Colorado cosmetology licensing violations

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If you have never held a license to practice as a barber, cosmetologist, esthetician, hairstylist or nail technician, you must apply for a license by examination. Exam applicants must apply and schedule their examinations with PSI.

You may access the Candidate Handbook and reservation information at PSI Online or call for further information. If you have ever held a Colorado license to practice as a barber, cosmetologist, esthetician, hairstylist or nail technician, you must apply for a license by reinstatement.

If you currently hold an active license in good standing to practice as a barber, cosmetologist, esthetician, hairstylist or nail technician in another state or territory, you may apply for licensure by endorsement. You will need to:. Once we receive all of the above information, your application will be reviewed and you will be immediately notified as soon as the review is complete. If you meet the requirements for endorsement, you will be issued a license to practice in Colorado.

If you do not meet the requirements, you will be required to take all or part of the Colorado written and practical examinations. You will need to:. Once they have received all of the above information, your application will be reviewed and you will be immediately notified as soon as the review is complete. If you meet the requirements for endorsement, you will be issued a license to practice in Colorado.

If you do not meet the requirements, you will be required to take all or part of the Colorado written and practical examinations. If you currently hold an active license in good standing to practice as a barber, cosmetologist, esthetician, hairstylist or nail technician in another country, you may apply for licensure by endorsement.

To be considered for licensure by examination, an applicant must submit a completed application form, all requested documentation, and the appropriate fee to the Director's examination vendor. To be eligible for licensure by examination, the applicant must provide proof of training as listed below. An applicant for examination enrolling in school before February 28, must successfully complete an approved program, and furnish proof of minimum training for each license type:.

Must complete a minimum of 50 credit hours or contact hours with the following minimum credit or contact hours:. Must complete a minimum of 20 credit hours or contact hours with the following minimum credit or contact hours:. Must complete a minimum of 40 credit hours or contact hours with the following minimum credit or contact hours:.