Licensing & Fee Information
Oklahoma Cosmetology Testing Center
2401 NW 23rd, Door 62
Oklahoma City, OK 73107
Fee
Examination Application and Fee - $15.00
Hours of Operation
Examinations are administered daily from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday or as deemed necessary.
General Cosmetology Licensing Qualifications
- Completion of 3000 hours in an approved apprentice program
- Completion of an approved course of study in a licensed school of this state
- Completion of study in another state or country that is equivalent to the study and training required in this state.
License Renewal Information
- Renewal fees are payable by cashier's check or money order.
- The term of your license is one year - renewable on the last day of your birthday month, annually.
- The renewal fee applies (see information below about your specific renewal fee).
- A renewal application form (that is sent to you each year and is attached to yoru license) is due. If you do not have this form, add an additional $5 to the applicable fees.
- Include a note requesting renewal of your license with your money order or cashier's check that includes your name, mailing address, file number (if this information is available to you) and your social security number.
- If your license has expired over two months, include a $10.00 late fee. We will refer to the postmark date on your envelope to determine if the late fee is applicable.
If you need specific information regarding renewal of your license, please contact us at the Board at 405-521-2441.
Apprentice Requirements
- Has submitted evidence of need and been approved by the Board
- Apprentice is required by law to obtain training under a licensed Oklahoma Cosmetology Instructor
- Training to be conducted in an approved licensed establishment (salon).
- Complete 3000 hours of study
- Is over the age of sixteen (16)
- Has completed at least the eighth grade
Term of License
One year - renewable by the last day of birthday month annually
Fees
- Exam Fee - $15.00
- Application/Initial Fee - $25.00
- License Renewal Fee - $25.00
- Delinquency Fee (license expired over two months) - $10.00
Cosmetology License Requirements
- Completion of 1500 hours of study
- Pass a written and practical exam
- Is over the age of sixteen (16)
- Has completed at least the eighth grade
Term of License
One year - renewal required on the last day of birthday month annually.
Fees
- Exam fee - $15.00
- Application/Initial Fee - $25.00
- License Renewal Fee - $25.00
- Delinquency Fee (License expired over two months) - $10.00
Cosmetician License Requirements
- Complete 600 hours of study
- Pass a written and practical exam
- Is over the age of sixteen (16)
- Has completed the eighth grade
Term of License
One year- renewal required on the last day of birthday month annually
Fees
- Exam Fee - $15.00
- Application/Initial Fee - $25.00
- License Renewal Fee - $25.00
- Delinquency Fee (License expired over two months) - $10.00
Demonstrator License Requirements
A person who is not licensed in the state as a Cosmetologist or Instructor and who demonstrates any cosmetic preparation is declared to be a Demonstrator and shall be required to obtain a license from the Board before making any such demonstrations. Demonstrators do not charge for their services.
Term of License
One year - renewable each year on the last day of birthday month annually
Fees
- Application/Initial Fee - $20.00
- License Renewal - $20.00
- Delinquency Fee (license expired over two months) - $10.00
Esthetician/Facialist License Requirements
- Complete 600 hours of study
- Pass a written and practical exam
- Is over the age of sixteen (16)
- Has completed the eighth grade
Term of License
One year- renewal required on the last day of birthday month annually
Fees
- Exam Fee - $15.00
- Application/Initial Fee - $25.00
- License Renewal Fee - $25.00
- Delinquency Fee (License expired over two months) - $10.00
Facial/Esthetics Instructor
- Must hold a current Oklahoma Facial Operator license
- Complete 1000 hours of study
- Pass a written and practical exam
- Hold a High School Diploma or a General Education Development Certificate
- Is over the age of sixteen
Term of License
One year - renewal required on the last day of birthday month annually
Term of License
- Exam Fee - $15.00
- Application/Initial Fee - $30.00
- License Renewal Fee - $30.00
- Delinquency Fee (license expired over two months) - $10.00
Hairbraiding Technician License Requirements
- Complete 600 hours of study
- Pass a written and practical exam
- Is over the age of sixteen (16)
- Has completed the eighth grade
Term of License
One year- renewal required on the last day of birthday month annually
Fees
- Exam Fee - $15.00
- Application/Initial Fee - $25.00
- License Renewal Fee - $25.00
- Delinquency Fee (License expired over two months) - $10.00
Instructor License Requirements
- Most hold a current Oklahoma Cosmetology license
- Complete 1000 hours of study
- Pass a written and practical exam
- Hold a High School Diploma or a General Education Development Certificate
- Is over the age of sixteen
Term of License
One year - renewal required on the last day of birthday month annually
Fees
- Exam Fee - $15.00
- Application/Initial Fee - $30.00
- License Renewal Fee - $30.00
- Delinquency Fee - (license expired over two months) - $10.00
Manicurist License Requirements
- Complete 600 hours of study
- Pass a written and practical exam
- Is over the age of sixteen (16)
- Has completed the eighth grade
Term of License
One year- renewal required on the last day of birthday month annually
Fees
- Exam Fee - $15.00
- Application/Initial Fee - $25.00
- License Renewal Fee - $25.00
- Delinquency Fee (License expired over two months) - $10.00
Manicurist Instructor License Requirements
- Must hold a current Oklahoma Manicurist license
- Complete 1000 hours of study
- Pass a written and practical exam
- Hold a High School Diploma or a General Education Development Certificate
- Is over the age of sixteen (16)
Term of License
One year- renewal required on the last day of birthday month annually
