New Hampshire License Information
New Hampshire Board of Cosmetology license FAQ:
Question: How do I obtain a New Hampshire Cosmetology License?
Answer: In order to obtain a license in nail technology in the state of New Hampshire, students must complete the requirements listed below. When getting a New Hampshire cosmetology license, there really is no incorrect way to go about training as long as you have completed your coursework at a New Hampshire cosmetology school.
As stated by the New Hampshire (NH) State Board of Cosmetology, to get a NH cosmetology license, one must have attended a New Hampshire cosmetology school or when transferring into the state, the NH Board of Cosmetology, requires you to meet their guidelines. After finishing your training, you are required to pass a licensing exam issue by the New Hampshire (NH) State Board of Cosmetology. Once passing you will receive your New Hampshire cosmetology license.
You’re now able to work in the state of New Hampshire. Keep in mind, just because you received your NH cosmetology license you may want to consider continuing education to further get full utilization from your NH cosmetology license. Please contact the New Hampshire Board of Cosmetology for more information.
Question: How much training is required?
Answer: The New Hampshire State Board of Cosmetology requires the following number of hours of training for each specialty below:
New Hampshire State Board of Cosmetology Requirements
Barber: 800 hours or 1,600 hours apprentice
Cosmetology: 1,500 hours or 3,000 hours apprentice
Manicurist: 300 hours
Esthetics: 600 hours
Question: How do I transfer my license from another state?
Answer: 1,500 hours of Barbering or Cosmetology schooling or notarized letter stating you have 3,000 hours of work experience. Estheticians must have 600 hours of schooling or notarized letter stating you have 1,200 hours of work experience. Manicurist needs 300 hours of schooling or a notarized letter stating you have 600 hours of work experience.
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 New Hampshire State Board of Cosmetology directly:
New Hampshire State Board of Cosmetology Contact Information
New Hampshire State Board of Barbering, Cosmetology and Esthetics
2 Industrial Park Dr.
Concord, NH 03301
603-271-3608 (phone)
603-271-6702 (fax)
The New Hampshire 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 New Hampshire cosmetology license.
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