Board of Barbering and Cosmetology Licensing Requirements

To receive a cosmetology license in the state of California a student must:

1. Complete a cosmetology, esthetics, or nail care course in a school approved by the California State Board of Barbering & Cosmetology
2. Submit an application and required fee
3. Have at least a 10th grade education or its equivalent and is at least 17 years of age
4. Receive a passing score on the written exam