How many hours does one need to get license to cut hair?

The hours needed in order qualify to take your State Board Cosmetology Exam for a Cosmetology License varies from state to state. I am a California Licensed Cosmetologist and attended Cosmetology School for 1600 hours which took me a year and a half.

After completing my hours, I was then qualified to take my 7 hour State Board Exam.

To find out how many hours of schooling are required for your particular state, you will need to contact the State Board of Cosmetology for your state.