Hawaii Cosmetology Licensing Requirements

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Licenses Available: Cosmetology, Esthetics, Nail Technology and Barber.

Required Hours: 
Cosmetology - 1800 Hours ( 3600 in apprenticeship )
Esthetics - 550 Hours ( 1100 in apprenticeship )
Nail Technician 350 Hours (in apprenticeship )
Barber 1500 Hours

Minimum Requirements: High School education or equivalent, and be at least 16 years of age. (17 years of age for Barber.)

Reciprocity: Granted to all with a current license from a State with equal or greater requirements.
Work experience is a consideration if you have less schooling than required.
All applicants are required to take the written exam.

Further Info:
HAWAII BOARD OF BARBERING AND COSMETOLOGY
Professional and Vocational Licensing Division
Dept. of Commerce and Consumer's Affairs
P.O. Box 3469
Honolulu, HI 96801
(808) 586-2699