West Virginiaesthetician license & exam requirements
NIC national examHow to get licensed as an aesthetician in West Virginia: training hours, board exam format, vendor, and how to prepare — researched from the official West Virginia board.
- License
- Aesthetician
- Training hours
- 600
- Written exam
- NIC national exam
- Exam vendor
- DL Roope Administrations
Exam details & notes
Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists uses NIC exams administered by DL Roope: NIC written theory (WV is on DL Roope's shared multi-state NIC written CIB with ID/ME/MT/NC/NH/WI) plus NIC esthetics practical (board publishes the WV esthetics practical exam packet). NIC standard pass 75. No separate state-law exam published. Statutory basis WV Code §30-27. CE for aestheticians eliminated effective 5/8/2022 (renewal quirk).
Preparing for the West Virginia exam
PrepTempo's Esthetician course covers the NIC national theory core — infection control, skin sciences, skin analysis, and treatments. That's exactly what West Virginia's NIC exam tests. Study your West Virginia law-and-rules section from the board on top of the core.
Free esthetician practice questions →West Virginia esthetician license FAQ
Does West Virginia use the NIC esthetician exam?
Yes. West Virginia uses the NIC national esthetics theory examination, administered by DL Roope.
How many training hours does West Virginia require for an esthetician license?
600
How do I get an esthetician license in West Virginia?
Complete the required training hours (600), satisfy the written exam requirement (NIC national exam, vendor DL Roope), and apply through the West Virginia board. Always confirm current rules on the official board site.
Where can I practice for the West Virginia esthetician or cosmetology-related board exam?
PrepTempo's Esthetician State Board course covers the NIC national theory core (infection control, skin science, analysis, and treatments) with free sample questions and free Chapter 1. Study West Virginia law-and-rules from your board on top of the core.
Official sources
Educational information only, researched July 2026 — not legal or licensing advice. Requirements change; confirm with the West Virginia board. PrepTempo is not affiliated with any state board, the National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC), or any exam vendor, and they do not endorse this product.