Delaware Cosmetology Licensing Requirements

In order to obtain a license in Barbering, Cosmetology or Nail Technology in the state of Delaware, individuals must complete the requirements listed below. Other requirements may apply.

Cosmetologist or Barber: 1500 classroom hours (or 3000 apprenticeship hours)
Nail Technician: 125 classroom hours (or 250 apprenticeship hours)
Esthetician: 300 classroom hours (or 600 apprenticeship hours)
Electrologist: 300 classroom hours (or 600 apprenticeship hours)

Licensing Fee Schedule: (From 1-1-08 to 6-30-08) (Fees subject to change)

License Type	1/08	2/08	3/08	4/08	5/08	6/08
Esthetician	49	47	45	43	42	40
Esthetician Apprentice	13	13	13	13	13	13
Barber	71	69	66	63	61	58
Barber Apprentice	13	13	13	13	13	13
Cosmetologist	30	27	24	21	18	15
Cosmetology Apprentice	13	13	13	13	13	13
Electrologist	51	49	47	45	44	42
Electrologist Apprentice	13	13	13	13	13	13
Nail Technician	51	49	47	45	44	42
Nail Tech Apprentice	13	13	13	13	13	13
Temporary Permit		23	23	23	23	23

Continuing Education Requirements:

Reciprocity:

Reciprocity extends to all States, including Washington DC
Applicants from a state with less-stringent requirements than Delaware are required to provide a notarized statement from a present or prior employer, or employers, testifying to work experience in the field for which the applicant is seeking a license in Delaware for a period of one year before making application. The work experience must have been obtained in a state (or jurisdiction) outside Delaware. Unlicensed practice within the State of Delaware will not qualify as valid work experience.

Contact Information:

Delaware Board of Cosmetology & Barbering
Canon Building, #203
P.O. Box 1401
Dover, DE 19903
302-739-4522
www.dpr.delaware.gov/boards/cosmetology/index.shtml

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Delaware Cosmetology Licensing Requirements