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West Virginia Cosmetology Licensing Requirements
In order to obtain a license in Barbering, Cosmetology, Esthetics or Nail Technology in the state of West Virginia, individuals must complete the requirements listed below. Other requirements may apply.
Barber: 1800 hours
Cosmetologist: 2000 hours
Esthetician: 600 hours
Nail Technologist: 400 hours
Licensing Fee Schedule: (Fees subject to change)
Fee schedule applies to all fields.
Application and Exam Fee: $25
License Fee: $25
Annual License Renewal Fee: $25
Reciprocity Fee: $50
Continuing Education Requirements:
Reciprocity:
Reciprocity is granted to those individuals with the same or greater requirements as those of West Virginia’s; however, an individual with fewer than those hours may receive credit of 300 hours for every year of practical experience. Total work experience that may be accepted cannot exceed 50% of the required hours, and must have been acquired within the past 5 years.
Contact Information:
West Virginia State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
1716 Pennsylvania Ave., #7
Charleston, WV 25302
304-558-3450
www.wvdhhr.org/bph/wvbc/mission.htm
