Oregon Cosmetology License Requirements
Oregon does not issue a combined "cosmetology" license. Instead, practitioners must obtain specific licenses based on the services they provide.
At a Glance
Oregon offers several specialty licenses:
| License Type | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Hair Design | 1,450 hours |
| Esthetics | 500 hours |
| Nail Technology | 350 hours |
| Barbering | 1,350 hours |
General Requirements
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | High school diploma, GED, or equivalent |
| Exam Type | Written and Practical |
| Passing Score | 75% |
| Exam Fee | Approximately $50-75 per exam |
| License Fee | $50 |
| Renewal | Every 2 years |
| CE Required | No |
Unique Feature
Oregon is one of only two states (along with Alaska) that does not issue a combined cosmetology license. Practitioners must obtain separate licenses for each service area.
Reciprocity
Oregon offers licensure by endorsement for practitioners from states with equivalent requirements in specific fields.
State Board Contact
Oregon Health Licensing Agency - Board of Cosmetology
- Website: oregon.gov/oha/PH/HLO/Pages/Board-Cosmetology.aspx
- Phone: (503) 378-8667