Wyoming State Board of Cosmetology License Requirements

Contact Information:
Wyoming Board of Cosmetology
http://www.cosmetology.state.wy.us
2515 Warren Ave. #302
Cheyenne, Wyoming 82002
Phone: (307) 777-3534
Fax: (307) 777-3681

License Type Required:
Manicurist / Nail Technician

School Hours Required:
400

Home Salons Legal? Yes in some cities

Mobile Salons Legal? Yes

Reciprocity/Licensure By Endorsement:
Must have graduated from a state-recognized school and taken board-administered written and practiced exam (Wyoming does not recognize apprenticeship or grandfathered licenses); must have at least 400 hours or a one-year work history.

Examination Languages:
English; may use pre-approved word-for-word book.

Licensing/Ownership Restrictions:
Must have salon license

CEU Required? No
Number Of Hours: n/a
License Renewal: Birth month, every 2 years (1 year in first year)

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.