Barber & Cosmetologist Forms & Instructions

The Barber & Cosmetology Board, together with the Secretary of State’s Office of Professional Regulation (OPR), work to administer licensing for your profession. The documents on this page serve to guide applicants and licensees through initial application or renewal. Before you begin your initial, renewal, or reinstatement application, please review OPR’s application fees and 90 Day Initial Licensing Policy.

Please log in to our Online Services System, to apply, renew, update an application/license, request a verification, and more.

Verification of Licensure Form

Barbers

Cosmetologists

Estheticians

Nail Technicians

Shops

Barber and Cosmetology Schools

Application Instructions for Licensure

Examination Information

As of November 1, 2023, the National Exams for Barber & Cosmetology is Prov. Please visit their website for more information https://provexam.com/. Exam instructions and bulletin are found at https://provexam.com/test-information/

Fast Track Endorsement

If you are you a professional who has been licensed in another state for the last 3 years and who is looking to relocate or work in Vermont, click here to learn about Fast Track Endorsement.

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