In order to obtain a license in cosmetology, hair design, barbering, esthetics, or nail technology in the state of Oregon, students must complete the requirements listed below. Please contact the Oregon Board of Cosmetology for more information.

Requirements

HAIR DESIGN: 1450 hours
BARBERING: 1100 hours
ESTHETICS: 250 hours
NAIL TECHNOLOGY: 350 hours

In addition to the hour requirements specific to each field of practice, students must also complete 150 hours in Safety/Infection Control and 100 hours of Career Development.

Reciprocity

Current license qualifies for examination.

If an applicant from out-of-state is currently licensed they do not need to take the Oregon examination. For more information, please contact The Oregon Health Licensing Agency using the below listed information.

Contact Information

The Oregon Health Licensing Agency (OHLA)
700 Summer Street NE Suite 320
Salem, Oregon 97301-1287
503-378-8667 (phone)
503-585-9114 (fax)