Licensing Information
Each type of license has an associated fee. Hopefully, you will find the following information helpful and answers any questions you may have. However, always feel free to contact the board office for additional information.
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First License |
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Please refer to the Cosmetology pages for field-specific details on obtaining your first license.
Also, please see Out-of-State and Salon licenses for information about obtaining these types of licenses.
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Renewal Information |
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ALL licenses must be renewed beginning July 1 through July 31 of each year. If the license renewal is not received in the board office or postmarked by July 31 the license is expired and the appropriate restoration fee must be paid. There are no exceptions to this requirement!
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Duplicate Licenses |
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Duplicate licenses can only be issued for those that have been lost or stolen. We cannot issue duplicates for persons working in more than one (1) salon without special permission. A licensee must submit, in writing, reason for duplication and must list each salon of employment.
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Restoration |
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An expired license can be restored provided the license has been expired for less than five (5) years. If the license needing to be restored lacks the Continuing Education requirements accociated with a renewal, the requirements must first be reached before restoration or the license can be restored into an inactive status.
To restore a cosmetologist, nail technician, or esthetic license that has been expired for a period exceeding five (5) years, the statutes require the individual to apply and successfully complete the respective practical examination.
An apprentice cosmetologist whose license has been expired for more than five (5) years must complete a brushup course of 150 hours, retake the apprentice cosmetologist examination, written and practical, and complete a six (6) month apprenticeship to qualify to apply for the regular cosmetologist examination.
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Certification |
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Any licensee can request a certification for their license. Certifications are typically used when applying for a license in another state. You should submit a written request to the board office along with the fee of $25.00.
The request should include your name, current mailing address, license number or social security number, and the address to which you wish the certification to be mailed. Note: Most state boards of cosmetology require the certifications to be mailed directly to that state.
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Inactive License & Reinstatement of Inactive License |
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You may place an active, current license into an inactive status during the renewal period. If you place your license in an inactive status, you are still required to renew the license each year, by submitting the application for renewal and appropriate fee, but you are not required to meet the continuing education requirements and you cannot work in a salon.
You may place your inactive license back into an active status at anytime during the licensing year by returning the inactive license that was issued to you and your proof of continuing education.
You may maintain an inactive license indefinitely provided you maintain yearly renewal.
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