Virginia Cosmetology CE Courses (2026)
To renew your Cosmetology license in Virginia you need to satisfy the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR)'s continuing education (CE) requirement . Below is what the board requires and a comparison of course providers that offer qualifying CE. This is an unofficial guide — confirm any course is board-approved before you buy.
What Virginia requires for Cosmetology renewal
| CE hours required | No single fixed hour count — see details |
|---|---|
| Renewal cycle | 24 months |
| Governing body | Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR) |
The Board's regulations (18VAC41-20) do not impose any continuing education requirement for renewal of an individual cosmetologist license. Renewal requires payment of the renewal fee only; no CE hours are mandated.
Full Cosmetology renewal guide for Virginia (deadlines, fees & CE) →
Virginia Cosmetology CE course providers
- Elite Learning — Cosmetology CE
State-approved cosmetology CE packages built around each state's renewal topics.
- Milady Training (Cengage)
Continuing education and skills courses from the leading cosmetology education brand.
- 360training
Online cosmetology CE accepted in states that require continuing education for renewal.
Virginia Cosmetology CE courses: frequently asked questions
How many CE hours do I need to renew my Cosmetology license in Virginia?
Virginia does not set a single fixed CE-hour count for Cosmetology renewal. The Board's regulations (18VAC41-20) do not impose any continuing education requirement for renewal of an individual cosmetologist license. Renewal requires payment of the renewal fee only; no CE hours are mandated.
Do online Cosmetology CE courses count in Virginia?
Online courses generally count when the provider is approved by or recognized by the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR). Always confirm a course is accepted before you buy it.
Where do I report my Virginia Cosmetology CE?
Virginia generally has you attest to CE at renewal and keep your own documentation in case of an audit. Confirm the current process with the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR).
Requirement last verified 2026-06-01 from the Virginia Board for Barbers and Cosmetology (Department of Professional and Occupational Regulation, DPOR). Always confirm current rules with the board before relying on this.