6.30 Nevada Requirements
Key Takeaways
- Nevada cosmetology candidates should confirm training hours, age, education, exam, fee, renewal, and continuing education rules before applying.
- Nevada 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 Nevada licensing board before scheduling.
Nevada Cosmetology License Requirements
Nevada requires 1,800 training hours and has infection control CE requirements.
At a Glance
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Training Hours | 1,800 school hours |
| Minimum Age | 18 years old |
| Education | 10th grade or equivalent |
| Exam Type | NIC Written and Practical |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Exam Fee | Approximately $100-150 |
| License Fee | $70 |
| Renewal | Every 2 years (June 30, odd years) |
| CE Required | 4 hours Infection Control every 2 years |
Related License Hours
| License Type | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Cosmetology | 1,800 hours |
| Esthetician | 600 hours |
| Nail Technician | 500 hours |
Infection Control CE
Nevada specifically requires 4 hours of Infection Control continuing education every 2 years.
Reciprocity
For reciprocity, Nevada requires:
- Current license in good standing from another state
- Passage of NIC written exam in original state, OR take the exam in Nevada
State Board Contact
Nevada State Board of Cosmetology
- Website: cosmetology.nv.gov
- Phone: (702) 486-6542
Exam Focus
For Nevada, 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.