State Cosmetology Licensing Information

Find out what it takes to get your cosmetology license!

Find out what it takes to certified as a cosmetologist, barber, nail technician, esthetician, makeup artist or other beauty professional in your state. Cosmetology licensing requirements vary from state to state, and there is no national regulatory standard. This means that if you move, you will need to undergo a transfer process that may call for you to update your education to keep your cosmetology license.

Each state licensing page lists the different beauty certifications available, the training hours required for each, whether apprenticeship is permitted to complete those training hours, contact information for the licensing board, any special age or education requirements, continuing education requirements, and information about reciprocity, endorsement or transfer.

The licensing and regulatory information for each state is the latest data that BeautySchool.com has on file. We make every effort to contact each state's licensing agency every 6 to 12 months to ensure we have the latest information possible. Hours and minimum requirements are subject to change at any time, so always be sure to double check information with the appropriate state board of cosmetology or licensing agency if you have additional questions.

The information listed under each state's cosmetology licensing requirements is the latest data that BeautySchool.com has on file. Hours and minimum requirements are subject to change at any time. Please contact the appropriate state board of cosmetology and licensing agencies if you have additional questions.