Georgia License Information
Georgia Cosmetology license FAQ:
Question: How do I obtain a Georgia Cosmetology License?
Answer: In order to obtain a Georgia cosmetology license in cosmetology, nail technology, or skin care from the Georgia (GA) State Board of Cosmetology, students must complete the Georgia cosmetology license requirements listed below. In order to obtain a Georgia cosmetology license in cosmetology, nail technology, or skin care from the Georgia (GA) State Board of Cosmetology, students must complete the Georgia cosmetology license requirements listed below.
When getting a Georgia cosmetology license, there really is no incorrect way to go about training as long as you have completed your coursework at a Georgia cosmetology school. As stated by the Georgia (GA) State Board of Cosmetology, to get a Georgia cosmetology license, one must have attended a Georgia cosmetology school or when transferring into the state, the Georgia Board of Cosmetology, requires you to meet their guidelines.
After finishing your training, Georgia cosmetology license requirements require you to pass a licensing exam issue by the Georgia (GA) State Board of Cosmetology. Once passing you will receive your Georgia cosmetology license. You’re now able to work in the state of Georgia. Keep in mind, just because you received your Georgia (GA) cosmetology license and now meet the Georgia Cosmetology License Requirements, you may want to consider continuing education to further get full utilization from your Georgia cosmetology license.
Question: How much training is required?
Answer: The Georgia (GA) State Board of Cosmetology requires the following number of hours of training for each specialty below:
Georgia State Board of Cosmetology Requirements
COSMETOLOGIST: 1500 Hours, Apprenticeship 3000 Hours
HAIR DESIGN: 1325 Hours, Apprenticeship 2650
ESTHETICIAN: 1000 Hours, Apprenticeship 2000 Hours
NAIL TECHNICIAN: 525 Hours, Apprenticeship 1050 Hours
Question: How do I transfer my license from another state?
Answer: Should an applicant have a current cosmetology, hair design, nail technician or esthetician license from another state, country, or the District of Columbia, where similar reciprocity is extended to this state and licensure requirements are substantially equal to those in this state. The applicant must pay a fee and then a license may be issued, without examination, a certificate of registration at the appropriate level entitling him or her to practice that occupation.
Question: I still have questions about the license or the licensing process and need to contact the cosmetology board?
Answer: Whether you need to update your address, obtain the required forms for transferring a license from another state, replace a lost license, or just find the answers to your questions, contact the Georgia (GA) State Board of Cosmetology directly:
Contact Information for the Georgia Board of Cosmetology
Georgia State Board of Cosmetology
166 Pryor St. S.W.
Atlanta, GA 30303
478-207-1430 (phone)
478-207-1363 (fax)
The Georgia Board of Cosmetology can help you with replacing a lost Georgia cosmetology license, updating a change of name or change of address information, and acquiring out-of-state and other useful forms.
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