Cosmetologist License Requirements in District of Columbia
License RequiredLast verified March 24, 2026
Agency And Exam
Issuing agency: District of Columbia Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection – Cosmetology
Official licensing agency website
Exam provider: PSI
Reciprocity And License Levels
License levels
Cosmetologist
Reciprocity states
None listed
Notes
Issued by the DC Department of Licensing and Consumer Protection. Requires 1,500 hours of cosmetology training from an approved school. Applicants must pass written and practical exams. Reciprocity available; verify specific states with agency.