6.47 Vermont Requirements
Key Takeaways
- Vermont cosmetology candidates should confirm training hours, age, education, exam, fee, renewal, and continuing education rules before applying.
- Vermont 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 Vermont licensing board before scheduling.
Vermont Cosmetology License Requirements
Vermont requires 1,500 training hours and has a state law exam requirement for reciprocity applicants.
At a Glance
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Training Hours | 1,500 school hours |
| Minimum Age | 16 years old |
| Education | None specified |
| Exam Type | Written and Practical |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Exam Fee | Approximately $100-150 |
| License Fee | $130 |
| Renewal | Every 2 years (November 30, odd years) |
| CE Required | No |
Examination Details
Vermont requires both written and practical examinations.
Reciprocity
Vermont offers reciprocity for applicants who:
- Hold a license in a state with requirements equal or superior to Vermont
- Pass a Vermont state law exam
Renewal Schedule
Licenses expire November 30 of odd-numbered years.
State Board Contact
Vermont Office of Professional Regulation - Board of Barbers and Cosmetologists
- Website: sec.state.vt.us/professional-regulation
- Phone: (802) 828-1505
Exam Focus
For Vermont, 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.