Cosmetologist License Requirements in Kentucky

License RequiredLast verified March 9, 2026
Agency And Exam

Issuing agency: Kentucky Board of Cosmetology

Official licensing agency website

Exam provider: PSI

Reciprocity And License Levels

License levels

Cosmetologist

Reciprocity states

None listed

Notes

Kentucky licenses cosmetologists through the Kentucky Board of Cosmetology. Current board materials require 1,500 training hours for licensure by examination and provide both reciprocity and endorsement application paths for out-of-state licensees. Verified against Kentucky Board of Cosmetology materials on 2026-03-09.

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