Nevada Cosmetology Licensing Requirements

The Silver State, The Sagebrush State

Licenses Available: Aesthetician, Cosmetologist, Electrologist, Hair Designer, Manicurist

Required Hours:
Aesthetician: 600 Hours
Cosmetologist: 1800 Hours
Electrologist: 500 Hours (1000 Apprentice)
Hair Designer: 1200 Hours
Manicurist: 500 Hours

Minimum Requirements: All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have the equivalent of a 10th grade education.

Reciprocity: All applicants must apply to the board, enclose $100.00, be at least 18 years of age and have the equivalent of a 10th grade education. The applicant must have passed a nationally recognized written test in the state of licensure.

Further Info:
Nevada State Board of Cosmetology
1785 E. Sahara Avenue, Suite 255
Las Vegas, NV. 89104
Phone: (702) 486-6542
Fax: (702) 369-8064