W. Va. Code R. § 3-16-5

Current through Register Vol. XLI, No. 45, November 8, 2024
Section 3-16-5 - Cosmetologist Apprentice Requirements
5.1. To obtain a cosmetologist license, a cosmetologist apprentice:
5.1.a. Shall complete 3,600 clock hours of apprenticeship training offered solely by a cosmetology apprenticeship provider at a licensed salon/shop or 2,600 clock hours by a cosmetology apprenticeship provider at a licensed salon/shop and 1,000 clock hours with an approved school of cosmetology.
5.1.b. Shall obtain a work permit from the Board immediately after completing apprenticeship hours and while waiting to take the examination. A work permit can only be issued if the applicant is registered for the upcoming examination and can only be renewed once.
5.1.c. Shall use Milady Cosmetology Textbook or Pivot Point Cosmetology Textbook, less than 5 years from published date, for apprenticeship theory work.
5.1.d. Shall successfully pass each chapter review examination with at least a 70%.
5.1.e. Shall complete apprenticeship program within 48 months of commencing studies.
5.1.f. Shall have direct supervision from the registered Apprenticeship Provider while performing services.
5.1.g. Shall work with Apprenticeship Provider to ensure accurate record keeping including, but not limited to, daily hours attended, number of customers serviced, hours spent learning theory, and other information to assist with ensuring completion of the apprentice program. A Board created and required records form will be issued to apprentice and Apprenticeship Provider. Tracking of hours, services, and education progress will be indicated on the form.
5.1.h. Shall keep all records on file at the salon/shop in which the apprentice is training for inspection by the Board or its agents.
5.1.i. Shall have access to all records pertaining to his/her apprenticeship within three days of request from the Apprenticeship Provider.
5.1.j. Shall submit to questions from Board's agent pertaining to sanitation steps and processes used.
5.1.k. Shall submit an application for registration for licensure to the Board after completing apprenticeship and passing the cosmetology examination.

W. Va. Code R. § 3-16-5