How Do I Become a Cosmetology Apprentice in MD?
The Maryland Board of Cosmetologists oversees licensing of cosmetologists and related professions in the state. If you want a cosmetology license but don't think school is for you, you have another option: a 24-month apprenticeship with a licensed beauty salon in the state. You must be at least 17 to work as a cosmetology apprentice. Once you have completed the training, you can take the cosmetology licensing examination.
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Find a licensed beauty salon that will employ you full time. You must work for at least two years under a licensed cosmetologist's supervision.
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Submit an apprenticeship application to the Maryland Board of Cosmetologists. The application, which is available on the board's website, will ask for your personal information, criminal history and citizenship status.
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Obtain a sponsorship form from the board's website and give it to your supervising cosmetologist. She must fill out the form and attest she will provide training that follows the requirements listed on the form. Mail the form to:
Maryland State Board of Cosmetologists
500 N. Calvert Street Room 501
Baltimore, MD 21202-3651
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Send monthly training reports to the board during your apprenticeship. The board will send these forms to your supervising cosmetologist, along with training materials, after you have received your apprenticeship license.
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Tips & Warnings
The original apprenticeship license is valid for one year, and then you must renew it.
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