Nevada State Board of Cosmetology License Requirements

Contact Information:
Nevada State Board of Cosmetology
http://www.cosmetology.nv.gov
1785 E. Sahara Ave. #255
Las Vegas, Nevada 89104
Phone: (702) 486-6542
Fax: (702) 369-8064

License Type Required:
Manicurist

School Hours Required:
500

Home Salons Legal? Yes if zoning requirements are met

Mobile Salons Legal? Yes only in a mobile RV unit

Reciprocity/Licensure By Endorsement:
Proof of national written examination, proof of licensure from another state.

(All applicants must apply to the board, enclose $100.00, be at least 18 years of age and have the equivalent of a 10th grade education. The applicant must have passed a nationally recognized written test in the state of licensure. The applicant must hold a current license.)

Examination Languages:
English, Spanish, Vietnamese

Licensing/Ownership Restrictions:
Licensed cosmetologist must be in charge during business hours.

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

Is Skin Cutting Allowed? n/a

Additional Information:
All applicants must be at least 18 years of age and have the equivalent of a 10th grade education.

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 or us directly.