FAQs
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Why do you need my social security
number for license information?
This requirement is mandated by the federal "Personal
Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act
of 1996" and Section 30-3-194 of the Code of Alabama,
1975.
When must I renew my personal license?
Personal licenses must be renewed by the last day of
your birth month in odd-numbered years. Applications for
renewal received more than five days after that date
will be assessed a late fee of $ 50.
When must I renew my salon business license?
Salon licenses must be renewed by September 30th in
odd-numbered years. Applications for renewal received
more than thirty-one days after that date (October 31st)
will be assessed a late fee of $ 50.
If I get a new license in renewal year why do I have
to renew again in my birth month?
By law no license is valid for more than two years. To
provide for this problem your original license fee is
only $ 15. New business licenses issued before September
1st in renewal years have been reduced to compensate for
a short term license.
How do I renew my personal or salon license?
You may renew online. On our home page, just
click on "Click here for Online Renewal" and
follow instructions. For renewals not processed
online, please click on "Applications" and print
a copy of the renewal application. Fill it out
according to instructions and send it to the
Alabama Board of Cosmetology, PO Box 301750,
Montgomery, AL 36130-1750. For the 2009-11
renewal cycle, a 2" x 2" passport-type photo
(head and shoulders, full frontal view) is
required. For the 2011-13 renewal cycle, a photo
is not required.
Can I renew my license if I have not received a
renewal notice?
Yes. For on-line renewal,
on our home page, just click on "Click here for
Online Renewal" the feature and
follow instructions. For renewals not processed online, click on
"applications" and print a copy of the proper form and
fill it out according to instructions.
How do I renew a personal license which has been
expired over three years?
Personal licenses which have been expired more than
three years must be re-instated, which requires
re-taking the practical exam. Once you have passed the
practical exam you will owe back fees for the period of
expiration and a penalty fee. You must contact the
office to arrange for the exam.
What is a manager?
A manager license is required to actually run a salon or
rent a booth. You must hold a active license for at
least a year and pay an upgrade fee of $ 15 to be issued
a manager license.
What is a master?
A master license is required to sponsor an
apprentice. You must first be a manger and
document completion of 8 hours of board approved
continuing education before being licensed as a
master; however, you may upgrade to manager and
master at the same time by paying the
appropriate fees of $ 15 for each upgrade, or a
total of $ 30. Master licensees must complete 8
hours of board approved continuing education
during each license cycle to maintain master
status.
What is an
instructor?
To become
an instructor, you are required to attend a
licensed cosmetology/manicure/esthetic school,
and take and pass both sections of the
instructor exam. Instructor licensees may
also sponsor apprentices or run a salon.
Instructor licensees are required to complete 16
hours of board approved continuing education
during each license cycle to maintain their
license status.
If I am licensed
in another state, how do I transfer that license
to Alabama?
First, you must request that certification from
your current state be sent to our office. This
must be sent directly from your current state
directly to our office. This should not be sent
to you to be forwarded to our office, but should
be sent to us by your state office only. Wait 2
(two) weeks after you request this before
contacting our office. We can do nothing without
this first. Once we receive this certification,
we will send you the paperwork you must complete
and notify you if you are required to take any
exams. There is a minimum $100 fee for this
service.
How do I transfer my license from Alabama to another
state?
License Certification Request
You must make a written request for the
board to send a letter of certification to the
state to which you are moving. You may print out
and complete the License Certification Request
(above). You must include a copy of your current
Alabama License, your Social Security card and
current Driver’s License with your request.
There is no fee for this service.
How do I transfer my license from another
country to Alabama?
Please contact our office
for the correct application. There is a minimum
fee for this service and you will be notified of
the amount and if you are required to take any
exams.
How many hours must an apprentice complete?
See Apprentice Brochure
Cosmetology and esthetics apprentices must complete
3,000 hours of training within a three-year period. Nail
apprentices must complete 1,200 hours
How many hours must a student complete?
Cosmetology and esthetics students must complete 1,500
hours of training. Nail students must complete 750 hours
of training.
How soon after completing school or apprenticeship do
I have to take the examination?
Your master/instructor and you are jointly responsible
for scheduling the proper exam within 90 days after
completion of your training. Failure to comply with this
rule may subject your master/instructor to a fine and/or
other penalties.
How do I change my name on my personal license?
At the time you renew your license please furnish proof
of name change by copy of documents such as marriage
license, driver's license or certificate of divorce.
How do I change my address on my personal license?
You must inform the board promptly
in writing of any address
change. Your file will be amended so that you may be
sure to receive correspondence from the board.
If my license is lost or stolen how do I get another
one?
Please contact our
office at (800) 815-7453 for the correct
application or you may download the Request for
Duplicate Personal License from the Applications
Section of this website.
How do I open a new salon?
You may download a copy of the new salon application
from this web site. Please follow all instructions. A
new salon is required to be inspected before opening.
The application must be in our office at least
60 days before the opening date.
How do I change the name, location, type or manager of
a salon?
You may download a copy of the salon change application
from this web site. Please follow all instructions.
How do I file a complaint?
You may submit a written and signed letter or download a
copy of the complaint form from this web site and follow
instructions.
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