Cosmetology Schools near Richmond / Petersburg, VA
To become a cosmetologist in Virginia, Richmond and Petersburg may be great places to start. Virginia is so proud of its wedding industry that they even recommend it on their state website, which, combined with the many salons and spas in these cities, means you can have the cosmetology career of your dreams.
Cosmetologists in the Richmond area, including Petersburg, earned a mean salary of $37,960 per year ($18.25 per hour) in 2019. Virginia anticipates cosmetology jobs will grow by 11% between 2016 and 2026.
To earn a cosmetology license in Virginia, you must complete 1,500 hours of training or 3,000 hours as an apprentice, plus pass a written and practical exam. The Richmond and Petersburg area schools below can help you achieve these requirements.
Program: Cosmetology
Program: Cosmetology
Program: Cosmetology
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Another Level Barbering and Cosmetology School – Accredited
Petersburg, VA 23803
Golden Opportunities Beauty And Barber Academy – Accredited
Midlothian, VA 23112
Hair Fashions Salon & Beauty Academy – Accredited
Aylett, VA 23009
Innocent Beauty Collections Academy – Accredited
North Chesterfield, VA 23235
Kingdom Kuts Christian Cosmetology School – Accredited
Wakefield, VA 23867
You must attend a school that meets any licensure requirements as defined by your state. Most states require that you graduate from an accredited or state-approved school.
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