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Cosmetology
The Cosmetology program prepares students to become the creative, well-trained professionals demanded by today's beauty industry. The Professional Cosmetologist will be trained with entry-level skills relating to hair, nails and skin with an emphasis on hygiene, sanitation, customer relations and salon management. The program provides the Cosmetologist with theory and skills-training in basic haircutting, hairstyling, and hair coloring. In addition to training on related hair services, nail and skin care will be introduced and implemented. Graduates are eligible to take the licensing examination from the West Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists.
Beginning July 1st, the August 2025 class will start TABE testing. Successful candidates will interview in August 2025.
This is a Day time program. Class meets Monday - Friday 7:30am to 2:00pm
Depending on weather class usually takes time off in June and starts back early July.
This 1800 hour program can be completed in about 19 months. (315 School days)
The class is offered twice per year. Start times very depending on current schedule
Our next start date will be in August 2025. TABE testing will start after July 1, 2025.
Per the US Bureau of Labor Statistics May, 2023:
Number of available jobs as of 2023 - 649,400
Job Outlook from 2023 to 2033 - 7% growth (Faster than average)
Median Pay 2023 - $35,080 per year or $18.71 per hour
Students sit for their WV Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists license upon completion.
Financial Aid
The Cosmetology program qualifies for Pell, Heaps, VA, WIOA and WV Vocational Rehabilitation. These are Grants not Loans. ACT does not offer in any student loan options.
Satisfactory Academic Progress
To meet SAP, a student must:
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Maintain a continuous "C" average.
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Attend at least 90% of the program hours for each grading period.
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Maintain a continuous 90% attendance rate for the program.
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Complete the course within the originally scheduled course hours.
Refund Policy
During the first enrollment period 1 to 900 hours
There is no refund for fees after the start of class! There is a 100% refund on tuition during the first five days of the program! There is a 50% refund on tuition during day 6 thru day 10 of the program! After day 10 of the program there is No Refund!!
During the second enrollment period 901 to 1800 hours
There is No Refund once the second enrollment period starts!
Enrollment Procedures
Printable Enrollment Check Sheet
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Prerequisites
Must be 18 years old (within 6 weeks of the start of the class)
High school diploma or WV approved equivalent
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Start Here
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Schedule your free TABE required entrance exam after July 1, 2025
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Receive an email for day/time to test. (Check spam/junk folder)
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Complete your Financial Aid Applications.
For Pell Grant visit:
www.fafsa.ed.gov ACT's ID 015748 Complete 25-26 application
For HEAPS Grant visit: (fill out AFTER July 1, 2025)
https://wvhepc.org/secure/apps/applications/heaps/welcome.aspx
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Note: FAFSA applications can take up to 10 business days to be processed by the Department of Education.
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Next Steps
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Successfully complete the TABE exam and the required 12 hours.
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You will be contacted for interview once the 12 hours is complete.
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Attend an interview with the Cosmetology Coordinator.
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Receive an acceptance letter from the Cosmetology Coordinator.
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If needed, you must supply any and all required documentation to verify your financial aid application.
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Schedule an appointment with Melani Hylton to register for class.
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Final Steps
Bring the following to your registration appointment:
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High school diploma or WV approved equivalent
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Social Security card
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Photo ID
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Non-refundable registration $240 (must be exact change/check)
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Certificate of Health Form
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Board of Cosmetology application including a 2" x 2" photo
During your registration appointment you will:
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Complete an Adult Registration form.
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Register for a background check.
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Apply for the ACE Advantage grant. (If you qualify)
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Sign a cost sheet and agree to all school polices.
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If applicable, sign a financial aid award letter.
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Start Class
Salon Information
Our Salon
We are open Tuesday thru Friday
From 8:30 am to 1:00 pm
Please call (304) 256-4669
for your appointment
NAIL CARE
Basic Manicure $7
Spa Manicure $10
Shellac Manicure $15
Paraffin Dip $2
Nail Art (per nail) $1
Polish Change Only $10
Shellac Polish $+10
Spa Pedicure $20
Acrylic Nails (full set) $20
Plexigel Nails (full set) $20
Plexigel and Shellac Polish $30
Fill In (Acrylic) $7
(Gel) $10
Nail Repair (per nail) $3
Nail Removal $5
WAXING
Eyebrow Shaping (begin at) $5
Chin Wax (begin at) $5
Lip Wax (begin at) $5
Eyebrows, Lip & Chin Wax $15
Leg Wax per leg(knee to ankle) $20
per leg (thigh) $25
FACIAL
Basic Facial $20
Make-up Application $5
HAIRCUTS
(Includes Shampoo & Conditioner)
Haircut $8
Haircut & Blow Dry $10
Haircut, Blow Dry & Flat Iron $20
STYLES
Shampoo, Conditioner & Blow Dry $5
(Is included in the following)
Roller set or Curling Iron $10
Flat Iron (Short) $10
(Medium) $12
(Long) $15
Wrap and Flat Iron $12
Special Occasion Style $20
Finger Wave $10
Corn Rows (Starting at) $15
Two Strand Twist (Per Twist) $30
Deep Conditioning $5 - $15
COLOR
(Includes Style)
Color starting at $25
Full Head Foils 1 Color (Short) $30
(Medium) $35
(Long) $40
Full Head Foils 2 Color (Short) $40
(Medium) $45
(Long) $50
Half Head Foils (Short) $25
(Medium) $30
(Long) $35
Top of Head Foils (Short) $20
(Medium) $25
(Long) $30
(Balayage, Ombre, Tease, Ect.) Starting at $50
Additional Product or Toner
Per Bowl $10
CHEMICAL TEXTURE
(Includes Style)
Permanent Wave $30
Long Hair Spiral Wrap $50
Long Hair Piggy Back Wrap $50
Long Hair Creative Technique $50
Relaxer $30 and up
Texture Release $50 and up
Curl Reformation $40