Cosmetology / Barber - Cosmetologist
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A person who desires a license to instruct in a school and is licensed as a cosmetologist, aesthetician, manicurist or natural hair stylist may be issued a license to teach. An instructor may only practice or teach the discipline in which he or she is licensed.
To maintain an active instructor's license, an instructor shall every two (2) years submit to the board satisfactory proof that the instructor has attended a board-approved instructor training program in cosmetology, manicuring, aesthetics or natural hair styling for a minimum of sixteen (16) hours. Persons obtaining an initial instructor's license shall attend a board-approved instructor training program after receiving licensure.
Requirements
Be at least sixteen years of age.
Completion of 1,500 hours in practice and theory at a school of cosmetology.
Passing score of 75% for the written and practical examination.
For information on application, registration, examination or fees, contact our testing vender PSI online at https://www.psiexams.com/testtakers/ or by phone, 855-340-3710.
Fees
Examination Fees: $140
Original License: $80
Renewal: $70
Late Fee: $25
Replacement or Correction of License: $25
Reciprocity: $100
License Certification: $50
Student Certification: $25
Name Change $10
Additional
Reciprocity
Any licensee from another state or U.S. territory must complete an application for reciprocity. Only reciprocal applicants who meet the minimum Tennessee requirements for licensure will be considered.
Reinstatement
Those needing reinstatement of Tennessee Cosmetology Instructor Licensure expired for three (3) or more years, or who failed to take continued education, need to complete the application.
Change of Address
Am I required to notify the board if I change my address?
Yes, in order to receive your renewal notice, we must have your current address.
While we prefer you report a change of address online at core.tn.gov, they may be sent via email to cosmetology.board@tn.gov
How do I submit a change of address/location?
For individuals, you can change your address in your core account at core.tn.gov. After you log in or create an account, you will choose the “My Licenses or Permits” tab, select your credential, then select the Change Address option.
If you own a shop or school you must apply for a change of location and receive an inspection. You can do this within the shop's core account at core.tn.gov. After you log in or create an account, you will choose the “My Licenses or Permits” tab, select your credential, then select the Location Change option.
NOTE: If you need to update your MAILING ADDRESS only, you can email your shop name, license # and request to cosmetology.board@tn.gov.