Demonstrate professional competence by showing evidence of experience in cosmetology and/or an education or business background.
Prove financial backing exists that will allow for the cost of constructing and equipping a school. Purchase a $100,000 surety performance bond made payable to the Virginia Board to enable refunds to students in the event of default by the school. Include a profit and loss statement certified by a licensed accountant.
Purchase or build a facility that is capable of teaching at least 50 students.
Provide a copy of the proposed floor plan that has at least two classrooms for each cosmetology profession that will be taught, and a demonstration room.
Provide a statement from the state Fire Marshal that certifies the premises, floor plan and equipment are safe.
Create a list of the experience and training of each owner and manager. List the names of licensed instructors.
Create an operating plan.
Show copies of proposed student contracts, recordkeeping sheets and advertising.
Establish a plan for student recordkeeping.
Install the minimum required equipment.
Maintain an admissions office.
Hire at least 3 licensed master instructors.
Require all students to attend at least 80 percent of the classes.
Require uniforms for both students and teachers.
Make sure that there is cross-ventilation in the school.
Ensure clean, sanitary conditions as mandated by the state of West Virginia.
Have premises inspected by a licensed electrician.
Frame a copy of the sanitary rules and post in a conspicuous place.