Esthetician state requirements are different based on the location your work and live. The guide below will provide you the very basics of what you need to look into to become a successful working esthetician. Make sure to check your state guidelines for the most up to date information.
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Alabama Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old
Training
1,000 clock hours or 2,000 hours under supervision of licensed esthetician, Theory and Practical exams
Instructor License
12th grade education, Hold a valid license, 1 year in practice + 650 hours licensed or registered in school OR 1,500-hour teacher training course exams
Renewal
Renewed in odd-number years during esthetician's birth month, $80
Reciprocity
Request certification to be sent from current state, wait two weeks to contact board for paperwork to fill out and to be notified of any required exams, $100 fee
CEUs
8 hours, 16 hours for instructor
State Board
Alabama Board of Cosmetology
(800) 815-7453
cosmetology@aboc.alabama.gov
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Alaska Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; High school education or equivalent
Training
350 school hours or 350 hours of apprenticeship program training; Written and practical exams
Instructor License
Hold a valid license, 1 year in practice + 3 years of practice OR 1 year of practice in another state and 600 hours of student instructor training, Pass written and practical exams
Renewal
Renew by Aug. 31 of odd-numbered years; $140 fee; $220 instructor fee
Reciprocity
Current license must be in a state with equivalent requirements; 1 year of full-time employment + 1500 school hours OR 2 years of full-time employment
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Alaska Board of Barbers & Hairdressers
(907) 465-2547
license@alaska.gov
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Arizona Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 23 years old; 2 years of high school education or equivalent
Training
500 hours, Theory and Practical exams
Instructor License
23 years old or high school equivalency; Holds a professional license; 650 hours professional experience
Renewal
Every year on the licensee’s birthday; $30 fee
Reciprocity
Fill out application provided by Board; Certification of hours and proof of graduation or license from US state or foreign country to reflect school hours and initial and final dates of license; $110 fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Arizona State Board of Cosmetology
(480) 784-4539
azboard@azboc.gov
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Arkansas Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old; 10th grade education or equivalent
Training
600 hours; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
Hold a professional license; Minimum of 600 instructor training hours over a minimum of 4 months; Registered as instructor-trainee with the Department
Renewal
Every 2 years; $50 fee
Reciprocity
Licensee requests that current state send a certification of license record be sent to the Cosmetology Section; Provide certification of exam record and proof of training; $150 fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Arkansas State Board of Cosmetology
(501) 682-2168
kelli.kersey@arkansas.gov
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California Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old, 10th grade education or equivalent
Training
1600 school hours or 3200 hour apprenticeship program, or externship program; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
Hold a valid license, certification through post-secondary education
Renewal
Every 2 years; Expires at midnight on last day of month of issuance; $50 fee
Reciprocity
Provide proof of current license; Must have been active for 3 of the past 5 years, without any disciplinary actions having been taken; $40 fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology
(800) 952-5210
barbercosmo@dca.ca.gov
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Colorado Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old
Training
20 credit hours (600 clock hours); Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
Cosmetology License + 2 Years Experience
Renewal
Renew by Aug. 31 of odd-numbered years; $140 fee; $220 instructor fee
Reciprocity
Renew by March 31 of even-numbered years; $26; $41 instructor fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Colorado Office of Barber and Cosmetology
(303) 894-7800
dora_registrations@state.co.us
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Connecticut Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
Completion of at least an 8th grade education or its equivalent
Training
1,500 hours
Instructor License
Obtain a license in order to become cosmetology instructors, complete the cosmetology instructor examination ($20)
Renewal
Every two years, and there is a fee of $100 to renew a license
Reciprocity
Equivalent training and testing in their home state, written exam ($100)
CEUs
10 continuing education credits
State Board
Connecticut Board of Cosmetology
(860) 509-7603
dph.hairdresserteam@ct.gov
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Delaware Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old
Training
Training 1,500 hours / 3000 apprentice hours; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
Hold a professional license; 500-hour teacher training course OR 2 years’ experience with 250 hours of teacher training
Renewal
Renew by March 31 of even-numbered years
Reciprocity
proof of current license in US state, District of Columbia or US territory with similar standards for license
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
State of Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering
(302) 744-4500
customerservice.dpr@state.de.us
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Florida Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old; received high school diploma or equivalent
Training
260 hours; Written exam
Instructor License
Attend a cosmetology school that offers a certification program
Renewal
Renew by October 31 (Group 1 licenses in even-numbered years / Group 2 licenses in odd-numbered years); $55 fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity program; Home state must offer similar education and test requirements
CEUs
16 hours of board-approved CEUs
State Board
Florida Board of Cosmetology
(850) 487-1395
call.center@dbpr.state.fl.us
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Georgia Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; must have good moral character
Training
1000 hours / 2000 hours apprenticeship; Written and practical exams
Instructor License
Hold a current license at esthetician or master level; High school diploma or G.E.D; 500-hour board-approved instructor training in esthetics of at least 9 months; One year work experience at esthetician or master level; Written and Practical exams
Renewal
Every 2 years; on March 31 of even numbered years; $50
Reciprocity
submit reciprocity application to Georgia Board of Cosmetology; verify license in home state and proof of training hours
CEUs
5 CEUs/ 2 years
State Board
Georgia Board of Cosmetology
(404) 656-2881
http://sos.ga.gov//cgi-bin/EmailTrades2ED.asp
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Hawaii Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years of age; High school education or equivalent
Training
600 Hours / 1200 Apprenticeship
Instructor License
Hold a current license; One year of work experience; No less than 600 hours (or 4 months) of beauty school instructor training; *If training isn’t equivalent, the applicant can provide proof of one year of instructor experience
Renewal
Every 2 years; December 31 of odd-numbered years; $100 fee
Reciprocity
Must show proof of similar/equivalent testing and education requirements to those of HI
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Hawaii Licensing Area: Barbering and Cosmetology
(808) 586-3000
barber_cosm@dcca.hawaii.gov
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Idaho Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16.5 years of age; Finished at least two years of high school or equivalent
Training
600 Hours / 1200 Apprenticeship; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
Hold a current license; Complete six-month teacher’s course of instruction in a school of cosmetology OR two years of work experience in a registered cosmetology establishment and a 3-month teacher’s course of instruction in a school of cosmetology
Renewal
Every year on licensee’s birthday; $20 fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity program; Must have had an active license for 3 of the last 5 years; Proof of having taken practical and written exam; Meet Idaho training requirements; Qualify for endorsement
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Idaho Board of Cosmetology
(208) 334-3233
cos@ibol.idaho.gov
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Illinois Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years of age; At least an 8th grade education with a high school diploma or equivalent, or take the Ability to Benefit test
Training
750 hours/ 25 credit hour equivalency
Instructor License
500 hour teacher- training program with 2 years’ experience*Must use 750 hours/ 25 credit hour equivalency of instruction
Renewal
Expires on September 30 of every even-numbered year
Reciprocity
Provide official certification of licensure from the Illinois board of cosmetology showing home state of current license and practice
CEUs
14 CEUs; 24 CEUs for instructors
State Board
Ill Department of Financial & Professional Regulation- Cosmetology
(888) 473-4858
FPR.PRFGROUP1@illinois.gov
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Indiana Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 18 years of age; At least 10th grade education or equivalent
Training
700 hours
Instructor License
18 years old and possess a high school degree, 1,000 credit hours in an approved beauty instructor program and achieved at least a 70 percent passing score on the written and practical licensing exam
Renewal
Every 4 years on August 1
Reciprocity
Current license must meet the same standards that Indiana requires OR have a minimum of 1000 hours of training, plus 5 years of work history; $40 fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
INDIANA STATE BOARD OF COSMETOLOGY AND BARBER EXAMINERS
(317) 234-3031
pla12@pla.in.gov
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Iowa Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
Must have a high school diploma or GED
Training
600 hours; Written Exam
Instructor License
High school diploma or equivalent; Hold a current license; Complete 1,000-hour instructor training OR have practiced for two years within six months prior to applying for licensure; Complete Advanced Instructors Institute training
Renewal
Every 2 years, on December 31 of even-numbered years; $50 fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity arrangements with other states; Licensure through endorsement is an option; Each application for transfer is reviewed by the Iowa board of cosmetology on a case by case basis; Applicants’ home state must have similar or equivalent licensing requirements to those of Iowa
CEUs
8 CEUs; Instructors: 8 CEUs, plus 8 hours in teaching methodology
State Board
Iowa Bureau of Professional Licensure
(515) 281-0254
idph.iowa.gov/Contact-Us/Email/Subject/11
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Kansas Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; High school graduate, or equivalent
Training
1000 hours
Instructor License
Hold a current license; Work experience for one year prior to licensure and 300 hours of instructor training OR completed 450 hours of instructor training; Esthetician Instructor exam, administered by board
Renewal
Every 2 years in the month of original licensure; $45 fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity program; Complete the out of state application from the Kansas board of cosmetology; If applicant meets the requirements, he or she must complete a 20-question open book exam; $50 fee
CEUs
Instructors: 20 CEUs
State Board
Kansas Board of Cosmetology
(785) 296-3155
kboc@kboc.ks.gov
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Kentucky Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
12th grade education
Training
1000 hours
Instructor License
Apprentice Instructor:-Hold a current license-12th grade education or equivalent-1,000 hours-Written and Practical exam-NIC National Instructor exam-To become an apprentice instructor; Dual Cosmetology/Esthetic Instructor:-Hold a current license-Complete
Renewal
Renewed every year, between July 1 and 31; $20 fee
Reciprocity
Out of state applicants must have their home state board of cosmetology send the correct state certificate; Applicant will need to fill out the application and submit it. Applicants may be required to take the Kentucky written or practical board exams
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Kentucky Board of Hairdressers and Cosmetologists
(502) 564-4262
julie.campbell@ky.gov
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Louisiana Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old; 10th grade high school education
Training
750 hours
Instructor License
500 hours of instructor curriculum; Exams:-Instructor Qualities-Learning Environment
Renewal
Every year on licensee’s birthday; $25 fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity program with Texas, Kansas, Hawaii, Florida, Colorado, Connecticut, Wisconsin, Vermont, Tennessee, New York, Minnesota, Michigan, Massachusetts or Maryland. Out of state applicants will need to take: NIC Exam ($25), State Theory Exam ($25) Practical exam ($25); $50 reciprocity license fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Louisiana Board of Cosmetology
(866) 257-7901
jackie.burdette@la.gov
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Maine Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; 10th grade education
Training
600 hours / 1000 hours Apprenticeship; Exam
Instructor License
High school diploma or equivalent; Hold a valid license; 1,500 hours of work experience within 3 years preceding the date of application* up to 500 hours may be substituted with 100 hours for each college credit earned.
Renewal
Annually on October 31; $50 fee
Reciprocity
Licensure by endorsement offered if licensees’ home state has similar training hour requirements and board exams; Applicant may be required to take Maine’s board exam if his or her state doesn’t have similar licensing requirements
CEUs
14 CEUs
State Board
Maine Barbering and Cosmetology Licensing
(207) 624-8579
barbercosm.program@maine.gov
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Maryland Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; 9th grade education or GED
Training
600 school hours / 12-month apprenticeship; Practical and Theory exams
Instructor License
Every 2 years on license expiration date; $25 fee
Renewal
Must provide certification that license was obtained under the same standards,; Must be in good standing; License must be current; Must be eligible for licensure by endorsement
Reciprocity
None
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Maryland Division of Occupational and Professional Licensing
(410) 230-6320
cos@dllr.state.md.us
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Massachusetts Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; 10th grade education
Training
300 hours; Practical and Written exams
Instructor License
2 years of experience; Minimum of 2 years experience as a junior assistant instructor; Must file an application with the Board accompanied by required fees; Achieve a passing score on a practical and written examination satisfactory to the Board
Renewal
Renew license 1 year after taking exam; Then, renew every 2 years by the licensee’s birthday; $68 fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity accepted from other states; Take the MA’s written and practical board exams ($120); $135 for transfer application; $68 for the license
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Massachusetts Board of Registration of Cosmetologists
(617) 727-9940
cosmetology@aboc.alabama.gov
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Michigan Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; Minimum of a 9th grade education
Training
400 hours (6-month apprenticeship)
Instructor License
500-hour cosmetology instructor program or 300-hour instructor program pertaining to esthetics; Exam
Renewal
First year license is valid through the upcoming August; Then, renewed every 2 years by the end of August; $48
Reciprocity
Training and testing requirements in home state must be substantially equal to Michigan’s requirements; If the states’ requirements aren’t similar, licensee’s may be required to take additional training hours, and the Michigan written and practical exams; $39 fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Michigan Department of Licensing and Regulatory Affairs
(517) 241-9288
bcslic@michigan.gov
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Minnesota Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
12th grade education or have a G.E.D.
Training
600 hours; Exam
Instructor License
Hold a current license; Completion of MN Board-approved 38-hour instructor training course; Passing results from exams, not more than one year old:-MN Practical exam-MN Instructor Laws and Rules Written exam-General Instructor written exam; At least 1,400
Renewal
Every 3 years, with the end of year marking each year; $81; $114 fee for instructors
Reciprocity
Current state must show verification of licensure, high school diploma, completion of exams and an application for reciprocity; $39 fee *Verification letter is valid up to 90 days* If licensee is short on required hours, he or she may make up the difference with training hours in either the home state or Minnesota
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Minnesota Board of Cosmetologist Examiners
(651) 201-2742
bce.board@state.mn.us
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Mississippi Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; Must be able to read, write and speak English; Must have a high school education of its equivalent
Training
600 hours (At Least 15 Weeks); Exam
Instructor License
Hold an Esthetician License; 600 hours for applicants with 2+ years work experience OR 1,000 hours for applicants with less than 2 years experience
Renewal
Every 2 years
Reciprocity
Submit an application of intent to apply for licensure; Have a record of training and license status sent from the home state to the Mississippi Board of Cosmetology; Appear before the board for a credentialing interview; Determined on a case-by-case basis
CEUs
16 CEUs; 24 CEUs for instructors
State Board
Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology
(601) 359-1820
lmontgomery@msbc.state.ms.us
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Missouri Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
17 years old; At least a 10th grade education or a G.E.D. certificate
Training
750 hours (1500-hour apprenticeship)
Instructor License
600 hours of instructor training OR 3 years of experience and 300 hours of instructor training; Passing score (75%) on Written and Oral exams
Renewal
Every 2 years, on September 30 of odd-numbered years; $30 fee
Reciprocity
Depends on home states’ training hours in comparison to those of Missouri; NIC testing required for all transfers
CEUs
Only required for instructors
State Board
Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Board of Cosmetology and Barbers Examiners
(866) 762-9432
cosbar@pr.mo.gov
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Montana Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 18 years old; Have a high school diploma or G.E.D
Training
650 hours
Instructor License
650-hour teacher training course OR at least 3 years of work experience; Applicant has two years to complete board-approved coursework in order for license to teach to be renewed
Renewal
Every 2 years in the licensing month; $80 fee; $95 fee for instructors
Reciprocity
Pass both the national NIC written and practical exams; Hold an active license from home state
CEUs
15 every year, totaling 30 per license period; For instructors, 30 every year, totaling 60 per license period
State Board
Montana Department of Labor and Industry; Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
(406) 841-2205
dlibsdcos@mt.gov
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Nebraska Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; Have a high school diploma or G.E.D.; Complete a basic first aid class
Training
600 hours; Written exam
Instructor License
Hold a current esthetician license in Nebraska;; Ability to identify/respond to emergency situations related to the practice of esthetics; Complete 300 hours of esthetics instructor training; must be earned exclusively in either a school of cosmetology
Renewal
Every 2 years, renew by Sept. 30 of even years
Reciprocity
Have completed at least 2100 training hours and state issued exam from home state; If short of 2100 hours, work experience or additional training hours may be considered; $95
CEUs
8 CEUs every 2 years
State Board
Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services- Cosmetology
(402) 471-2117
Kris.Chiles@nebraska.gov
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Nevada Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 18 years old; 10th grade education or equivalent
Training
900 hours
Instructor License
Current License, 1,000 credit hours
Renewal
Every 2 years on licensee’s birthday; Pass online infection control test (watch video and answer questions); $70 fee
Reciprocity
Hold a license in good standing from home state; Provide proof of passing NIC written exam; Take Nevada law exam
CEUs
30 cosmetology CEUs
State Board
Nevada Cosmetology Board
(702) 486-6542
nvcosmbd@govmail.state.nv.us
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New Hampshire Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
12th grade education or GED equivalent; Must possess a good professional character
Training
600 hours (1200-hour Apprenticeship); Exam
Instructor License
State License, complete 800 hours of instructor training, or complete one year of licensed cosmetology work combined with 500 hours of instructor training. Your third option is to complete eight years of licensed experience with no additional training
Renewal
Every 2 years, in licensee’s birth month; $40 fee
Reciprocity
Must have an equivalent or higher number of training hours from home state than NH requires; Passed written and practical national exam in English; If short on training hours, licensee must possess twice the amount of hours of work experience, or take additional training hours
CEUs
28 CEUs for cosmetology instructors
State Board
New Hampshire Cosmetology Board
(603) 271-3608
kira.hageman@nh.gov
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New Jersey Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; High school diploma or equivalent
Training
600 hours; Exam
Instructor License
Hold a license issued by the Board; Completion of 500-hour teacher training; Completion of 30-hour teaching methods course, or equivalent course; Six months of employment in a licensed shop within this state; Pass an examination administered by the Board
Renewal
Every 2 years, renew by Sept. 30 of even-numbered years; $60 fee
Reciprocity
Licensure by endorsement offered; Meet NJ requirements for licensure; Hold a current license
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
New Jersey State Board of Cosmetology and Hairstyling
(973) 504-6400
Askconsumeraffairs@dca.lps.state.nj.us
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New Mexico Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; Minimum of 2 years in high school or an equivalent
Training
600 hours
Instructor License
Holds a license; Passed board approved exam; Required fees and documentation; 4-year high school education or equivalent
Renewal
Every year, during licensee’s birth month; $50
Reciprocity
Furnish an affidavit from home state’s regulatory agency where currently and actively licensed; Hold a current license, in good standing with your home state; Completed equal or comparable training hours; If lacking hours, licensee may substitute up to 150 hours of verified work experience in lieu of the minimum hours; any remaining would need to be taken in school
CEUs
Only required for instructors; 12 CEUs every year for instructors
State Board
New Mexico Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
(505) 476-4622
Email: NA
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New York Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; Must have a certificate from a physician stating the individual is free from communicable diseases
Training
600 hours; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
2 years of experience, License, complete the NYS Secondary Assessment of Teaching Skills exam
Renewal
N/A
Reciprocity
No reciprocity program; Endorsement agreements with: Alaska; Arizona; Colorado; Washington, D.C.; Maine; Massachusetts; New Mexico; New Hampshire; North Carolina; Oregon; Pennsylvania; South Carolina; Tennessee; Utah; West Virginia; Wyoming
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
New York Division of Licensing Services- Esthetics
(518) 474-4429
licensing@dos.state.ny.us
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North Carolina Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
N/A
Training
600 hours; Pass exam with score of 75% or higher
Instructor License
High school diploma or G.E.D.; Has been in active practice for three years of full-time work prior to filling out application; Passed written and practical exams
Renewal
Every year; $20
Reciprocity
Hold a current license from home state; Passed a state board exam or national cosmetology exam; Have no disciplinary action against license; $15 fee
CEUs
8 CEUs a year
State Board
North Carolina Board of Cosmetic Art Examiners
(919) 733-4117
nccosmo@nccosmeticarts.com
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North Dakota Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
Must have a high school diploma or G.E.D.
Training
600 hours; Exams:-NIC Written-ND State Practical-ND Sanitation practices and cosmetology law
Instructor License
Hold a current ND license and 960 hours of instructor’s training; OR engaged in practice for 1 year, with no less than 480 hours of instructor’s training; OR hold a current ND license and actively working for at least 3 years
Renewal
Annual; $15 fee; $20 instructor fee
Reciprocity
Out-of-state applicants not taking the exam must provide an application and pay applicable fees; Provide proof of license, with good standing; Show that home state license requirements equal those of ND*3,000 work hours may equal 300 training hours; if not, applicant may have to take the ND exam for sanitation practices and cosmetology law
CEUs
Not required for operator license; 8 pre-board approved house for instructor license
State Board
North Dakota State Board of Cosmetology
(701) 224-9800
cosmo@midconetwork.com
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Ohio Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old; 10th grade education
Training
750 hours (+ 16-hour training to do microdermabrasion)
Instructor License
18 years old; Has good moral character; 12th grade education or equivalent; Holds a current, valid license; Pay applicable fee
Renewal
Renewed on January 31 on every odd-numbered year; $45 fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity with other states; Pass state’s written, practical and manager’s exam
CEUs
8 CEUs
State Board
Ohio State Board of Cosmetology
(614) 466-3834
sue.gatwood@cos.state.oh.us
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Oklahoma Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old; 10th grade education
Training
600 hours of study or 1200 hours of apprenticeship; Pass a written and practical exam
Instructor License
Oklahoma Facial Operator license; Exams; High school diploma; 1000 hours of study, OR 500 hours + 2 years of recent licensed experience
Renewal
Renew on the last day of birthday month annually
Reciprocity
Education and work experience must by equal to or greater than OK’s state requirements; 3 years of currently licensed work experience; If both requirements aren’t met, licensees may be required to take OK board exams; Not meeting both requirements may cause licensee to be required to take additional training hours; $65 fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Oklahoma State Board of Cosmetology
(405) 521-2441
slewelling@cosmo.state.ok.us
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Oregon Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
Must be at least 16 years of age and must have an 8th grade education
Training
250 hours; 150 hours in Safety/Infection Control; 100 hours of Career Development; Practical and Written exams
Instructor License
Combination of at least two years of education and work experience-minimum of one year work experience as a certified practitioner-If education component is less than one year, additional work experience may be required to meet two-year minimum; $50 application
Renewal
Every 2 years, at the end of the month of licensure; $40 fee; For instructors, renew on July 31, every 3 years; $25 fee for instructors
Reciprocity
Verification of current license in good standing; Oregon Laws and Rules exam; Pass exam in field of practice; $100 fee
CEUs
Not required; For instructors, 30 clock hours every 36 months
State Board
Oregon Board of Cosmetology
(503) 373-1986
ohla.info@state.or.us
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Pennsylvania Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old; 10th grade education
Training
300 hours in a licensed cosmetology school; 10th grade education or equivalent; State Board examination (consists of theory and practical)
Instructor License
18 years old; 12th grade education or equivalent; Hold a current cosmetologist license; 500 hours of a cosmetology teacher curriculum; Teacher exam
Renewal
Every two years; $35 practitioner fee; $55 instructor fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity program with Connecticut, Colorado, Florida, Hawaii, New Mexico, New Jersey, Rhode Island and Utah; $20 transfer fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Pennsylvania State Board of Cosmetology
(717) 783-7130
st-cosmetology@state.pa.us
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Rhode Island Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 18 years old; High school diploma or G.E.D.
Training
No 600 hours of continuous study and practice within at least 4 months; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
Has held a license for at least three years preceding the date of application for instructor’s license; Completed 300 hours of Department approved teacher training; Passed Department approved exam
Renewal
Every two years, except for licensee’s first year of licensure (must be renewed after one year); $50 fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity program; offers licensure by endorsement; Must meet RI requirements; If licensee doesn’t meet criteria, he or she must get additional training hours at school*For esthetics, 15 month of work can be equivalent to 200 training hours; $25 fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Rhode Island Department of Health- Division of Hairdressing and Barbering
(401) 222-5960
Sarah.harrigan@health.ri.gov
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South Carolina Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old; At least a 10th grade education
Training
450 hours; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
High school diploma or GED; Pass Written and Practical exams; Hold a license, and have practiced for at least 2 years; Completed a 750-hour teacher training program; Completed a Board approved 45-hour method of teaching program
Renewal
Renew every two years, by March 10
Reciprocity
Education and work experience needs to be equal to or greater than SC requirements
CEUs
Operators: 12 CEUs; Instructors: 24 CEUs
State Board
South Carolina Board of Cosmetology
(803) 896-4300
BoardInfo@llr.sc.gov
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South Dakota Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 18 years old; High school diploma or G.E.D.
Training
600 hours; Pass exams:-NIC national written-NIC national practical-South Dakota state laws/rules
Instructor License
Junior Instructor: 1,000 hours of salon experience; Complete a 12 clock-hour pre-approved instructor education course; Pass South Dakota Instructor Laws/Rules written test; Enroll in 1,000 clock-hour instructor education program
Renewal
Renew annually; $20 practitioner’s fee
Reciprocity
Education and work experience must be equal to or greater than SD requirements; Provide proof of high school graduation or GED; $100 fee
CEUs
Senior Instructor: 12 clock-hour pre-approved instructor education (may be waived by attending the Commission’s Instructor Seminar
State Board
South Dakota Cosmetology Commission
(605) 773-6193
cosmetology@state.sd.us
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Tennessee Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old
Training
750 hours; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
Hold a valid license; High school diploma or G.E.D.; Written and Practical exams; 300-hour board-approved instructor training course within a six-month period OR complete service as a junior instructor for at least one year; Junior instructor: holds a valid license
Renewal
Every 2 years; Can be renewed up to 60 days before expiration date; $50 fee; $60 fee for instructors
Reciprocity
Proof of meeting TN’s minimum required training hours and/or proof of a 5-year work history; If licensee is unable to meet these requirements, he or she must submit an application to the board, and may be required to take additional training hours to meet requirements
CEUs
Instructors:16 CEUs
State Board
Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners
(800) 480-9285
Cosmetology.Board@TN.Gov
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Texas Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old; High school diploma or G.E.D.
Training
750 hours; Written and Practical exams
Instructor License
At least 18 years old; High school diploma or equivalent; Hold an active operator license; Completed 750-hour course of instruction in methods of teaching OR have at least one year of work experience with a commission-approved training program including 5
Renewal
Every 2 years, by the date of original licensure; $50 Esthetician license fee; $60 Instructor fee
Reciprocity
No reciprocity with Florida, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, or Pennsylvania; If licensee is from one of these states, contact TX board for inquiry of required special exams or additional training hours; $100 transfer fee
CEUs
Specialty Operator License: 4 department-approved CEUs; Instructor License: 6 department-approved CEUs
State Board
Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
(800) 803-9202
CS.Cosmetologists@tdlr.texas.gov
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Utah Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
N/A
Training
600 hours OR 800 hours Apprenticeship (at least 5 months); Practical and Theory exams
Instructor License
Hold a Master Esthetician license; Complete a 300-hour teacher training program OR documentation of 1,000 hours of work experience as a licensed esthetician; Pass NIC Instructor exam within one year prior to application for instructor license
Renewal
Every two years, on September 30 in odd-numbered years; Esthetician: $52; Master Esthetician: $68; Instructor licenses don’t expire if licensee maintains an active primary license
Reciprocity
No reciprocity program; License by endorsement offered if licensee meets UT requirements
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Utah Division of Occupation and Professional Licensing, Board of Cosmetology
(801) 530-6628
doplweb@utah.gov
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Vermont Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 18 years old; High school diploma or G.E.D.
Training
600 hours OR Apprenticeship (800 to 1,200 hours in 12 to 18 months); Written and Practical exams; Vermont laws and rules exam
Instructor License
Three full-time years of work experience OR sufficient teacher education and experience equivalent to three years of experience (determined by Board); Hold a valid license; Pass Board-approved instructor’s exam
Renewal
Every 2 years, on November 30 in odd-numbered years; $120 fee
Reciprocity
Not required for practitioner’s licenses; Licensure by endorsement; Home state requirements must be equivalent to those of VT; Take Vermont’s Laws and Rules exam; $90 fee
CEUs
Not required for practitioner’s licenses; Instructors: 24 CEUs
State Board
Vermont Secretary of State- Professional Regulation; Barbers and Cosmetologists
(802) 828-1134
kara.shangraw@sec.state.vt.us
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Virginia Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
N/A
Training
600 hours; Board-approved exam
Instructor License
Esthetics instructor certificate: Hold a current Virginian esthetician license; Pass a course in teaching techniques at the post secondary educational level OR complete an instructor training course approved by the Board under the supervision of a certified instructor
Renewal
Every two years, at the end of the month license was issued; Practitioners’ fee: $105 Instructors’ fee: $150
Reciprocity
License by endorsement offered; Requirements for license by endorsement are based on exams previously completed in home state of licensee; $140 transfer fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Virginia Board of Barbers and Cosmetology
(804) 367-8590
BarberCosmo@dpor.virginia.gov
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Washington Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 17 years old
Training
750 hours or 800-hour apprenticeship; NIC Exam
Instructor License
Hold a current license; Graduate from an approved and licensed school with at least 500 classroom hours; Pass state-approved written and performance exams: NIC Exam for instructors
Renewal
Every 2 years, on the date of license issuance; $55 fee for operators and instructors
Reciprocity
Must hold a current license from home state; Must have taken practical and written exams to receive license in home state; $50 transfer fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Washington State Department of Licensing-Cosmetologists
(360) 664-6626
plssunit@dol.wa.gov
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West Virginia Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
A least 18 years old; High school diploma or GED; Must be of good moral character
Training
600 hours; Exam
Instructor License
5 years of recent salon experience; High school diploma or GED; Pass (80%) 3-part instructor exam
Renewal
Expires annually, on December 31; Renewal on January 1; $35 fee; $50 instructor fee
Reciprocity
Request board certification be mailed from home state to WV board; Licensed work will be accepted in place of training hours, rewarded at 25 hours per month of licensed work, or 300 hours per year; Work experience may not exceed 50% of required training hours to transfer, and must be acquired in the past 5 years; If applicant hasn’t worked in the last 5 years, he or she must take required exams:-WV Practical Skills exam-National Written exam-State Written and Law exams; $50 transfer fee
CEUs
4 CEUs
State Board
West Virginia State Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
(304) 558-2924
Amanda.d.smith@wv.org
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Wisconsin Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 18 years old; Meet the ability to benefit rule under 20 USC 1091; High school diploma or GED
Training
1,550 training hours in no less than 10 months OR apprenticeship of at least 3,712 hours of practical training with at least 288 training hours of theoretical instruction; Exam
Instructor License
Hold a current license; 2,000 hours of practice; 150 hours of instructor training; State exam
Renewal
March 31 of every odd-numbered year; $82 fee for practitioners and instructors
Reciprocity
Must have 4,000 hours of licensed experienced; If required hours aren’t met, transferee must take the WI board exams
CEUs
Practitioner: 1 CEU of laws governing the barbering and cosmetology professions and establishments; 3 CEUs of Safety, Sanitation, and Infection Control
State Board
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services
(877) 617-1565
dsps@wisconsin.gov
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Wyoming Esthetician State Requirements
Prerequisites
At least 16 years old; At least 10th grade education
Training
600 hours; Exam
Instructor License
Hold a current license; Must have practiced in a salon for at least 50 weeks, with no less than 36 hours of practice a week; 1,000-hour instructor course
Renewal
Every 2 years, in the month of licensee’s birthday; $96 fee
Reciprocity
Training hours from home state bust be equal to or greater than those required in WY; Failure to meet training hour requirements will require esthetician to take written and practical exams; 1 year of work experience can lower required hours to 1,600; $273 fee
CEUs
Not Required
State Board
Wyoming Board of Cosmetology
(307) 777-3534
betty.abernethy@wyo.gov
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