Hawaii License Information
Hawaii Cosmetology license FAQ:
Question: How do I obtain a Hawaii Cosmetology License?
Answer: In order to obtain a license in cosmetology, nail technology, hairdressing, esthetics, or barbering from the Hawaii State Board of Cosmetology, students must complete the requirements listed below. When getting a Hawaii cosmetology license, there really is no incorrect way to go about training as long as you have completed your coursework at a Hawaii cosmetology school. As stated by the Hawaii (HI) State Board of Cosmetology, to get a Hawaii cosmetology license, one must have attended a Hawaii cosmetology school or when transferring into the state, the Hawaii State Board of Cosmetology, requires you to meet their guidelines.
After finishing your training, you are required to pass a licensing exam issue by the Hawaii (HI) State Board of Cosmetology. Once passing you will receive your Hawaii cosmetology license. You’re now able to work in the state of Hawaii. Keep in mind, just because you received your Hawaii cosmetology license you may want to consider continuing education to further get full utilization from your Hawaii cosmetology license. Please contact the Hawaii Board of Barbering & Cosmetology for more information.
Question: How much training is required?
Answer: The Hawaii (HI) State Board of Cosmetology requires the following number of hours of training for each specialty below:
Hawaii State Board of Cosmetology Requirements
COSMETOLOGIST: 1800 Hours, apprenticeship 3600 hours
BARBERING: 1500 hours
HAIRDRESSER: 1250 Hours, apprenticeship 2500 hours
ESTHETICIAN: 600 Hours, apprenticeship 1100 hours
NAIL TECHNICIAN: 350 Hours, apprenticeship 700 hours
Question: How do I transfer my license from another state?
Answer: There is NO reciprocity. Everyone is required to take a WRITTEN (only) exam.
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 Hawaii (HI) State Board of Cosmetology directly:
Hawaii State Board of Cosmetology Contact Information
Board of Barbering & Cosmetology
335 Merchant Street, Room 301
Honolulu, HI 96813
808-586-3000 (phone)
The Hawaii 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 Hawaii cosmetology license.
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