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Mississippi License Information

Mississippi Board of Cosmetology license FAQ:

Question: How do I obtain a Mississippi Cosmetology License?

Answer: In order to obtain a license in cosmetology, nail technology or esthetics in the state of Mississippi, students must complete the requirements listed below by the Mississippi Cosmetology Board. When getting a Mississippi cosmetology license, there really is no incorrect way to go about training as long as you have completed your coursework at a Mississippi cosmetology school. As stated by the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology, to get a Mississippi cosmetology license, one must have attended a Mississippi cosmetology school or when transferring into the state, the Mississippi Cosmetology Board, requires you to meet their guidelines. After finishing your training, you are required to pass a licensing exam issue by the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology. Once passing you will receive your Mississippi cosmetology license. You’re now able to work in the state of Mississippi. Keep in mind, just because you received your Mississippi cosmetology license you may want to consider continuing education to further get full utilization from your Mississippi cosmetology license. Please contact the Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology for more information.

Question: How much training is required?

Answer: The Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology requires the following number of hours of training for each specialty below:

Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology Requirements
COSMETOLOGIST: 1550 hours
ESTHETICS: 600 hours
NAIL TECHNICIAN: 350 hours

Question: How do I transfer my license from another state?

Answer: Permitted with Arkansas, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, Montana, Nevada, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Vermont and West Virginia.

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 Mississippi State Board of Cosmetology directly:

Mississippi Cosmetology Board Contact Information
Mississippi State Board Of Cosmetology
P.O. Box 55689
Jackson, Mississippi 39296-5689
601-987-6837 (phone)
601-687-6840 (fax)

The Mississippi Cosmetology Board 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 Mississippi cosmetology license.

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