Once I finish a program will I immediately get my license?
Upon completion of your program most states require you to take an
examination in order to obtain your work license. Many beauty and
cosmetology schools help students prepare for these examinations. While
this is useful, make sure that the school's overall curriculum is about
providing a good education and not simply teaching students how to
"pass the examination".
Where can I find information about the individual requirements for each school and state?
This can be found from several sources. Start by viewing a state-by-state license requirements. Another source would
be to directly contact the licensing board for the state you are
considering attending school in.
What is reciprocity?
This deals with being able to transfer credits or experience if you
attend beauty or cosmetology school in one state and then wish to work
in a different state. Depending on the state and school, you are
usually required to take additional courses and tests in order to be
legally licensed to work in a state other than the state where you
attended school.
Where can I find additional information about the state examinations?
Nearly all states have their own "board of cosmetology". Contact them
directly to inquire about the examinations. Many schools will also have
useful information about the examinations.
Utah Board of Cosmetology License Information
In
order to obtain a license in cosmetology or nail technology in the
state of Utah, students must complete the requirements listed below.
Please contact the Utah Division of Occupational & Professional
Licensing for more information.
Reciprocity
Granted to applicants from states with requirements which are substantially equal to those of Utah.
Contact Information
Utah Division of Occupational & Professional Licensing
Board of Cosmetology
160 East, 300 South
Salt Lake City, UT 84145-0805
801-530-6628 (phone)
801-530-6511 (fax)
