COURSES OFFERED

COSMETOLOGY – 1500 HOURS

Cosmetology is an art, science, and a business.  It is a program of clearly defined objectives to train the student in the basic manipulative skills, safety judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary to obtain licensure and for competency in entry-level positions in cosmetology or related career fields. 

NAIL TECHNOLOGY - 150 CLOCK HOURS

Nail Care is a program of clearly defined objectives and competencies intended to provide training in all phases of nail care and the application of artificial nails.  Students mastering standard state requirements will be eligible to sit for a state board examination and upon passing will be ready for immediate employment.

COSMETOLOGY/NAIL TECHNICIAN INSTRUCTOR – 500 Hours

The purpose of the Instructor Course is to train the student in the basic teaching skills, educational judgments, proper work habits, and desirable attitudes necessary for competency in entry level employment as an instructor in their respective field.  This course gives instruction in the development of methods of teaching, curriculum design, and laboratory management.  Upon successful completion of this program, documentation will be submitted to the Virginia Board of Cosmetology.  With the Boards approval of the documentation the student will be issued a License as an instructor in the area of their current licensure.

WAX TECHNICIAN COURSE – 115 Hours

The wax technician course is 115 hours of training in the processes of body waxing.  Students must master standard state requirements and prove their ability to work safely with waxing and tweezing procedures before being eligible to sit for the state board test.  Upon passing the state board theory and practical exam students will then apply for their license and upon receiving their license they will be ready for immediate employment.