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Nail Technician
License Description GENERAL JOB DESCRIPTION Provides cutting, trimming, polishing, coloring, cleansing, applying artificial nails, or massaging, cleaning, treating, or beautifying the hands and feet. EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Must have completed tenth (10th) grade plus six hundred (600) classroom hours in an approved school of cosmetology. EXAMINATION REQUIREMENTS Examinations in September through June with dates set by the regulatory agency. Examination is both written and practical. Must score a minimum of seventy percent (70%) in each area. School must submit certification hours. Examination fee is $25.00. GENERAL INFORMATION for LICENSURE or CERTIFICATION Applicant must be at least sixteen (16) years of age. Must be of good moral character and temperate habit. All licenses renewed annually by July 31. Initial license fee is $12.00 and renewal fee is $10.00. CONTINUING EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS (after licensure or certification) Nail technicians shall provide proof of six (6) hours of continuing education for renewal of license. Contact the regulatory agency for specifics.
Licensing Agency
Commonwealth of Kentucky
Board of Cosmetology
111 St. James Court, Suite A
Frankfort, KY 40601-0000
(502) 564 4262
Julie.Campbell@ky.gov
Active Status Active
Active Military/Veterans Expedited processing is available for military and spouses
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Specific course required
Exam State exam required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 07/08/2022
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