Jumpstart a Career in Cosmetology!
A New Pathway Offered by BCS
With the recent closure of the International Beauty School, Berkeley County Schools (BCS) moved quickly to acquire the space and equipment in order to offer cosmetology programming for interested high school juniors and seniors and help fill an important need in our community. This exciting new pathway reflects our continued commitment to expanding Career & Technical Education (CTE) opportunities for students across the district.
Center for Beauty & Cosmetology Studies Program Details
Two Certification Opportunities
Hair Stylist Certification
- A free two-year program open to rising juniors (Class of 2028) at Hedgesville High School, Martinsburg High School, Musselman High School, and Spring Mills High School.
- The program allows students to complete the required 1,000 hours needed to become a licensed hairstylist in West Virginia while still attending high school.
- Students would attend the Cosmetology Center for four class periods each morning during their junior year and three class periods each afternoon during their senior year.
Nail Technician Certification
- A free one-year program open to rising seniors (Class of 2027) at Hedgesville High School, Martinsburg High School, Musselman High School, and Spring Mills High School.
- Students would attend for three class periods each afternoon.
Bus transportation to and from the Cosmetology Center on 201 W. King Street will be provided by BCS.
To further support student scheduling and graduation requirements, BCS will offer embedded Senior English instruction for participating students through a virtual embedded course.
Informational Meetings
June 4, 2026
- Spring Mills High School LGI Room – 10:00 a.m.
- Hedgesville High School Library – 1:00 p.m.
June 5, 2026
- Musselman High School LGI Room – 10:00 a.m.
- Martinsburg High School Library – 1:00 p.m.
Students interested in applying for the program will receive additional information during the sessions listed above. Interviews will then be scheduled at each high school shortly afterward.
Berkeley County Schools
https://www.berkeleycountyschools.org