Good afternoon 

  I have been an Practicing cosmetologist in Va. For 30 years or more.I feel the hours should stay where it is. This Profession has become very non professional at the hands of the state regulators board. You all never inspect salons. you don’t regulate  licensing of stylists  . and you allow hair to be practiced in residential housing. and allow non- licensed people to advertise on booking sites such as style seat- and Groupon. Further hurting  the industry. The public deserves Qualified and well Educated Professionals to insure a quality product.  Changing the curriculum and hours would not ensure the best Educated Professional ready to  hit the ground running . A prepared stylist need floor hours and proper application techniques. And a high quality of theory hours To Be ready to serve our Public. I feel the process we have in place fits and address the needs  to  Embark  into a successful Cosmetology Career. 

  Thanks