6.52 Wyoming Requirements
Key Takeaways
- Wyoming cosmetology candidates should confirm training hours, age, education, exam, fee, renewal, and continuing education rules before applying.
- Wyoming 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 Wyoming licensing board before scheduling.
Wyoming Cosmetology License Requirements
Wyoming requires 1,600-2,000 training hours (sources vary) and uses state examinations.
At a Glance
| Requirement | Details |
|---|---|
| Training Hours | 1,600-2,000 school hours (verify with state board) |
| Minimum Age | 16 years old |
| Education | 10th grade or equivalent |
| Exam Type | Written and Practical |
| Passing Score | 70% |
| Exam Fee | Approximately $75-100 |
| License Fee | $100 |
| Renewal | Every year |
| CE Required | No |
Related License Hours
| License Type | Hours Required |
|---|---|
| Cosmetology | 1,600-2,000 hours |
| Esthetician | 600 hours |
| Nail Technician | 400 hours |
Annual Renewal
Wyoming requires annual license renewal.
Note on Training Hours
Sources vary on Wyoming's exact training hour requirement (1,600-2,000 hours). Contact the Wyoming Board of Cosmetology directly to confirm current requirements.
Reciprocity
Wyoming offers licensure by endorsement for cosmetologists from states with equivalent requirements.
State Board Contact
Wyoming Board of Cosmetology
- Website: cosmetology.wyo.gov
- Phone: (307) 777-3534
Exam Focus
For Wyoming, 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.