New Hampshire Hair School and Requirements

To become a hairdresser in New Hampshire, you must graduate from a state-approved cosmetology program and get your license. The state doesn’t offer a license specifically for hair stylists, but cosmetology graduates can work with hair, give manicures, apply makeup, and perform basic skincare treatments. In fact, most of the required cosmetology curriculum in the state focuses on hair.

Read on to learn more about the haircare component of cosmetology programs, what you can do without a license, and how much you can earn as a hairstylist in New Hampshire. Browse our directory of hair design schools in New Hampshire, or skip ahead to learn about the state's hair design licensing requirements and job outlook.

Cosmetology School for Hairstylists in New Hampshire

Although programs dedicated only to hair styling don’t exist in New Hampshire, a hefty portion of cosmetology programs are devoted to hair. 

New Hampshire requires future hair stylists and cosmetologists to complete 1,500 hours of training before taking state licensing exams. However, you can choose to complete a 3,000-hour cosmetology apprenticeship instead.

If you choose to enroll in a 1500-hour cosmetology program, expect to spend roughly 900 to 950 hours on hair care and styling. The hair curriculum includes:

• Coloring
• Hair analysis and scalp treatments
• Shampooing
• Shaping
• Styling
• Waving and straightening

The remaining time is spent covering makeup, nail care, skincare, and classroom topics like sanitation and laws for cosmetologists in New Hampshire.

READ MORE: Learn More About Cosmetology School in New Hampshire

New Hampshire Hairstylist Salary

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, hairstylists in New Hampshire earned an average of $34,690 in 2022. Pay can be affected by location, workplace, years of experience, and more, so talk to other hairstylists near you to learn more about potential pay.

Contact the New Hampshire State Board of Cosmetology