Cosmetology
COSMETOLOGY
CREDIT, CERTIFICATIONS, COURSE INFORMATION, AND PATHWAYS
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Students receive 2 high school elective credits each year for successful completion of the program.
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- Virginia Board of Cosmetology licensure examination
- Virginia Workplace Readiness Skills Assessment
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Class: Cosmetology I
State Code: 8527
Duration: 1 year
Grade(s): 10-12
Time(s): AM or PM
Class: Cosmetology II
State Code: 8528
Duration: 1 year
Grade(s): 10-12
Credential(s): State Cosmetology License
Time(s): AM or PM
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Hairdresser, Stylist, Cosmetologist
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Provide beauty services, such as shampooing, cutting, coloring, and styling hair, and massaging and treating scalp. May apply makeup, dress wigs, perform hair removal, and provide nail and skin care services.
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National Wage Average: $23,120.00
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Virginia Wage Average: $29,230.00
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Projected Job Growth in Virginia: 10.9%
Manicurist, Pedicurist
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Clean and sanitize tools and work environment. Advise clients on nail care and use of products. Maintain supply inventories and client services. Treat nails and skin, shape nails and apply color and details.
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National Wage Average: $40,000
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Virginia Wage Average: $28,000
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Projected Job Growth in Virginia: 11%
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Nationally, 85,000 jobs increase each year for next 10 years
Skincare Specialist
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Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.
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National Wage Average: $31,000..00
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Virginia Wage Average: $33,000.00
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Projected Job Growth in Virginia: 12%
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