New Mexico State Board of Cosmetology License InformationIn order to obtain a license in nail technology, cosmetology,
esthetics, barbering, or electrology in the state of New Mexico,
students must complete the requirements listed below. Please contact
the New Mexico Board of Cosmetology for more information.
Requirements
Cosmetologist: 1,600 hours
Barber: 1,200 hours
Manicurist/Pedicurist: 350 hours
Esthetician: 600 hours
Electrologist: 600 hours
Manicurist/Esthetician: 600 hours
Instructor: 1,000 hours
Additional Requirements
All applicants must be at least 17 years of age and have a minimum of 2 years in high school or its equivalent.
Reciprocity
Applicants who have not completed a course of study equal to the
requirements of this state may receive credit for work experience. For
every 6 full months of work completed, the applicant will be credited
with 150 hours of training. Any applicants that HAVE completed a course
with requirements equal to this state must furnish a transcript of
hours and a copy of a valid license.
Contact Information
New Mexico Board of Barbers & Cosmetologists
P.O. Box 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87504
505-476-7110 (phone)
505-476-7118 (fax)
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