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UPDATED MAY 2026

California
license guide.

Everything you need to get licensed in California — training hours, exam type, fees, and application steps for each license type. All data verified against the California Board of Barbering and Cosmetology.

Barber License

1,000 hours · PSI written + practical exam · $150 in fees
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Esthetician License

600 hours · PSI written + practical exam · $115 in fees
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Manicurist License

400 hours · PSI written + practical exam · $115 in fees
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