License: COSMETOLOGY INSTRUCTOR
WI Department of Safety and Professional Services Division of Professional Credential Processing
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1400 E. Washington Ave.
P.O. Box 8935
Madison, WI 53708-8935
(608) 266-2112
A cosmetology instructor is a person who provides practical instruction in cosmetology in a school licensed by the Department. Persons who provide only instruction in theory are not included in this description. A cosmetology instructor must hold a current cosmetology instructor certificate. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must complete 2000 hours of practice as a licensed barber or cosmetologist or holds a current manager license and completes 150 hours of instructor training approved by the Department. FEES: Application fees equal $204, which includes initial credential and exam; $82-Renewal fee, $107 with late fee; due by March 31st of odd-numbered years. revised 04/13
- Stand-alone license
- State exam required
- Degree required
- Continuing education required
- Experience required
- No criminal record requirements
- A temporary license available to military and spouses until formal license approval
License information updated 12/01/2020