Missouri State Board of Cosmetology License Requirements

Contact Information:
Missouri State Board of Cosmetology and Barber Examiners
https://www.pr.mo.gov/cosbar.asp
3605 Missouri Boulevard, P.O. Box 1062
Jefferson City, Missouri 65102
Phone: (573) 751-1052
Fax: (573) 751-8167

License Type Required:
Manicurist

School Hours Required:
400

Home Salons Legal? Yes must meet requirements

Mobile Salons Legal? Yes as long as mobile visits do not account for more than 49% of nail technician’s services per work week, and licensee utilizes the required portable kit

Reciprocity/Licensure By Endorsement:
Must meet or exceed requirements of Missouri or take written and practical exam in Missouri.

Examination Languages:
English, Spanish, Vietnamese

Licensing/Ownership Restrictions:
N/A

CEU Required? No
Number Of Hours: n/a
License Renewal: Sept. 30, odd years

Is Skin Cutting Allowed? n/a

Additional Information:
MMA has been prohibited in one manner or another in this state.
Prohibited can mean:
A law or rule has been passed prohibiting MMA use.
The technician and/or shop will receive a written/verbal warning possibly after a consumer complaint or inspection by state officials.
A fine may be accessed if a violation occurs.

The state abides by the FDA guidelines.

Please see the state's web site for more specific information and/or contact them directly.

email: cosbar@pr.mo.gov