How To Reactivate An Expired Cosmetologist's License

For cosmetologists, the license is one of the most important credentials enabling them to practice their profession. A license certifies that a cosmetologist has met the educational requirements and other qualifications prescribed by the state or local jurisdiction. Licenses may expire due to various reasons such as not meeting minimum continuing education requirements or expiration of certification. In such cases, it is essential to reactivate an expired cosmetologist’s license in order to resume practice.

Reactivating an expired cosmetologist’s license requires careful planning and an understanding of the licensing process. This blogpost will discuss the process of reactivating an expired cosmetologist’s license step-by-step.

Step 1: Obtain a Copy of the Cosmetologist License Application

The first step to reactivating an expired cosmetologist’s license is to obtain the application from the state licensing board. This can often be found online or by contacting the licensing board directly. It is important to read through the application thoroughly to ensure all the required information is included. It is also important to make sure the application is up-to-date with the latest regulations.

Step 2: Contact the State Board and Request a Reactivation of the License

Once the cosmetologist has obtained a copy of the license application, they should contact the state board and request a reactivation of their license. The cosmetologist must provide all the necessary documentation, such as proof of identity and a valid driver’s license. They should also provide proof of any continuing education classes completed since the expiration of the license.

Step 3: Complete the Necessary Continuing Education (CE) Hours

In order to reactivate an expired cosmetologist’s license, the cosmetologist must complete the necessary continuing education hours. These hours are typically required for renewing a license and vary from state to state. It is important for the cosmetologist to make sure they have met the required number of hours of CE before submitting their application.

Step 4: Submit the Application for Reactivation

Once all of the necessary documents and proof of CE hours have been obtained, the cosmetologist can submit the application for reactivation to the state board. It is important to submit the application in a timely manner and provide accurate and complete information. The state board will then review the application and determine whether it meets the criteria for reactivation.

Step 5: Pay the Reactivation Fees

After the state board has determined that the application meets the criteria for reactivation, the cosmetologist will be required to pay certain fees. The amount of the fees may vary depending on the jurisdiction, but generally includes a reactivation fee, a late payment fee and applicable taxes.

Step 6: Print the Reactivated License

Once the fees have been paid, the cosmetologist will receive their reactivated license. This license should be printed and kept in a safe place as it will be required when practicing as a cosmetologist.

Reactivating an expired cosmetologist’s license is a straightforward process that requires careful planning and an understanding of state laws and regulations. It is important for cosmetologists to remain up-to-date with continuing education requirements and to submit the appropriate paperwork in a timely manner. Once all the necessary steps have been completed, the cosmetologist will be able to practice their profession again.