In order to obtain a license in cosmetology, nail technology, or skin care in the state of Georgia, students must complete the requirements listed below. Please contact the Georgia State Board of Cosmetology for more information.

Requirements

COSMETOLOGIST: 1500 Hours, Apprenticeship 3000 Hours
HAIR DESIGN: 1325 Hours, Apprenticeship 2650
ESTHETICIAN: 1000 Hours, Apprenticeship 2000 Hours
NAIL TECHNICIAN: 525 Hours, Apprenticeship 1050 Hours

Reciprocity

Should an applicant have a current cosmetology, hair design, nail technician or esthetician license from another state, country, or the District of Columbia, where similar reciprocity is extended to this state and licensure requirements are substantially equal to those in this state. The applicant must pay a fee and then a license may be issued, without examination, a certificate of registration at the appropriate level entitling him or her to practice that occupation.

Contact Information

Georgia State Board of Cosmetology
166 Pryor St. S.W.
Atlanta, GA 30303
478-207-1430 (phone)
478-207-1363 (fax)