HOW TO BECOME LICENSED

If you are already licensed in another state, please click here.

Individuals interested in becoming a licensed barber, cosmetologists, nail technician, or aesthetician should follow the steps outlined below:

1. Contact a Board approved school. [List of Schools]
2. Discuss financial aid/payment plans with Schools.
3. Obtain TB Test.
4. Complete Student Registration Form. Student Registration Application (New Student).pdf
5. Complete the required courses and hours.

   PROFESSION	REQUIRED HOURS
   Barbering	1,800
   Cosmetology	2,000
   Nail Technician	400
   Aesthetician	600
   Barber/Permist	2,000

6. Apply for examination with third-party examiner. Click here.
7. Pass examination.
8. Obtain 2nd TB Test if previous test is older than one (1) year.
9. Obtain license in desired field of practice. Application for Registration (Initial License).pdf