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Cosmetologist
License Description Applicants must have completed 1,600 hours in a school of cosmetology program approved by the State Board; completed school through at least the 10th grade or the equivalent; be at least 18 years old; and pass the written and practical exams. If you are transferring from another state, you must have a current license in good standing, and you must prove that you have passed the national exam or you must take the written exam in Nevada. Cosmetology Instructor Applicants must have completed a Provisional Instructor License (PIL) or Student Instructor program in a Nevada school; be at least 18 years old; and pass the written and practical exams. Fees may be subject to change. Fees are: application--$15; examination, written and practical--$110; examination, national written --$110; 2-year license--$70; 4-year license renewal--$140.
Licensing Agency
Board of Cosmetology
8945 W. Russell Road, Suite 100
Las Vegas, NV 89148
(702) 508 0015
Active Status Active
Continuing Education Continuing education required to maintain license
Criminal Record No criminal record prohibitions
Education Degree required
Exam Both state and third-party exams required
License Type Stand-alone license
License Updated 01/14/2016
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