The state may refuse to grant a license if a student has been convicted of a crime; committed any act involving dishonesty, fraud, or deceit; or committed any act that, if committed by a licentiate of the business or profession in question, would be grounds for the Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation to deny licensure. The Virginia Department of Professional & Occupational Regulation denies licensure on the grounds that the applicant knowingly made a false statement of fact required to be revealed in the application for such license. The board may deny any application for additional reasons, as listed in 18VAC41-20-280. Rudy & Kelly Academy, A Paul Mitchell Partner School is not responsible for students denied licensure.
state licensing requirements
- Disclose any felony convictions within 10 years of the application date
- Provide copies of any disciplinary action taken in Virginia or other jurisdictions
- Disclose your physical address
- Sign a statement certifying that you have read and understand the Virginia barber and cosmetology license laws
- Pass the board-approved written and practical exam
- Exam Eligibility requires completion of an approved training program
- Submit a license application and fee