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New Mexico State Board of Cosmetology License Information
In order to obtain a license in nail technology, cosmetology, esthetics, barbering, or electrology in the state of New Mexico, students must complete the requirements listed below. Please contact the New Mexico Board of Cosmetology for more information.
Requirements
COSMETOLOGY: 1600 hours
BARBERING: 1200 hours
ESTHETICIAN: 600 hours
ELECTROLOGIST: 600 hours
NAIL TECHNOLOGY: 350 hours
Additional Requirements
All applicants must be at least 17 years of age and have a minimum of 2 years in high school or its equivalent.
Reciprocity
Applicants who have not completed a course of study equal to the requirements of this state may receive credit for work experience, for every 6 full months of work the applicant will be credited with 150 hours of training. Any applicants that HAVE completed a course with requirements equal to this state must furnish a transcript of hours and a copy of a valid license.
Contact Information
New Mexico Board of Barbers & Cosmetologists
P.O. Box 25101
Santa Fe, NM 87504
505-476-7110 (phone)
505-476-7118 (fax)
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