Students receive up to 3 high school elective credits each year for successful completion of the program. Passage of the certification exam will award the student 2 student-verified elective credits, one of which can be substituted for a verified credit in either science or history.
Virginia Board of Cosmetology licensure examination
Virginia Workplace Readiness Skills Assessment
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
Institute of Advanced Medical Esthetics
Career Opportunity: Hairdresser, Stylist, Cosmetologist
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.
National Wage Average: $23,120.00
Virginia Wage Average: $29,230.00
Projected Job Growth in Virginia: 10.9%
Career Opportunity: Manicurist, Pedicurist
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.
National Wage Average: $40,000
Virginia Wage Average: $28,000
Projected Job Growth in Virginia: 11%
Nationally, 85,000 jobs increase each year for next 10 years
Career Opportunity: Skincare Specialist
Provide skincare treatments to face and body to enhance an individual's appearance. Includes electrologists and laser hair removal specialists.
National Wage Average: $31,000..00
Virginia Wage Average: $33,000.00
Projected Job Growth in Virginia: 12%