Rhode Island State Board of Cosmetology License Information

In order to obtain a license in cosmetology, esthetics, nail technology or electrology in the state of Rhode Island, students must complete the requirements listed below. When getting a Rhode Island cosmetology license, there really is no incorrect way to go about training as long as you have completed your coursework at a Rhode Island cosmetology school. As stated by the Rhode Island (PA) State Board of Cosmetology, to get a Rhode Island cosmetology license, one must have attended a Rhode Island cosmetology school or when transferring into the state, the Rhode Island Board of Cosmetology, requires you to meet their guidelines. After finishing your training, you are required to pass a licensing exam issue by the Rhode Island (RI) State Board of Cosmetology. Once passing you will receive your Rhode Island cosmetology license. You're now able to work in the state of Rhode Island. Keep in mind, just because you received your Rhode Island cosmetology license you may want to consider continuing education to further get full utilization from your Rhode Island cosmetology license.

Rhode Island Cosmetology License Requirements:

COSMETOLOGY: 1500 hours
ESTHETICS: 600 hours
NAIL TECHNOLOGY: 300 hours
ELECTROLOGY: 650 hours

Reciprocity
This is considered on an individual basis. Please see below.

Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Hairdressing and Barbering licensing exam schedule

Note: All applications must be submitted to the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Hairdressing and Barbering at this address:
3 Capitol Hill - Room 104
Providence, RI 02908-5097
401-222-2511 (phone)
401-222-1272 (fax)

General Qualifications for All Cosmetology and Barbering Applicants
All applicants wanting to obtain a Rhode Island Cosmetology License must meet the following requirements:

• Be at least 18 years of age
• Be a citizen of the United States of America or be lawfully eligible to work
• Be of good moral character
• Be a high school graduate or hold the equivalent thereof
• Have satisfactorily completed a course of instruction in an approved school
• Have satisfactorily passed a written and practical examination approved by the Department

Please contact the Rhode Island Department of Health, Division of Hairdressing and Barbering for more information.

Rhode Island Cosmetology License Requirements for Applicants Licensed in Another State
Any person licensed to practice barbering, hairdressing/cosmetic therapy, manicuring or esthetics in another state where the requirements are the equivalent of those of this state shall be entitled to a license for barbering, cosmetician, manicurist or esthetician, upon the acceptance of his or her credentials by the Department.

The applicant must have satisfactorily passed a written and practical examination administered by the Rhode Island Department or from another state board

Rhode Island State Cosmetology Contact Information
Rhode Island Department of Health, Division of Hairdressing & Barbering
3 Capitol Hill - Room 104
Providence, RI 02908-5097
401-222-2511 (phone)
401-222-1272 (fax)

The Rhode Island State Board of Cosmetology can help you with replacing a lost cosmetology license, updating a change of name or change of address information, and acquiring out-of-state and other useful forms, as well as answer additional questions about obtaining a Rhode Island cosmetology license.

Find Rhode Island beauty schools that can help you obtain a license in cosmetology, nail technology, and other programs in Rhode Island.

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