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Board hears proposal to allow asynchronous theory instruction; members raise integrity, testing and access concerns
Summary
A consultant and Milady demonstrated a learning platform for asynchronous (distance) theory instruction; some board members praised expanded access while others raised concerns about cheating, AI and testing integrity.
A consultant seeking board guidance on asynchronous distance delivery for cosmetology theory presented a demonstration and a platform overview, prompting a broad discussion about accessibility, exam integrity and regulatory guardrails.
Nikki England, a consultant who said she leads a group that works with campus operators, told the board she is working with a Tennessee school that wants to offer asynchronous theory delivery alongside on-campus practical training. "With the right regulatory guardrails asynchronous delivery for theory education can be just as effective as traditional models," England told board members while describing experience in other states and in other trades.
Corina Santoro, general manager for Milady's CEMA learning platform, demonstrated…
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