6.9 Delaware Requirements
Key Takeaways
- Delaware cosmetology candidates should confirm training hours, age, education, exam, fee, renewal, and continuing education rules before applying.
- Delaware requirements are a state-specific supplement to the broader NIC theory, sanitation, hair, skin, and nail service content.
- Application approval, exam scheduling, and license issuance are separate steps, so candidates should keep board documentation organized.
- Reciprocity or endorsement rules can differ from first-time licensing and may require proof of education, exams, or license history.
- Fees, forms, and board procedures can change, so candidates should verify current instructions with the Delaware licensing board before scheduling.
Delaware Cosmetology License Requirements
Delaware requires 1,500 training hours and uses NIC examinations.
At a Glance
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Training Hours | 1,500 school hours |
| Minimum Age | 16 years old |
| Education | High school diploma or GED |
| Exam Type | NIC Written and Practical |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Exam Fee | Approximately $100-150 |
| License Fee | $54 |
| Renewal | Every 2 years (odd years) |
| CE Required | No |
Related License Requirements
| License Type | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Cosmetology | 1,500 hours |
| Esthetician | 300 hours |
| Nail Technician | 125 hours |
Examination Details
Delaware uses NIC (National Interstate Council) examinations. The written and practical exams can be taken through approved testing centers.
Reciprocity
Delaware offers licensure by endorsement for out-of-state applicants with equivalent training and examination completion.
State Board Contact
Delaware Board of Cosmetology and Barbering
- Website: dpr.delaware.gov/boards/cosmetology
- Phone: (302) 744-4500
Exam Focus
For Delaware, study the licensing checklist as a sequence: eligibility, training hours, board application, exam approval, theory testing, practical testing when required, initial license issuance, and renewal. Do not memorize the table as isolated facts. State board questions often ask what a candidate must complete before scheduling, which agency handles approval, whether NIC or a state-specific exam is used, and how reciprocity or endorsement differs from a first-time license. Pair this page with the sanitation, infection control, hair care, skin care, and nail care chapters so you can connect state rules to the national service standards.