eligible to receive a $1,000 scholarship while attending an AACS member school. These incentive scholarships will be awarded to students that demonstrate good performance in school as well as financial need. Financial need will be determined by a short written explanation of the applicant’s situation and their desire to receive the scholarship. Applicants must have reached at least the mid-point of their training and maintained at least 80% attendance and 80% grade average. A selection committee comprised of NCEA members will review all applications that meet the basic requirements to be verified by the student’s school. There will be a limit of one scholarship recipient chosen from an individual school each year.
*Photo Credits: Kim McIntosh, Xenon Executive Director and Janine Bruner, Esthetics Educator & Monica McGregor, Recipient of Award
ABOUT THE SDSS
The SDSS is a voluntary organization that aims to develop and foster the highest standards of skincare in the dermatology setting. Through education and research the SDSS will develop national standards and provide a forum of learning for those working in dermatology skincare practices. The organization will facilitate open communication amongst its members and also act as a resource and support system for its members. The SDSS will promote the profession of dermatology skincare through interdisciplinary collaboration and by acting as a resource about the profession for other health care professionals.
ABOUT THE NCEA AND AACS
NCEA and AACS (American Association of Cosmetology Schools) have partnered to bring forth the First Esthetician Scholarship Program through ACE – Access to Cosmetology Schools, a division of AACS. The National Coalition of Estheticians, Manufacturers/Distributors and Associations (NCEA) The coalition is a group of active skin care associations, companies & individuals, who have united to establish standards and best practices, and provide political representation for our profession to state legislators and licensing boards. To apply for a Scholarship visit www.ncea.tv.
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