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A Message from the CEO / President
Dear Students,
Welcome to Douglas Education Center (DEC).
To most of us, there are few concepts more appealing than “belonging.” We have an innate desire to want to be part of a community. While DEC is first and foremost an academic institution that prizes excellence in teaching and learning, nevertheless, it has been, and always will be, a place where a wide variety of people feel comfortable – where they feel genuinely at home. We believe that, just as tapestry is enriched and enlivened by a variety of textures and hues, so DEC takes on beauty, intricacy, and vibrancy through a rich diversity of people.
This sense of belonging is part of our heritage. As you look around campus, you will see an astonishing assortment of programs and people exploring ideas, pursuing knowledge, inspiring each other and filling our classrooms with the vibrancy that comes from being an institution that is committed to discovery, creativity, and vigorous intellectual exchange.
This catalog is your official guide to your academic program and to DEC’s policies and procedures. Much of what you will need to know to succeed and make the most of your experience at DEC is noted here. I encourage you to become familiar with its contents and learn how the campus functions to help you achieve your personal and professional aspirations.
Thank you for your interest in DEC. We envision the school as a place of excellence not only in thought and academic training, but also in warm associations. We hope you will find in it an element of “home.”
Sincerely,
Jeffrey D. Imbrescia, CPA CEO / President
DEC FAST FACTS
1. Douglas Education Center (DEC) was founded in 1904. Over 115 years of education!
2. DEC offers programs in Special Make-Up Effects, Filmmaking, Cosmetology, Massage Therapy, Allied Health, and Skilled
Trades. Please visit DEC’s website for details and course information. Important information about the educational
debt, earnings, and completion rates of students who attended all programs, please visit: www.dec.edu/consumerinfo.
3. DEC offers Associate in Specialized Business Degree, Diploma, and Certificate Programs.
4. Financial aid and scholarships are available to those who qualify.
5. DEC maintains an active and successful career services assistance program that is available, without charge, to all
graduates. During the student’s enrollment at DEC, the Career Services Department will help each student understand
and develop his/her strengths and abilities, and continue to maintain that relationship after graduation.
6. DEC’s current programs of study are listed below:
2020 PROGRAMS
CREATIVE PROGRAMS
• George A. Romero’s Filmmaking Program
• Tom Savini’s Special Make­Up Effects Program
BEAUTY & WELLNESS PROGRAMS
• Cosmetology Program
• Cosmetology Teacher / Salon Manager Program
• Esthetics Program
• Esthetician and Nail Technologist Program
• Massage Therapy
ALLIED HEALTH PROGRAMS
• Medical Assistant Program
• Medical Billing and Coding Program
SKILLED TRADES PROGRAMS
• Commercial Driver’s License Program
• Heavy Equipment and CDL with Safety Program
• Heavy Equipment and CDL with Safety and Natural Gas
Program
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Effective June 5, 2020