State Board Listing

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State Board Listings

Kansas

Cosmetology: 1500 Hours
Nail Technology: 350 Hours
Esthetics: 650 Hours
Electrology: 500 Hours
Reciprocity: provided you have 1500 hours and have been working in the field for at least one year and hold a current license. If you have less than 1500 hours you will have to take a "practical" exam. You may, however, obtain a temporary permit which allows you to work, pending examination.
Home Salon allowed.

http://www.accesskansas.org/kboc/
714 S.W. Jackson
Topeka, KS 66617-1139
785-296-3155
Fax: 785-296-3002

Kentucky

Cosmetologist: 1800 hours
Nail Technician: 600 hours
All applicants must have completed at least 2 years of high school or its equivalent and be at least 16 years of age.
MMA BANNED
Reciprocity: Any applicant from out-of-state who holds a valid license and can show proof of 2 years current experience can take the cosmetology practical examination for licensing in Kentucky. The applicant must also meet the minimum requirements from above.
Home Salon allowed.

KENTUCKY State Board of Hairdressers & Cosmetologists

http://www.kbhc.ky.gov/
111 St. James Court
Frankfort, Kentucky, 40601
Phone: (502) 564-4262 - PDF file on qualifications
Fax: (502) 564-0481

Louisiana