The Candidate Information Bulletin (CIB) contains a comprehensive list of eligibility requirements. The CIB is a helpful reference designed to assist you through the examination process. Please review this information carefully.
A candidate who wishes to obtain a Barber, Cosmetology, Esthetician or Nail Tech license must pass a theory, practical and state law examination within one year of the first examination that is passed. To qualify to take these examinations, a candidate must fulfill the following eligibility requirements:
Barber
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
- 1500 classroom hours; or
- 24 months of Barber apprenticeship hours
Cosmetology
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
- 1500 classroom hours; or
- 24 months of Cosmetology apprenticeship hours
Esthetician
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
- 600 classroom hours; or
- 12 months of Esthetics apprenticeship hours
Nail Technician
Must be at least 18 years of age
Must have a high school diploma or equivalent (G.E.D.)
- 400 classroom hours; or
- 8 months of Nail Tech apprenticeship hours
Instructor
- Must have three (3) years of full time experience in the profession to which they are seeking to become a licensed instructor and complete the Experience Verification section of the online application.
- Must pass a theory and state law examination within a year.
Verification Affidavit - Click here
