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Pursuing a license in cosmetology or hair design can open the door to several career choices. These careers provide opportunities to both engage with people on a daily basis, and to continually learn as the industry evolves and trends change. The licensing process is the same whether you want to be a cosmetologist, barber, manicurist or esthetician. This can be a great field for people who enjoy being creative and have an entrepreneurial drive.
Initial Application Requirements
Who/What Agency governs or oversees the profession?
- Department of Licensing
What are the background check requirements?
- DOL requires this form to be filled out prior to issuing of license
- DOL also requires an SSN when applying for purposes of child support enforcement
- You can be denied employment or licensing if their prior conviction of a felony directly relates to the position of employment sought or the specific trade AND the time lapsed is less than 10 years.
Are there any convictions that will automatically disqualify me?
- You can be denied employment or licensing if their prior conviction of a felony directly relates to the position of employment sought or the specific trade AND the time lapsed is less than 10 years.
Do Certificates of Restoration of Opportunity (CROPs) apply to the position?
- Yes. If you are a qualified applicant with a CROP, you may not be disqualified solely based on criminal history if you meet all other statutory/regulatory requirements.