Our Skills Assessment is based on observation, testing, and general evaluation. It was designed to make it possible for individuals to receive fair credit for their knowledge and skills. This evaluation is used for:

1. Licensed Vermont cosmetologists who would like to acquire their barbering license
2. Cosmetologists who have let their license lapse, or
3. Transfers from othercosmetology schools wanting to enroll at O'Briens.

The evaluator will choose, at his/her discretion, the appropriate number of hours needed to sit for the state exam. A Skills Assessment may last 2 to 4 hours. The fee is based on $50 per hour.

If the cosmetologist decides to pursue a barber's license, s/he must contract for a minimum of 400 hours; the number of hours needed will be determined by the evaluator.

Upon enrollment into the program, a schedule will be made up and modified based on the school's discretion.

• Application Fee $50
• Enrollment Fee $50
• Books/Materials $450
• Kit/Materials--(whatever is needed to practice skills)
• Lab coat/Shirt Fee $50
• Tuition: hourly, based on hours needed

Please inquire about our payment plans. You must choose a payment plan or apply for financial aid prior to or at the time of enrollment.