How to Get a Cosmetology License in Washington
The beauty industry is big business. If you live in the state of Washington and are interested in starting a career as a cosmetologist, read the following information to get your piece of the pie.
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Instructions
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Visit the Beauty Schools Directory website. Select the ¨Common Q & A¨ link at the bottom of the page. Go down the links on the right-hand side of the page and choose the ¨State-by-State License Requirements¨ link. Finally, scroll down to and click on the ¨Washington State Board of Cosmetology License Information¨ link.
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Read over the licensing requirements. Scan the right side of the page to find any important informational links that interest you.
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Search for an accredited cosmetology school near you by clicking on the ¨Find Schools¨ link. Visit each school's website by clicking on the school's name. Review enrollment and tuition information.
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Visit the campus once you decide on a school. Enroll in the cosmetology course and complete 1600 hours of cosmetology education--as required by the state of Washington.
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Apply to take the state-approved National-Interstate Council of State Boards of Cosmetology (NIC) written examination on the Lasergrade website. Verify you pass the written exam before taking the practical exam.
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Take the practical portion of the cosmetology test by following directions on the Dlroope website.
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Download and print the license application from the Washington State Department of Licensing website once you have passed both exams.
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Mail your completed application along with proof of passing the state-approved NIC national written and practical examinations to: Cosmetology Program Department of Licensing, PO Box 9048, Olympia, Washington 98507. There is no fee involved in the initial application process.
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Wait to receive your license by mail. Once you have it, post the license at your work station, and start making money as a licensed cosmetologist.
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Tips & Warnings
For more information on Washington state cosmetology licenses call (360) 664-6626; or send an email to plssunit@dol.wa.gov; or visit the Cosmetology Program Business and Professions Division Department of Licensing at 405 Black Lake Boulevard SW, Olympia, Washington, between the hours of 8am and 5pm, Monday through Friday.
