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The Board regulates cosmetology practice and licensure in Pennsylvania, including examinations, fees, and disinfection standards. Find out how to apply or renew your license, request a variance, or check the status of your application online.
- Salon Licensure Procedure | Department of State - PA.GOV
All salons must apply for licensure at www.pals.pa.gov and...
- Cosmetology Board Resources and Documents - PA.GOV
Cosmetology Board Resources and Documents. Applications,...
- Salon Licensure Procedure | Department of State - PA.GOV
All salons must apply for licensure at www.pals.pa.gov and file the correct application with the State Board of Cosmetology. All salons must be inspected and pass inspection prior to operating per the Board’s Regulations.
Cosmetology Board Resources and Documents. Applications, renewals, and other requests will be completed at www.pals.pa.gov. You may also request duplicate licenses, changes to your name, and changes to your address at www.pals.pa.gov.
Find the rules and regulations for cosmetology licenses, examinations, salons, schools and apprenticeships in Pennsylvania. Learn about the scope, fees, health and safety, and administration of the State Board of Cosmetology.
Pennsylvania Cosmetology and Barber. IMPORTANT! Effective March 1, 2023, there will be significant changes to how applications are processed for Barbers and Cosmetology: Processing will now be handled by the Pearson VUE OHT Processing Office.
Contact the State Board of Cosmetology to: Clarify information about licensure. Obtain information regarding reciprocity from other States. Obtain information on continued licensure. Renew or reinstate a license that has been inactive for less than five years. Obtain license verification. Go to www.pals.pa.gov to: Apply for licensure by reciprocity
To apply for the Pennsylvania State Board of Cosmetology exam in esthetics, you’ll need to complete an Application of Licensure. The entire process is now online through Pennsylvania’s PALS (Pennsylvania Licensing System) portal.