Students are responsible for purchasing a Paul Mitchell Technical Kit at an additional cost from the published tuition.
The following items are contained in the Paul Mitchell Cosmetology Technical Kit and can be purchased from Rudy & Kelly Academy, A Paul Mitchell Partner School or Cosmoprof, CAOcosmeticsusa.com, Amazon, Cengage, Apple, Marianna and/or paulmitchellpro.com.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| COMBS | |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Metal Pick Teasing Comb | $1.85 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell White Cutting Comb | $2.84 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Red Cutting Comb | $2.84 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Teal Cutting Comb | $2.84 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Black Metal Tail | $1.85 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Black Rat Tail | $1.85 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Detangler Comb | $2.16 |
| 3 Cosmoprof Black Cutting Combs | $4.50 |
| BRUSHES | |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Paddle Plastic 427 | $6.23 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Scalp Brush | $3.39 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Styling Plastic 407 | $4.52 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Sculpting Plastic 413 | $3.39 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Express Ion Round® - Large | $9.74 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Express Ion Round® - Small | $8.66 |
| 1 Paddle, Paul Mitchell Lightener | $4.49 |
| PRODUCT | |
| 1 6 oz. Hot Off The Press™ | $8.13 |
| 1 1.7 oz. Tea Tree Wave Refresher Spray | $3.78 |
| 1 6.8 oz. Forever Blonde™ Conditioner | $7.85 |
| 1 6.8 oz. Quick Slip™ | $7.02 |
| 1 8.5 oz. Invisiblewear™ Boomerang Re-Styling Mist | $6.39 |
| 1 10.14 oz. Shampoo One™ | $4.74 |
| 1 10.14 oz. Tea Tree Special Conditioner™ | $6.39 |
| 1 3.5 oz. Extra-Body Firm Finishing Spray™ | $3.00 |
| 1 .85 oz. Super Skinny Serum™ | $3.00 |
| 1 Bag, PLH Tote Bag 2018 | $1.75 |
| 1 PLH Bag Note Card | $0.25 |
| CAPES | |
| 1 Paul Mitchell All Purpose Cape | $14.40 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Cutting Cape | $15.12 |
| ACCESSORIES | |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Metal Clips (10 pack) | $6.72 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Rolling Metal Case | $85.04 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Water Bottle | $5.42 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Apron | $15.50 |
| TOOLS | |
| 2 Female Mannequin 1 (6) Pivot Point Mannequin Head Bundle | $94.50 |
| 1 Wahl Clipper & Trimmer Set | $458.95 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Feathering Razor | $114.00 |
| 1 Express Ion Dry+® (Plus) 125V | $18.90 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Express Gold Curl™ Marcel, .75” | $74.24 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Manicure Set | $37.11 |
| 1 Express Ion Smooth® + (Plus) 120v | $16.54 |
| 1 Scissor Kit, RIGHT HAND 6.0", Texturizer, 5.5", Case | $69.29 |
| 1 Paul Mitchell Tripod | $250.35 |
| 2 Cosmoprof Color Brushes | $113.40 |
| 1 Color Brush Feathertip | $2.70 |
| 3 Packs of Braiding Hair | $2.70 |
| OTHER | |
| 1 Marianna Acrylic Nail Kit | $11.75 |
| 1 CAO Makeup Kit | $36.00 |
| Total | $250.00 |
Any used and/or opened items in the Paul Mitchell Technical Kit are considered unreturnable equipment. Returnable equipment must be returned within 20 days of withdrawal in their original state, no exceptions. All returned equipment will be assessed a 25% restocking fee.
| COSMETOLOTY | |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Technical Kit – Cosmetology: | $1800.00 |
| Sales Tax: | $108.00 |
| Total: | $1908.00 |
COSMETOLOGY TEXTBOOKS
Students are responsible for purchasing textbooks at an additional cost from the published tuition. The pricing information below may vary by vendor.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 Milady's CIMA Access to Digital Textbook | $293.00 |
| Sales Tax | $17.58 |
| TOTAL | $310.58 |
Textbooks may be purchased from the school or from an independent vendor. If the student plans to purchase their textbooks from an independent vendor, they should inform the admissions’s team prior to signing the enrollment agreement.
COSMETOLOGY DIGITAL KIT
Students are responsible for purchasing the Digital Kit at an additional cost from the published tuition. The pricing information below may vary by vendor.
| Item | Cost |
|---|---|
| 1 Apple iPad | $329.00 |
| 1 Apple Care | $69.00 |
| 1 iPad Smart Cover | $49.00 |
| 1 iTunes Gift Card | $10.00 |
| Sales Tax | $27.42 |
| TOTAL | $484.42 |
COSMETOLOGY EDUCATION KIT
The Cosmetology Education Kit is included in the cost of tuition, for students who pay for the full program. Transfer students are responsible to purchase the education kit at an additional cost from the published tuition.
| Item | Item |
|---|---|
| 1 The Men's Cutting System App | 1 Plugged in Membership includes Master Audio Club subscription (while enrolled) |
| 1 The Cutting System App | 1 Mini-Color Swatch Book |
| 1 The Color Systems App | 1 The Makeup System App |
| 1 The Skill Cards | 3 Product Brochures |
| 1 Connecting to My Future E-Book | 1 Dollar Camp Enrollment |
| 1 Be Nice (Or Else!) E-Book | 1 Business Fundamentals |
Transfer students are responsible to purchase the education kit at an additional cost from the tuition. The cost of the education kit is $700.00.
Cosmetology is an ever-changing business that will cause this list of equipment to change from time to time. All tools are the responsibility of the student. We advise you to mark all your tools with paint or some form of permanent marking material. The student at his or her own expense will replace lost or misplaced items. All tools when not in use are to be kept in the kit or locker. They must be kept clean and sanitized.
Per VA regulation, only mandatory fees may be billed to the VA. The cost of our Technical Kit, Textbooks and Digital Kit are not mandatory fees and as such cannot be charged to the VA. Students utilizing VA benefits will be responsible for arranging alternate payments for these costs.
COSMETOLOGY STUDENT TEXTBOOKS AND KITS
Students will only be allowed to use Paul Mitchell technical kits and equipment while enrolled at the School. Students may purchase the Paul Mitchell Technical kit in it's entirety from the school, or they may be purchased independently.
If purchased independently, they must meet the criteria listed on the Student Technical Kit List. Refer to the catalog kit list. If the student needs to replace a technical kit or equipment item at any time during his or her enrollment in the school, these items may be purchased through the school or independently.
Students are advised to refrain from loaning any part of their technical kit or textbooks. The school is not responsible for items that are lost or stolen. Published kit lists herein are subject to change.
All education apps will work on an iPhone. If a student has access to an iPhone that is compatible with the apps, an iPad purchase may not be necessary.
Right to Independent Purchase of iPad, Textbooks and Technical Kit: Any student who desires to independently purchase their iPad, textbook or technical kit from a vendor other than Rudy & Kelly Academy, A Paul Mitchell Partner School has the right to do so. A student who chooses to do this should notify the school during contracting.