Cosmetology

Cosmetology students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to pass the Virginia Board of Registered Professional Hairdressers examination for licensing. Graduates are expected to take the state examination. Students who complete this program successfully and pass their licensure examinations have the skills and knowledge needed for the following entry-level jobs: manicurist, salon receptionist, shampoo technician, and licensed cosmetologist. This two-year program of study begins in 11th grade and includes:

• Nutrition and Wellness
• Life Planning
• Cosmetology 1
• Cosmetology 2

Note: Applications for this program are open for rising 11th grade students.

Program Type

Transport Program – Students participating in this program attend all core classes, non-CTE classes, and activities at their zoned school. A PWCS bus transports students between their zoned school and the program school daily, returning in time to ride their regular bus home.

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View course sequencing and additional program information in the course catalog.

• Cosmetology Program Information

Program Locations

• Unity Reed High School

  Information Meetings

  November 20, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at Unity Reed HS

  January 15, 2026, 6:30 p.m. at Unity Reed HS

  Attendance Areas

  Battlefield HS, Brentsville District HS, Gainesville HS, Hylton HS, Osbourn Park HS, Patriot HS, and Unity Reed HS

  Specialty Program Coordinator

  Katie Hodgson

  Phone: 703-365-2900

  Email: [email protected]

• Woodbridge High School

  Information Meetings

  November 17, 2025, 6:30 p.m. at Woodbridge HS 

  January 15, 2026, 6:30 p.m. at Woodbridge HS

  Attendance Areas

  Colgan HS, Forest Park HS, Freedom HS, Gar-Field HS, Potomac HS, and Woodbridge HS

  Specialty Program Coordinator

  Kimberly Geck

  Phone: 703-497-8000

  Email: [email protected]