Education Department Grants Extended Compliance Time for Training Programs

The U.S. Department of Education recently announced an extension for barbering, cosmetology, and massage therapy programs to meet a new accountability rule. This decision follows the department’s finalization of the accountability measure aimed at ensuring career-training programs are effectively preparing students for employment.

These industries, integral to local economies, rely on skilled professionals who build their businesses and clientele post-training. The additional time allows educational institutions to adjust and comply with the new requirements, ensuring that their curriculums align with regulatory expectations.

This update is seen as beneficial to small business owners on Main Street who have established their careers through rigorous training, thereby supporting the local economy one client at a time.