Cosmetology / Barber - Cosmetologist
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A cosmetologist performs, for compensation, arranging, dressing, curling, waving, cleansing, cutting, singeing, bleaching, coloring, or similar work on the hair. A cosmetologist may care for or service wigs or hair pieces; manicure; massage, clean, stimulate, manipulate, exercise, beautify or perform similar work upon the hands, arms, face, neck, or feet with hands or by use of cosmetic preparations, tonics, lotions or creams; place or apply artificial eyelashes, give facials, apply make up, give skin care, or remove superfluous hair by tweezing, depilatories, or waxing. Effective July 1, 2015, a cosmetologist may shave using a safety razor.
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: $60
Renewal: $60
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
Licenses expired for more than three (3) years become invalid. In order to reinstate an invalid license, the licensee must take reinstatement exams. There are no waivers to this provision.
Individuals needing reinstatement of Tennessee licensure expired for three (3) or more years need to complete the application to test.
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.