Cosmetology License Requirements in Missouri

Pick up a new career in cosmetology or manicuring. You may complete your training to become a cosmetologist in as little as ten months. You can take classes and become a manicurist in as little as twelve weeks. Courses offered through Missouri beauty schools are full or part time. To be eligible for a license in cosmetology in Missouri, you must be of good moral character, possess at least a tenth grade education, be at least 17 years old, and complete the necessary training.

Students - Hours of Training

• Cosmetologist - 1500 hours (1200 hours of training with a public vocational technical school)
• Esthetician - 750 hours
• Manicurist - 400 hours

Apprentices - Hours of Supervision

• Cosmetologist - 3000 hours
• Esthetician - 100 hours
• Manicurist - 800 hours

Enjoy a successful career in esthetics, nail technology, or cosmetology by training to work in salons and spas at Missouri cosmetology schools. Learn a variety of hair design possibilities, clipper work, artistic designs, skin care, and nail care. Missouri beauty schools also teach you how to effectively communicate and interact with people. Manicurist training includes classes in the latest nail technology, products and techniques.