New York
www.dos.state.ny.us; Dept. State Licensing Services;
Phone: 518-474-4429
Department of State Division of
Licensing Services
84 Holland Avenue
Albany, NY
12208
Testing Centers
Rochester, Franklin Square, Buffalo, Albany, NYC, Syracuse, Hauppauge, Binghamton, Newburgh, Utica, Plattsburgh, Watertown
Cosmetology
Required Hours
1000
Cosmetology
Concepts Tested
Laws, infection control, anatomy/physiology, histology, hair structure/analysis,
scalp/hair disorders/treatments, shampoos/rinses, hair shaping, chemical straightening,
hair coloring, massage, skin structure/disorders, makeup/facial treatments, manicuring
Nail Technology
Required Hours
250
Nail Technology
Concepts Tested
Laws, infection control, anatomy, physiology, histology of skin, bones, muscles, nerves
of hand and arm, nail structure, infections, nails, skin and foot disorders/diseases, client
consultation/procedures
Esthetics
Required Hours
600
Esthetics
Concepts Tested
Laws, infection control, anatomy, physiology, histology, bones, muscles, nerves,
vessels, water, nutrition, infections, skin conditions, disorders, chemistry, pH scale,
solutions, emulsions, colloids, ingredient product analysis, client consultation
Electrolysis
Required Hours
Not regulated
Electrolysis
Concepts Tested
Not regulated
Instructor
Required Hours
2 years practical exp, proof of
HS diploma; 30 hour teacher
training course, 3 year
provisional; two 30 hour
teacher training courses, full
license
Instructor
Concepts Tested
NA
Massage Therapy
Required Hours
1000
Massage Therapy
Concepts Tested
Anatomy, physiology, neurology, myology, kinesiology, pathology, hygiene, first aids,
CPR, infection control procedures, chemical ingredients of products, theory, technique
and practice of oriental/western massage/body work therapy
Barber
Required Hours
500 or 3 years
experience under
master barber
Barber
Concepts Tested
Trimming, shaving beard, hair, facial/scalp massage, sanitation, sterilization, singeing,
shampooing, arranging, dressing; applying cosmetic preparation, antiseptics to the
face, neck and scalp
Barber Instructor
Required Hours
Not regulated
Barber Instructor
Concepts Tested
Not regulated
Written Provider
State written
Cost of
Written Exam
$15
Practical Provider State written
Cost of
Practical Exam
$15
Total Exam
Cost when
Combined
All - $30
Areas Tested
on Written Exam
Same as areas taught
Scientific Concepts
Included in
Written Exam
NA
Physical Services
Included in
Written Exam
NA
Required
Passing Score
on Written Exam
70%
Cost for Retake
on Written Exam
All - $15
Regulations on
Written Retake
No
Practical
Exam Required
Yes
Areas Tested on
Practical Exam
Same as concepts taught
Mannequin
Required
No
Live Model
Required
Yes
Required
Passing Score
for Practical
70%
Cost for Retake
on Practical Exam
All - $15
Exam Dates
Depends on location
Reciprocity/
Endorsement
Must match NY requirement
Renewal
Cos, Barber - $25
Source
New York
