Ohio Cosmetology Licensing Requirements

The Buckeye State. Go OSU! Birthplace of no less than seven U.S. Presidents including U.S. Grant. Also boasts the Football Hall of Fame in Canton Ohio.

Licenses Available: Cosmetologist, Electrologist, Esthetician, Hair Designer, Manicurist, Natural Hair Stylist

Required Hours:
Cosmetologist: 1500 Hours
Electrologist: 600 Hours
Esthetician: 600 Hours
Hair Designer: 1200 Hours
Manicurist: 200 Hours
Natural Hair Stylist: 450 Hours

Minimum Requirements: See website

Reciprocity: Granted to applicants, currently licensed from states with requirements equal to or greater than those of Ohio. There may be exceptions for those with less hours than required. Contact the Department as shown below.

Further Info:
Ohio State Board of Cosmetology
101 Southland Mall
Columbus, OH 43207-4041
Phone: (614) 466-3834
Fax: (614) 644-6880